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How to change wheel cylinder on OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Wheel Brake Cylinder : 60000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 1.6 i (F35), OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 2.0 DI 16V (F35), OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 1.6 i (F35) … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 1.6 i (F35), OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 2.0 DI 16V (F35), OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 1.6 i (F35) … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle
All the parts you need to replace – Wheel Cylinder for VECTRA B Estate (31_) and other OPEL models
Wheel Brake Cylinder
Alternative products

Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Drive socket # 10
Combination spanner #9
Combination spanner #24
Flare Nut Wrench № 10
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Round-nose pliers
Rubber mallet
Flat Screwdriver
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: wheel cylinder – OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_). AUTODOC experts recommend:
- Replace the wheel brake cylinders of the rear drum brakes in pairs.
- The replacement procedure is identical for the right and left wheel brake cylinders of the rear drum brakes.
- All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: wheel cylinder – OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_). Recommended sequence of steps:
- Step 1Secure the wheels with chocks.
- Step 2Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
- Step 3Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.Step 4Unscrew the wheel bolts.Replacement: wheel cylinder – OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_). Tip from AUTODOC:To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
- Step 5Remove the wheel.
- Step 6Remove the hub bearing protection cap. Use a flat screwdriver.
- Step 7Remove the cotter pin securing the hub nut. Use round-nose pliers.
- Step 8Unscrew the wheel hub axle nut. Use a combination spanner #24.
- Step 9Remove the brake drum.Replacement: wheel cylinder – OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_). Professionals recommend:Examine the brake drum. Replace it if necessary.
- Step 10Unscrew the fastener connecting the brake pipe to the wheel cylinder. Use a flare nut spanner #10.Step 11Detach the brake pipe.Replacement: wheel cylinder – OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_). AUTODOC recommends:Immediately plug the brake line open end to prevent fluid leakage and ingress of dirt into the hydraulic system.
- Step 12Unscrew the wheel cylinder fastener. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 13Remove the brake cylinder from the backplate. Use a crowbar.
- Step 14Clean the brake drum. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.Step 15Clean the brake pipe attachment spot and the brake drum fastening bolts on :maker :model.
- Step 16Install a new brake cylinder.
- Step 17Tighten the wheel cylinder fastener. Use a drive socket #10. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 10 nm torque.
- Step 18Attach the brake pipe. Use a flare nut spanner #10.
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