1997 Vauxhall Corsa Hatchback engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.6 L C 16 XE 107 HP	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreVauxhall diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D (4EE1) 59 HP


17 D (4EE1) engine	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
X17D (4EE1) engine	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.4 L X 14 XE 89 HP at 6000 RPM, 125 N⋅m at 4000 RPM	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All other modifications	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.6 L C 16 XE 105 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 XE 105 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.6 L C 16 XE 107 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreVauxhall diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D (4EE1) 59 HP


Alternator	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
On the engine block	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.4 L X 14 XE 89 HP at 6000 RPM, 125 N⋅m at 4000 RPM	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


Alternator	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
On the engine block	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


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

expand_moreAlternator

expand_moreAll Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.2 L C 12 NZ engines


M10 screws	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M8 screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.4 L C 14 SE engines


M10	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M8	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


At the bracket	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreGenerator bracket


Alternator	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
On the engine block	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


Injection hoses	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Injection nozzle (injector)	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Injection pump pulley	47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system


Coolant pump	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

expand_moreVauxhall diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D (4EE1) 59 HP


17 D (4EE1) engine	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
X17D (4EE1) engine	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


All other modifications	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreVauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.6 L C 16 XE 107 HP

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.6 L C 16 XE 107 HP.


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 1.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°
Fifth stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreVauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.2 L C 12 NZ 44 HP at 5000 RPM, 88 N⋅m at 2400 RPM


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 1.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	60°60°60°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreVauxhall diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D (4EE1) 59 HP

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Vauxhall diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D (4EE1) 59 HP.


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 2.
Second stage	60–75°60–75°60–75°
Third stage	60–75°60–75°60–75°

expand_moreVauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.4 L X 14 XE 89 HP at 6000 RPM, 125 N⋅m at 4000 RPM

Figure 3. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.4 L X 14 XE 89 HP at 6000 RPM, 125 N⋅m at 4000 RPM.


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 3.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°
Fifth stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 3.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	60°60°60°
Fourth stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreValve cover


Vauxhall diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D (4EE1) 59 HP	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Vauxhall diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 D (4EE1) 59 HP at 4400 RPM, 112 N⋅m at 2650 RPM	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All other modifications	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreAll Vauxhall diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D (4EE1) engines


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	100°100°100°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreAll Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.2 L C 12 NZ engines


Screw with thread length 15 mm	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreScrew with thread length 40 mm


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	30°30°30°

expand_moreAll Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.4 L C 14 NZ engines


15 mm screws	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_more40 mm screws


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	30°30°30°

expand_moreAll Vauxhall gasoline straight-3 973 cc X 10 XE engines


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	30°30°30°

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


All Vauxhall diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D (4EE1) engines	98.1–118.75 lbf⋅ft98.1–118.75 lbf⋅ft133–161 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Vauxhall gasoline straight-3 973 cc X 10 XE engines


First stage	110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°


All Vauxhall diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 D (4EE1) engines	98.1–118.75 lbf⋅ft98.1–118.75 lbf⋅ft133–161 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley


All Vauxhall diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D (4EE1) engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Vauxhall gasoline straight-3 973 cc X 10 XE engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Vauxhall diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 D (4EE1) engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel

expand_moreVauxhall gasoline straight-3 973 cc X 10 XE 54 HP


First stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	30°30°30°

expand_moreVauxhall diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D (4EE1) 59 HP

expand_more17 D (4EE1) engine


First stage	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreX17D (4EE1) engine


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	45–60°45–60°45–60°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Clean thread and use new screws.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°


Flywheel cover	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m

expand_moreMain bearing


All Vauxhall diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D (4EE1) engines	64.91 lbf⋅ft64.91 lbf⋅ft88 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Vauxhall gasoline straight-3 973 cc X 10 XE engines

expand_moreM6


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreM8


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°


All Vauxhall diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 D (4EE1) engines	64.91 lbf⋅ft64.91 lbf⋅ft88 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°
Third stage	15°15°15°


Vibration damper	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley

expand_moreVauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 XE 105 HP


Inlet camshaft	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Outlet camshaft	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreVauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.6 L C 16 XE 107 HP


Inlet camshaft	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Outlet camshaft	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.4 L X 14 XE 89 HP at 6000 RPM, 125 N⋅m at 4000 RPM	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear

expand_moreVauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.6 L C 16 XE 107 HP


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

expand_moreVauxhall gasoline straight-3 973 cc X 10 XE 54 HP


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


Vauxhall diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D (4EE1) 59 HP	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
Vauxhall diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 D (4EE1) 59 HP at 4400 RPM, 112 N⋅m at 2650 RPM	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m

expand_moreVauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.4 L X 14 XE 89 HP at 6000 RPM, 125 N⋅m at 4000 RPM


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


All other modifications	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreChain tensioner

expand_moreAll Vauxhall gasoline straight-3 973 cc X 10 XE engines


Cap	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Chain tensioner	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt guard


All Vauxhall diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D (4EE1) engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Vauxhall diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 D (4EE1) engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All other modifications	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m


Toothed belt guard at the bottom	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Toothed belt guard at the top	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller


All Vauxhall diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D (4EE1) engines	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
All Vauxhall diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 D (4EE1) engines	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


Toothed belt tightener	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil drain plug


Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 XE 105 HP	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.6 L C 16 XE 105 HP	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Vauxhall gasoline straight-3 973 cc X 10 XE 54 HP	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreVauxhall diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D (4EE1) 59 HP

expand_more17 D (4EE1) engine


One-part sump	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Two-part oil sump	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


X17D (4EE1) engine	57.53 lbf⋅ft57.53 lbf⋅ft78 N⋅m


Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.4 L C 14 SE 80 HP at 5800 RPM, 114 N⋅m at 3400 RPM	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.4 L X 14 XE 89 HP at 6000 RPM, 125 N⋅m at 4000 RPM	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreAluminium oil sump


Hexagon head screws	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Torx screws	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m


Sheet-steel sump	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m


Oil filter housing	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreVauxhall gasoline straight-3 973 cc X 10 XE 54 HP

expand_moreAt the gearbox


M10	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


On the engine block	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreVauxhall diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D (4EE1) 59 HP

expand_more17 D (4EE1) engine


One-part sump	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreOtherwise

expand_moreOil sump lower part


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Second stage	30°30°30°

expand_moreOil sump top part


At the gearbox	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
On the engine block	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


X17D (4EE1) engine	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreVauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.4 L C 14 SE 80 HP at 5800 RPM, 114 N⋅m at 3400 RPM

expand_moreAt the gearbox


M10	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


On the engine block	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
One-part sump	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreVauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.4 L X 14 XE 89 HP at 6000 RPM, 125 N⋅m at 4000 RPM


At the gearbox	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
On the engine block	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreAt the gearbox


M10	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


On the engine block	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
Glow plugs	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreKnock sensor


Vauxhall gasoline straight-3 973 cc X 10 XE 54 HP	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.4 L X 14 XE 89 HP at 6000 RPM, 125 N⋅m at 4000 RPM	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


M10	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreLambda sensor


All other modifications	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Use assembly paste

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket


All Vauxhall diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D (4EE1) engines	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
All Vauxhall diesel straight-4 1.7 L X 17 D (4EE1) engines	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
All other modifications	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting


On engine bracket	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Strut	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreTorque arm

expand_moreAt the crossmember


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreTorque support bracket


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreExhaust manifold

expand_moreAll Vauxhall diesel straight-4 1.7 L 17 D (4EE1) engines


17 D (4EE1) engine	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
X17D (4EE1) engine	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m


All other modifications	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.

expand_moreIgnition system

expand_moreSpark plugs


Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.4 L X 14 SZ 59 HP	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.4 L C 14 NZ 59 HP at 5200 RPM, 103 N⋅m at 2600 RPM	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.4 L C 14 SE 80 HP at 5800 RPM, 114 N⋅m at 3400 RPM	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1997 Vauxhall Corsa Hatchback 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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1997 Vauxhall Corsa Hatchback generations

In 1997 Vauxhall offered 2 generations of the Corsa Hatchback. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

First generation facelift (MK1)

GM4200 Platform

S93

1997 Vauxhall Corsa Hatchback First generation (MK1) Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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1997 Vauxhall Corsa Hatchback generations

First generation facelift (MK1)

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