2018 Vauxhall Viva M400 first generation (MK1) Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
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Condition | Value |
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Intake manifold | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
Auxiliary drive belt deflection pulley | 14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft |
Auxiliary drive belt tensioner | 36.14–49.42 lbf⋅ft |
Air-conditioning compressor | 14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft |
Air-conditioning compressor pressure line | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
Alternator | 14.01–18.44 lbf⋅ft |
Vacuum pump | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
Fuel-distributing pipe | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
Coolant drain plug | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
Onto crankcase | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
Otherwise | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
Coolant pump pulley | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
First stage | Screw in screw(s) by hand. |
Tighten the screws evenly from inside to outside in several steps. | |
Second stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
Third stage | 180° detach. |
Fourth stage | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
First stage | Screw in screw(s) by hand. |
Tighten crosswise from inside to outside. | |
Second stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
Third stage | 180° detach. |
Fourth stage | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
Replace screws. See figure 1. | |
Second stage | 240° |
Valve cover | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
Tighten crosswise from inside to outside. |
First stage | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
Replace screws. | |
Second stage | 75° |
Crankcase ventilation | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
First stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
Replace screws. | |
Second stage | 360° detach |
Third stage | 180° |
First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
Replace screws. | |
Second stage | 70° |
First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
Use new screws and snug them down crosswise. | |
Second stage | 70° |
Bottom part of the control unit housing | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
Use new screw. | |
Second stage | 90° |
Locking screws | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
First stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
Use sealant. |
Second stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
Third stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
Fourth stage | 3.69 lbf⋅ft |
Fifth stage | 42.78 lbf⋅ft |
Control drive chain guide rail | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
Control drive chain tensioner | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
Replace screws. | |
Control drive chain tensioning rail | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
Replace screws. | |
Oil pump drive chain tensioner | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
Oil drain plug | 15.49–20.65 lbf⋅ft |
Replace sealing rings. | |
Oil filter | 14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft |
Slightly oil sealing lips. | |
Oil pressure sensor | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
M8 | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
Replace screws. | |
Second stage | 60° |
At the gearbox | 42.78 lbf⋅ft |
First stage | Screw in new screw(s) hand-tight. |
Second stage | 3.69 lbf⋅ft |
Third stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
First stage | Screw in new screw(s) hand-tight. |
Second stage | 3.69 lbf⋅ft |
Third stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
Camshaft sensor | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
Crankshaft sensor | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
Knock sensor | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
Lambda sensor | 30.98 lbf⋅ft |
Engine bracket | 42.78 lbf⋅ft |
First stage | 42.78 lbf⋅ft |
Second stage | 60–75° |
Engine suspension | 42.78 lbf⋅ft |
First stage | 42.78 lbf⋅ft |
Second stage | 60–75° |
First stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
Second stage | 60° |
Catalytic converter | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
Catalytic converter bracket | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
Exhaust manifold heat shields | 5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft |
Clamps | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
Otherwise | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
Exhaust pipe rear | 31.72 lbf⋅ft |
Exhaust system middle heat protection plate | 6.64–8.85 lbf⋅ft |
Spark plugs | 12.54 lbf⋅ft |
Starter | 36.14–47.2 lbf⋅ft |
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2018 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.
Table of Contents
- Air Conditioning Compressor Oil Capacity
- Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity
- Brake Fluid Capacity
- Cooling Fluid Capacity
- Engine Oil Capacity
- Fluid and Lubricant Specifications
- Manual Transmission Oil Capacity
- Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications
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