2009 Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreIntake manifold support


All other modifications	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


All other modifications	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m


Air-conditioning compressor	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor bracket


All other modifications	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor pressure line


All other modifications	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreAlternator


All other modifications	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m


Alternator pulley	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_moreGenerator bracket

expand_moreAll other modifications


M10	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
M14	50.15 lbf⋅ft50.15 lbf⋅ft68 N⋅m


Power steering pump bracket	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreHydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump

expand_moreAll other modifications


Banjo screws	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m


Servo steering pump	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreVacuum pump


All other modifications	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


Exhaust gas return cooler	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Exhaust recirculation pipe	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe


All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure line


All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump


All other modifications	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump pulley


All other modifications	50.89 lbf⋅ft50.89 lbf⋅ft69 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Second stage	Loosen screw(s).
Third stage	23.6 lbf⋅ft23.6 lbf⋅ft32 N⋅m

expand_moreCharging


Charge air pipes	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbo charger

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
Second stage	35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbocharger coolant feed line


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbocharger oil feed line

expand_moreAll other modifications


Banjo screws	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbocharger oil return line


All other modifications	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system


Coolant drain plug	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreCoolant pump


All other modifications	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreCoolant pump pulley


All other modifications	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m


Fan wheel	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreValve cover


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Note correct order of tensioning.

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


All other modifications	144.56 lbf⋅ft144.56 lbf⋅ft196 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley


All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°


Vibration damper	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft adjuster


Camshaft adjuster valve	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley


All other modifications	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear

expand_moreAll other modifications


M12	81.87 lbf⋅ft81.87 lbf⋅ft111 N⋅m

expand_moreControl drive chain guide rail

expand_moreAll other modifications


Bottom	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Top	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreControl drive chain tensioning rail


All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


Control drive sprocket wheel	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreOil pump drive chain tensioner


Bottom	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Top	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreToothed belt guard


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt guard at the bottom


All other modifications	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt guard at the top


All other modifications	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller


All other modifications	36.14 lbf⋅ft36.14 lbf⋅ft49 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil cooler


All other modifications	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreOil drain plug


All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.


Oil filter	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pressure sensor


All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump chain wheel

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Second stage	Wait 60 seconds.
Third stage	Unscrew nut(s).
Fourth stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management

expand_moreCamshaft sensor


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreCrankshaft sensor


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


Exhaust gas temperature sensor	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreGlow plugs


All other modifications	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m

expand_moreKnock sensor


All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreLambda sensor


All other modifications	30.98 lbf⋅ft30.98 lbf⋅ft42 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket


All other modifications	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreAll other modifications


On chassis	45.73 lbf⋅ft45.73 lbf⋅ft62 N⋅m

expand_moreOn engine bracket


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60–70°60–70°60–70°


Subframe	118.01 lbf⋅ft118.01 lbf⋅ft160 N⋅m
Subframe stiffening plate	118.01 lbf⋅ft118.01 lbf⋅ft160 N⋅m

expand_moreTorque arm

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreAt the subframe


Front	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Rear	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m

expand_moreAt the gearbox


Front	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreOnto torque support bracket


Rear	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreTorque support bracket

expand_moreAll other modifications


At the gearbox	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreCatalytic converter


All other modifications	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreCatalytic converter bracket


All other modifications	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust manifold heat shields


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe

expand_moreAll other modifications


Front	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel supply

expand_moreFuel filter housing


Plastic cap	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system


Spark plugs	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter


All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2009 Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer 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.

Maintenance Items

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2009 Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer Sixth generation (MK6) Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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