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Condition Value
expand_moreAir intake system
Intake manifold 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCooling system
Coolant pump 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Viscous fan clutch 36.88 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 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 30°
expand_moreCrankshaft central screws
First stage 95.88 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 4050°
Crankshaft pulley 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFlywheel
First stage 47.94 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 30°
Third stage 15°
First stage 47.94 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_moreAll other modifications
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
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 timing gear
All Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.8 L E 18 NVR engines 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 15°
Toothed belt guard 2.95 lbf⋅ft
Toothed belt tightener 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine lubrication
expand_moreOil drain plug
All Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.8 L E 18 NVR engines 40.57 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Oil filter housing 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil sump
All Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 18 NV engines 5.9 lbf⋅ft
All Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 18 SEH engines 5.9 lbf⋅ft
All Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 18 SV engines 5.9 lbf⋅ft
All Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.8 L E 18 NVR engines 11.06 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.
expand_moreEngine management
Knock sensor 9.59 lbf⋅ft
Lambda sensor 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust system
Exhaust manifold 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreIgnition system
Spark plugs 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 1987 Vauxhall Carlton Sedan 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 Carlton Sedan 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 1987 Vauxhall Carlton Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

Vauxhall Carlton Sedan Second generation (MK2) model years

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