2017 Opel Karl engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft19–25 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	36.14–49.42 lbf⋅ft36.14–49.42 lbf⋅ft49–67 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft19–25 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor pressure line


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreAlternator


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft19–25 N⋅m

expand_moreVacuum pump


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_moreCarburetion

expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant drain plug


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m

expand_moreCoolant pump

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


Onto crankcase	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Otherwise	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCoolant pump pulley


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

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

expand_moreInlet camshaft


First stage	Screw in screw(s) by hand.
Tighten the screws evenly from inside to outside in several steps.
Second stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Third stage	180° detach.
Fourth stage	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m

expand_moreOutlet camshaft


First stage	Screw in screw(s) by hand.
Tighten crosswise from inside to outside.
Second stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Third stage	180° detach.
Fourth stage	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

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

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 1.0 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 screws. See figure 1.
Second stage	240°240°240°

expand_moreValve cover


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten crosswise from inside to outside.

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

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


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	75°75°75°

expand_moreCrankcase ventilation


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws

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	360° detach
Third stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreDrive plate

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 screws.
Second stage	70°70°70°

expand_moreFlywheel

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
Use new screws and snug them down crosswise.
Second stage	70°70°70°

expand_moreEngine control


Bottom part of the control unit housing	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft adjuster

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


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCentral part of control unit housing

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


Locking screws	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreScrews 2


Third stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreScrews 3


Second stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreScrews 4


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Use sealant.

expand_moreScrews 5


Fourth stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Fifth stage	42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m

expand_moreControl drive chain guide rail


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreControl drive chain tensioner


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
Replace screws.

expand_moreControl drive chain tensioning rail


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
Replace screws.

expand_moreOil pump drive chain tensioner


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil drain plug


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	15.49–20.65 lbf⋅ft15.49–20.65 lbf⋅ft21–28 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreOil filter


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
Slightly oil sealing lips.

expand_moreOil pressure sensor


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump

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


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump chain wheel

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


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreOil sump

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


At the gearbox	42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump lower part


First stage	Screw in new screw(s) hand-tight.
Second stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Third stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump top part


First stage	Screw in new screw(s) hand-tight.
Second stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Third stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management

expand_moreCamshaft sensor


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft sensor


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreKnock sensor


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_moreLambda sensor


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	30.98 lbf⋅ft30.98 lbf⋅ft42 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

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


First stage	42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m
Second stage	60–75°60–75°60–75°

expand_moreEngine suspension


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m

expand_moreTorque arm

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


First stage	42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m
Second stage	60–75°60–75°60–75°

expand_moreTorque support bracket

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
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreCatalytic converter


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreCatalytic converter bracket


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust manifold heat shields


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe

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


Clamps	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Otherwise	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe rear


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system middle heat protection plate


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	6.64–8.85 lbf⋅ft6.64–8.85 lbf⋅ft9–12 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system

expand_moreSpark plugs


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	12.54 lbf⋅ft12.54 lbf⋅ft17 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP, 96 N⋅m at 4500 RPM engine (2015.1–)	36.14–47.2 lbf⋅ft36.14–47.2 lbf⋅ft49–64 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2017 Opel Karl user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

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