2008 Opel Insignia Sedan A Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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Condition Value
expand_moreAir intake system
expand_moreIntake manifold
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2008.7–) 14.75 lbf⋅ft
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 138 HP engine (2008.7–) 14.75 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Biturbo CDTI 4x4 with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 188 HP at 4500 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 16.23 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Biturbo CDTI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 188 HP at 4500 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.0 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–)
Nuts 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Screws 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Stud screws 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.0 Turbo with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–)
Nuts 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Screws 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–)
Lower section of intake manifold 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Upper section of intake manifold 16.96 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley
All other modifications 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2008.7–) 36.88 lbf⋅ft
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 138 HP engine (2008.7–) 36.88 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 33.19 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo E85 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 33.19 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo E85 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP, 350 N⋅m at 2500 RPM engine (2008.7–) 33.19 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 33.19 lbf⋅ft
2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–) 18.44 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Auxiliary drive belt tensioner 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor
expand_more2.0 Biturbo CDTI 4x4 with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 188 HP at 4500 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–)
Front 16.23 lbf⋅ft
With power steering 36.88 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor bracket
expand_moreAll other modifications
Front 36.88 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor pressure line
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2008.7–) 14.01 lbf⋅ft
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 138 HP engine (2008.7–) 14.01 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAlternator
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2008.7–) 25.81 lbf⋅ft
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 138 HP engine (2008.7–) 25.81 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 16.23 lbf⋅ft
on the engine block
2.0 Turbo E85 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 16.23 lbf⋅ft
on the engine block
2.0 Turbo E85 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP, 350 N⋅m at 2500 RPM engine (2008.7–) 16.23 lbf⋅ft
on the engine block
2.0 Turbo with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 16.23 lbf⋅ft
on the engine block
2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–) 25.81 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 44.25 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGenerator bracket
All other modifications 44.25 lbf⋅ft
expand_morePower steering pump bracket
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L A 16 XER engines 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Pressure line.
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L A 18 XER engines 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Pressure line.
All other modifications 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Holder – Mount engine.
expand_moreHydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump
All other modifications 28.03 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreServo steering pump
Belt pulley 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreVacuum pump
All other modifications 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCarburetion
Exhaust gas return cooler 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Exhaust gas return valve 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust recirculation pipe
On exhaust manifold 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Otherwise 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L A 16 XER 114 HP 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L A 18 XER 138 HP 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L A 20 NHT 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L A 20 NFT 217 HP, 350 N⋅m at 2500 RPM 16.23 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreHigh-pressure line
2.0 Turbo E85 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 22.13 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo E85 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP, 350 N⋅m at 2500 RPM engine (2008.7–) 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
On high-pressure pump 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreHigh-pressure pump
2.0 Turbo E85 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 11.06 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo E85 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP, 350 N⋅m at 2500 RPM engine (2008.7–) 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
Support 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Otherwise 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreHigh-pressure pump drive wheel
All other modifications 36.88 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreHigh-pressure pump pulley
M14 × 1,5 screws 36.88 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreInjection hoses
expand_moreAll other modifications
On fuel-distributing pipe 14.01 lbf⋅ft
On injector 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreInjection pump
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCharging
expand_moreTurbo charger
Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L A 20 DT 129 HP at 4000 RPM, 300 N⋅m at 1750 RPM 20.65 lbf⋅ft
Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L A 20 DTJ 129 HP at 4000 RPM, 300 N⋅m at 1750 RPM 20.65 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L A 20 NHT 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L A 28 NET 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM 47.94 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTurbocharger oil feed line
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTurbocharger oil return line
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCooling system
Coolant drain plug 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCoolant pump
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2008.7–) 5.9 lbf⋅ft
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 138 HP engine (2008.7–) 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–)
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 45°
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_moreCoolant pump pulley
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L A 16 XER 114 HP 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L A 18 XER 138 HP 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L A 28 NET 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM 7.38 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Fan wheel 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCylinder head
expand_moreCamshaft bearing
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2008.7–) 5.9 lbf⋅ft
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 138 HP engine (2008.7–) 5.9 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo E85 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo E85 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP, 350 N⋅m at 2500 RPM engine (2008.7–) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
Bearing casing 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCylinder head screws
expand_more1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2008.7–)
Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2008.7–).
Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2008.7–).
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 1.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 90°
Fourth stage 90°
Fifth stage 45°
expand_more2.0 Biturbo CDTI 4x4 with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 188 HP at 4500 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–)
expand_moreRibe screws
Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 2.0 Biturbo CDTI 4x4 with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 188 HP at 4500 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–), Ribe screws.
Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 2.0 Biturbo CDTI 4x4 with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 188 HP at 4500 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–), Ribe screws.
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 2.
Second stage 47.94 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 90°
Fourth stage 90°
Fifth stage 90°
expand_moreTorx screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 47.94 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 90°
Fourth stage 90°
Fifth stage 90°
Sixth stage 90°
expand_more2.0 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
Figure 3. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 2.0 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–), Screws 1 – 10.
Figure 3. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 2.0 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–), Screws 1 – 10.
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws. See figure 3.
Second stage 155°
Screws 11 – 14 25.81 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–)
expand_moreFirst cylinder row
First stage 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 120°
expand_moreSecond cylinder row
Figure 4. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–), Second cylinder row.
Figure 4. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–), Second cylinder row.
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 4.
Second stage 120°
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreEngine removed Ribe screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 47.94 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 90°
Fourth stage 90°
Fifth stage 90°
expand_moreEngine removed Torx screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 47.94 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 90°
Fourth stage 90°
Fifth stage 90°
Sixth stage 90°
expand_moreRibe screws
Figure 5. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications, Ribe screws.
Figure 5. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications, Ribe screws.
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 5.
Second stage 47.94 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 90°
Fourth stage 90°
Fifth stage 90°
expand_moreTorx screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 47.94 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 90°
Fourth stage 90°
Fifth stage 90°
Sixth stage 90°
Rocker bridge 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreValve cover
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2008.7–) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 138 HP engine (2008.7–) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo E85 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo E85 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP, 350 N⋅m at 2500 RPM engine (2008.7–) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine block
expand_moreConnecting rod bearing
expand_more1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2008.7–)
First stage 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 15°
expand_more2.0 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–)
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 100°
expand_more2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–)
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage Loosen all screws
Third stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Fourth stage 110°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 60°
expand_moreCrankshaft central screws
expand_more1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2008.7–)
First stage 70.07 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 45°
Use screw-locking compound.
Third stage 15°
expand_more2.0 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–)
First stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 125°
expand_more2.0 Turbo E85 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–)
First stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 125°
expand_more2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–)
First stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 150°
All other modifications 250.77 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreCrankshaft pulley
expand_more2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–)
First stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 150°
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreDrive plate
expand_moreAll other modifications
Engine removed 118.01 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Otherwise 77.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreFlywheel
expand_more1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2008.7–)
First stage 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 15°
expand_more2.0 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–)
First stage 39.09 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 25°
expand_more2.0 Turbo with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–)
First stage 39.09 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 25°
expand_more2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–)
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 75°
All other modifications 118.01 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreMain bearing
expand_more1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2008.7–)
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 15°
expand_more2.0 Biturbo CDTI 4x4 with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 188 HP at 4500 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–)
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.0 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–)
expand_moreInner screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws.
Second stage 70°
expand_moreOuter screws
Third stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–)
expand_moreInner screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 80°
expand_moreOuter screws
First stage 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 110°
expand_moreLateral-fitting
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 60°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 100°
expand_moreEngine control
expand_moreBalance shaft timing chain guide rail
Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L A 28 NET 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM 16.96 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 8.85 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreBalance shaft timing chain tension rail
All other modifications 8.85 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCamshaft adjuster
expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L A 16 XER engines
First stage 47.94 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 120°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreAll Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L A 28 NET engines
Sprocket wheel 42.78 lbf⋅ft
Guide sprocket
Otherwise 42.78 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain guide rail
2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–) 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
Top 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Otherwise 8.85 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioner
expand_more2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–)
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
Second stage 16.96 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 55.32 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioning rail
2.0 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo E85 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 8.85 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo E85 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP, 350 N⋅m at 2500 RPM engine (2008.7–) 8.85 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–) 16.96 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCamshaft timing gear
expand_more1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2008.7–)
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 60°
Third stage 15°
expand_more2.0 Turbo with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–)
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 100°
expand_moreAll other modifications
Variant 1 88.51 lbf⋅ft
Drive wheel toothed belt
Variant 2 88.51 lbf⋅ft
Inner screws.
expand_moreChain tensioner
All other modifications 55.32 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreDrive chain balance shaft tensioner
expand_moreAll Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L A 28 NET engines
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
Second stage 16.96 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreWith camshaft adjuster
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 100°
expand_moreIntermediate shaft chain sprocket
2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–) 42.78 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreWith camshaft adjuster
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 100°
expand_moreTiming case cover
expand_more2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–)
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 60°
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreToothed belt guard
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L A 16 XER engines 4.43 lbf⋅ft
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L A 18 XER engines 4.43 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreToothed belt guard at the bottom
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreCast iron
Variant 1 17.7 lbf⋅ft
short screws
Variant 2 35.4 lbf⋅ft
long screws
expand_moreToothed belt guard at the top
All other modifications 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2008.7–) 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 138 HP engine (2008.7–) 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine lubrication
expand_moreOil cooler
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2008.7–) 5.9 lbf⋅ft
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 138 HP engine (2008.7–) 5.9 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 18.44 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo E85 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 18.44 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo E85 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP, 350 N⋅m at 2500 RPM engine (2008.7–) 18.44 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil drain plug
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2008.7–) 10.33 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 138 HP engine (2008.7–) 10.33 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace the oil drain plug.
expand_moreOil filter
Oil filter cover 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace the O ring.
expand_moreOil filter housing
expand_more1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2008.7–)
Oil filter cover 18.44 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–)
On the engine block 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Otherwise 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_moreAll other modifications
Oil filter cover 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
On the engine block 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Oil pressure sensor 25.81 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil pump
2.0 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 4.43 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo E85 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 4.43 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo E85 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP, 350 N⋅m at 2500 RPM engine (2008.7–) 4.43 lbf⋅ft
2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–) 18.44 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil sump
expand_more1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2008.7–)
expand_moreAt the gearbox
M10 29.5 lbf⋅ft
M12 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Otherwise 7.38 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 18.44 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo E85 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 18.44 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo E85 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP, 350 N⋅m at 2500 RPM engine (2008.7–) 18.44 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–)
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
M8 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
M10 29.5 lbf⋅ft
M6 6.64 lbf⋅ft
M8 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine management
expand_moreCamshaft sensor
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2008.7–) 4.43 lbf⋅ft
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 138 HP engine (2008.7–) 4.43 lbf⋅ft
2.0 CDTI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 109 HP at 4000 RPM, 260 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2008.7–) 6.64 lbf⋅ft
2.0 CDTI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 109 HP at 4000 RPM, 260 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2008.7–) 6.64 lbf⋅ft
2.0 CDTI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 129 HP at 4000 RPM, 300 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2008.7–) 6.64 lbf⋅ft
2.0 CDTI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 129 HP at 4000 RPM, 300 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2008.7–) 6.64 lbf⋅ft
2.0 CDTI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 158 HP at 4000 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2008.7–) 6.64 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCharge air pressure sensor
All Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L A 28 NET engines 1.33 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCrankshaft sensor
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2008.7–) 3.69 lbf⋅ft
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 138 HP engine (2008.7–) 3.69 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Exhaust gas temperature sensor 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGlow plugs
All other modifications 8.11 lbf⋅ft
Knock sensor 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreLambda sensor
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2008.7–) 29.5 lbf⋅ft
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 138 HP engine (2008.7–) 29.5 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 30.98 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo E85 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 30.98 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo E85 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP, 350 N⋅m at 2500 RPM engine (2008.7–) 30.98 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 30.98 lbf⋅ft
2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–) 30.98 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_moreEngine bracket
expand_more2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–)
M10 44.25 lbf⋅ft
M8 28.03 lbf⋅ft
on the engine block
Nuts 59 lbf⋅ft
on frame
expand_moreAll other modifications
M10 36.88 lbf⋅ft
M8 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_more1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2008.7–)
Variant 1 45.73 lbf⋅ft
on the engine block
expand_moreVariant 2
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Bracket on engine mounting
Second stage 60–75
expand_more2.0 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–)
expand_moreRight
Variant 1 36.88 lbf⋅ft
on engine bracket
Variant 2 45.73 lbf⋅ft
Engine mounting at side member
expand_moreAll other modifications
M10 × 30 screws 46.47 lbf⋅ft
M10 × 60 screws 42.78 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine suspension
expand_more2.0 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–)
Right 73.76 lbf⋅ft
on the engine block
expand_moreAll other modifications
Right 46.47 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreSubframe
On chassis 118.01 lbf⋅ft
Subframe stiffening plate 44.25 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTorque arm
On chassis 73.76 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTorque support bracket
expand_more2.0 CDTI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 109 HP at 4000 RPM, 260 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2008.7–)
expand_moreAt the gearbox
Rear 45.73 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreAt the gearbox
Rear 77.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust system
expand_moreCatalytic converter
2.0 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
2.0 Turbo E85 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
2.0 Turbo E85 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP, 350 N⋅m at 2500 RPM engine (2008.7–) 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
2.0 Turbo with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 36.88 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–)
Variant 1 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Variant 2 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Holder.
All other modifications 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Support.
Catalytic converter bracket 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreDiesel particulate filter
All other modifications 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust manifold
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2008.7–) 14.75 lbf⋅ft
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 138 HP engine (2008.7–) 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.0 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–)
Nuts and screws 10.33 lbf⋅ft
Stud screws 11.06 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust manifold heat shields
All other modifications 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust pipe
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L A 16 XER 114 HP 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L A 18 XER 138 HP 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L A 20 NHT 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM
Front 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Otherwise 7.38 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Exhaust pipe rear 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Exhaust system middle heat protection plate 6.64–8.85 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFuel supply
expand_moreFuel filter housing
expand_moreAll other modifications
Fuel filter cover 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFuel lines
Low-pressure side 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreIgnition system
expand_moreSpark plugs
2.0 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 14.75 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo E85 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 14.75 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo E85 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP, 350 N⋅m at 2500 RPM engine (2008.7–) 14.75 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 14.75 lbf⋅ft
2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–) 20.65 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreStart system
expand_moreStarter
2.0 Biturbo CDTI 4x4 with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 188 HP at 4500 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 16.23 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Biturbo CDTI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 188 HP at 4500 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 16.23 lbf⋅ft
2.0 CDTI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 158 HP at 4000 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2008.7–) 16.23 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 39.09 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo E85 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 39.09 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo E85 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP, 350 N⋅m at 2500 RPM engine (2008.7–) 39.09 lbf⋅ft
2.0 Turbo with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–) 39.09 lbf⋅ft
2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–) 34.67 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2008 Opel Insignia Sedan 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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Conquer your fears and never give up!

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 Insignia Sedan 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 Insignia Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

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