2004 Opel Combo LAV fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_morePower transmission tightening torques

expand_moreAxle drive

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft

expand_moreCentral nuts


First stage	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Insert new locking pin.
Second stage	slacken
Third stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreDifferential

expand_moreDifferential cover


With sheet-steel cover	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
With Aluminium cover	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox


Gearbox flange connection at engine	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox breather assembly


F13 gearbox	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox mounting

expand_moreGearbox support


Left	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox mounting

expand_moreAt the gearbox


Front	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m

expand_moreAt the axle support


Front	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox lubrication

expand_moreOil control plug

expand_moreF13 gearbox


First stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
First stage	45–135°45–135°45–135°

expand_moreF17 gearbox


First stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
First stage	45–135°45–135°45–135°

expand_moreGearbox oil drain plug


With automatic gearbox	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreGearbox oil filler plug


With manual transmission	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox oil sump


With manual transmission	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreF13 gearbox


Sheet-steel sump	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
With light-alloy oil sump	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m

expand_moreF17+ gearbox


Sheet-steel sump	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
With light-alloy oil sump	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m

expand_moreClutch

expand_moreClutch pressure plate


M6	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
M7	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
M8	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m


Clutch master cylinder	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Clutch slave cylinder	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Clutch actuator	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreGear shifting

expand_moreBack-up lamp switch


F13 gearbox	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
F17 gearbox	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreSuspension front tightening torques

expand_moreFront axle brake


Brake line	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
Front axle brake caliper	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Front axle brake caliper mounting support	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.
Front axle brake disc	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Brake hose	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
Bleed valve	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension

expand_moreSuspension strut


On chassis	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreOn stub axle


First stage	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Use new screws and nuts.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	15°15°15°


Shock-absorber piston rod	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreFront axle steering

expand_moreSteering gear


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Use new screws or nuts
Second stage	45°45°45°
Third stage	15°15°15°


Steering wheel	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreSteering column


Nuts	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Screws	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreIntermediate steering shaft

expand_moreScrews


At the steering column	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
Second stage: 60°. Use screw-locking compound.


Track rod on steering gear	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
Track rod end on stub axle	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Track rod end on track rod	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreTransverse control arm


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	75°75°75°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing

expand_moreCentral nuts


First stage	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Replace locking pins.
Second stage	slacken
Third stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft

expand_moreCentral nuts


First stage	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Insert new locking pin.
Second stage	slacken
Third stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Fourth stage	90°90°90°


Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Support joint at the stub axle	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Support joint at the transverse control arm	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.

expand_moreFront axle suspension


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreWheels and tires


Wheel attachment	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m

expand_moreSuspension rear tightening torques

expand_moreRear axle brake


Rear axle brake caliper	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Rear axle brake caliper mounting support	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Rear axle brake disc	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Brake drum	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle bleeder valve


At the wheel brake cylinder	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m


Rear axle wheel brake cylinder	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle suspension

expand_moreRear axle shock absorber


On chassis	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
On rear axle	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension


Rear axle stabilizer mounting	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Second stage: 15°. Use new screws and nuts.

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreRear axle suspension


On chassis	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Second stage: 30°. Third stage: 15°. Use new screws.
On rear axle	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Second stage: 60°. Third stage: 15°. Use new screws and nuts.

expand_moreWheels and tires


Wheel attachment	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m

expand_moreCar body tightening torques

expand_morePassive safety system


Driver side airbag	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

When assembling your 2004 Opel Combo LAV it's important to tight threaded fasteners with Opel prescribed torques using a torque wrench. If the torque values is lower then prescribed, bolt may unscrew itself and assembly may fall apart. If the torque value is higher then prescribed, bolt may simply break. The torque wrench allows you to tighten all bolts of the assembly with the same torque applied.

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2004 Opel Combo LAV user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Opel warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

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