1992 Opel Frontera engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 2.3 L 23 DTR engines


With hexagon-head screws	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
With Torx-head screws	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.4 L C 24 NE engines	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies


Air-conditioning compressor	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreAlternator


All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.4 L C 24 NE engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreGenerator bracket

expand_more2.3 TD (5JMWL4) with diesel straight-4 2.3 L 99 HP engine (1992.3–1998.10)


Bottom	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Servo steering pump	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion

expand_moreInjection hoses


All Opel diesel straight-4 2.3 L 23 DTR engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)


All Opel diesel straight-4 2.3 L 23 DTR engines	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m

expand_moreCharging

expand_moreTurbo charger

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 2.3 L 23 DTR engines


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Second stage	30°30°30°

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


All Opel diesel straight-4 2.3 L 23 DTR engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.4 L C 24 NE engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing


All Opel diesel straight-4 2.3 L 23 DTR engines	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.4 L C 24 NE engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 2.3 L 23 DTR engines

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Opel diesel straight-4 2.3 L 23 DTR.


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 1.
Second stage	135°135°135°
Third stage	Warm-up run
Fourth stage	30°30°30°
Fifth stage	30°30°30°

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 2.4 L C 24 NE engines

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Opel gasoline straight-4 2.4 L C 24 NE.


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 2.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreValve cover


All Opel diesel straight-4 2.3 L 23 DTR engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.4 L C 24 NE engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 2.3 L 23 DTR engines


Conventional screws	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreMicroencapsulated screws


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Second stage	45°45°45°


All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.4 L C 24 NE engines	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


All Opel diesel straight-4 2.3 L 23 DTR engines	162.26 lbf⋅ft162.26 lbf⋅ft220 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.4 L C 24 NE engines	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 2.3 L 23 DTR engines


First stage	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Second stage	30°30°30°


All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.4 L C 24 NE engines	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 2.3 L 23 DTR engines

expand_moreM10


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Second stage	45–60°45–60°45–60°

expand_moreM12


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°


All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.4 L C 24 NE engines	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioner


2.4 i (53MWL4) with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 123 HP at 4800 RPM, 195 N⋅m at 2400 RPM engine (1992.3–1998.10)	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


All Opel diesel straight-4 2.3 L 23 DTR engines	110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.4 L C 24 NE engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreChain tensioner


2.4 i (53MWL4) with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 123 HP at 4800 RPM, 195 N⋅m at 2400 RPM engine (1992.3–1998.10)	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreTiming case cover

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 2.3 L 23 DTR engines


At the cylinder head	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Otherwise	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m


All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.4 L C 24 NE engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil drain plug


All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.4 L C 24 NE engines	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreOil filter housing


All Opel diesel straight-4 2.3 L 23 DTR engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.4 L C 24 NE engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump


All Opel diesel straight-4 2.3 L 23 DTR engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.4 L C 24 NE engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management

expand_moreGlow plugs


All Opel diesel straight-4 2.3 L 23 DTR engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreLambda sensor


2.4 i (53MWL4) with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 123 HP at 4800 RPM, 195 N⋅m at 2400 RPM engine (1992.3–1998.10)	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreExhaust manifold

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 2.3 L 23 DTR engines


With hexagon-head screws	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
With Torx-head screws	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.4 L C 24 NE engines	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system

expand_moreSpark plugs


2.4 i (53MWL4) with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 123 HP at 4800 RPM, 195 N⋅m at 2400 RPM engine (1992.3–1998.10)	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter


All Opel diesel straight-4 2.3 L 23 DTR engines	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1992 Opel Frontera 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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1992 Opel Frontera A Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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