1997 Opel Sintra engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L X 22 DTH engines


Lower section of intake manifold	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Upper section of intake manifold	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m


All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L X 22 XE engines	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
All Opel gasoline V6 3.0 L X 30 XE engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


All Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L X 22 DTH engines	30.98 lbf⋅ft30.98 lbf⋅ft42 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L X 22 XE engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L X 22 XE engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline V6 3.0 L X 30 XE engines	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor


All Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L X 22 DTH engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L X 22 XE engines	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline V6 3.0 L X 30 XE engines	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor bracket


2.2 i 16V with gasoline straight-4 2.2 L 139 HP engine (1996.11–1999.4)	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor pressure line


All Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L X 22 DTH engines	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L X 22 XE engines	24.34 lbf⋅ft24.34 lbf⋅ft33 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline V6 3.0 L X 30 XE engines	24.34 lbf⋅ft24.34 lbf⋅ft33 N⋅m


Alternator	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreGenerator bracket


All Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L X 22 DTH engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L X 22 XE engines	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreHydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump


All Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L X 22 DTH engines	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L X 22 XE engines	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline V6 3.0 L X 30 XE engines	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m

expand_moreServo pump pulley

expand_more3.0 i 24V with gasoline V6 3.0 L 198 HP at 6000 RPM, 260 N⋅m at 3600 RPM engine (1996.11–1999.4)


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°


Servo steering pump	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreVacuum pump


2.2 DTI with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 114 HP at 4300 RPM, 260 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1997.7–1999.4)	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


Fuel-distributing pipe	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection hoses


2.2 DTI with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 114 HP at 4300 RPM, 260 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1997.7–1999.4)	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)

expand_more2.2 DTI with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 114 HP at 4300 RPM, 260 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1997.7–1999.4)


First stage	hand-screwed
Replace screws.
Second stage	360°360°360°

expand_moreInjection pump


2.2 DTI with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 114 HP at 4300 RPM, 260 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1997.7–1999.4)	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection pump pulley


2.2 DTI with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 114 HP at 4300 RPM, 260 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1997.7–1999.4)	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreCharging

expand_moreTurbo charger

expand_more2.2 DTI with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 114 HP at 4300 RPM, 260 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1997.7–1999.4)


At the exhaust manifold	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


All Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L X 22 DTH engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L X 22 XE engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline V6 3.0 L X 30 XE engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreCoolant pump pulley


All Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L X 22 DTH engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline V6 3.0 L X 30 XE engines


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	30°30°30°

expand_moreRadiator mounting

expand_more3.0 i 24V with gasoline V6 3.0 L 198 HP at 6000 RPM, 260 N⋅m at 3600 RPM engine (1996.11–1999.4)


Top	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing


All Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L X 22 DTH engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L X 22 XE engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline V6 3.0 L X 30 XE engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L X 22 DTH engines

expand_moreScrews 1-10

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L X 22 DTH, Screws 1-10.


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Use new screws See figure 1.
Second stage	65°65°65°
Third stage	65°65°65°
Fourth stage	65°65°65°
Fifth stage	65°65°65°
Sixth stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreScrews 11, 12, 13, and 14


Seventh stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Eighth stage	30°30°30°
Ninth stage	5°5°5°

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L X 22 XE engines

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L X 22 XE.


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 2.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°
Fifth stage	15°15°15°


Valve cover	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing


First stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	45°45°45°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L X 22 DTH engines


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

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L X 22 XE engines


First stage	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	40°40°40°
Third stage	50°50°50°

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline V6 3.0 L X 30 XE engines


First stage	184.39 lbf⋅ft184.39 lbf⋅ft250 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley


2.2 i 16V with gasoline straight-4 2.2 L 139 HP engine (1996.11–1999.4)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L X 22 DTH engines


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L X 22 XE engines


First stage	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline V6 3.0 L X 30 XE engines


First stage	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace screws. Use screw-locking compound.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L X 22 DTH engines


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

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L X 22 XE engines


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline V6 3.0 L X 30 XE engines


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreVibration damper


3.0 i 24V with gasoline V6 3.0 L 198 HP at 6000 RPM, 260 N⋅m at 3600 RPM engine (1996.11–1999.4)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley


All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L X 22 XE engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline V6 3.0 L X 30 XE engines	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain guide rail


2.2 DTI with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 114 HP at 4300 RPM, 260 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1997.7–1999.4)	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioner


2.2 DTI with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 114 HP at 4300 RPM, 260 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1997.7–1999.4)	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioning rail


2.2 DTI with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 114 HP at 4300 RPM, 260 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1997.7–1999.4)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L X 22 DTH engines


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	30°30°30°

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L X 22 XE engines


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreControl drive chain guide rail


2.2 DTI with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 114 HP at 4300 RPM, 260 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1997.7–1999.4)	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreControl drive chain tensioner


2.2 DTI with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 114 HP at 4300 RPM, 260 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1997.7–1999.4)	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreTiming case cover


2.2 DTI with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 114 HP at 4300 RPM, 260 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1997.7–1999.4)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt guard


All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L X 22 XE engines	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline V6 3.0 L X 30 XE engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m


Toothed belt tensioning roller	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil drain plug


All Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L X 22 DTH engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L X 22 XE engines


Hexagon head screws	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Torx screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


Oil filter	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreOil filter housing

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L X 22 DTH engines


Oil filter cover	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
On the engine block	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline V6 3.0 L X 30 XE engines


On the engine block	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump


All Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L X 22 DTH engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L X 22 XE engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline V6 3.0 L X 30 XE engines

expand_moreM6


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
Second stage	Wait 10 minutes.
Third stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreM8


First stage	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
Second stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump


At the gearbox	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L X 22 DTH engines


On the engine block	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L X 22 XE engines


On the engine block	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline V6 3.0 L X 30 XE engines


On the engine block	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management

expand_moreCamshaft sensor


All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L X 22 XE engines	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline V6 3.0 L X 30 XE engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m


Crankshaft sensor	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreGlow plugs


2.2 DTI with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 114 HP at 4300 RPM, 260 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1997.7–1999.4)	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


Knock sensor	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Lambda sensor	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Use heat-resistant grease.

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L X 22 DTH engines

expand_moreOn the engine block


Right	42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L X 22 XE engines


Right	39.09 lbf⋅ft39.09 lbf⋅ft53 N⋅m


Torque arm	39.09 lbf⋅ft39.09 lbf⋅ft53 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreExhaust manifold


All Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L X 22 DTH engines	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L X 22 XE engines	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
All Opel gasoline V6 3.0 L X 30 XE engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreExhaust pipe

expand_more3.0 i 24V with gasoline V6 3.0 L 198 HP at 6000 RPM, 260 N⋅m at 3600 RPM engine (1996.11–1999.4)


At the exhaust manifold	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel supply

expand_moreFuel lines


2.2 DTI with diesel straight-4 2.2 L 114 HP at 4300 RPM, 260 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1997.7–1999.4)	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system


Spark plugs	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter


All Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L X 22 DTH engines	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L X 22 XE engines


At the gearbox	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
On the engine block	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m


All Opel gasoline V6 3.0 L X 30 XE engines	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1997 Opel Sintra 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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1997 Opel Sintra First generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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