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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XEP 103 HP	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 DTR 115 HP at 4000 RPM, 270 N⋅m at 1500 RPM	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 DTR 123 HP	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 SE 145 HP at 5800 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 4000 RPM	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH 148 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 YH 153 HP	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 NET 173 HP at 5500 RPM, 265 N⋅m at 2500 RPM


Variant 1	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Screws
Variant 2	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Nuts.


Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Y 30 DT 174 HP at 4000 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1800 RPM	22.86 lbf⋅ft22.86 lbf⋅ft31 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel diesel V6 3.0 L Z 30 DT 181 HP


Lower section of intake manifold	22.86 lbf⋅ft22.86 lbf⋅ft31 N⋅m
Upper section of intake manifold	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Wet contact surfaces with oil.

expand_moreOpel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NEL 227 HP


Lower section of intake manifold	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Upper section of intake manifold	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Use new seals.

expand_moreOpel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NET 247 HP


Lower section of intake manifold	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Upper section of intake manifold	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Use new seals.


Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTL 99 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L Y 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 1950 RPM	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Use new screws or nuts

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XE 99 HP at 6000 RPM, 150 N⋅m at 3600 RPM


Lower section of intake manifold	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Upper section of intake manifold	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m


All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Use new screws or nuts

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley


All Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH engines	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Z 30 DT engines


Rear	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Otherwise	42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m


All Opel gasoline V6 3.2 L Z 32 SE engines	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


Bottom	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Top	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP at 6000 RPM, 165 N⋅m at 4600 RPM	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 YH 153 HP	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 NET 173 HP at 5500 RPM, 265 N⋅m at 2500 RPM	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Z 30 DT 181 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Opel gasoline V6 3.2 L Z 32 SE 208 HP	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NEL 227 HP	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NET 247 HP	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NET 252 HP	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NET 276 HP	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XE 99 HP at 6000 RPM, 150 N⋅m at 3600 RPM	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
All other modifications	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor


All Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTL engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Z 30 DT engines	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor bracket


Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NEL 227 HP	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NET 247 HP	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NET 252 HP	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NET 276 HP	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
All other modifications	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m


Air-conditioning compressor pressure line	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreAlternator


All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XE engines	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XEP engines	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XER engines	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT engines	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
at holder

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH engines


At the bracket	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m


All Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTL engines	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
at holder
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 NET engines	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 YH engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Z 30 DT engines


Top	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
at holder

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline V6 3.2 L Z 32 SE engines


At the bracket	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m


All other modifications	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreGenerator bracket

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L Y 20 DTH engines


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

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH engines


On the engine block	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreServo pump pulley

expand_more3.2 V6 with gasoline V6 3.2 L 208 HP engine (2002.8–)


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	30°30°30°


Servo steering pump	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Vacuum pump	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


Exhaust recirculation pipe	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe


All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XE engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XEP engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XER engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline V6 3.2 L Z 32 SE engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump pulley


3.0 CDTi with diesel V6 3.0 L 181 HP engine (2005.8–)	118.01 lbf⋅ft118.01 lbf⋅ft160 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection hoses


2.0 DTI 16V with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 1950 RPM engine (2002.8–)	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)

expand_moreAll Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Y 30 DT engines


M10	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
M6	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m


All Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT engines	23.6 lbf⋅ft23.6 lbf⋅ft32 N⋅m
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTL engines	23.6 lbf⋅ft23.6 lbf⋅ft32 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	hand-screwed
Second stage	360°360°360°

expand_moreCharging

expand_moreTurbo charger

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L Y 20 DTH engines


On exhaust manifold	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m


All Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Z 30 DT engines	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m


Turbocharger oil feed line	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreTurbocharger oil return line

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT engines


At the turbocharger	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
On the engine block	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH engines

expand_moreAt the turbocharger


M6	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreOn the engine block


M8	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTL engines


At the turbocharger	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
On the engine block	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant drain plug


2.2 direct with gasoline straight-4 2.2 L 153 HP engine (2003.10–)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Coolant pump

expand_moreCoolant pump


Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH 148 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 YH 153 HP	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 NET 173 HP at 5500 RPM, 265 N⋅m at 2500 RPM	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Z 30 DT 181 HP	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m
Opel gasoline V6 3.2 L Z 32 SE 208 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NEL 227 HP	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NET 247 HP	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NET 252 HP	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NET 276 HP	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTL 99 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L Y 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 1950 RPM	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All other modifications	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreCoolant pump pulley


All Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L Y 20 DTH engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XER engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline V6 3.2 L Z 32 SE engines


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°


All other modifications	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing


Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 DTR 115 HP at 4000 RPM, 270 N⋅m at 1500 RPM	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 DTR 123 HP	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 SE 145 HP at 5800 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 4000 RPM


Guide bearing	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Otherwise	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m


Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH 148 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 YH 153 HP	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 NET 173 HP at 5500 RPM, 265 N⋅m at 2500 RPM	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Y 30 DT 174 HP at 4000 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1800 RPM	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Z 30 DT 181 HP	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NEL 227 HP	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NET 247 HP	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NET 252 HP	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NET 276 HP	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTL 99 HP	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L Y 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 1950 RPM	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
All other modifications	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 DTR 115 HP at 4000 RPM, 270 N⋅m at 1500 RPM

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 DTR 115 HP at 4000 RPM, 270 N⋅m at 1500 RPM.


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_moreOpel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP.


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 2.
Second stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°
Fifth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP at 6000 RPM, 165 N⋅m at 4600 RPM

Figure 3. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP at 6000 RPM, 165 N⋅m at 4600 RPM.


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Use new screws See figure 3.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°
Fifth stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 SE 145 HP at 5800 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 4000 RPM


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 3.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	60°60°60°
Fourth stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH 148 HP

Figure 4. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH 148 HP.


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Use new screws. See figure 4.
Second stage	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°
Fifth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 YH 153 HP

expand_moreScrews 1-10

Figure 5. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 YH 153 HP, Screws 1-10.


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Use new screws See figure 5.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	60°60°60°
Fourth stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreScrews 11, 12, 13, and 14


Fifth stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 NET 173 HP at 5500 RPM, 265 N⋅m at 2500 RPM

expand_moreScrews 1-10


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 5.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	60°60°60°
Fourth stage	35°35°35°

expand_moreScrews 11, 12, 13, and 14


Fifth stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel diesel V6 3.0 L Y 30 DT 174 HP at 4000 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1800 RPM

expand_moreScrews 1 – 8

Figure 6. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Y 30 DT 174 HP at 4000 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1800 RPM, Screws 1 – 8.


First stage	28.76 lbf⋅ft28.76 lbf⋅ft39 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 6.

expand_moreScrews 1 – 4


Second stage	130°130°130°
Fifth stage	130°130°130°

expand_moreScrews 5 – 8


Third stage	110°110°110°
Fifth stage	110°110°110°

expand_moreOpel diesel V6 3.0 L Z 30 DT 181 HP

expand_moreLong screws


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Tighten in several steps.
Second stage	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Third stage	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Fourth stage	99.57 lbf⋅ft99.57 lbf⋅ft135 N⋅m

expand_moreShort screws

Figure 7. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Z 30 DT 181 HP, Short screws.


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Tighten in several steps. See figure 7.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Replace screws.
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	99.57 lbf⋅ft99.57 lbf⋅ft135 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel gasoline V6 3.2 L Z 32 SE 208 HP

Figure 8. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Opel gasoline V6 3.2 L Z 32 SE 208 HP.


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 8.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°
Fifth stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreOpel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NEL 227 HP

expand_moreM11


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Second stage	120°120°120°

Figure 9. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NEL 227 HP.

expand_moreM8
See figure 9.


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreOpel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NET 247 HP

expand_moreM11


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Second stage	120°120°120°

expand_moreM8
See figure 9.


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTL 99 HP

Figure 10. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTL 99 HP.


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 10.
Second stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°
Fifth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 2.0 L Y 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 1950 RPM

Figure 11. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L Y 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 1950 RPM.


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Use new screws. See figure 11.
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_moreAll other modifications

Figure 12. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications.


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 12.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°
Fifth stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreValve cover


Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 SE 145 HP at 5800 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 4000 RPM	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 YH 153 HP	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 NET 173 HP at 5500 RPM, 265 N⋅m at 2500 RPM	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Y 30 DT 174 HP at 4000 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1800 RPM	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Z 30 DT 181 HP	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NEL 227 HP	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NET 247 HP	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NET 252 HP	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NET 276 HP	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTL 99 HP	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All other modifications	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreAll Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Y 30 DT engines


First stage	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XE engines


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

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE engines


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

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT engines


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH engines


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTL engines


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 NET engines


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	50°50°50°
Third stage	50°50°50°
Fourth stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 SE engines


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	50°50°50°
Third stage	50°50°50°
Fourth stage	10°10°10°

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 YH engines


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	100°100°100°
Third stage	25°25°25°

expand_moreAll Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Z 30 DT engines


First stage	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XEP 103 HP


First stage	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 DTR 115 HP at 4000 RPM, 270 N⋅m at 1500 RPM


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_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP at 6000 RPM, 165 N⋅m at 4600 RPM


First stage	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XER 138 HP


First stage	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	45°45°45°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 SE 145 HP at 5800 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 4000 RPM


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Second stage	75°75°75°
Third stage	15°15°15°


Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH 148 HP	250.77 lbf⋅ft250.77 lbf⋅ft340 N⋅m
Left-hand thread

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 NET 173 HP at 5500 RPM, 265 N⋅m at 2500 RPM


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	75°75°75°
Third stage	15°15°15°


Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Y 30 DT 174 HP at 4000 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1800 RPM	173.33 lbf⋅ft173.33 lbf⋅ft235 N⋅m
Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Z 30 DT 181 HP	173.33 lbf⋅ft173.33 lbf⋅ft235 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel gasoline V6 3.2 L Z 32 SE 208 HP


First stage	184.39 lbf⋅ft184.39 lbf⋅ft250 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	45°45°45°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 2.0 L Y 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 1950 RPM


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_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XE 99 HP at 6000 RPM, 150 N⋅m at 3600 RPM


First stage	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley


All Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTL engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 NET engines


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	75°75°75°
Third stage	15°15°15°


All Opel gasoline V6 3.2 L Z 32 SE engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Second stage	150°150°150°

expand_moreFlywheel

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XEP 103 HP


First stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Clean the thread, use new screws and screw-locking compound.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 DTR 115 HP at 4000 RPM, 270 N⋅m at 1500 RPM


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


Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP	118.01 lbf⋅ft118.01 lbf⋅ft160 N⋅m
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP at 6000 RPM, 165 N⋅m at 4600 RPM


First stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XER 138 HP


First stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 SE 145 HP at 5800 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 4000 RPM


First stage	39.09 lbf⋅ft39.09 lbf⋅ft53 N⋅m
Clean the thread, use new screws and screw-locking compound.
Second stage	25°25°25°


Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH 148 HP	118.01 lbf⋅ft118.01 lbf⋅ft160 N⋅m
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 NET 173 HP at 5500 RPM, 265 N⋅m at 2500 RPM


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Clean the thread, use new screws and screw-locking compound.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°


Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Y 30 DT 174 HP at 4000 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1800 RPM	106.95 lbf⋅ft106.95 lbf⋅ft145 N⋅m
Retap thread in holes and use new screws.
Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Z 30 DT 181 HP	106.95 lbf⋅ft106.95 lbf⋅ft145 N⋅m
Retap thread in holes and use new screws.

expand_moreOpel gasoline V6 3.2 L Z 32 SE 208 HP


First stage	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Retap thread in holes and use new screws.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°


Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTL 99 HP	118.01 lbf⋅ft118.01 lbf⋅ft160 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 2.0 L Y 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 1950 RPM


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Retap thread in holes and use new screws.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XE 99 HP at 6000 RPM, 150 N⋅m at 3600 RPM


First stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Clean the thread, use new screws and screw-locking compound.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°


All other modifications	49.42 lbf⋅ft49.42 lbf⋅ft67 N⋅m
Retap thread in holes and use new screws.

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE engines


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

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH engines


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage	100°100°100°
helically from the inside out

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 SE engines

expand_moreM10


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage	70°70°70°
Third stage	15°15°15°


M8	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


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_moreVibration damper


All Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTL engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	150°150°150°

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreBalance shaft timing chain guide rail


All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 NET engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All other modifications	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreBalance shaft timing chain tension rail


2.0 16V Turbo with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 173 HP at 5500 RPM, 265 N⋅m at 2500 RPM engine (2003.3–)	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft adjuster

expand_more1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 138 HP engine (2006.1–)


First stage	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	120°120°120°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley


All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XE engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XEP engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE engines


Inlet camshaft	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Outlet camshaft	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XER engines


Inlet camshaft	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Outlet camshaft	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


All Opel gasoline V6 3.2 L Z 32 SE engines	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
All other modifications	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain guide rail


All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 NET engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 YH engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All other modifications	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain slip rail

expand_more2.2 direct with gasoline straight-4 2.2 L 153 HP engine (2003.10–)


Top	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioning rail


All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 NET engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All other modifications	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear

expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 DTR 115 HP at 4000 RPM, 270 N⋅m at 1500 RPM


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


Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XER 138 HP


First stage	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	125°125°125°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 SE 145 HP at 5800 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 4000 RPM


First stage	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°


Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH 148 HP	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 NET 173 HP at 5500 RPM, 265 N⋅m at 2500 RPM


First stage	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°


Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Y 30 DT 174 HP at 4000 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1800 RPM	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Z 30 DT 181 HP	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTL 99 HP	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 2.0 L Y 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 1950 RPM


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

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreChain tensioner

expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 DTR 115 HP at 4000 RPM, 270 N⋅m at 1500 RPM


Cap	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 SE 145 HP at 5800 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 4000 RPM


Balance shaft timing chain	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Camshaft timing chain	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
Clean the thread.


Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 YH 153 HP	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 NET 173 HP at 5500 RPM, 265 N⋅m at 2500 RPM	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 2.0 L Y 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 1950 RPM


Cap	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m


All other modifications	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m


Control drive chain guide rail	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Control drive chain tensioner	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreDrive chain balance shaft tensioner


All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 NET engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All other modifications	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 NET engines


First stage	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°


All other modifications	42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m


Intermediate shaft chain sprocket	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 NET engines


First stage	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°


All other modifications	42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m

expand_moreTiming case cover


All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 NET engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 YH engines	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Z 30 DT engines


Variant 1	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Screws #1–#11
Variant 2	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Variant 3	71.54 lbf⋅ft71.54 lbf⋅ft97 N⋅m


All other modifications	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt guard


All Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Y 30 DT engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XEP engines	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XER engines	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT engines


M6	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
M8	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTL engines


M6	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
M8	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


All Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Z 30 DT engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline V6 3.2 L Z 32 SE engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All other modifications	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt guard at the bottom


1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 103 HP engine (2006.1–)	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt guard at the top


1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 103 HP engine (2006.1–)	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt guide


3.0 CDTi with diesel V6 3.0 L 181 HP engine (2005.8–)	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller


All Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Y 30 DT engines	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH engines	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTL engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Z 30 DT engines	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tightener


1.9 CDTI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 148 HP engine (2004.4–)	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil cooler

expand_more3.2 V6 with gasoline V6 3.2 L 208 HP engine (2002.8–)


Nuts	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Screws	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreOil cooler lines


3.2 V6 with gasoline V6 3.2 L 208 HP engine (2002.8–)	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreOil drain plug


Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XEP 103 HP	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 DTR 115 HP at 4000 RPM, 270 N⋅m at 1500 RPM	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP at 6000 RPM, 165 N⋅m at 4600 RPM


Torx screws	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
With hexagon-head screws	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m


Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 DTR 123 HP	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XER 138 HP	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH 148 HP	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Y 30 DT 174 HP at 4000 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1800 RPM	30.98 lbf⋅ft30.98 lbf⋅ft42 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel diesel V6 3.0 L Z 30 DT 181 HP


Oil filter drain plug	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Otherwise	30.98 lbf⋅ft30.98 lbf⋅ft42 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.


Opel gasoline V6 3.2 L Z 32 SE 208 HP	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTL 99 HP	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L Y 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 1950 RPM	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XE 99 HP at 6000 RPM, 150 N⋅m at 3600 RPM	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreOil filter


All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XE engines	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XEP engines	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XER engines	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline V6 3.2 L Z 32 SE engines


Oil filter cover	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Slightly oil sealing lips.

expand_moreOil filter housing


Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 DTR 115 HP at 4000 RPM, 270 N⋅m at 1500 RPM	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP at 6000 RPM, 165 N⋅m at 4600 RPM	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 DTR 123 HP	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel diesel V6 3.0 L Z 30 DT 181 HP


Oil filter cover	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.


Opel gasoline V6 3.2 L Z 32 SE 208 HP	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L Y 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 1950 RPM	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreOil lines


Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 NET 173 HP at 5500 RPM, 265 N⋅m at 2500 RPM	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Banjo bolts.

expand_moreOpel diesel V6 3.0 L Z 30 DT 181 HP

expand_moreReturn line


At the turbocharger	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
On the engine block	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreOil feed lines at the turbo charger


Banjo screws	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreReturn line at the cylinder head


M8	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreReturn line at turbocharger


M6	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreOil pressure sensor


3.2 V6 with gasoline V6 3.2 L 208 HP engine (2002.8–)	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump


All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XEP engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XER engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 NET engines	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline V6 3.2 L Z 32 SE engines


M6	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.

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


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XEP 103 HP


On the engine block	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Clean thread in engine block.
On gearbox case	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 DTR 115 HP at 4000 RPM, 270 N⋅m at 1500 RPM

expand_moreAt the gearbox


M10	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


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

expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP


M10	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
M6	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP at 6000 RPM, 165 N⋅m at 4600 RPM


At the gearbox	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
On the engine block	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 SE 145 HP at 5800 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 4000 RPM


At the gearbox	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
On the engine block	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH 148 HP


At the gearbox	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreOn the engine block


M6	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
M8	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 NET 173 HP at 5500 RPM, 265 N⋅m at 2500 RPM


At the gearbox	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
On the engine block	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel diesel V6 3.0 L Y 30 DT 174 HP at 4000 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1800 RPM


Oil sump lower part	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Oil sump top part	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel diesel V6 3.0 L Z 30 DT 181 HP


Oil sump lower part	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Oil sump top part	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
on the engine block

expand_moreOpel gasoline V6 3.2 L Z 32 SE 208 HP


At the gearbox	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
On the engine block	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTL 99 HP


M10	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
M6	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 2.0 L Y 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 1950 RPM

expand_moreAt the gearbox


M10	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


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

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XE 99 HP at 6000 RPM, 150 N⋅m at 3600 RPM


On the engine block	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Clean thread in engine block.
On gearbox case	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


At the gearbox	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreOn the engine block


M8	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management

expand_moreCamshaft sensor


All Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Y 30 DT engines	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XEP engines	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XER engines	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
All Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Z 30 DT engines	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
All other modifications	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m


Charge air pressure sensor	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft sensor


All Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L Y 20 DTH engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XE engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XEP engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XER engines	3.32 lbf⋅ft3.32 lbf⋅ft4.5 N⋅m
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTL engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Z 30 DT engines	4.72 lbf⋅ft4.72 lbf⋅ft6.4 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline V6 3.2 L Z 32 SE engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust gas temperature sensor

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH engines


On catalytic converter	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Use assembly paste
On particle filter	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m


All Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Z 30 DT engines	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreGlow plugs


All Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Z 30 DT engines	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreKnock sensor


All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XE engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XEP engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XER engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline V6 3.2 L Z 32 SE engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All other modifications	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreLambda sensor


Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 SE 145 HP at 5800 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 4000 RPM	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 YH 153 HP	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NEL 227 HP	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NET 247 HP	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NET 252 HP	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NET 276 HP	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XE 99 HP at 6000 RPM, 150 N⋅m at 3600 RPM	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
All other modifications	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Use assembly paste

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket


Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 DTR 115 HP at 4000 RPM, 270 N⋅m at 1500 RPM	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 DTR 123 HP	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH 148 HP	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel diesel V6 3.0 L Y 30 DT 174 HP at 4000 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1800 RPM

expand_moreM10


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°


M12	47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreOpel diesel V6 3.0 L Z 30 DT 181 HP

expand_moreM10


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°


M12	47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreAll other modifications


M10	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
M8	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Engine mounting	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Torque arm	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreCatalytic converter

expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT 118 HP


Clamps	47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 N⋅m


Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 NET 173 HP at 5500 RPM, 265 N⋅m at 2500 RPM	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Support.

expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTL 99 HP


Clamps	47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


Clamps	47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 N⋅m
Nuts	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Screws	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Catalytic converter bracket	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust manifold


Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 121 HP at 6000 RPM, 165 N⋅m at 4600 RPM	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 DTR 123 HP	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XER 138 HP	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 YH 153 HP


First stage	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Second stage	wait for 12 s
Third stage	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m


Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 NET 173 HP at 5500 RPM, 265 N⋅m at 2500 RPM	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Z 30 DT 181 HP	38.35 lbf⋅ft38.35 lbf⋅ft52 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Opel gasoline V6 3.2 L Z 32 SE 208 HP	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L Y 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 1950 RPM	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XE 99 HP at 6000 RPM, 150 N⋅m at 3600 RPM	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.


Exhaust manifold heat shields	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 YH 153 HP


Front	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m


Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 NET 173 HP at 5500 RPM, 265 N⋅m at 2500 RPM	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreOpel gasoline V6 3.2 L Z 32 SE 208 HP


On primary catalytic converter	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.

expand_moreAll other modifications


Front	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


Exhaust pipe bracket	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe rear

expand_more3.2 V6 with gasoline V6 3.2 L 208 HP engine (2002.8–)


Clamps	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel supply

expand_moreFuel lines


All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 YH engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Z 30 DT engines


On injector	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
On pressure pipe	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system

expand_moreSpark plugs


Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 SE 145 HP at 5800 RPM, 203 N⋅m at 4000 RPM	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NEL 227 HP	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NET 247 HP	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NET 252 HP	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Opel gasoline V6 2.8 L Z 28 NET 276 HP	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter


All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XE engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XEP engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XER engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DT engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTH engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.9 L Z 19 DTL engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Opel diesel V6 3.0 L Z 30 DT engines	47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 N⋅m
All other modifications	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 2008 Opel Vectra GTS 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.

Maintenance Items

Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications

Service Intervals

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2008 Opel Vectra GTS C2 Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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