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Condition Value
expand_moreAir intake system
expand_moreIntake manifold
expand_more2.5 DTI with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 300 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2001.9–2003.7)
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
M7 11.06 lbf⋅ft
2.5 TD with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 129 HP at 4500 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 2200 RPM engine (1994.4–2003.7) 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
2.5 TD with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 129 HP at 4500 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 2200 RPM engine (1994.4–2003.7) 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
2.5 TD with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 129 HP engine (1994.4–2003.7) 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
2.6 V6 with gasoline V6 2.6 L 177 HP engine (2000.9–2003.7) 14.75 lbf⋅ft
3.2 V6 with gasoline V6 3.2 L 215 HP at 6000 RPM, 290 N⋅m at 3400 RPM engine (2001.2–2003.7) 14.75 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 XE engines 18.44 lbf⋅ft
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 XE engines 18.44 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 25.81 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner
All Opel gasoline V6 2.6 L Y 26 SE engines 25.81 lbf⋅ft
All Opel gasoline V6 3.2 L Y 32 SE engines 25.81 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreServo pump pulley
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreCarburetion
expand_moreHigh-pressure pump pulley
2.5 DTI with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 300 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2001.9–2003.7) 47.94 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)
2.5 DTI with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 300 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2001.9–2003.7) 6.64 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 44.25 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCooling system
Coolant pump 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCoolant pump pulley
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 30°
expand_moreCylinder head
expand_moreCamshaft bearing
2.2 DTI 16V with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 118 HP engine (2000.9–2003.7) 11.06 lbf⋅ft
2.5 DTI with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 300 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2001.9–2003.7) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
2.5 TD with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 129 HP at 4500 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 2200 RPM engine (1994.4–2003.7) 11.06 lbf⋅ft
2.5 TD with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 129 HP at 4500 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 2200 RPM engine (1994.4–2003.7) 11.06 lbf⋅ft
2.5 TD with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 129 HP engine (1994.4–2003.7) 11.06 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCylinder head screws
expand_more2.2 DTI 16V with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 118 HP engine (2000.9–2003.7)
expand_moreScrews 1-10
Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 2.2 DTI 16V with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 118 HP engine (2000.9–2003.7), Screws 1-10.
Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 2.2 DTI 16V with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 118 HP engine (2000.9–2003.7), Screws 1-10.
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws. See figure 1.
Second stage 65°
Third stage 65°
Fourth stage 65°
Fifth stage 65°
Sixth stage 15°
expand_moreScrews 11, 12, 13, and 14
Seventh stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Eighth stage 30°
Ninth stage 5°
expand_more2.5 DTI with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 300 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2001.9–2003.7)
Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 2.5 DTI with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 300 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2001.9–2003.7).
Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 2.5 DTI with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 300 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2001.9–2003.7).
First stage 59 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws See figure 2.
Second stage 180° detach
Third stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Fourth stage 90°
Fifth stage 90°
expand_more2.5 TD with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 129 HP engine (1994.4–2003.7)
First stage 59 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws. See figure 2.
Second stage loosen by 180°
Third stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Fourth stage 90100°
Fifth stage 90100°
Sixth stage Warm-up run
25 min
Seventh stage 90100°
expand_moreAll other modifications
Figure 3. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications.
Figure 3. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications.
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws See figure 3.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 90°
Fourth stage 90°
Fifth stage 15°
expand_moreValve cover
2.5 DTI with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 300 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2001.9–2003.7) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
2.5 TD with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 129 HP at 4500 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 2200 RPM engine (1994.4–2003.7) 11.06 lbf⋅ft
2.5 TD with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 129 HP at 4500 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 2200 RPM engine (1994.4–2003.7) 11.06 lbf⋅ft
2.5 TD with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 129 HP engine (1994.4–2003.7) 11.06 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine block
expand_moreConnecting rod bearing
expand_more2.5 DTI with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 300 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2001.9–2003.7)
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 60°
expand_more2.5 TD with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 129 HP engine (1994.4–2003.7)
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 70°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreCrankshaft central screws
expand_more2.2 DTI 16V with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 118 HP engine (2000.9–2003.7)
First stage 110.63 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 15°
expand_more2.5 TD with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 129 HP engine (1994.4–2003.7)
First stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
Third stage 60°
expand_more2.6 V6 with gasoline V6 2.6 L 177 HP engine (2000.9–2003.7)
First stage 184.39 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 15°
expand_more3.2 V6 with gasoline V6 3.2 L 215 HP at 6000 RPM, 290 N⋅m at 3400 RPM engine (2001.2–2003.7)
First stage 184.39 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 95.88 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 4050°
Crankshaft pulley 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFlywheel
expand_more2.2 DTI 16V with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 109 HP at 4000 RPM, 280 N⋅m at 1600 RPM engine (2000.9–2003.7)
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Retap thread in holes and use new screws.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 15°
expand_more2.2 DTI 16V with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 118 HP engine (2000.9–2003.7)
First stage 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 15°
2.5 DTI with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 300 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2001.9–2003.7) 77.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
2.5 TD with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 129 HP at 4500 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 2200 RPM engine (1994.4–2003.7) 82.61 lbf⋅ft
2.5 TD with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 129 HP at 4500 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 2200 RPM engine (1994.4–2003.7) 82.61 lbf⋅ft
2.5 TD with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 129 HP engine (1994.4–2003.7) 82.61 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 47.94 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. Use screw-locking compound.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreMain bearing
expand_more2.2 DTI 16V with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 118 HP engine (2000.9–2003.7)
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 15°
expand_more2.5 DTI with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 300 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2001.9–2003.7)
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 50°
expand_more2.5 TD with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 129 HP engine (1994.4–2003.7)
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 50°
expand_more2.6 V6 with gasoline V6 2.6 L 177 HP engine (2000.9–2003.7)
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 15°
expand_more3.2 V6 with gasoline V6 3.2 L 215 HP at 6000 RPM, 290 N⋅m at 3400 RPM engine (2001.2–2003.7)
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreVibration damper
expand_more2.5 DTI with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 300 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2001.9–2003.7)
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Replace bolts.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 60°
expand_moreEngine control
expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley
Inlet camshaft 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Outlet camshaft 18.44 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCamshaft timing gear
expand_more2.2 DTI 16V with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 118 HP engine (2000.9–2003.7)
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 30°
expand_more2.5 DTI with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 300 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2001.9–2003.7)
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 35°
expand_more2.5 TD with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 129 HP engine (1994.4–2003.7)
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 35°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreChain tensioner
2.2 DTI 16V with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 118 HP engine (2000.9–2003.7) 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
Cap 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Chain tensioner 11.8 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTension rail bearing screws
2.5 DTI with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 300 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2001.9–2003.7) 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace the bolt
expand_moreTiming case cover
2.5 DTI with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 300 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2001.9–2003.7) 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreToothed belt guard
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 XE engines 4.43 lbf⋅ft
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 XE engines 4.43 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Toothed belt tensioning roller 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine lubrication
expand_moreOil drain plug
expand_more2.2 16V with gasoline straight-4 2.2 L 142 HP at 5400 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 4000 RPM engine (1999.9–2003.7)
Torx screws 7.38 lbf⋅ft
With hexagon-head screws 33.19 lbf⋅ft
2.2 DTI 16V with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 118 HP engine (2000.9–2003.7) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
2.5 DTI with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 300 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2001.9–2003.7) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.5 TD with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 129 HP engine (1994.4–2003.7)
M12 18.44 lbf⋅ft
M16 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.6 V6 with gasoline V6 2.6 L 177 HP engine (2000.9–2003.7)
Torx screws 7.38 lbf⋅ft
With hexagon-head screws 40.57 lbf⋅ft
expand_more3.2 V6 with gasoline V6 3.2 L 215 HP at 6000 RPM, 290 N⋅m at 3400 RPM engine (2001.2–2003.7)
Torx screws 7.38 lbf⋅ft
With hexagon-head screws 40.57 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil filter housing
2.2 DTI 16V with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 118 HP engine (2000.9–2003.7) 18.44 lbf⋅ft
2.5 DTI with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 300 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2001.9–2003.7) 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.5 TD with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 129 HP engine (1994.4–2003.7)
Metal cap 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Plastic cap 18.44 lbf⋅ft
2.6 V6 with gasoline V6 2.6 L 177 HP engine (2000.9–2003.7) 18.44 lbf⋅ft
3.2 V6 with gasoline V6 3.2 L 215 HP at 6000 RPM, 290 N⋅m at 3400 RPM engine (2001.2–2003.7) 18.44 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil sump
2.2 16V with gasoline straight-4 2.2 L 142 HP at 5400 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 4000 RPM engine (1999.9–2003.7) 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.
2.2 16V with gasoline straight-4 2.2 L 142 HP engine (1999.9–2003.7) 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.
expand_more2.2 DTI 16V with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 118 HP engine (2000.9–2003.7)
Oil sump lower part 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Oil sump top part 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.5 DTI with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 300 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2001.9–2003.7)
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
M8 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.5 TD with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 129 HP engine (1994.4–2003.7)
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
M8 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.6 V6 with gasoline V6 2.6 L 177 HP engine (2000.9–2003.7)
expand_moreOil sump top part
expand_moreAt the gearbox
M8 14.75 lbf⋅ft
M10 29.5 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil sump lower part
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 30°
expand_more3.2 V6 with gasoline V6 3.2 L 215 HP at 6000 RPM, 290 N⋅m at 3400 RPM engine (2001.2–2003.7)
expand_moreOil sump top part
expand_moreAt the gearbox
M8 14.75 lbf⋅ft
M10 29.5 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil sump lower part
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 30°
expand_moreEngine management
expand_moreCamshaft sensor
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 XE engines 4.43 lbf⋅ft
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 XE engines 4.43 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Crankshaft sensor 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGlow plugs
2.2 DTI 16V with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 118 HP engine (2000.9–2003.7) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
2.5 DTI with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 300 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2001.9–2003.7) 13.28 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreKnock sensor
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreLambda sensor
All other modifications 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Use assembly paste
expand_moreExhaust system
expand_moreExhaust manifold
2.5 DTI with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 300 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2001.9–2003.7) 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
2.5 TD with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 129 HP at 4500 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 2200 RPM engine (1994.4–2003.7) 17.7 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
2.5 TD with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 129 HP at 4500 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 2200 RPM engine (1994.4–2003.7) 17.7 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
2.5 TD with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 129 HP engine (1994.4–2003.7) 17.7 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
2.6 V6 with gasoline V6 2.6 L 177 HP engine (2000.9–2003.7) 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
3.2 V6 with gasoline V6 3.2 L 215 HP at 6000 RPM, 290 N⋅m at 3400 RPM engine (2001.2–2003.7) 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
All other modifications 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreIgnition system
Spark plugs 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 2003 Opel Omega Sedan 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 Omega Sedan 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 2003 Opel Omega Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

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