expand_moreFront axle brake caliper mounting support
M12 × 1,25 screws
77.44 lbf⋅ft77.44 lbf⋅ft105 N⋅m
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.
Front axle brake disc
5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Wheel speed sensor
5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
expand_moreFront axle steering
expand_moreIntermediate steering shaft
expand_moreAt the steering column
First stage
17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage
60°60°60°
expand_moreLower steering column joint
Lower screws
40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
Upper screws
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
Steering column
16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Tighten screws in the order lower left, lower right, upper left, upper right.
expand_moreSteering column joint upper
First stage
17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage
60°60°60°
Steering column module
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Steering wheel
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Track rod end on stub axle
25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreWheel suspension
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Support joint at the stub axle
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
expand_moreWheels and tires
expand_moreTire pressure sensors
All other modifications
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Wheel attachment
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2008 Opel Corsa Box Van 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 Corsa Box Van 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 2008 Opel Corsa Box Van you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2008 Opel Corsa Box Van generations
In 2008 Opel offered 2 generations of the Corsa Box Van. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.