2010 Vauxhall Astra Wagon engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley


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

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner

expand_moreAll Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 LEL engines


With air-conditioning	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Without air-conditioning system	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m


All other modifications	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.


Air-conditioning compressor	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


High-pressure pump pulley	50.89 lbf⋅ft50.89 lbf⋅ft69 N⋅m

expand_moreCharging

expand_moreTurbocharger oil feed line

expand_moreAll Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 LEL engines

expand_moreAt the turbocharger


Banjo screws	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
Support	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m

expand_moreOn the engine block


Support	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m


Union nuts	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbocharger oil return line

expand_moreAll Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 LEL engines


At the turbocharger	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
On the engine block	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreCooling system


Coolant pump pulley	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws

expand_moreAll Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 LEL engines


First stage	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	40–50°40–50°40–50°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	45°45°45°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley


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

expand_moreFlywheel

expand_moreAll Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.4 L Z 14 XEL engines


First stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Clean the thread, use new screws and screw-locking compound.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreAll Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 LEL engines


First stage	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace screws. Use screw-locking compound.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Retap thread in holes and use new screws.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°


Vibration damper	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley

expand_moreAll Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 LEL engines


Exhaust side	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Intake-side	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


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

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreToothed belt guard


All Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.8 L A 18 XER engines	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
All Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XER engines	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
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 Vauxhall diesel straight-4 1.7 L A 17 DTR engines	36.14 lbf⋅ft36.14 lbf⋅ft49 N⋅m
All Vauxhall diesel straight-4 1.7 L Z 17 DTR engines	36.14 lbf⋅ft36.14 lbf⋅ft49 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil drain plug


All Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 LEL engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreEngine management

expand_moreCamshaft sensor


All Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 LEL engines	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
All Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 LER engines	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket


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

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreAll Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 LEL engines


On chassis	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace screws.
On engine bracket	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreAll other modifications


On chassis	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
On engine bracket	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m


Engine suspension	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system


Catalytic converter bracket	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust manifold

expand_moreAll Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 2.0 L Z 20 LEL engines


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Note correct order of tensioning.
Second stage	Wait 5 minutes.
Replace the nuts and use fitting paste
Third stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2010 Vauxhall Astra Wagon 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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