3.2 V6 with gasoline V6 3.2 L 208 HP engine (2003.10–)
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
expand_moreSteering wheel
3.2 V6 with gasoline V6 3.2 L 208 HP engine (2003.10–)
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
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
Track rod on steering gear
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 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 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.
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_moreFront axle suspension
expand_moreFront
First stage
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Second stage
120°120°120°
Third stage
15°15°15°
expand_morePlate support
expand_moreM10
First stage
40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
on chassis
Second stage
45°45°45°
Third stage
15°15°15°
expand_moreM12
First stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
on chassis
Second stage
45°45°45°
Third stage
15°15°15°
expand_moreRear
First stage
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
with sheet-metal bracket
Second stage
90°90°90°
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°
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 2006 Opel Vectra Wagon 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.
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 Wagon 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 2006 Opel Vectra Wagon you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.