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Condition Value
expand_moreRear axle brake
Brake drum 2.95 lbf⋅ft
Rear axle bleeder valve 4.43 lbf⋅ft
Rear axle brake caliper 59 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws with the screw- locking compound.
Rear axle brake disc 2.95 lbf⋅ft
Rear axle brake hose 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Rear axle wheel brake cylinder 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle suspension
expand_moreRear axle suspension strut
On chassis 40.57 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTrailing arm
First stage 110.63 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension
expand_moreRear axle carrier
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 60°
Third stage 15°
Rear axle stabilizer mounting 40.57 lbf⋅ft
Rear axle stabilizer support at the axle control arm 40.57 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle suspension
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreTrack control arm lower
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 15°
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 15°
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Important! Do not tighten the transverse control arm screws until the vehicle is on the ground.
Second stage 75°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreTrack control arm upper
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Important! Do not tighten the transverse control arm screws until the vehicle is on the ground.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreWheel bearing unit
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 15°
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 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.

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.

Opel Vectra Sedan B model years

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