2003 Vauxhall Vectra Hatchback emission

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Condition	Value

expand_moreDiesel exhaust gas values

expand_moreCut-off control speed


All other modifications	4900–5100 rpm4900–5100 rpm4900–5100 rpm

expand_moreMaximum K-value


All other modifications	1.9 1/m1.9 1/m1.9 1/m

expand_moreGeneral exhaust gas values


Diagnostic socket location	The diagnostic socket is in the middle of central panel under the cover.

expand_moreIdling speed with automatic gearbox


Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 123 HP	730–950 rpm730–950 rpm730–950 rpm

expand_moreVauxhall gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 SE 145 HP


With air-conditioning	705–925 rpm705–925 rpm705–925 rpm
Without air-conditioning system	630–850 rpm630–850 rpm630–850 rpm


Vauxhall gasoline V6 2.6 L Y 26 SE 168 HP at 5800 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 3600 RPM	580–800 rpm580–800 rpm580–800 rpm
All other modifications	710–930 rpm710–930 rpm710–930 rpm

expand_moreIdling speed with manual gearbox


Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE 123 HP	730–950 rpm730–950 rpm730–950 rpm

expand_moreVauxhall gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 SE 145 HP


With air-conditioning	705–925 rpm705–925 rpm705–925 rpm
Without air-conditioning system	630–850 rpm630–850 rpm630–850 rpm


Vauxhall gasoline V6 2.6 L Y 26 SE 168 HP at 5800 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 3600 RPM	580–800 rpm580–800 rpm580–800 rpm


Minimum engine oil temperature at VET	176°F176°F80°C

expand_morePetrol exhaust gas values

expand_moreCO content at idling speed


All Vauxhall gasoline V6 2.6 L Y 26 SE engines	0.3 %0.3 %0.3 %
All Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE engines	0.3 %0.3 %0.3 %
All Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 SE engines	0.3 %0.3 %0.3 %
All other modifications	0.5 %0.5 %0.5 %


CO content at increased idling speed	0.3 %0.3 %0.3 %

expand_moreIgnition time


1.8 i 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP engine (2000.9–2003.7)	-10°00'±2°00' - before TDC + after TDC
only using special tester


Increased idling speed	2800–3200 rpm2800–3200 rpm2800–3200 rpm
Lambda sensor design	Jump type lambda sensor
Lambda value	0.97–1.03 λ0.97–1.03 λ0.97–1.03 λ
Maximum HC content at idling	100 ppm100 ppm100 ppm

expand_moreTest speed for lambda sensor signal


All Vauxhall gasoline V6 2.6 L Y 26 SE engines	580–800 rpm580–800 rpm580–800 rpm
All Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 1.8 L Z 18 XE engines	730–950 rpm730–950 rpm730–950 rpm

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


With air-conditioning	705–925 rpm705–925 rpm705–925 rpm
Without air-conditioning system	630–850 rpm630–850 rpm630–850 rpm


All other modifications	710–930 rpm710–930 rpm710–930 rpm


Voltage swing at test speed	0.3–0.6 V0.3–0.6 V0.3–0.6 V

To reduce environment impact and pass government inspections keep emission parameters at the level prescribed by Vauxhall.

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2003 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 2003 Vauxhall Vectra Hatchback you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2003 Vauxhall Vectra Hatchback First generation facelift (MK1) Emission

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