expand_moreFront axle brake caliper mounting support
First stage
110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
45–60°45–60°45–60°
Front axle brake disc
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Wheel speed sensor
4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
expand_moreFront axle steering
expand_moreLower steering column joint
First stage
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage
180°180°180°
Steering column
16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Steering column joint upper
25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m
Use new screw.
expand_moreSteering gear
expand_moreAt the subframe
First stage
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
150–165°150–165°150–165°
Steering wheel
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreTrack rod end on stub axle
First stage
25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage
30–45°30–45°30–45°
expand_moreTrack rod end on track rod
Lock nuts
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Track rod on steering gear
77.44 lbf⋅ft77.44 lbf⋅ft105 N⋅m
expand_moreFront axle suspension
Shock-absorber piston rod
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
expand_moreSuspension strut
On chassis
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
60–70°60–70°60–70°
expand_moreWheel suspension
expand_moreFront axle drive shaft
expand_moreCentral nuts
First stage
110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage
45° detach
Third stage
184.39 lbf⋅ft184.39 lbf⋅ft250 N⋅m
expand_moreFront axle stabiliser mounting
First stage
16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
30°30°30°
Third stage
15°15°15°
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_moreStabilizer mounting at the subframe
First stage
16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Second stage
30–45°30–45°30–45°
expand_moreSupport joint at the stub axle
First stage
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
60–75°60–75°60–75°
expand_moreTransverse control arm
expand_moreAt the subframe
First stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
75–90°75–90°75–90°
expand_moreTo wishbone bearing
First stage
40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage
45°45°45°
Third stage
60°60°60°
expand_moreWishbone bearing
expand_moreAt the subframe
First stage
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
75–90°75–90°75–90°
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreWheel bearing unit
First stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
60°60°60°
Third stage
15°15°15°
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 2016 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 2016 Opel Zafira MPV you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2016 Opel Zafira MPV generations
In 2016 Opel offered 2 generations of the Zafira MPV. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.