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Condition Value
expand_moreFront axle brake
Bleed valve 4.43 lbf⋅ft
Brake hose 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
Brake line 11.8 lbf⋅ft
Front axle brake caliper 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Front axle brake caliper mounting support 70.07 lbf⋅ft
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.
expand_moreFront axle brake disc
M10 2.95 lbf⋅ft
M6 5.16 lbf⋅ft
Wheel speed sensor 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFront axle steering
Pressure line at steering gear 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Return line to steering gear 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Steering gear 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Track rod end on stub axle 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Track rod end on track rod 44.25 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFront axle suspension
expand_moreSuspension strut
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 45°
Fourth stage 15°
expand_moreWheel suspension
expand_moreFront axle drive shaft
expand_moreCentral nuts
First stage 95.88 lbf⋅ft
Insert new locking pin.
Second stage slacken
Third stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Fourth stage 90°
Front axle stabiliser mounting 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser 47.94 lbf⋅ft
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut 47.94 lbf⋅ft
Support joint at the stub axle 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Support joint at the transverse control arm 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreFront axle suspension
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
Use screw-locking compound.
Third stage 15°
expand_moreTransverse control arm
First stage 90°
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 75°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreCentral nuts
First stage 95.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace locking pins.
Second stage slacken
Third stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Fourth stage 90°
expand_moreWheels and tires
Wheel attachment 81.13 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 Vectra Hatchback 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 Vectra Hatchback 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 Vectra Hatchback you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

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