2007 Vauxhall Astra TwinTop rear suspension fastener tightening specifications

in your garage to make future searches easy.

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 2007 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.

Conquer your fears and never give up!

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 TwinTop 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 2007 Vauxhall Astra TwinTop you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2007 Vauxhall Astra TwinTop Fifth generation (MK5) Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

Table of Contents

Conquer your fears and never give up!

Vauxhall Astra TwinTop Fifth generation (MK5) model years

Suggest edit