Opel 1900 1973 Service Manual page 173

1973 OPEL SERVICE MANUAL
Figure 3A-10 Steering Mast Clamp Bolt
assembly at the cross member to body support from
frame and let it down onto jack. See Figure 3A-11.
Figure 3A-1 1
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Installation
CAUTION: Fasteners are important attachingparts in
that they could affect the performance of vitaI com-
ponents and systems, and/or coo/d result in major
repair expense. They must be replaced with one of
the same part number or with an equivalent part if
replacement becomes necessary. Do not use a re-
placement part or lesser quality or substitute design.
Torque values must be used as speciiied during reas-
sembly to assure proper retention of these parts.
jack and raise into position.
2. Attach cross member to front frame rail. Torque
to 36 lb.ft.
3. Install engine mounting nut? Remove engine sup-
port.
4. Install shock absorber mounting bolts and install
air cleaner.
5. Connect brakes hoses and bleed brakes as outlined
in Group 5.
6. Install radiator mounting bolt in support cross
member.
7. Push steering column downwards until a l/8"
clearance is obtained between steering wheel hub and
switch cover.
8. With steering wheel in centered position and front
wheels straight ahead, tighten the clamp bolt at the
lower universal joint to 22 fbs.fi. and the clamp at
the upper universal joint to 14 lbs.ft.
9. Inr;tall mast guide sleeve stop bolt. Always install
new lock plate. See Figure 3A-7.
10. Remove front support stands and lower vehicle.
Installation Opel 1900 - Manta
1. With jack, lift up front suspension assembly so
that the individual attaching points coincide. At the
same time, insert lower steering mast into pinion
flange. See Figure 3A-12.
2. In the rear bolt cross member to body support.
Torque to 58 ft.lbs. When doing this with a suitable
tool, counterhold damper bushing which is installed
in a certain position, to prevent it from turning. For
this purpose, detach heat deflectqr plate on right
vehicle side.
3. Torque front suspension assembly to frame attach-
ment to 47 ft.lbs.
4. Torque lower steering mast to pinion flange at-
tachment clamp bolt to 22 ft.lbs.
5. Reinstall both brake calipers. Torque to 72 ft.lbs.
Install brake line retainer.
6. On both sides install upper control arm ball joint.
Torque bolts to 29 ft.lbs.
See Figure