2006 Vauxhall Astra TwinTop rear suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreRear axle brake


Brake drum	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle bleeder valve


With disc brake	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
With drum brake	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m


Rear axle brake caliper	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Rear axle brake caliper mounting support	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Use new screws with the screw- locking compound.
Rear axle brake disc	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle brake line


With disc brake	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
With drum brake	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m


Rear axle wheel brake cylinder	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle suspension

expand_moreRear axle shock absorber


Bottom	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Top	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing

expand_moreOn wheel carrier


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°

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 2006 Vauxhall Astra TwinTop 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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2006 Vauxhall Astra TwinTop Fifth generation (MK5) Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

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