2005 Opel Signum rear suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreRear axle brake


Rear axle bleeder valve	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Rear axle brake caliper	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Rear axle brake caliper mounting support	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Rear axle brake disc	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Rear axle brake hose	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreRear axle suspension

expand_moreRear axle shock absorber

expand_moreOn chassis


Top	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m

expand_moreOn stub axle


Bottom	110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension

expand_moreRear axle longitudinal control arm

expand_moreAt the bracket


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Use new screws and nuts.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreOn chassis


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	15°15°15°


On stub axle	110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle stabilizer mounting


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreRear axle stabilizer support at the axle control arm

expand_moreOn stub axle


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreRear axle stabilizer support at the stabilizer


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreRear axle stabilizer support at the stub axle

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First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreStabilizer of rear axle on axle


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreTrack control arm lower

expand_moreOn rear axle


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreOn stub axle


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreTrack control arm upper

expand_moreOn rear axle


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreOn stub axle


First stage	110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	45°45°45°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing

expand_moreWheel bearing unit


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreWheels and tires


Tire pressure sensors	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 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 2005 Opel Signum 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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2005 Opel Signum generations

In 2005 Opel offered 2 generations of the Signum. Rear suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

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Epsilon Platform

2005 Opel Signum A2 Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

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2005 Opel Signum generations

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Opel Signum A2 model years

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