2010 Vauxhall Meriva front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake


Bleed valve	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Brake hose	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
Brake line	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
Front axle brake caliper	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Front axle brake caliper mounting support	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.
Front axle brake disc	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Wheel speed sensor	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering


Electric motor for power steering	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreIntermediate steering shaft

expand_moreAt the steering column


First stage	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
Second stage	60°60°60°


Lower steering column joint	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
Steering column	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.

expand_moreSteering gear


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Use new screws and nuts.
Second stage	45°45°45°
Third stage	15°15°15°


Steering wheel	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Use new screws with the screw- locking compound.
Track rod end on stub axle	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Track rod end on track rod	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Track rod on steering gear	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension


Shock-absorber piston rod	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreSuspension strut


On chassis	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreOn stub axle


First stage	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Use new screws or nuts
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreWheel suspension


Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Support joint at the stub axle	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Support joint at the transverse control arm	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.

expand_moreTransverse control arm


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Second stage	75°75°75°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreLower front transverse control arm


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Second stage	75°75°75°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Second stage	75°75°75°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing


First stage	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	slacken
Loosening and tightening using an impact driver is not permitted.
Third stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreWheels and tires


Wheel attachment	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 2010 Vauxhall Meriva 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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Service Intervals

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2010 Vauxhall Meriva generations

In 2010 Vauxhall offered 2 generations of the Meriva. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

Second generation (MK2)

Gamma Platform (GM4300)

2010 Vauxhall Meriva First generation facelift (MK1) Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

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2010 Vauxhall Meriva generations

Second generation (MK2)

Vauxhall Meriva First generation facelift (MK1) model years

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