Car body exterior Opel Omega B

This section provides information relating only to general maintenance and repair procedures for the external elements of the vehicle body, which you can carry out yourself.

Specifications
Tightening torques, Nm Mounting the airbag module to the steering wheel 8 Front seat anchors* 20 Mounting bracket for airbag module passenger* 20 Passenger...

Maintenance and repair
Body The condition of your car's body is very important because it has a large impact on its resale value. It is much more difficult to repair a run down or...

Repair of minor body damage
Repair of small scratches If the scratch is superficial and does not affect the metal of the body, the repair is very simple. 1. Lightly rub the scratched...

Repair of significant damage to the body
Significant body damage must be repaired at service stations that have body repair equipment. If extensive damage occurs, the body geometry must be checked....

Hinges and locks
Every 5,000 km or every three months, apply a few drops of light oil or lock lubricant to hinges and latches on doors, hood and trunk. Door lock latches should...

Windscreen and fixed windows
Replacing windshields and fixed windows requires the use of a special fast curing adhesive or sealant and some specialized tools. These operations are...

Bumpers — removal and installation
Front bumper Removing 1. Remove the grille. 2. Loosen the fixing screws. 3. Remove trim panels from below headlights. 4. Loosen and remove the upper bumper...

Radiator grille — removal and installation
Removing 1. Loosen the top fixing screws of the radiator. 2. Press down on the locking tab. 3. Remove the grille. Installation Installation is carried out in...

Hood and support legs — removal and installation
Hood Removing 1. Disconnect the support legs from the hood. 2. Disconnect the water hose and connection connector. 3. Mark the installation position of the...

Hood lock cable — removal and installation
Removing 1. Remove the trim panel under the dashboard. 2. Remove the grille and remove the shroud from the top of the radiator. 3. Disconnect the cable from...

Bonnet lock spring — removal and installation
Removing 1. Measure the length of the spring, unscrew the fixing nut and remove the spring and locking pin. 2. To remove the latch spring, remove the grille,...

Exterior mirrors
Rearview mirror Removing 1. Remove trim panel. 2. Remove the soft insert and disconnect the connection connector. 3. Remove the door closing handle. Disconnect...

External body elements
Drainage panel Removing 1. Remove the wiper arms. 2. Remove seals. 3. Loosen the fixing screws and remove the panel. Installation Installation is carried out...

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