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Condition Value
expand_moreAir intake system
Intake manifold 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies
expand_moreAlternator
M10 screws 35.4 lbf⋅ft
M8 screws 17.7 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreServo steering pump
Nuts 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Screws 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Tensioning screws 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCarburetion
Injection nozzle (injector) 51.63 lbf⋅ft
Injection pump pulley 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCooling system
expand_moreCoolant pump
M6 5.9 lbf⋅ft
M8 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCylinder head
Camshaft bearing 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Valve cover 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine block
expand_moreConnecting rod bearing
expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 13 N engines
First stage 10.33 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 20.65 lbf⋅ft
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.6 L 16 DA engines 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D engines
First stage 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 30°
expand_moreCrankshaft central screws
expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.6 L 16 DA engines
First stage 106.95 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 3040°
expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D engines
First stage 95.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 4050°
expand_moreCrankshaft pulley
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.6 L 16 DA engines 14.75 lbf⋅ft
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D engines 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
Screw with thread length 23 mm 40.57 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreScrew with thread length 30 mm
First stage 40.57 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreFlywheel
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.6 L 16 DA engines 44.25 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D engines
First stage 47.94 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreMain bearing
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.6 L 16 DA engines 47.94 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreEngine control
Camshaft drive belt deflection pulley 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCamshaft timing gear
expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 14 NV engines
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.6 L 16 DA engines
First stage 55.32 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 60°
expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D engines
First stage 55.32 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 6065°
All other modifications 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Toothed belt guard 2.95 lbf⋅ft
Toothed belt guard at the bottom 2.95 lbf⋅ft
Toothed belt guard at the top 2.95 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D engines 18.44 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine lubrication
expand_moreOil drain plug
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 16 SV engines 40.57 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D engines
One-part sump 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Two-part oil sump 7.38 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Oil filter housing 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil sump
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.6 L 16 DA engines 3.69 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D engines
expand_moreAt the gearbox
Oil sump top part 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil sump lower part
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 30°
expand_moreOn the engine block
Oil sump top part 14.75 lbf⋅ft
One-part sump 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.
All other modifications 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.
expand_moreEngine management
Glow plugs 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Knock sensor 9.59 lbf⋅ft
Lambda sensor 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Use assembly paste
expand_moreExhaust system
Exhaust manifold 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreIgnition system
expand_moreSpark plugs
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 1989 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.

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 Kadett Combo 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 1989 Opel Kadett Combo you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

1989 Opel Kadett Combo generations

In 1989 Opel offered 2 generations of the Kadett Combo. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

Opel Kadett Combo E model years

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