1997 Vauxhall Brava First generation facelift (MK1) Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
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Condition | Value |
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2.5 TD (TFR54) with diesel straight-4 2.5 L 75 HP at 3800 RPM, 160 N⋅m at 2100 RPM engine (1994.7–2002.12) | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
2.5 TD 4x4 (TFS54) with diesel straight-4 2.5 L 75 HP at 3800 RPM, 160 N⋅m at 2100 RPM engine (1994.7–2002.12) | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
All other modifications | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
Auxiliary drive belt tensioner | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
All other modifications | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
First stage | 36.14 lbf⋅ft |
Replace screws. See figure 1. | |
Second stage | 60–75° |
Third stage | 60–75° |
Valve cover | 9.59 lbf⋅ft |
Connecting rod bearing | 61.22 lbf⋅ft |
Crankshaft central screws | 151.94 lbf⋅ft |
Central screws | 87.03 lbf⋅ft |
Main bearing | 123.17 lbf⋅ft |
Central screws | 151.94 lbf⋅ft |
Replace screws. | |
Otherwise | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
Camshaft timing gear | 47.2 lbf⋅ft |
Toothed belt guard | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
All other modifications | 56.05 lbf⋅ft |
2.5 TD (TFR54) with diesel straight-4 2.5 L 75 HP at 3800 RPM, 160 N⋅m at 2100 RPM engine (1994.7–2002.12) | 19.18 lbf⋅ft |
2.5 TD 4x4 (TFS54) with diesel straight-4 2.5 L 75 HP at 3800 RPM, 160 N⋅m at 2100 RPM engine (1994.7–2002.12) | 19.18 lbf⋅ft |
All other modifications | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1997 Vauxhall Brava 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.
Table of Contents
- Air Conditioning Compressor Oil Capacity
- Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity
- Axle Oil Capacity
- Brake Fluid Capacity
- Engine Oil Capacity
- Fluid and Lubricant Specifications
- Gearbox Oil Capacity
- Manual Transmission Oil Capacity
- Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
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1997 Vauxhall Brava generations
In 1997 Vauxhall offered 2 generations of the Brava. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.