Pivot arm with integral brake caliper mounting support
20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
Otherwise
20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
Front axle brake caliper mounting support
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.
expand_moreFront axle brake disc
Pivot arm with integral brake caliper mounting support
5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Otherwise
2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
expand_moreFront axle steering
expand_morePressure line at steering gear
expand_more1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 102 HP engine (2002.12–2005.5)
Manufacturer Delphi
20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
TRW
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
expand_moreReturn line to steering gear
expand_more1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 102 HP engine (2002.12–2005.5)
Manufacturer Delphi
20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
TRW
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
expand_moreSteering gear
First stage
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Second stage
45°45°45°
Third stage
15°15°15°
Track rod end on stub axle
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Track rod end on track rod
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
expand_moreTrack rod on steering gear
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 102 HP engine (2002.12–2005.5)
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
expand_moreFront axle suspension
expand_moreShock-absorber piston rod
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 102 HP engine (2002.12–2005.5)
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreSuspension strut
expand_more1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 102 HP engine (2002.12–2005.5)
First stage
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
expand_moreThird stage
First step
45°45°45°
Second step
15°15°15°
expand_moreWheel suspension
expand_moreFront axle drive shaft
expand_more1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 102 HP engine (2002.12–2005.5)
expand_moreCentral nuts
First stage
88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage
slacken
Third stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Fourth stage
80°80°80°
expand_moreFront axle stabiliser mounting
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 102 HP engine (2002.12–2005.5)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
expand_moreStabiliser mounting at suspension strut
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 102 HP engine (2002.12–2005.5)
47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreSupport joint at the stub axle
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 102 HP engine (2002.12–2005.5)
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreTransverse control arm
expand_more1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 102 HP engine (2002.12–2005.5)
First stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage
75°75°75°
Third stage
15°15°15°
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_more1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 102 HP engine (2002.12–2005.5)
expand_moreCentral nuts
First stage
88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Second stage
slacken
Third stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Fourth stage
80°80°80°
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Second stage
30°30°30°
Third stage
15°15°15°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage
88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Second stage
slacken
Third stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Fourth stage
80°80°80°
expand_moreWheels and tires
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 2004 Vauxhall Astra Hatchback 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.
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 Vauxhall Astra Hatchback 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 2004 Vauxhall Astra Hatchback you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2004 Vauxhall Astra Hatchback generations
In 2004 Vauxhall offered 2 generations of the Astra Hatchback. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.