2004 Opel Vectra Sedan front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake


Bleed valve	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Brake hose	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 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	169.64 lbf⋅ft169.64 lbf⋅ft230 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Front axle brake disc	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering

expand_moreSteering gear


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Use new screws and nuts.
Second stage	45°45°45°
Third stage	15°15°15°


Track rod end on stub axle	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Track rod end on track rod	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension


Shock-absorber piston rod	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreSuspension strut

expand_moreOn chassis

expand_moreTop


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreBottom on stub axle


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.

expand_moreSecond stage


First step	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Second step	75°75°75°
Third step	15°15°15°

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft


First stage	110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Replace protective caps.
Second stage	45° detach
Third stage	184.39 lbf⋅ft184.39 lbf⋅ft250 N⋅m


Front axle stabiliser mounting	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreSupport joint at the stub axle


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreTransverse control arm

expand_moreAt the subframe


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Second stage	75°75°75°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreLower front transverse control arm


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Second stage	75°75°75°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Second stage	75°75°75°
Third stage	15°15°15°


Stabilizer of front axle on axle	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m

expand_moreTrack control arm lower

expand_moreAt the axle support


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Second stage	75°75°75°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing

expand_moreWheel bearing unit


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreWheels and tires


Tire pressure sensors	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
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 2004 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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Service Intervals

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2004 Opel Vectra Sedan generations

In 2004 Opel offered 2 generations of the Vectra Sedan. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

C2

Epsilon Platform

2004 Opel Vectra Sedan C Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

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2004 Opel Vectra Sedan generations

C2

Opel Vectra Sedan C model years

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