2016 Opel Vivaro Bus engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system


Intake manifold	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies


Air-conditioning compressor	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Air-conditioning compressor pressure line	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Alternator	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Generator bracket	45.73 lbf⋅ft45.73 lbf⋅ft62 N⋅m
Hydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Servo steering pump	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Vacuum pump	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


Exhaust gas return cooler	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Exhaust gas return valve	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Exhaust recirculation pipe	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Fuel-distributing pipe	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
High-pressure line	17.7–20.65 lbf⋅ft17.7–20.65 lbf⋅ft24–28 N⋅m
High-pressure pump	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.
High-pressure pump drive wheel	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)


First stage	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreCharging


Charge air pipes	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbo charger

expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 1.6 L R9M 408 114 HP


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreHigh-pressure turbocharger


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreLow-pressure turbocharger


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbocharger bracket


Opel diesel straight-4 1.6 L R9M 408 114 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 1.6 L R9M 450 114 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 1.6 L R9M 408 89 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreLow-pressure side


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Second stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbocharger oil feed line


At the turbocharger	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbocharger oil return line


At the turbocharger	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system


Coolant pump	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Coolant pump pulley	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head


Camshaft bearing	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreOpel diesel straight-4 1.6 L R9M 450 123 HP


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	300°300°300°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Third stage	300°300°300°

expand_moreValve cover


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
See figure 1.
Second stage	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	110°110°110°


Crankcase ventilation	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	150°150°150°


Engine block closure screws	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreMain bearing


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Third stage	60–64°60–64°60–64°

expand_moreEngine control


Control drive chain guide rail	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Control drive chain tensioner	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	35°35°35°

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	40°40°40°


Timing case cover	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Use sealant.

expand_moreEngine lubrication


Oil cooler	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Oil drain plug	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreOil filter


Oil filter cover	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Slightly oil sealing lips.


Oil filter housing	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Oil pressure sensor	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Oil sump	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Charge air pressure sensor	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Crankshaft sensor	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust gas temperature sensor


Opel diesel straight-4 1.6 L R9M 450 118 HP	23.6 lbf⋅ft23.6 lbf⋅ft32 N⋅m
Opel diesel straight-4 1.6 L R9M 450 138 HP	23.6 lbf⋅ft23.6 lbf⋅ft32 N⋅m
All other modifications	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m


Glow plugs	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
Lambda sensor	32.45 lbf⋅ft32.45 lbf⋅ft44 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket


Right	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreAt the subframe


Left	45.73 lbf⋅ft45.73 lbf⋅ft62 N⋅m
Rear	77.44 lbf⋅ft77.44 lbf⋅ft105 N⋅m

expand_moreOn engine


Rear	206.52 lbf⋅ft206.52 lbf⋅ft280 N⋅m


Right	45.73 lbf⋅ft45.73 lbf⋅ft62 N⋅m

expand_moreTorque arm


At the subframe	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
On engine	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreTorque support bracket


At the subframe	206.52 lbf⋅ft206.52 lbf⋅ft280 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreCatalytic converter


Clamps	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Nuts	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m


Diesel particulate filter	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Differential pressure sensor lines	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust manifold


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m


Exhaust manifold heat shields	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe


Clamps	13.28–18.44 lbf⋅ft13.28–18.44 lbf⋅ft18–25 N⋅m


Exhaust pipe bracket	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
Exhaust pipe rear	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Particle filter bracket	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Particulate filter heat protection plate	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel supply


Fuel filter bracket	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Fuel filter housing	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system


Starter	32.45 lbf⋅ft32.45 lbf⋅ft44 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2016 Opel Vivaro Bus 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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2016 Opel Vivaro Bus B Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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