2016 Vauxhall Ampera front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake


Bleed valve	12.54 lbf⋅ft12.54 lbf⋅ft17 N⋅m
Brake hose	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle brake caliper


Guide screws	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m


Front axle brake caliper mounting support	110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Front axle brake disc	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Wheel speed sensor	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering

expand_moreSteering gear


First stage	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	160°160°160°


Track rod end on stub axle	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreTrack rod end on track rod


Self-locking nuts	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m


Track rod on steering gear	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 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	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	65°65°65°

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle stabiliser mounting


First stage	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Second stage	40°40°40°


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_moreWheel bearing locking nuts


First stage	110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	loosen by 45°
Third stage	184.39 lbf⋅ft184.39 lbf⋅ft250 N⋅m

expand_moreTrack control arm lower


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	loosen 120°

expand_moreThird stage


First step	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Second step	35°35°35°


On chassis subframe	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing


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

expand_moreWheels and tires


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 Vauxhall Ampera 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 Vauxhall warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

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2016 Vauxhall Ampera First generation (MK1) Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

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