Tighten new screws crosswise, use screw-locking compound.
expand_moreClutch slave cylinder
2.0 DI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 80 HP engine (1998.2–2004.7)
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
2.0 DI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 80 HP engine (1998.2–2004.7)
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
2.0 DTI 16V with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 1600 RPM engine (1998.2–2004.7)
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
2.0 DTI 16V with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 99 HP at 4300 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 1950 RPM engine (1998.2–2004.7)
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All other modifications
3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
expand_moreGear shifting
Back-up lamp switch
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
expand_moreGearbox lubrication
expand_moreGearbox oil drain plug
AF17 gearbox
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
AF 20 gearbox
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
AF 13-II gearbox
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
F23 gearbox
25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
expand_moreGearbox oil filler plug
expand_moreWith 5-speed gearbox
F23 gearbox
25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
expand_moreGearbox oil sump
F13 gearbox
13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
F17 gearbox
13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
expand_moreF18 gearbox
Sheet-steel sump
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
expand_moreWith light-alloy oil sump
First stage
13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Second stage
30°30°30°
expand_moreOil control plug
expand_moreF13 gearbox
First stage
2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Second stage
45–135°45–135°45–135°
expand_moreF17 gearbox
First stage
2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Second stage
45–135°45–135°45–135°
expand_moreF18 gearbox
First stage
2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Second stage
45–180°45–180°45–180°
F23 gearbox
25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1998 Vauxhall Astra Sedan 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 Sedan 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 1998 Vauxhall Astra Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
1998 Vauxhall Astra Sedan generations
In 1998 Vauxhall offered 2 generations of the Astra Sedan. Transmission fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.