expand_more1.6 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP at 5800 RPM, 135 N⋅m at 3400 RPM engine (1999.4–2005.8)
expand_moreWithout backing plate
Disc brake
0.079 in0.079 in2 mm
Drum brake
0.039 in0.039 in1 mm
expand_more1.6 CNG with gasoline/natural gas straight-4 1.6 L 95 HP engine (2001.9–2005.6)
expand_moreWithout backing plate
Disc brake
0.079 in0.079 in2 mm
Drum brake
0.039 in0.039 in1 mm
expand_moreAll other modifications
Without backing plate
0.079 in0.079 in2 mm
Rear axle brake piston diameter
1.5 in1.5 in38 mm
Wheel brake cylinder diameter
0.81 in0.81 in20.64 mm
Brake system is the most important system in your 2003 Zafira MPV. Check pads and disks from time to time and replace them as they worn below minimum thickness allowed 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 Zafira MPV 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.
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 Zafira MPV 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 Zafira MPV you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
Vauxhall Zafira MPV First generation (MK1) model years