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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE1 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 3400 RPM


X18XE engine	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
X18XE1 engine	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 3600 RPM


X18XE engine	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m


Opel gasoline V6 2.5 L X 25 XE 168 HP at 6000 RPM, 227 N⋅m at 3200 RPM	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTL 80 HP at 4300 RPM, 185 N⋅m at 1800 RPM


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


Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 DT (TC4EE1) 80 HP at 4400 RPM, 168 N⋅m at 2400 RPM	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
All other modifications	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


Opel gasoline V6 2.5 L X 25 XE 168 HP at 6000 RPM, 227 N⋅m at 3200 RPM	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 SZR 74 HP at 5200 RPM, 128 N⋅m at 2800 RPM


With air-conditioning	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Without air-conditioning system	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTL 80 HP at 4300 RPM, 185 N⋅m at 1800 RPM


M10	30.98 lbf⋅ft30.98 lbf⋅ft42 N⋅m
M8	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m


All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor


All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


Air-conditioning compressor pressure line	24.34 lbf⋅ft24.34 lbf⋅ft33 N⋅m

expand_moreAlternator

expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 DT (TC4EE1) 80 HP at 4400 RPM, 168 N⋅m at 2400 RPM


M10 screws	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
M8 screws	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m


All other modifications	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreGenerator bracket


Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTL 80 HP at 4300 RPM, 185 N⋅m at 1800 RPM	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All other modifications	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreHydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump


Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTL 80 HP at 4300 RPM, 185 N⋅m at 1800 RPM	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
All other modifications	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m

expand_moreServo pump pulley

expand_moreOpel gasoline V6 2.5 L X 25 XE 168 HP at 6000 RPM, 227 N⋅m at 3200 RPM


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


All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreServo steering pump


All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 SZR engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 DT (TC4EE1) engines	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Vacuum pump	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion

expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe


All other modifications	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection hoses


Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 DT (TC4EE1) 80 HP at 4400 RPM, 168 N⋅m at 2400 RPM	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)


Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 DT (TC4EE1) 80 HP at 4400 RPM, 168 N⋅m at 2400 RPM	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreInjection pump


At the bracket	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
On the engine block	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection pump pulley


Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 DT (TC4EE1) 80 HP at 4400 RPM, 168 N⋅m at 2400 RPM	50.89 lbf⋅ft50.89 lbf⋅ft69 N⋅m
All other modifications	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreCharging


Turbo charger	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 SZR 74 HP at 5200 RPM, 128 N⋅m at 2800 RPM	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTL 80 HP at 4300 RPM, 185 N⋅m at 1800 RPM	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 DT (TC4EE1) 80 HP at 4400 RPM, 168 N⋅m at 2400 RPM	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 XEL 99 HP at 5800 RPM, 135 N⋅m at 3400 RPM	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XE 99 HP at 6000 RPM, 150 N⋅m at 3600 RPM	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Y 16 XE 99 HP at 6000 RPM, 150 N⋅m at 3600 RPM	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreCoolant pump pulley

expand_moreOpel gasoline V6 2.5 L X 25 XE 168 HP at 6000 RPM, 227 N⋅m at 3200 RPM


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


Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 DT (TC4EE1) 80 HP at 4400 RPM, 168 N⋅m at 2400 RPM	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing


Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTL 80 HP at 4300 RPM, 185 N⋅m at 1800 RPM	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 DT (TC4EE1) 80 HP at 4400 RPM, 168 N⋅m at 2400 RPM	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
All other modifications	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 20 NEJ 110 HP at 5400 RPM, 165 N⋅m at 2800 RPM

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 20 NEJ 110 HP at 5400 RPM, 165 N⋅m at 2800 RPM.


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 1.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE1 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 3400 RPM

expand_moreX18XE engine


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Use new screws. See figure 1.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°
Fifth stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreX18XE1 engine


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Use new screws See figure 1.
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 1.8 L X 18 XE 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 3600 RPM

expand_moreX18XE engine


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Use new screws. See figure 1.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°
Fifth stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 SZR 74 HP at 5200 RPM, 128 N⋅m at 2800 RPM


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Use new screws. See figure 1.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	60°60°60°
Fourth stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 16 LZ2 74 HP at 5400 RPM, 120 N⋅m at 2800 RPM


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

Second stage	90°90°90°
Replace screws. See figure 1.
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTL 80 HP at 4300 RPM, 185 N⋅m at 1800 RPM

expand_moreScrews 1-10

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTL 80 HP at 4300 RPM, 185 N⋅m at 1800 RPM, Screws 1-10.


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Use new screws See figure 2.
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_moreOpel diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 DT (TC4EE1) 80 HP at 4400 RPM, 168 N⋅m at 2400 RPM

Figure 3. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 DT (TC4EE1) 80 HP at 4400 RPM, 168 N⋅m at 2400 RPM.


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
See figure 3.
Second stage	60–75°60–75°60–75°
Third stage	60–75°60–75°60–75°

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 XEL 99 HP at 5800 RPM, 135 N⋅m at 3400 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_moreAll other modifications


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	15°15°15°

expand_moreValve cover


All other modifications	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreBalance shaft gear wheel

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE1 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 3400 RPM

expand_moreX18XE engine


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

expand_moreX18XE1 engine


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

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 SZR 74 HP at 5200 RPM, 128 N⋅m at 2800 RPM


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

expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 DT (TC4EE1) 80 HP at 4400 RPM, 168 N⋅m at 2400 RPM


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Second stage	100°100°100°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 XEL 99 HP at 5800 RPM, 135 N⋅m at 3400 RPM


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

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE1 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 3400 RPM

expand_moreX18XE engine


First stage	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	40–50°40–50°40–50°

expand_moreX18XE1 engine


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 1.8 L X 18 XE 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 3600 RPM

expand_moreX18XE engine


First stage	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	40–50°40–50°40–50°

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L X 20 XEV 134 HP at 5600 RPM, 185 N⋅m at 4000 RPM

expand_moreM12


First stage	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	40–50

expand_moreM16


First stage	184.39 lbf⋅ft184.39 lbf⋅ft250 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	40–50

expand_moreOpel gasoline V6 2.5 L X 25 XE 168 HP at 6000 RPM, 227 N⋅m at 3200 RPM


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 gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 SZR 74 HP at 5200 RPM, 128 N⋅m at 2800 RPM


First stage	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	45°45°45°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 16 LZ2 74 HP at 5400 RPM, 120 N⋅m at 2800 RPM


First stage	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	40–50°40–50°40–50°


Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 DT (TC4EE1) 80 HP at 4400 RPM, 168 N⋅m at 2400 RPM	144.56 lbf⋅ft144.56 lbf⋅ft196 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 XEL 99 HP at 5800 RPM, 135 N⋅m at 3400 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_moreAll other modifications


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°


Crankshaft pulley	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE1 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 3400 RPM

expand_moreX18XE engine


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

expand_moreX18XE1 engine


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

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 3600 RPM

expand_moreX18XE engine


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

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 SZR 74 HP at 5200 RPM, 128 N⋅m at 2800 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 1.6 L 16 LZ2 74 HP at 5400 RPM, 120 N⋅m at 2800 RPM


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTL 80 HP at 4300 RPM, 185 N⋅m at 1800 RPM


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

expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 DT (TC4EE1) 80 HP at 4400 RPM, 168 N⋅m at 2400 RPM


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	45–60°45–60°45–60°

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 XEL 99 HP at 5800 RPM, 135 N⋅m at 3400 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°

expand_moreAll other modifications


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_moreFlywheel cover


1.6 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 74 HP at 5200 RPM, 128 N⋅m at 2800 RPM engine (1995.10–2002.4)	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreOpel gasoline V6 2.5 L X 25 XE 168 HP at 6000 RPM, 227 N⋅m at 3200 RPM


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

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 SZR 74 HP at 5200 RPM, 128 N⋅m at 2800 RPM


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

expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTL 80 HP at 4300 RPM, 185 N⋅m at 1800 RPM


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


Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 DT (TC4EE1) 80 HP at 4400 RPM, 168 N⋅m at 2400 RPM	64.91 lbf⋅ft64.91 lbf⋅ft88 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


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_moreVibration damper


1.8 i 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 3600 RPM engine (1995.10–2000.9)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreBalance shaft timing chain guide rail

expand_moreBalance shaft timing chain tension rail

expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley


Opel gasoline V6 2.5 L X 25 XE 168 HP at 6000 RPM, 227 N⋅m at 3200 RPM	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 DT (TC4EE1) 80 HP at 4400 RPM, 168 N⋅m at 2400 RPM	56.05 lbf⋅ft56.05 lbf⋅ft76 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain guide rail


All other modifications	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain slip rail

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioner


All other modifications	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioning rail


All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 20 NEJ 110 HP at 5400 RPM, 165 N⋅m at 2800 RPM	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 SZR 74 HP at 5200 RPM, 128 N⋅m at 2800 RPM	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 16 LZ2 74 HP at 5400 RPM, 120 N⋅m at 2800 RPM	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTL 80 HP at 4300 RPM, 185 N⋅m at 1800 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 1.7 L X 17 DT (TC4EE1) 80 HP at 4400 RPM, 168 N⋅m at 2400 RPM	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 XEL 99 HP at 5800 RPM, 135 N⋅m at 3400 RPM


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

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°


Control drive chain guide rail	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Control drive chain tensioner	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Control drive chain tensioning rail	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreDrive chain balance shaft tensioner

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel


Timing case cover	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt guard


Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 20 NEJ 110 HP at 5400 RPM, 165 N⋅m at 2800 RPM	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Opel gasoline V6 2.5 L X 25 XE 168 HP at 6000 RPM, 227 N⋅m at 3200 RPM	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 SZR 74 HP at 5200 RPM, 128 N⋅m at 2800 RPM	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 16 LZ2 74 HP at 5400 RPM, 120 N⋅m at 2800 RPM	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 DT (TC4EE1) 80 HP at 4400 RPM, 168 N⋅m at 2400 RPM	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All other modifications	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller


All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 16 LZ2 engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 20 NEJ engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 DT (TC4EE1) engines	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tightener

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil drain plug

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE1 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 3400 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

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L X 20 XEV 134 HP at 5600 RPM, 185 N⋅m at 4000 RPM


Torx screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
With hexagon-head screws	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m


Opel gasoline V6 2.5 L X 25 XE 168 HP at 6000 RPM, 227 N⋅m at 3200 RPM	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 SZR 74 HP at 5200 RPM, 128 N⋅m at 2800 RPM


With air-conditioning	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Without air-conditioning system	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m


Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 16 LZ2 74 HP at 5400 RPM, 120 N⋅m at 2800 RPM	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 DT (TC4EE1) 80 HP at 4400 RPM, 168 N⋅m at 2400 RPM	57.53 lbf⋅ft57.53 lbf⋅ft78 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 XEL 99 HP at 5800 RPM, 135 N⋅m at 3400 RPM	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	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Y 16 XE 99 HP at 6000 RPM, 150 N⋅m at 3600 RPM	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreOil filter


All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 16 LZ2 engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 20 NEJ engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 SZR engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

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


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

expand_moreOil filter housing

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE1 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 3400 RPM


Cap	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
On the engine block	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 3600 RPM


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

expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTL 80 HP at 4300 RPM, 185 N⋅m at 1800 RPM


Metal cap	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
On the engine block	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Plastic cap	18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft25–30 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.


All other modifications	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreOil lines


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

expand_moreOil pump


Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XEL 114 HP	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE1 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 3400 RPM	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 3600 RPM	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel gasoline V6 2.5 L X 25 XE 168 HP at 6000 RPM, 227 N⋅m at 3200 RPM

expand_moreOn the engine block (M6)


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Second stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreOn the engine block (M8)


First stage	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Second stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


All other modifications	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump chain wheel


1.7 TD with diesel straight-4 1.7 L 80 HP at 4400 RPM, 168 N⋅m at 2400 RPM engine (1995.10–1998.12)	32.45 lbf⋅ft32.45 lbf⋅ft44 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 20 NEJ 110 HP at 5400 RPM, 165 N⋅m at 2800 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

expand_moreOil sump lower part


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


Otherwise	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L X 20 XEV 134 HP at 5600 RPM, 185 N⋅m at 4000 RPM


At the gearbox	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Oil sump lower part	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Oil sump top part	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreOpel gasoline V6 2.5 L X 25 XE 168 HP at 6000 RPM, 227 N⋅m at 3200 RPM

expand_moreOn gearbox case


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


Otherwise	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 SZR 74 HP at 5200 RPM, 128 N⋅m at 2800 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


Otherwise	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 16 LZ2 74 HP at 5400 RPM, 120 N⋅m at 2800 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


Otherwise	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTL 80 HP at 4300 RPM, 185 N⋅m at 1800 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 1.7 L X 17 DT (TC4EE1) 80 HP at 4400 RPM, 168 N⋅m at 2400 RPM


Oil sump lower part	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Oil sump top part	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 XEL 99 HP at 5800 RPM, 135 N⋅m at 3400 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	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreAll other modifications


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_moreEngine management

expand_moreCamshaft sensor


All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L C 20 SEL engines	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m

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


X18XE engine	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE1 engines


X18XE engine	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
X18XE1 engine	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.


All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L X 20 XEV engines	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
All other modifications	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft sensor


Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 20 NEJ 110 HP at 5400 RPM, 165 N⋅m at 2800 RPM	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE1 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 3400 RPM


X18XE engine	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
X18XE1 engine	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 3600 RPM


X18XE engine	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m


Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L C 20 SEL 134 HP at 5600 RPM, 185 N⋅m at 4000 RPM	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L X 20 XEV 134 HP at 5600 RPM, 185 N⋅m at 4000 RPM	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
All other modifications	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreGlow plugs


Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 DT (TC4EE1) 80 HP at 4400 RPM, 168 N⋅m at 2400 RPM	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreKnock sensor


All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L C 20 SEL engines	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 XEL engines


M10	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE engines	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE1 engines	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L X 20 XEV engines	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XEL engines	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreLambda sensor


Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XEL 114 HP	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE1 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 3400 RPM	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 3600 RPM	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Opel gasoline V6 2.5 L X 25 XE 168 HP at 6000 RPM, 227 N⋅m at 3200 RPM	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
All other modifications	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Use heat-resistant grease.

expand_moreEngine mounting


Engine bracket	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 SZR engines


At the bracket	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreAt the axle support


Front	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 XEL engines


At the gearbox	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Rear	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 DT (TC4EE1) engines


Nuts	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace screws.
On chassis	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace screws.
On the engine block	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreAll other modifications


At the gearbox	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Right	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m


Torque arm	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreTorque support bracket


1.8 i 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 3600 RPM engine (1995.10–2000.9)	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreExhaust manifold

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE1 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 3400 RPM


X18XE engine	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
X18XE1 engine	21.39 lbf⋅ft21.39 lbf⋅ft29 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 3600 RPM


X18XE engine	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.


Opel gasoline V6 2.5 L X 25 XE 168 HP at 6000 RPM, 227 N⋅m at 3200 RPM	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 DT (TC4EE1) 80 HP at 4400 RPM, 168 N⋅m at 2400 RPM	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
All other modifications	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.

expand_moreExhaust pipe


All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 16 LZ2 engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 20 NEJ engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 SZR engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel supply


Fuel filter bracket	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Fuel lines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system

expand_moreSpark plugs


All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter


Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 20 NEJ 110 HP at 5400 RPM, 165 N⋅m at 2800 RPM	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XEL 114 HP	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE1 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 3400 RPM	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 3600 RPM	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 SZR 74 HP at 5200 RPM, 128 N⋅m at 2800 RPM


Nuts	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Screws	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 16 LZ2 74 HP at 5400 RPM, 120 N⋅m at 2800 RPM	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTL 80 HP at 4300 RPM, 185 N⋅m at 1800 RPM	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 DT (TC4EE1) 80 HP at 4400 RPM, 168 N⋅m at 2400 RPM	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 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 1996 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.

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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1996 Opel Vectra Sedan B Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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