in your garage to make future searches easy.

Condition Value
expand_moreAir intake system
Intake manifold 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies
expand_moreAlternator
M10 screws 35.4 lbf⋅ft
M8 screws 17.7 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCarburetion
expand_moreInjection pump pulley
1.7 D with diesel straight-4 1.7 L 56 HP engine (1989.2–1991.8) 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCooling system
expand_moreCoolant pump
All Vauxhall diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D engines 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
M6 5.9 lbf⋅ft
M8 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCylinder head
Camshaft bearing 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Valve cover 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine block
expand_moreConnecting rod bearing
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 30°
First stage 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreCrankshaft central screws
expand_more1.7 D with diesel straight-4 1.7 L 56 HP engine (1989.2–1991.8)
First stage 95.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 40-50
expand_moreCrankshaft pulley
Screw with thread length 23 mm 40.57 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreScrew with thread length 30 mm
First stage 40.57 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 15°
Screw with thread length 23 mm 40.57 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreScrew with thread length 30 mm
First stage 40.57 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 15°
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFlywheel
First stage 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 30°
Third stage 15°
First stage 47.94 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreMain bearing
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreEngine control
expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley
1.7 D with diesel straight-4 1.7 L 56 HP engine (1989.2–1991.8) 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCamshaft timing gear
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 15°
First stage 55.32 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 5°
Toothed belt guard 2.95 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreToothed belt guard at the bottom
1.7 D with diesel straight-4 1.7 L 56 HP engine (1989.2–1991.8) 2.95 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreToothed belt guard at the top
1.7 D with diesel straight-4 1.7 L 56 HP engine (1989.2–1991.8) 2.95 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller
All Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 14 NV engines 14.75 lbf⋅ft
All Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 16 SV engines 14.75 lbf⋅ft
All Vauxhall diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D engines 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine lubrication
expand_moreOil drain plug
All Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 14 NV engines 33.19 lbf⋅ft
One-part sump 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Two-part oil sump 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil filter housing
1.7 D with diesel straight-4 1.7 L 56 HP engine (1989.2–1991.8) 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil sump
All Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 14 NV engines 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.
expand_moreOil sump lower part
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 30°
expand_moreOil sump top part
At the gearbox 29.5 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 14.75 lbf⋅ft
One-part sump 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.
expand_moreEngine management
expand_moreGlow plugs
1.7 D with diesel straight-4 1.7 L 56 HP engine (1989.2–1991.8) 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreKnock sensor
1.4 S with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 74 HP engine (1989.1–1991.8) 9.59 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreLambda sensor
1.4 S with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 74 HP engine (1989.1–1991.8) 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust system
Exhaust manifold 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreIgnition system
expand_moreSpark plugs
1.4 S with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 74 HP engine (1989.1–1991.8) 18.44 lbf⋅ft

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1989 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.

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 Wagon 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 1989 Vauxhall Astra Wagon you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

1989 Vauxhall Astra Wagon generations

In 1989 Vauxhall offered 2 generations of the Astra Wagon. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

Vauxhall Astra Wagon Second generation facelift (MK2) model years

Units:
facebook twitter reddit linkedin messenger whatsapp telegram skype email chat