2004 Vauxhall Vivaro Bus front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake


Bleed valve	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Brake hose	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
Brake line	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
Front axle brake caliper	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
Front axle brake caliper mounting support	78.92 lbf⋅ft78.92 lbf⋅ft107 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
Front axle brake disc	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering


Lower steering column joint	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
Pressure line at steering gear	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
Steering column	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Steering gear	132.76 lbf⋅ft132.76 lbf⋅ft180 N⋅m
Use new screws and nuts.
Steering wheel	32.45 lbf⋅ft32.45 lbf⋅ft44 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Track rod end on stub axle	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m

expand_moreTrack rod end on track rod


Vauxhall gasoline straight-4 2.0 L F4R 720 118 HP	39.09 lbf⋅ft39.09 lbf⋅ft53 N⋅m
Vauxhall diesel straight-4 2.5 L G9U 630 133 HP	39.09 lbf⋅ft39.09 lbf⋅ft53 N⋅m
Vauxhall diesel straight-4 2.5 L G9U 730 133 HP	39.09 lbf⋅ft39.09 lbf⋅ft53 N⋅m
Vauxhall diesel straight-4 1.9 L F9Q 762 79 HP	39.09 lbf⋅ft39.09 lbf⋅ft53 N⋅m
Vauxhall diesel straight-4 1.9 L F9Q 760 99 HP	39.09 lbf⋅ft39.09 lbf⋅ft53 N⋅m
All other modifications	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension


Shock-absorber piston rod	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreSuspension strut


On chassis	45.73 lbf⋅ft45.73 lbf⋅ft62 N⋅m
On stub axle	132.76 lbf⋅ft132.76 lbf⋅ft180 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft


At the gearbox	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
Central nuts	206.52 lbf⋅ft206.52 lbf⋅ft280 N⋅m
Replace nuts.


Front axle stabiliser mounting	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser	32.45 lbf⋅ft32.45 lbf⋅ft44 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
Support joint at the stub axle	84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreFront axle suspension


Front	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Rear	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreTransverse control arm


At the subframe	132.76 lbf⋅ft132.76 lbf⋅ft180 N⋅m
Align the transverse control arm horizontal to the subframe

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing


Central nuts	206.52 lbf⋅ft206.52 lbf⋅ft280 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreWheels and tires


Wheel attachment	104.73 lbf⋅ft104.73 lbf⋅ft142 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2004 Vauxhall Vivaro Bus 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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2004 Vauxhall Vivaro Bus First generation (MK1) Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

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