2015 Opel Karl front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake

expand_moreBleed valve


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	6.27 lbf⋅ft6.27 lbf⋅ft8.5 N⋅m

expand_moreBrake hose

expand_more1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)


At the brake caliper	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreBrake line


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle brake caliper


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle brake caliper mounting support


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	72.28 lbf⋅ft72.28 lbf⋅ft98 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreFront axle brake disc


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel speed sensor


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	6.27 lbf⋅ft6.27 lbf⋅ft8.5 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering

expand_moreLower steering column joint


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreSteering column


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m

expand_moreSteering gear

expand_more1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90–105°90–105°90–105°

expand_moreSteering wheel


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m

expand_moreSteering wheel electronics control unit


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m

expand_moreTrack rod end on stub axle

expand_more1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	120°120°120°

expand_moreTrack rod end on track rod


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m

expand_moreTrack rod on steering gear


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	64.91 lbf⋅ft64.91 lbf⋅ft88 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension

expand_moreShock-absorber piston rod


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreSuspension strut

expand_more1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)


On wheel hub	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	184.39 lbf⋅ft184.39 lbf⋅ft250 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreStabiliser mounting at the stabiliser


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreStabiliser mounting at suspension strut


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreStabilizer mounting at the subframe


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreSupporting joint on the suspension strut mounting

expand_more1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	120°120°120°
slacken
Third stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Fourth stage	30–45°30–45°30–45°

expand_moreLower front transverse control arm


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.

expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.

expand_moreWheels and tires

expand_moreTire pressure sensors


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	11.51 lbf⋅in11.51 lbf⋅in1.3 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel attachment


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	103.26 lbf⋅ft103.26 lbf⋅ft140 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2015 Opel Karl 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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2015 Opel Karl First generation Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

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