2009 Opel Insignia Wagon OPC engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


Lower section of intake manifold	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Upper section of intake manifold	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies


Auxiliary drive belt deflection pulley	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Auxiliary drive belt tensioner	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Air-conditioning compressor	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Air-conditioning compressor pressure line	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Alternator	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Hydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
Servo steering pump	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


Fuel-distributing pipe	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreCharging


Turbo charger	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system


Coolant drain plug	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Coolant pump	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Coolant pump pulley	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head


Camshaft bearing	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreFirst cylinder row


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	120°120°120°

expand_moreSecond cylinder row

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Second cylinder row.


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 1.
Second stage	120°120°120°


Valve cover	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	Loosen all screws

Third stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Fourth stage	110°110°110°

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	150°150°150°

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Second stage	150°150°150°

expand_moreFlywheel


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	75°75°75°

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreInner screws


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage	80°80°80°

expand_moreOuter screws


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Second stage	110°110°110°

expand_moreLateral-fitting


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreEngine control


Balance shaft timing chain guide rail	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft adjuster


Sprocket wheel	42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m
Guide sprocket
Otherwise	42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m


Camshaft timing chain guide rail	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioner


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
Second stage	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m


Camshaft timing chain tensioning rail	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreDrive chain balance shaft tensioner


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
Second stage	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m


Intermediate shaft chain sprocket	42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m

expand_moreTiming case cover


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreEngine lubrication


Oil drain plug	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreOil filter housing


Oil filter cover	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
On the engine block	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m


Oil pump	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Charge air pressure sensor	1.33 lbf⋅ft1.33 lbf⋅ft1.8 N⋅m
Crankshaft sensor	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Knock sensor	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Lambda sensor	30.98 lbf⋅ft30.98 lbf⋅ft42 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket


M10	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
M8	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
on the engine block
Nuts	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
on frame


Subframe	118.01 lbf⋅ft118.01 lbf⋅ft160 N⋅m

expand_moreSubframe stiffening plate

expand_moreOn chassis

expand_moreRear


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreTorque arm


At the subframe	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
At the gearbox	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreOnto torque support bracket


Rear	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreTorque support bracket

expand_moreAt the gearbox


Rear	77.44 lbf⋅ft77.44 lbf⋅ft105 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreCatalytic converter


Variant 1	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Variant 2	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Holder.


Exhaust manifold	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system


Spark plugs	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system


Starter	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2009 Opel Insignia Wagon OPC 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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2009 Opel Insignia Wagon OPC A Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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