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Condition Value
expand_moreAir intake system
expand_moreIntake manifold
X18XE engine 16.23 lbf⋅ft
X18XE1 engine 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Vauxhall gasoline V6 2.5 L X 25 XE 168 HP 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Vauxhall gasoline V6 2.5 L X 25 XE 192 HP 14.75 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner
Vauxhall gasoline V6 2.5 L X 25 XE 168 HP 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Vauxhall gasoline V6 2.5 L X 25 XE 192 HP 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 SZR 74 HP 14.75 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAlternator
expand_moreServo pump pulley
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreCarburetion
expand_moreInjection hoses
expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage hand-screwed
Second stage 360°
expand_moreInjection pump pulley
expand_moreCooling system
expand_moreCoolant pump
1.6 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 74 HP engine (1995.8–2001.10) 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCoolant pump pulley
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 30°
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 30°
expand_moreCylinder head
expand_moreCamshaft bearing
All Vauxhall diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTH engines 11.06 lbf⋅ft
All Vauxhall diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTL engines 11.06 lbf⋅ft
All Vauxhall diesel straight-4 2.0 L Y 20 DTH engines 11.06 lbf⋅ft
All Vauxhall diesel straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 DTR engines 11.06 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCylinder head screws
expand_moreX18XE engine
Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE 114 HP, X18XE engine.
Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.8 L X 18 XE 114 HP, X18XE engine.
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 1.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 90°
Fourth stage 90°
Fifth stage 15°
expand_moreX18XE1 engine
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 90°
Fourth stage 90°
Fifth stage 45°
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 1.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 90°
Fourth stage 90°
Fifth stage 15°
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 1.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 90°
Fourth stage 90°
Fifth stage 15°
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 1.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 90°
Fourth stage 90°
Fifth stage 15°
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 1.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 60°
Fourth stage 60°
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 65°
Third stage 65°
Fourth stage 65°
Fifth stage 65°
Sixth stage 15°
expand_moreScrews 11 – 14
Seventh stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Eighth stage 30°
Ninth stage 5°
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 65°
Third stage 65°
Fourth stage 65°
Fifth stage 65°
Sixth stage 15°
expand_moreScrews 11 – 14
Seventh stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Eighth stage 30°
Ninth stage 5°
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 1.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 90°
Fourth stage 90°
Fifth stage 45°
Valve cover 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine block
expand_moreConnecting rod bearing
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 30°
expand_moreX18XE engine
First stage 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreX18XE1 engine
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 30°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreCrankshaft central screws
expand_moreX18XE engine
First stage 95.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 4050°
expand_moreX18XE1 engine
First stage 70.07 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreM12
First stage 95.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 40-50
First stage 184.39 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 15°
First stage 184.39 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreM10
With fan belt 40.57 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreWith ribbed V-belt
First stage 40.57 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreM12
expand_moreWith ribbed V-belt
First stage 70.07 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 15°
First stage 110.63 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 15°
First stage 110.63 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 15°
First stage 70.07 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 15°
Crankshaft pulley 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFlywheel
expand_moreX18XE engine
First stage 47.94 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreX18XE1 engine
First stage 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
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. Use screw-locking compound.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 15°
First stage 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 15°
First stage 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 30°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 30°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreMain bearing
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 15°
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 15°
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 15°
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
Third stage 15°
Vibration damper 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine control
expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley
Inlet camshaft 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Outlet camshaft 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Inlet camshaft 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Outlet camshaft 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Vauxhall gasoline V6 2.5 L X 25 XE 168 HP 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Vauxhall gasoline V6 2.5 L X 25 XE 192 HP 29.5 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCamshaft timing gear
All Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 SZR engines 33.19 lbf⋅ft
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 30°
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 30°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 15°
expand_moreChain tensioner
expand_moreAll other modifications
Cap 44.25 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreToothed belt guard
Vauxhall gasoline V6 2.5 L X 25 XE 168 HP 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Vauxhall gasoline V6 2.5 L X 25 XE 192 HP 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 SZR 74 HP 2.95 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 4.43 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine lubrication
expand_moreOil drain plug
Torx screws 10.33 lbf⋅ft
With hexagon-head screws 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Torx screws 7.38 lbf⋅ft
With hexagon-head screws 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Vauxhall gasoline V6 2.5 L X 25 XE 168 HP 40.57 lbf⋅ft
Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 SZR 74 HP 40.57 lbf⋅ft
Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XE 99 HP 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.6 L X 16 XEL 99 HP at 5800 RPM, 135 N⋅m at 3400 RPM 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Y 16 XE 99 HP at 6000 RPM, 150 N⋅m at 3600 RPM 33.19 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil filter housing
Cap 11.06 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Vauxhall diesel straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 DTR 123 HP 14.7518.44 lbf⋅ft
Vauxhall diesel straight-4 2.0 L X 20 DTL 80 HP 14.75 lbf⋅ft
X20DTH engine 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Y20DTH engine 14.75 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil sump
At the gearbox 29.5 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.
At the gearbox 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Oil sump lower part 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Oil sump top part 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.
Vauxhall gasoline V6 2.5 L X 25 XE 168 HP 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.
expand_moreAt the gearbox
M10 29.5 lbf⋅ft
M8 14.75 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreX20DTH engine
Oil sump lower part 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Oil sump top part 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreY20DTH engine
On the engine block 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAt the gearbox
M10 29.5 lbf⋅ft
M8 14.75 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.
expand_moreEngine management
expand_moreCamshaft sensor
X18XE engine 4.43 lbf⋅ft
X18XE1 engine 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Use screw-locking compound.
All Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 2.0 L X 20 XEV engines 4.43 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCrankshaft sensor
X18XE engine 4.43 lbf⋅ft
X18XE1 engine 5.9 lbf⋅ft
All Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 2.0 L X 20 XEV engines 4.43 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGlow plugs
All other modifications 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreKnock sensor
Vauxhall gasoline V6 2.5 L X 25 XE 168 HP 14.75 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 9.59 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreLambda sensor
Vauxhall gasoline V6 2.5 L X 25 XE 168 HP 40.57 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Use assembly paste
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_moreEngine mounting
Torque arm 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Torque support bracket 44.25 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust system
expand_moreExhaust manifold
X18XE engine 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
X18XE1 engine 21.39 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Vauxhall gasoline V6 2.5 L X 25 XE 168 HP 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Vauxhall gasoline V6 2.5 L X 25 XE 192 HP 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
All other modifications 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreIgnition system
expand_moreSpark plugs
All other modifications 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 1999 Vauxhall Vectra 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.

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 Vectra Hatchback 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 1999 Vauxhall Vectra Hatchback you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

1999 Vauxhall Vectra Hatchback generations

In 1999 Vauxhall offered 2 generations of the Vectra Hatchback. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

Vauxhall Vectra Hatchback First generation facelift (MK1) model years

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