Important! Do not tighten the transverse control arm screws until the vehicle is on the ground.
Trailing arm
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
expand_moreAt the transverse control arm
Wishbone retaining plate
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
expand_moreTrack control arm lower
Rear axle carrier
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Important! Do not tighten the transverse control arm screws until the vehicle is on the ground.
Trailing arm
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
Central nuts
206.52 lbf⋅ft206.52 lbf⋅ft280 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Rear axle stabilizer support at the stub axle
47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Stabilizer bar, rear axle on frame
47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
expand_moreWheels and tires
expand_moreWheel attachment
With steel rims
62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Aluminium rims
88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
expand_moreCar body tightening torques
expand_moreCar body exterior
Windscreen wiper arm
13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
When assembling your 2013 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 2013 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.
DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Opel Combo LAV service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.
Doing basic service for your 2013 Opel Combo LAV you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.