2003 Vauxhall Frontera engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


All Vauxhall gasoline V6 3.2 L 6 VD1 engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Vauxhall gasoline V6 3.2 L Y 32 NE engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies


Auxiliary drive belt tensioner	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Auxiliary drive belt tensioner	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system


Coolant pump	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Viscous fan clutch	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing


All Vauxhall diesel straight-4 2.2 L X 22 DTH engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 2.2 L X 22 SE engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Vauxhall diesel straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 DTH engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 SE engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreAll Vauxhall diesel straight-4 2.2 L X 22 DTH engines

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Vauxhall diesel straight-4 2.2 L X 22 DTH, Screws 1 – 10.


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 1.
Second stage	65°65°65°
Third stage	65°65°65°
Fourth stage	65°65°65°
Fifth stage	65°65°65°
Sixth stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreScrews 11 – 14


Seventh stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 SE engines

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 SE.


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 2.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°


Valve cover	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing


First stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


All Vauxhall gasoline V6 3.2 L 6 VD1 engines	123.17 lbf⋅ft123.17 lbf⋅ft167 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 SE engines


First stage	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°


All Vauxhall gasoline V6 3.2 L Y 32 NE engines	123.17 lbf⋅ft123.17 lbf⋅ft167 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley

expand_moreCentral screws


First stage	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°


Otherwise	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreAll Vauxhall diesel straight-4 2.2 L X 22 DTH engines


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreAll Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 SE engines


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

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley


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

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear

expand_moreAll Vauxhall diesel straight-4 2.2 L X 22 DTH engines


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	30°30°30°

expand_moreAll Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 SE engines


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


Chain tensioner	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Drive belt tensioner device	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt guard


All Vauxhall gasoline V6 3.2 L 6 VD1 engines	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
All Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 2.2 L X 22 SE engines	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
All Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 SE engines	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
All Vauxhall gasoline V6 3.2 L Y 32 NE engines	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m


Toothed belt tensioning roller	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication


Oil drain plug	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Oil filter housing	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump


Oil sump lower part	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Oil sump top part	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management


Crankshaft sensor	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Glow plugs	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreExhaust manifold


All Vauxhall gasoline V6 3.2 L 6 VD1 engines	38.35 lbf⋅ft38.35 lbf⋅ft52 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 SE engines


First stage	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
Second stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Third stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


All Vauxhall gasoline V6 3.2 L Y 32 NE engines	38.35 lbf⋅ft38.35 lbf⋅ft52 N⋅m
All other modifications	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2003 Vauxhall Frontera 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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2003 Vauxhall Frontera Second generation (MK2) Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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