1997 Opel Vectra Sedan B Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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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⋅ft
X18XE1 engine 14.75 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
Opel gasoline V6 2.5 L X 25 XE 168 HP at 6000 RPM, 227 N⋅m at 3200 RPM 14.75 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Upper section of intake manifold 5.9 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 1600 RPM
Lower section of intake manifold 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Upper section of intake manifold 5.9 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 16.23 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
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⋅ft
Without air-conditioning system 14.75 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
M8 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 1600 RPM
M10 30.98 lbf⋅ft
M8 16.96 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Air-conditioning compressor pressure line 24.34 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
M8 screws 17.7 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 25.81 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 1600 RPM 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L Y 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 1950 RPM 14.75 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 25.81 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 1600 RPM 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L Y 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 1950 RPM 25.81 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 28.03 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 15°
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreServo steering pump
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 SZR engines 14.75 lbf⋅ft
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 DT (TC4EE1) engines 29.5 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Vacuum pump 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCarburetion
expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe
All other modifications 5.9 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
All other modifications 22.13 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage hand-screwed
Replace screws.
Second stage 360°
expand_moreInjection pump
At the bracket 14.75 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 18.44 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
All other modifications 20.65 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreCharging
Turbo charger 22.13 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTL 80 HP at 4300 RPM, 185 N⋅m at 1800 RPM 14.75 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 1600 RPM 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L Y 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 1950 RPM 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 XEL 99 HP at 5800 RPM, 135 N⋅m at 3400 RPM 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XE 99 HP at 6000 RPM, 150 N⋅m at 3600 RPM 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Y 16 XE 99 HP at 6000 RPM, 150 N⋅m at 3600 RPM 5.9 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 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⋅ft
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
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⋅ft
Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 1600 RPM 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L Y 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 1950 RPM 11.06 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 5.9 lbf⋅ft
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.
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⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 1.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 90°
Fourth stage 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⋅ft
Use new screws. See figure 1.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 90°
Fourth stage 90°
Fifth stage 15°
expand_moreX18XE1 engine
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws See figure 1.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 90°
Fourth stage 90°
Fifth stage 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⋅ft
Use new screws. See figure 1.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 90°
Fourth stage 90°
Fifth stage 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⋅ft
Use new screws. See figure 1.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 60°
Fourth stage 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⋅ft
Second stage 90°
Replace screws. See figure 1.
Third stage 90°
Fourth stage 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.
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⋅ft
Use new screws See figure 2.
Second stage 65°
Third stage 65°
Fourth stage 65°
Fifth stage 65°
Sixth stage 15°
expand_moreScrews 11, 12, 13, and 14
Seventh stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Eighth stage 30°
Ninth stage 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.
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⋅ft
See figure 3.
Second stage 60–75°
Third stage 60–75°
expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 1600 RPM
expand_moreScrews 1-10
Figure 4. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 1600 RPM, Screws 1-10.
Figure 4. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 1600 RPM, Screws 1-10.
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws See figure 4.
Second stage 65°
Third stage 65°
Fourth stage 65°
Fifth stage 65°
Sixth stage 15°
expand_moreScrews 11, 12, 13, and 14
Seventh stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Eighth stage 30°
Ninth stage 5°
expand_moreOpel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 XEL 99 HP at 5800 RPM, 135 N⋅m at 3400 RPM
Figure 5. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 XEL 99 HP at 5800 RPM, 135 N⋅m at 3400 RPM.
Figure 5. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Opel 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⋅ft
Use new screws See figure 5.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 90°
Fourth stage 90°
Fifth stage 45°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws See figure 5.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 90°
Fourth stage 90°
Fifth stage 15°
expand_moreValve cover
All other modifications 5.9 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreX18XE1 engine
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 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⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 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⋅ft
Second stage 100°
Third stage 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⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 30°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 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⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 40–50°
expand_moreX18XE1 engine
First stage 70.07 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 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⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 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⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 40–50
expand_moreM16
First stage 184.39 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 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⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 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⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 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⋅ft
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⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 110.63 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 15°
Crankshaft pulley 14.75 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreX18XE1 engine
First stage 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 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⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 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⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 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⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 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⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 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⋅ft
Second stage 45–60°
expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 1600 RPM
First stage 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 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 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Clean the thread, use new screws and screw-locking compound.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 47.94 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. Use screw-locking compound.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 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⋅ft
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⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 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⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 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⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 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⋅ft
expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 1600 RPM
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 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⋅ft
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⋅ft
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⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
Inlet camshaft 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Outlet camshaft 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain guide rail
All other modifications 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain slip rail
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioner
All other modifications 44.25 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioning rail
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
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⋅ft
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⋅ft
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⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 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⋅ft
expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 1600 RPM
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 30°
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⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 15°
Control drive chain guide rail 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Control drive chain tensioner 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Control drive chain tensioning rail 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreDrive chain balance shaft tensioner
expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel
expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel
Timing case cover 14.75 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
Opel gasoline V6 2.5 L X 25 XE 168 HP at 6000 RPM, 227 N⋅m at 3200 RPM 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 SZR 74 HP at 5200 RPM, 128 N⋅m at 2800 RPM 2.95 lbf⋅ft
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 16 LZ2 74 HP at 5400 RPM, 120 N⋅m at 2800 RPM 2.95 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
All other modifications 4.43 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 16 LZ2 engines 18.44 lbf⋅ft
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 20 NEJ engines 18.44 lbf⋅ft
All Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 DT (TC4EE1) engines 14.01 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
With hexagon-head screws 33.19 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
With hexagon-head screws 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Opel gasoline V6 2.5 L X 25 XE 168 HP at 6000 RPM, 227 N⋅m at 3200 RPM 40.57 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
Without air-conditioning system 40.57 lbf⋅ft
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 16 LZ2 74 HP at 5400 RPM, 120 N⋅m at 2800 RPM 40.57 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 XEL 99 HP at 5800 RPM, 135 N⋅m at 3400 RPM 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XE 99 HP at 6000 RPM, 150 N⋅m at 3600 RPM 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Y 16 XE 99 HP at 6000 RPM, 150 N⋅m at 3600 RPM 33.19 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil filter
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 16 LZ2 engines 11.06 lbf⋅ft
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 20 NEJ engines 11.06 lbf⋅ft
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 SZR engines 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE engines
Oil filter cover 11.06 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
On the engine block 33.19 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
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⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
On the engine block 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Plastic cap 18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 1600 RPM
Metal cap 14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
On the engine block 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Plastic cap 18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
All other modifications 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil lines
At the turbocharger 14.75 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil pump
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XEL 114 HP 4.43 lbf⋅ft
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE1 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 3400 RPM 4.43 lbf⋅ft
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 3600 RPM 4.43 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
Second stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOn the engine block (M8)
First stage 8.85 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 5.9 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
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⋅ft
M8 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil sump lower part
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 30°
Otherwise 14.75 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
Oil sump lower part 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Oil sump top part 14.75 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
M8 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Otherwise 11.06 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
M8 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Otherwise 5.9 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
M8 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Otherwise 8.85 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
M8 14.75 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 14.75 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
Oil sump top part 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 1600 RPM
expand_moreAt the gearbox
M10 29.5 lbf⋅ft
M8 14.75 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 14.75 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
M8 14.75 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.
expand_moreAll other modifications
At the gearbox 29.5 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 7.38 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE engines
X18XE engine 4.43 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE1 engines
X18XE engine 4.43 lbf⋅ft
X18XE1 engine 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Use screw-locking compound.
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L X 20 XEV engines 4.43 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 5.9 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
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⋅ft
X18XE1 engine 5.9 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L C 20 SEL 134 HP at 5600 RPM, 185 N⋅m at 4000 RPM 4.43 lbf⋅ft
Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L X 20 XEV 134 HP at 5600 RPM, 185 N⋅m at 4000 RPM 4.43 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 5.9 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
All other modifications 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreKnock sensor
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L C 20 SEL engines 9.59 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 XEL engines
M10 9.59 lbf⋅ft
M8 14.75 lbf⋅ft
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE engines 9.59 lbf⋅ft
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE1 engines 9.59 lbf⋅ft
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L X 20 XEV engines 9.59 lbf⋅ft
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XEL engines 9.59 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreLambda sensor
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XEL 114 HP 40.57 lbf⋅ft
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE1 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 3400 RPM 40.57 lbf⋅ft
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 3600 RPM 40.57 lbf⋅ft
Opel gasoline V6 2.5 L X 25 XE 168 HP at 6000 RPM, 227 N⋅m at 3200 RPM 40.57 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Use heat-resistant grease.
expand_moreEngine mounting
Engine bracket 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 SZR engines
At the bracket 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAt the axle support
Front 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 XEL engines
At the gearbox 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Rear 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 DT (TC4EE1) engines
Nuts 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
On chassis 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
On the engine block 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreAll other modifications
At the gearbox 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Right 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Torque arm 44.25 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
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⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
X18XE1 engine 21.39 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
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⋅ft
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⋅ft
All other modifications 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreExhaust pipe
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 16 LZ2 engines 14.75 lbf⋅ft
All Opel gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 20 NEJ engines 14.75 lbf⋅ft
All Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 SZR engines 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFuel supply
Fuel filter bracket 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Fuel lines 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreIgnition system
expand_moreSpark plugs
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XEL 114 HP 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE1 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 3400 RPM 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 3600 RPM 44.25 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
Screws 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 16 LZ2 74 HP at 5400 RPM, 120 N⋅m at 2800 RPM 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTL 80 HP at 4300 RPM, 185 N⋅m at 1800 RPM 33.19 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 1600 RPM 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Opel diesel straight-4 2.0 L Y 20 DTH 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 1950 RPM 33.19 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 29.5 lbf⋅ft

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1997 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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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 Sedan 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 1997 Opel Vectra Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

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