expand_moreRear axle brake caliper mounting support
First stage
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
60–75°60–75°60–75°
Rear axle brake disc
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Rear axle brake hose
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
Rear axle brake line
13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Rear axle wheel speed sensor
4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle suspension
expand_moreRear axle shock absorber
On chassis
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
expand_moreOn rear axle
First stage
110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage
65°65°65°
Rear axle shock absorber piston rod
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension
expand_moreCombined steering axle
expand_moreAt the bearing pedestal
First stage
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
120°120°120°
expand_moreRear axle carrier
expand_moreOn chassis
First stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
45°45°45°
expand_moreWatt's linkage
On rear axle
118.01 lbf⋅ft118.01 lbf⋅ft160 N⋅m
expand_moreOn reversing lever
First stage
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage
60°60°60°
expand_moreWatt's linkage cross support
On chassis
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
expand_moreWatt's linkage reversing lever
expand_moreAt the crossmember
First stage
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
120–135°120–135°120–135°
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreWheel bearing unit
First stage
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
40°40°40°
expand_moreWheels and tires
Tire pressure sensors
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Wheel attachment
103.26 lbf⋅ft103.26 lbf⋅ft140 N⋅m
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2012 Opel Zafira MPV 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 Zafira MPV 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 2012 Opel Zafira MPV you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2012 Opel Zafira MPV generations
In 2012 Opel offered 2 generations of the Zafira MPV. Rear suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.