1994 Opel Kadett Combo engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system


Intake manifold	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAlternator


M10 screws	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
M8 screws	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreServo steering pump


Nuts	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Tensioning screws	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


Injection nozzle (injector)	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Injection pump pulley	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


M6	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
M8	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head


Camshaft bearing	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Valve cover	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D engines


First stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	45°45°45°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 DR engines


First stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Second stage	45°45°45°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 1.4 L C 14 NZ engines


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Second stage	30°30°30°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	30°30°30°

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D engines


First stage	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	40–50°40–50°40–50°

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 DR engines


First stage	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	40-50

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley


All Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 DR engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


Screw with thread length 23 mm	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreScrew with thread length 30 mm


First stage	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreFlywheel

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D engines


First stage	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 DR engines


First stage	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 1.4 L C 14 NZ engines


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

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	45°45°45°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreEngine control


Camshaft drive belt deflection pulley	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D engines


First stage	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60–65°60–65°60–65°

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 DR engines


First stage	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	5°5°5°


All other modifications	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m


Toothed belt guard	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Toothed belt guard at the bottom	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Toothed belt guard at the top	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller


All Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 DR engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil drain plug

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D engines


One-part sump	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Two-part oil sump	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 DR engines


Torx screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
With hexagon-head screws	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m


All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.4 L C 14 NZ engines	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L C 16 NZ engines	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
All other modifications	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m


Oil filter housing	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D engines

expand_moreAt the gearbox


Oil sump top part	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump lower part


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Second stage	30°30°30°

expand_moreOn the engine block


Oil sump top part	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


One-part sump	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 DR engines

expand_moreAt the gearbox


Oil sump top part	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump lower part


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Second stage	30°30°30°

expand_moreOn the engine block


Oil sump top part	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


One-part sump	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 1.4 L C 14 NZ engines

expand_moreAt the gearbox


M10	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


On the engine block	7.38–11.06 lbf⋅ft7.38–11.06 lbf⋅ft10–15 N⋅m


All other modifications	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreEngine management


Glow plugs	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Knock sensor	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Lambda sensor	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Use assembly paste

expand_moreExhaust system


Exhaust manifold	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.

expand_moreIgnition system

expand_moreSpark plugs


All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.4 L C 14 NZ engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1994 Opel Kadett Combo 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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