expand_moreFront axle brake caliper mounting support
All other modifications
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.
Front axle brake disc
5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
expand_moreFront axle steering
expand_morePressure line at steering gear
Manufacturer ZF
11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
TRW
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
expand_moreReturn line to steering gear
Manufacturer ZF
11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
TRW
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
expand_moreSteering gear
expand_moreAt the axle support
First stage
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Use new screws and nuts.
Second stage
45°45°45°
Third stage
15°15°15°
expand_moreTrack rod end on stub axle
First stage
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
Third stage
15°15°15°
expand_moreTrack rod end on track rod
Lock nuts
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Track rod on steering gear
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
expand_moreFront axle suspension
Shock-absorber piston rod
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreSuspension strut
On chassis
40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage
62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
75°75°75°
Third stage
15°15°15°
expand_moreWheel suspension
expand_moreFront axle drive shaft
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_moreFront axle stabiliser mounting
Retaining clamp
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser
40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut
40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Support joint at the stub axle
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Support joint at the transverse control arm
25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
expand_moreFront axle suspension
expand_moreOn chassis
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_moreTrack control arm lower
expand_moreAt the axle support
First stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
75°75°75°
Third stage
15°15°15°
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
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 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.
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 2008 Vauxhall Astra Van you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
Vauxhall Astra Van Fifth generation (MK5) model years