expand_more1.4 with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 74 HP engine (2005.2–2010.11)
expand_moreCentral nuts
First stage
110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
45° detach
Third stage
184.39 lbf⋅ft184.39 lbf⋅ft250 N⋅m
expand_moreFront axle stabiliser mounting
1.4 with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 74 HP engine (2005.2–2010.11)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut
40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreSupport joint at the stub axle
1.4 with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 74 HP engine (2005.2–2010.11)
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreSupport joint at the transverse control arm
1.4 with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 74 HP engine (2005.2–2010.11)
25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreFront axle suspension
expand_more1.4 with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 74 HP engine (2005.2–2010.11)
First stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
45°45°45°
Third stage
15°15°15°
expand_moreTransverse control arm
expand_more1.4 with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 74 HP engine (2005.2–2010.11)
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_more1.4 with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 74 HP engine (2005.2–2010.11)
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_moreWheel bearing unit
First stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
30°30°30°
Third stage
15°15°15°
expand_moreWheels and tires
Tire pressure sensors
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
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 2008 Vauxhall Astra Sport Hatch 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 Sport Hatch 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 2008 Vauxhall Astra Sport Hatch you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
Vauxhall Astra Sport Hatch Fifth generation (MK5) model years