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Condition Value
expand_moreFront axle brake
Bleed valve 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreBrake hose
expand_moreAll other modifications
At the brake caliper 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
Brake line 10.33 lbf⋅ft
Front axle brake caliper 20.65 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFront axle brake caliper mounting support
All other modifications 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.
Front axle brake disc 5.16 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFront axle steering
expand_morePressure line at steering gear
Manufacturer ZF 11.8 lbf⋅ft
TRW 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreReturn line to steering gear
Manufacturer ZF 11.8 lbf⋅ft
TRW 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreSteering gear
expand_moreAt the axle support
First stage 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws and nuts.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreTrack rod end on stub axle
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreTrack rod end on track rod
Lock nuts 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Track rod on steering gear 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Use screw-locking compound.
expand_moreFront axle suspension
Shock-absorber piston rod 59 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreSuspension strut
On chassis 40.57 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage 62.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 75°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreWheel suspension
expand_moreFront axle drive shaft
First stage 110.63 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Second stage 45° detach
Third stage 184.39 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFront axle stabiliser mounting
Retaining clamp 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser 40.57 lbf⋅ft
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut 40.57 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Support joint at the stub axle 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Support joint at the transverse control arm 25.81 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFront axle suspension
expand_moreOn chassis
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreTrack control arm lower
expand_moreAt the axle support
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 75°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreWheels and tires
Tire pressure sensors 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Wheel attachment 81.13 lbf⋅ft

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2005 Vauxhall Astra Van 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 Van 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 2005 Vauxhall Astra Van you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2005 Vauxhall Astra Van generations

In 2005 Vauxhall offered 2 generations of the Astra Van. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

Vauxhall Astra Van Fifth generation (MK5) model years

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