2022 Vauxhall Viva engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system


Intake manifold	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies


Auxiliary drive belt deflection pulley	14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft19–25 N⋅m
Auxiliary drive belt tensioner	36.14–49.42 lbf⋅ft36.14–49.42 lbf⋅ft49–67 N⋅m
Air-conditioning compressor	14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft19–25 N⋅m
Air-conditioning compressor pressure line	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Alternator	14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft19–25 N⋅m
Vacuum pump	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


Fuel-distributing pipe	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system


Coolant drain plug	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m

expand_moreCoolant pump


Onto crankcase	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Otherwise	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


Coolant pump pulley	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

expand_moreInlet camshaft


First stage	Screw in screw(s) by hand.
Tighten the screws evenly from inside to outside in several steps.
Second stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Third stage	180° detach.
Fourth stage	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m

expand_moreOutlet camshaft


First stage	Screw in screw(s) by hand.
Tighten crosswise from inside to outside.
Second stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Third stage	180° detach.
Fourth stage	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws.


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 1.
Second stage	240°240°240°


Valve cover	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten crosswise from inside to outside.

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	75°75°75°


Crankcase ventilation	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	360° detach
Third stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreDrive plate


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	70°70°70°

expand_moreFlywheel


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Use new screws and snug them down crosswise.
Second stage	70°70°70°

expand_moreEngine control


Bottom part of the control unit housing	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft adjuster


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCentral part of control unit housing


Locking screws	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreScrews 4


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Use sealant.

expand_moreScrews 3


Second stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreScrews 2


Third stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreScrews 5


Fourth stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Fifth stage	42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m


Control drive chain guide rail	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Control drive chain tensioner	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Control drive chain tensioning rail	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Oil pump drive chain tensioner	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication


Oil drain plug	15.49–20.65 lbf⋅ft15.49–20.65 lbf⋅ft21–28 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
Oil filter	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
Slightly oil sealing lips.
Oil pressure sensor	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump chain wheel


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreOil sump


At the gearbox	42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump lower part


First stage	Screw in new screw(s) hand-tight.
Second stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Third stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump top part


First stage	Screw in new screw(s) hand-tight.
Second stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Third stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Crankshaft sensor	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Knock sensor	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Lambda sensor	30.98 lbf⋅ft30.98 lbf⋅ft42 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting


Engine bracket	42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting


First stage	42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m
Second stage	60–75°60–75°60–75°


Engine suspension	42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m

expand_moreTorque arm


First stage	42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m
Second stage	60–75°60–75°60–75°

expand_moreTorque support bracket


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreExhaust system


Catalytic converter	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Catalytic converter bracket	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Exhaust manifold heat shields	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe


Clamps	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Otherwise	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m


Exhaust pipe rear	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
Exhaust system middle heat protection plate	6.64–8.85 lbf⋅ft6.64–8.85 lbf⋅ft9–12 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system


Spark plugs	12.54 lbf⋅ft12.54 lbf⋅ft17 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system


Starter	36.14–47.2 lbf⋅ft36.14–47.2 lbf⋅ft49–64 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2022 Vauxhall Viva 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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