1996 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 hose	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
Brake line	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
Front axle brake caliper	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Front axle brake caliper mounting support	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreFront axle brake disc


M10	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
M6	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m


Wheel speed sensor	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering


Pressure line at steering gear	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Return line to steering gear	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Steering gear	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Track rod end on stub axle	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Track rod end on track rod	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension


Shock-absorber piston rod	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreSuspension strut

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

expand_moreOn stub axle


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Third stage	45°45°45°
Fourth 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

expand_moreOn stub axle


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Third stage	45°45°45°
Fourth stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreAll other modifications


On chassis	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 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	90°90°90°


Front axle stabiliser mounting	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Support joint at the stub axle	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Support joint at the transverse control arm	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.

expand_moreFront axle suspension

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


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°
Use screw-locking compound.
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreTransverse control arm


First stage	90°90°90°
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	75°75°75°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreTrack control arm lower

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing

expand_moreCentral nuts


First stage	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Replace locking pins.
Second stage	slacken
Third stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

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 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.

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1996 Opel Vectra Sedan B Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

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