expand_more2.0 CDTI 4x4 with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 158 HP at 4000 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2008.7–)
expand_moreScrews at the gearbox bracket
First stage
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
60°60°60°
Third stage
15°15°15°
Nuts on the chassis
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Screws on the chassis
16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
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Screws at the gearbox bracket
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
On chassis
16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
expand_moreGearbox support
expand_more1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2008.7–)
At the gearbox
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
2.0 CDTI 4x4 with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 158 HP at 4000 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2008.7–)
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
expand_more2.0 CDTI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 109 HP at 4000 RPM, 260 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2008.7–)
At the gearbox
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Front
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
2.0 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–)
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
2.0 Turbo with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 217 HP at 5300 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.7–)
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–)
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
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At the gearbox
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Front
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
expand_moreTop
First stage
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
At the gearbox
Second stage
60°60°60°
Third stage
15°15°15°
expand_moreTransfer case
expand_moreTransfer box bracket
expand_more2.8 V6 Turbo 4x4 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 256 HP at 5500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2008.7–)
On the engine block
16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Otherwise
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Tighten the screws evenly in several steps.
expand_moreAll other modifications
On the engine block
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Tighten the screws evenly in several steps.
On transfer case
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Transfer box onto transmission flange connection
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2008 Vauxhall Insignia 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.
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 Insignia 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 2008 Vauxhall Insignia Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
Vauxhall Insignia Sedan First generation (MK1) model years