2012 Opel Corsa Hatchback front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake


Bleed valve	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Brake hose	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
Brake line	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
Front axle brake caliper	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

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

expand_moreSteering gear

expand_moreAt the subframe


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


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_moreTrack rod end on track rod


All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.4 L A 14 NEL engines	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


Lock nuts	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m


Track rod on steering gear	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension


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

expand_moreSuspension strut

expand_moreOn chassis


Top	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreOn stub axle

expand_moreBottom


First stage	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	5°5°5°

expand_moreFront axle stabiliser mounting


Retaining clamp screws	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
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
Support joint at the transverse control arm	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.

expand_moreFront axle suspension

expand_moreOn chassis


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

expand_moreTransverse control arm


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	75°75°75°
Important! Tighten the screws and nuts of the chassis when the vehicle has been lowered.
Third stage	15°15°15°
2 × 70 Kg on the front seats


Stabilizer of front axle on axle	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreTrack control arm lower

expand_moreAt the axle support


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


On stub axle	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	5°5°5°

expand_moreWheels and tires

expand_moreTire pressure sensors


Union nuts	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 2012 Opel Corsa Hatchback 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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2012 Opel Corsa Hatchback generations

In 2012 Opel offered 3 generations of the Corsa Hatchback. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

B facelift

GM4200 Platform

S93

C facelift

Gamma Platform (GM4300)

X01

2012 Opel Corsa Hatchback D facelift Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

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2012 Opel Corsa Hatchback generations

B facelift

C facelift

Opel Corsa Hatchback D facelift model years

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