2011 Opel Meriva front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake


Bleed valve	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreBrake hose


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


Brake line	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
Front axle brake caliper	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Front axle brake caliper mounting support	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace the shim.
Front axle brake disc	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Wheel speed sensor	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering

expand_moreLower steering column joint


Black steering spindle	25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
Gray steering spindle	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.


Pressure line at steering gear	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Use new seals.
Return line to steering gear	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Steering column	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreSteering column joint upper

expand_moreFirst stage


Black steering spindle	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Gray steering spindle	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
Use new screw.

expand_moreSecond stage


Black steering spindle	180–195°180–195°180–195°
Gray steering spindle	60–75°60–75°60–75°

expand_moreSteering gear


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Steering gear bracket	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Steering wheel	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreTrack rod end on stub axle


First stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	15°15°15°


Track rod end on track rod	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Track rod on steering gear	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension


Shock-absorber piston rod	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreSuspension strut


On chassis	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreOn stub axle


First stage	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Use new screws and nuts.
Second stage	60–75°60–75°60–75°

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft


First stage	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	slacken
Third stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Fourth stage	80°80°80°


Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m

expand_moreStabilizer mounting at the subframe


First stage	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Second stage	40°40°40°

expand_moreSupport joint at the stub axle


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	60–75°60–75°60–75°


Support joint at the transverse control arm	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace rivets by screws and nuts during repair.

expand_moreTransverse control arm

expand_moreAt the subframe


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Use new screws and nuts.
Second stage	75–90°75–90°75–90°

expand_moreOn stub axle


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Use new screws and nuts.
Second stage	60–75°60–75°60–75°

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing

expand_moreCentral screws


First stage	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	slacken
Loosening and tightening using an impact driver is not permitted.
Third stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Fourth stage	80°80°80°

expand_moreWheels and tires

expand_moreTire pressure sensors


All other modifications	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m


Wheel attachment	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2011 Opel Meriva 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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