1994 Opel Vectra Sedan front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake


Bleed valve	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Brake line	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle brake caliper


With handbrake caliper	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
With parking brake caliper	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle brake caliper mounting support


Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 DR 59 HP	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 SZ 70 HP, 128 N⋅m	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L E 16 NZ 74 HP	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L C 16 LZ2 74 HP	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L C 16 NZ2 74 HP	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L C 16 NZ 74 HP at 5200 RPM, 125 N⋅m at 3200 RPM	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 16 LZ2 74 HP at 5400 RPM, 120 N⋅m at 2800 RPM	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 DT (TC4EE1) 80 HP	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 DT (TC4EE1) 80 HP at 4400 RPM, 168 N⋅m at 2400 RPM	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
All other modifications	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m


Front axle brake disc	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel speed sensor


At the bracket	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering

expand_morePressure line at steering gear


Manufacturer ZF	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
Saginaw	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m

expand_moreReturn line to steering gear


Manufacturer ZF	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
Saginaw	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m


Steering gear	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Track rod end on stub axle	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Track rod end on track rod	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Track rod on steering gear	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension


Shock-absorber piston rod	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft

expand_moreCentral nuts


First stage	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Insert new locking pin.
Second stage	slacken
Third stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Fourth stage	80°80°80°


Front axle stabiliser mounting	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Stabiliser mounting at the axle control arm	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Keep pre-tensioning dimension 38 - 39 mm
Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Support joint at the stub axle	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Insert new locking pin.
Support joint at the transverse control arm	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.

expand_moreFront axle suspension


Front	84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Rear	125.39 lbf⋅ft125.39 lbf⋅ft170 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreLower front transverse control arm


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60–75°60–75°60–75°

expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	75–90°75–90°75–90°

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing

expand_moreCentral nuts


First stage	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Second stage	slacken
Third stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Fourth stage	80°80°80°

expand_moreWheels and tires


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 1994 Opel Vectra 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.

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