Thanks so much for taking the time to do this video! It’s cost me £55 quid and a couple of hours work, instead of around 200 quid to fully service my car for life now! 👍
Thanks for this. I done a full service on my gf's Insignia B (first time I've changed a fuel filter), but she jumped in it straight after and engine started for a second or 2 then cut out! She looked at me with a look that would melt iron, I think she loves her car more than me. Anyway, this video saved me, turned the ignition on and off about 15 times without the engine, and eventually started hearing some strange noises from back near the fuel filter, bit like the noise when someone is milking a cow into a bucket! After that car started up but stuttered a bit. Took it for a spin and after that it has been fine! So thanks for that, I appreciate it.
That's brilliant can imagine her looking at you think what have you done to my baby 😂😂😂😂😂😂 Really happy the video helped that's great news thank you for your comment and Sharing you success 👍
Done my first ever service yesterday after watching this, thanks! Sump nut rounded off and garage didn’t want to crack it in case the sump itself cracked so had to use an oil extractor to get it out through the dip stick hole. Not ideal but it’s done. Felt like a proper bloke 😁
Thank you for your comment it's great that you did well done really happy the video have you the confidence and helped you out Love comments like these that's what it is all about
I always give this a quick watch before I service my insignia. One tip I have found is the large Toblerone tube makes a great drain for the filter housing with one side cut along the length to make a channel. Done my for the last time as it's now up for sale to be replaced by a camper.
That's great to hear Paul I'm glad this video has helped and thank you for your comment Thats a cracking Idea I'm sure it will help others out Hope you enjoy the camper
This is really great. I've had a 2011 Saab Z19DTR which is really similar for three years now and only with the last service did I decide to do all by myself. Took a lot of digging on the internet to find out where everything was, but once you do it, it's really simple the next time. This kind of videos really help build up confidence to do this kind of stuff yourself, highly appreciate it. And once you know how to do it, you just wish you'd done it sooner because it's a huge saving not having to take your car done by someone else.
You are 💯 right this is why I started doing the videos everyone can saves ££££££ doing things there self and some people really enjoy it Thank you for you comment aswel it makes it all worth it thank you
I do love an insignia - I've had company cars for the last three years but getting my own car again next month and first job is this.! Thanks for sharing.
Great video. Everything explained in layman's terms. I got a 11 year old insignia 1.8 petrol and was looking how too change fuel filter. Since I don't think it ever had a change. Your video gives me the confidence too give it a shot myself.
Thank you just bought an Insignia Estate and couldn't find the Oil filter. I don't think it was ever changed. Thanks again wouldn't have found it as easy if you didn't post the video.👍
I'm about to start servicing. I doubt the garage I was using was doing it all. I always had to chase them to stamp the book, and it was always main service - never interim. So it was always more expensive. I did disks and brake shoes all round the car last week, now following this to fully service this coming Monday along with drop links and rear nearside spring in prep for MOT. (I have a 2014 Insignia, had it 10 years). Thanks lot mate, even at 5 years - this is gold! Subbed 🙂
That's great to hear Frank and thanks for your comment. I do have a video replacing the rear springs for the insignia. It's a shame I don't have cars to work on now hence no videos. Saying that tho I am about to fit new coil overs on my bmw 420 so I might video that. If you have any issues or get stuck drop a comment on this video hopefully I see it pretty quickly Thanks dave
this video is so helpful i had been a bit worried about doing it myself this has given me everything i need to complete my service now thank you again have now subscribed and watching more videos thanks again
Hi there I don't want to sound daft but would this be a similar process for the face-lift insignia? Many thanks on the video it was very helpful to watch
yep old cereal box works a treat-theres a VX tool made out of metal you can buy specially for this but cardboards free and just bin it when its done its job
Thanks, great video. I've been servicing my cars for a while now and this video cleared a few things up on this particular car. I always put "Home Service" in the service book and keep all receipts to reference to....if only for my own benefit.
2015 vx line sri 2l diesel filter housing is shocking, the filter wouldn't budge and has resulted in a snapped fuel line as it spun off its bracket, just a heads up for others doing this model, ive a head ache from diesel fumes and now a head ache of sourcing the housing to go with it 😂 decent video mate all else was a breeze, thank you.
Thanks for the video, I have not long ago bought an insignia. I have never done anything on a car before and from your video, I did the air, pollen and fuel as it was so easy to do. Thanks again for the easy explanation. I may venture to do the oil soon, until then i'll get the garage to do.
I’ve just started working on cars again after a 25 year Hiatus! My confidence is growing and your video has given me the additional confidence I need to continue to do it myself! I was going to use ramps and never thought about just jacking one side! How did you deal with the engine undertray?Thanks and great video btw!
Great video. I have carried out my service on my 2016 vauxhall insignia 1.6ltr diesel and seems to have gone well. Only concern now is the engine management light is on. Looking through the Haynes Manual I have and online, is the engine management light on as there is too much oxygen in the system that the sensors are picking up and will clear/remove the engine management light if you continue to drive the car?
@Thediycarchannel haha! It has since cleared. I'm just in need if a obd scanner to clear the 'service' message on the dashboard. Thanks again for the step by step guide, made the self service very easy.
Thank you so much for this honestly I've been searching everywhere to find information about how to service my insignia, every garage I've visited priced me no lower than £245 I'm going to look at the parts now you've listed and hopefully pick them all up 👌
That's great news I'm really happy it helped you out thank you for the comment letting me know makes it all worth the time doing the videos and editing and uploads
Had my car serviced at a garage but the oil is still black so not so sure if they did it or not. I have insignia 2010, I did read sometimes the oil can still go black after a service is this true? I’ll be checking the air filter to see if they have replaced that wish I watched your vid first. After first drive I had a message saying oil pressure warning turn off engine so did that turned it back on and didn’t have the warning but did notice after looking under the bonnet that they had even disconnected the radiator fan and not plugged it back in. Not even sure why it was disconnected. Any advice?
Oil can look black after a change. But not jet black normally like a bronze sort of colour. If you did like 100 miles then had a look it could seem black but if you checked it straight after it should look pretty clean. No idea why fan was unplugged that's odd. I would also be suspicious like you. Hope this helps thanks Dave
@@Thediycarchannel the reason it went in was because the car went into limp mode and rac guy said only fault that came up was the exhaust temp sensor was high. So took it to garage and they replaced the sensor did a flush of the dpf as said it may not if regenerated if faulty sensor so had it serviced as well. I checked the oil after a drive as I had oil pressure low come up turn off engine message but that went after I switched it on again. Also had abs and anti skid lights come on a couple of times since it being serviced and two new tyers
Fantastic video thanks for taking the time to upload this, its gave me the confidence to do my own now. quick question I have the insignia 2.0 cdti 2015 model, think its 170ps would it be the same kit as you used. thanks
Great Video mate , I've always tried to do my own mechanics and servicing whenever possible, Vauxhalls are pretty basic and easy to work on and your video really helped - Some good tips along the way. I owe you a pint.
That's brilliant Chris. I'm glad you found it helpful thanks for your positive feedback I appreciate it. Honestly you owe me nothing my satisfaction comes from comments like yours I'm happy if your happy and if it saves you ££££££ it's a big win
Just finished all but the oil (which I do every 10k miles). Handy tip I came across - put a snug fitting wooden block between the car body and the filter body. This stops the fuel filter body from moving if the filter has been tightened to more than 25Nm (as mine had been!).
Nice video very informative only problem I have is the same light you had on won't go out tried the few steps I seen online but keeps coming back on I have obd torque app on phone can reset light but coms back in a day or 2 of driving. The light with spanner on it came on when prompted that oil has 38% on it.
Sir! Would just like to say a big thank you!! I serviced my insignia today following your handy video and SUCCESS!! I’m pleased to say 😊 next project for me is the timing belt! 😬 but thank you thank you thank you!! 👍🏼
Hi mate, great video! Going to attempt this on my insignia. Quick question, how do i know ive tightened them to 25nm? Or is that the tool fitment id use? Sorry if daft question
No such thing as a daft question. Your meant to use a torque wrench but I do it hand tight then probably about 1/4 of a turn it don't need to be mega tight. If you can get a torque wrench that would be perfect
Doing oil change and all filters on mine plus cam belt , water pump, aux belt and tensioner and egr strip and clean too, had a look at your vid for a couple of reference points , so thanks for the upload, can you tell me though , when you did the fuel filter did you need remove any under panels to get to it ?
@Thediycarchannel OK thanks, I'll get under the car soon and find out, I heard because mine is the ecoflex it's all panels underneath apparently to make it less wind resistant
One question. My car has a plastic shell on the base to protect the base of the engine. Do you need to take off the base plastic shell to change the oil and diesel filters?
Sorry didn't notify me of this message Yes it needs removing to change engine oil it blocks access to the sump nut If you watched video you would see the fuel filter isn't under the engine
Thanks. Very useful. Serviced my old car but only recently got a 2015 insignia and couldn't work out where the oil filter was. Can you not use a piece of tube over the filter drain and send it into a tub rather than the cardboard?
Hi please can you tell me why my insignia 2011 always loses the oil cap, I always tighten it but it always comes loose and enough oil is escaping from there. Secondly, under the cabinet driver's side. After switching the engine off, there's this sound like long bip sound that slowly goes off. The last. In the air system or hydraulic system, there's also sound like gas out of a cow. But only sometimes not always. I want to be sure of what it's going on before I will go to mechanic. Sometimes it can be something that doesn't need a repair hope. Thanks
One question I forgot to ask, did you jack up just one side of the vehicle or both sides to get underneath. If just one side, will this allow complete drainage of the oil from the sump? Thanks.
Hi, at the end of your video (13min 30 secs) you are re-pressurising the fuel system by turning the ignition on and off ? - Does that mean the fuel pump is electric ?? Also what size is the OIL filter cover ? - I know you said the fuel filter was 36mm - But what size is the oil cover ??? it looks a bit smaller ? possibly a 34?
Yes its the fuel pump The sizes should be in the video and in the discription I can't remember the sizes of the top of my head not had that car for over 3 years now
Mate this video is brilliant. I have changed the pollen filter and the air filter already from watching this tutorial. I will be tackling the oil change, oil filter and fuel filter as soon as I pick up my new trolley jack.... Then onto water pump and timing belt haha. Thanks for the tips and keep up the good work. SUBSCRIBED!! PS. Are you definitely supposed to leave the white sheet on the new air filter when installing... my old filter didn't have one? I fitted it like you have in the video and left it on for now... just curious?
@Thediycarchannel it's ok I have figured it out now... it's a pre-filter the manufacturer puts on the actual filter, usually for harsh environments and for larger debris. Completely normal and doesnt need removing.. Thanks again. 👍
I didn't have an undertray on my car it was taken off. If I don't say what size it is in the video I don't know sorry I haven't owned the car for around 3 years now
Thank you for the question No not really it's on a level surface u can lower car to help it drain a bit more But with regular oil changes that I do around every 3000-5000miles it makes no difference with a little left in there it would probably be 100ml-200ml possibly
Yes you could but that could invoke a lot more work on some vehicles. I think that is over kill myself if you do regular oil changes there's no need to remove the sump. But if you wanted to there's no harm in doing so
Nice video. Thanks for making it. I am trying to do a fuel filter change but the garage that did it last has put the nut on way too tight - stupidly tight, and I can't undo it. I am using a 36mm socket and wrench. The fuel filter is housed on the tank and there have been reports that people have actually cracked the plastic housing bracket and tank trying to change the fuel filter when it has been put on too tight. I have tried WD40 on the mating surface of the housing but so far I can't get it undone. The other way is to unclip the fuel housing unit from the car entirely and try to unscrew it on the workbench but this seems a very big job with all that fuel. Any thoughts? Thanks once again.
Thank you RJ I appreciate it. If it's as right as you say and you have tried everything your last resort of the work bench may be your only option. Especially if it's going to stop you damaging it. Sorry I can't be more help The only thing I would try is penatrating oil it's a spray orange and black can 3 in1 brand
Is it easy enough to do fuel filter without jacking the car? I have no axle stands and just the standard scissor jack the car came with, auppose could use that, wary tho with no axle stand. Great video btw. Always someone who will need it.
You would need to jack it up for clearance really unless you have a high curb near by you can park on. Use your scissor jack but put somthing under the car incase it falls also the wheels will. Still be on
Really helpful video. After what my local garage charged me for an oil and filter change on my diesel Insignia last time I'm going to do it myself this time. I have been looking at those vacuum pumps to get the oil out. They look like they save a lot of time and faffing. Any thoughts on that method?
@@johnmoseley4141 o maybe that's the only way then it's a job I have never done or even looked in to I would double check online to see if you can get access under the seat just incase
Thank you for such a good video. Unfortunately it made me attempt this. I couldn’t get the oil drain plug undone. Far too tight and rounded off. Any suggestions on how to remove?
That's not good if u don't have tools you will need to take it to a garage unfortunately And with out seeing it it's hard to advise sorry Obviously some idiot over tightened it
Hi mate I have the same vehicle but the cambelt has snapped whilst driving could u possibly shed any light as to how much work it requires to repair or is the engine scrap as some people I've spoken to have told me.thanku
Won't be worth repairing the engine unfortunately Would of done a lot of damage inside the engine pistons valves etc You may be able to find a replacement engine and get a garage to fit it but that won't be to cheap either and then it's not knowing the quality of then engine Most will advise scrap it a d get another car Sorry to hear that's happened to you happened to me once 😭 It's horrible
Hi I've bought a 2010 insignia. I know it needs a service but I was wondering if you know what could be causing the car to struggle starting. It takes a lot of effort for the car to turn over. Could it be a blockage. Because once its started it's fine. But it's really Russian roulette getting her started it can be a real strain kn the battery. Any advice would be gratefully received. Nigel from ireland
Could be a few issues Nigel will list them below .Lazy battery not putting the amps out. Lazy starter motor or faulty . Pressure building in the engine due to blocked breathers , or maybe injector seals gone. Blocked exhaust system i.e dpf or cats maybe If it was winter I would say glow plugs Have the battery checked first just incase it don't have the amps meaning it don't have the cranking power needed
Then crank seals etc there is an endless list Without seeing and hearing it it's very hard to point to what it could be and even when you hear it will still be a process of Elimination
Hi, The video you did is brilliant, thank you for that. You help me a lot... I have one question for you, maybe you can support... I can not see the oil consumption on top on my mileage- on car PC screen. I see only mileage. Is there any way to turn ON that, so I can see also oil consumption? Thank you.
I just did the full service but I forgot to lubricate the rubber sealings on the oil filter, will that be a problem? The oil filter was also quite hard to attach since it didnt stick to the housing, but i eventually managed and it did screw back on nicely. What do you think will i have problems? i did use the same filter as you, also been driving the car for 3 days no problems
Hi I am wondering if you can advise me Ive a 2011 cdti insignia but the radio display is dead checked all fuses all good took out units all conections are good too any advice appreciated thanks
Maybe it's dead if all the wiring and fuses are ok it can't be anything else Have you checked the back of the unit for a small fuse ? Not sure if they have one but worth a look
Thanks for making the video. The car service Centre's are charging astronomical prices. It is like they only 25% less then the dealer. You saved yourself a fortune. Also you can be happy that you put quality parts, whereas with some Centre's you just are not sure.
No problem at all thank you I agree 💯 that's why I wanted to shared an how to video it's not difficult and I know ever job was done and like I said with quality parts
Air Filter Box - What is the small, thin hose under the main air intake pipe? 1cm hole into the bottom corner of the air filter box. Mine is dangling out of there, not sure if I may have pushed through a grommet when cleaning it out today. Any description? I can't find anything on the web. Many thanks.
@@Thediycarchannel - Thank you. Drives normally. There's nothing to hold it in. Does yours have a grommet? The hole is bigger than the hose. Other end of the hose just goes towards the ground, doesn't connect to anywhere.
Thank you it's an easy job just make sure you have the right sockets sizes etc and it's a breeze and don't over fill the oil just take your time putting it in and it will all be good
@@Thediycarchannel, hi mate, could you please fully service my 2011 Insignia Sri? Plus its giving me a couple problems like less power when going up hills even with the peddle fully down and that's only in 3rd gear. Finally when taking it to 45 - 50 mph it feels like it's gonna stall and I feel a hesitation coming from the front of car. I don't know nothing about cars and I don't wanna get ripped off by any garages. I'd be so happy if you could fix these problems for us. Take care hope to hear from you soon.
Send me a private message here see if we can sort something out it depends where you live davidbutler2008@hotmail.co.uk If I can help you out I will The hesitation could be a long list of things Injectors , maf , turbo , blocked filters Send me an email we can go from there
My 2013 118kw 2.0 insignia had the same problem,the force disappeared because the turbo switch off for this reason, the egr cooler housing gasket was worn_out which led to the coolant entering the intake manifold(sorry my bad english)
Hi. One more question. Is there a cover over the fuel filter that you have to remove to access it. Had a quick look under and couldn't see it but looks like there's a plastic cover which I am guessing it is under?
Cheers for the video very helpful I just bougth a 132 reg vauxhall insignia 2.0l 163 bhp limited edition and I'm noticing a loud howling noise inside car when I drive at around 40km an hour, would this be wheel bearing issue as I've just put 4 new tyres on and also had it it tracked and balanced
That's no problem at all thank you for your comment Howling ? Bearings are more of a humming / wining sort of sound If you can explain more about it or send me a video to my email if you can get the sound on video I will help best I can thediycarchannel88@gmail.com
I have now added Chapters to the video, so you can navigate to which ever part you need. Hopefully it makes it easier and quicker for you Thanks dave
Thanks so much for taking the time to do this video! It’s cost me £55 quid and a couple of hours work, instead of around 200 quid to fully service my car for life now! 👍
That's good to hear mark and well done
Thanks for this. I done a full service on my gf's Insignia B (first time I've changed a fuel filter), but she jumped in it straight after and engine started for a second or 2 then cut out! She looked at me with a look that would melt iron, I think she loves her car more than me. Anyway, this video saved me, turned the ignition on and off about 15 times without the engine, and eventually started hearing some strange noises from back near the fuel filter, bit like the noise when someone is milking a cow into a bucket! After that car started up but stuttered a bit. Took it for a spin and after that it has been fine! So thanks for that, I appreciate it.
That's brilliant can imagine her looking at you think what have you done to my baby 😂😂😂😂😂😂
Really happy the video helped that's great news thank you for your comment and Sharing you success 👍
Done my first ever service yesterday after watching this, thanks!
Sump nut rounded off and garage didn’t want to crack it in case the sump itself cracked so had to use an oil extractor to get it out through the dip stick hole. Not ideal but it’s done.
Felt like a proper bloke 😁
Thank you for your comment it's great that you did well done really happy the video have you the confidence and helped you out
Love comments like these that's what it is all about
I always give this a quick watch before I service my insignia. One tip I have found is the large Toblerone tube makes a great drain for the filter housing with one side cut along the length to make a channel. Done my for the last time as it's now up for sale to be replaced by a camper.
That's great to hear Paul I'm glad this video has helped and thank you for your comment
Thats a cracking Idea I'm sure it will help others out
Hope you enjoy the camper
Great idea, if not for oil drainage but to buy a Toblerone 😂
@Woodland-Rebel 😂😂
This is really great. I've had a 2011 Saab Z19DTR which is really similar for three years now and only with the last service did I decide to do all by myself. Took a lot of digging on the internet to find out where everything was, but once you do it, it's really simple the next time. This kind of videos really help build up confidence to do this kind of stuff yourself, highly appreciate it. And once you know how to do it, you just wish you'd done it sooner because it's a huge saving not having to take your car done by someone else.
You are 💯 right this is why I started doing the videos everyone can saves ££££££ doing things there self and some people really enjoy it
Thank you for you comment aswel it makes it all worth it thank you
Amazing job. Very specific and educational. Just one observation... open oil cap from top of engine as well when draining oil. Flows down better ...
Makes no difference as it's not air tight seal
Drains faster
I will give it a try one time and see thank you
I do love an insignia - I've had company cars for the last three years but getting my own car again next month and first job is this.! Thanks for sharing.
No worries there a great car Ioved mine goodluck with the service if you have any issues drop a comment on here
Great video. Everything explained in layman's terms. I got a 11 year old insignia 1.8 petrol and was looking how too change fuel filter. Since I don't think it ever had a change.
Your video gives me the confidence too give it a shot myself.
Thank you for your comment
Glad you like the video
Let me know how you get on
Thanks again 😉
Thank you just bought an Insignia Estate and couldn't find the Oil filter. I don't think it was ever changed. Thanks again wouldn't have found it as easy if you didn't post the video.👍
That's great to hear Tommy I'm glad it helped.
I'm about to start servicing. I doubt the garage I was using was doing it all. I always had to chase them to stamp the book, and it was always main service - never interim. So it was always more expensive. I did disks and brake shoes all round the car last week, now following this to fully service this coming Monday along with drop links and rear nearside spring in prep for MOT. (I have a 2014 Insignia, had it 10 years). Thanks lot mate, even at 5 years - this is gold! Subbed 🙂
That's great to hear Frank and thanks for your comment.
I do have a video replacing the rear springs for the insignia.
It's a shame I don't have cars to work on now hence no videos. Saying that tho I am about to fit new coil overs on my bmw 420 so I might video that.
If you have any issues or get stuck drop a comment on this video hopefully I see it pretty quickly
Thanks dave
this video is so helpful i had been a bit worried about doing it myself this has given me everything i need to complete my service now thank you again have now subscribed and watching more videos
thanks again
Thank you I appreciate you subscribing I'm glad you found it helpful hopefully you find more videos helpful
Defiantly 😊
Thanks Dean
Thanks for the detailed instruction...no frills and straight to the point
No worries bill, I'm glad you like it thanks you for watching
Hi there I don't want to sound daft but would this be a similar process for the face-lift insignia?
Many thanks on the video it was very helpful to watch
It's same principle but could be items in different locations
Great tip on the piece of card to divert the oil when undoing the oil filter casing.
Ye saves loads of mess
theres a VX tool made out of metal you can buy specially for this but cardboards free and just bin it when its done its job
the tip for cardboard drain was class! ( i made a slight mess the last time lol) thanks mate 👍👍👍
No problem thank you for the positive comment 👍
yep old cereal box works a treat-theres a VX tool made out of metal you can buy specially for this but cardboards free and just bin it when its done its job
I didn't know that good to know thanks for sharing
Thanks, great video. I've been servicing my cars for a while now and this video cleared a few things up on this particular car. I always put "Home Service" in the service book and keep all receipts to reference to....if only for my own benefit.
No worries Chris that's a good idea
that is a cracking video - gonna give all this a go - thanks. Wished you lived next door, be getting you to do it lol
😂😂😂 It's not to bad just make sure you have tye right tools and take your time and be safe under the car and you will be ok
Useful video, thanks. I can't see my fuel filter. It's a 2015 2l diesel.
Do I need to remove a cover to find it? Thanks 👍
I haven't worked on a 2015 model it may be in a different location
thank you I'm new owner Vauxhall insignia, I never changed fluid filter or pollen air filter. I will start to change now. thanks
No worries Ismael thank you for your comment
2015 vx line sri 2l diesel filter housing is shocking, the filter wouldn't budge and has resulted in a snapped fuel line as it spun off its bracket, just a heads up for others doing this model, ive a head ache from diesel fumes and now a head ache of sourcing the housing to go with it 😂 decent video mate all else was a breeze, thank you.
That's not good but no fault of your own that's the last person that worked on it. Shame it happened but glad you got it sorted well. Done
Thanks for the video, I have not long ago bought an insignia. I have never done anything on a car before and from your video, I did the air, pollen and fuel as it was so easy to do. Thanks again for the easy explanation. I may venture to do the oil soon, until then i'll get the garage to do.
Brilliant thank you for the feedback it's great to see it helping people
Hi, thanks for the help. Is it essential to change the oil pan drain plug? Thank you
No it isn't you can just get a new copper crush washer
But you don't have to replace any of it I do it for peace of mind
I’ve just started working on cars again after a 25 year Hiatus! My confidence is growing and your video has given me the additional confidence I need to continue to do it myself! I was going to use ramps and never thought about just jacking one side! How did you deal with the engine undertray?Thanks and great video btw!
That's great news. Be sure to use an ae stand when jacking one said. I just Jack the car up and remove the undertray
Very well simplified video. Easy to follow for a car owner who wants to do DIY.
Thank you for you comment really appreciate it hope the video helps you out
Great video. I have carried out my service on my 2016 vauxhall insignia 1.6ltr diesel and seems to have gone well. Only concern now is the engine management light is on. Looking through the Haynes Manual I have and online, is the engine management light on as there is too much oxygen in the system that the sensors are picking up and will clear/remove the engine management light if you continue to drive the car?
Is the maf meaning the mass air flow meter bad?
Sounds like that could be your fault
@Thediycarchannel haha! It has since cleared. I'm just in need if a obd scanner to clear the 'service' message on the dashboard. Thanks again for the step by step guide, made the self service very easy.
Thank you so much for this honestly I've been searching everywhere to find information about how to service my insignia, every garage I've visited priced me no lower than £245 I'm going to look at the parts now you've listed and hopefully pick them all up 👌
That's brilliant Danny Im glad you found it helpful
Great video mate..just completed my first full service from start to finish(2013 insignia 2l sri) using this video..perfectly explained throughout.
That's great news I'm really happy it helped you out thank you for the comment letting me know makes it all worth the time doing the videos and editing and uploads
Thanks for sharing your knowledge! You saved a lot of headaches for many !
No worries Paul thanks for your comment
Thanks man I learnt alot watching your video sir you keep it simple and easy to learn
No worries. I do try and thank you
great video - thanks for taking the time to make this & sharing. Cheers!
No worries ger I'm glad it helped
Had my car serviced at a garage but the oil is still black so not so sure if they did it or not. I have insignia 2010, I did read sometimes the oil can still go black after a service is this true? I’ll be checking the air filter to see if they have replaced that wish I watched your vid first. After first drive I had a message saying oil pressure warning turn off engine so did that turned it back on and didn’t have the warning but did notice after looking under the bonnet that they had even disconnected the radiator fan and not plugged it back in. Not even sure why it was disconnected. Any advice?
Oil can look black after a change. But not jet black normally like a bronze sort of colour. If you did like 100 miles then had a look it could seem black but if you checked it straight after it should look pretty clean.
No idea why fan was unplugged that's odd.
I would also be suspicious like you.
Hope this helps thanks Dave
@@Thediycarchannel the reason it went in was because the car went into limp mode and rac guy said only fault that came up was the exhaust temp sensor was high. So took it to garage and they replaced the sensor did a flush of the dpf as said it may not if regenerated if faulty sensor so had it serviced as well. I checked the oil after a drive as I had oil pressure low come up turn off engine message but that went after I switched it on again. Also had abs and anti skid lights come on a couple of times since it being serviced and two new tyers
I would take it back and query it especially the low oil pressure that's not good at all Darren
Fantastic video thanks for taking the time to upload this, its gave me the confidence to do my own now. quick question I have the insignia 2.0 cdti 2015 model, think its 170ps would it be the same kit as you used. thanks
Really thorough video with lots of tips. Thanks.
Thank you Steven and glad you found it helpful and informative
Great Video mate , I've always tried to do my own mechanics and servicing whenever possible, Vauxhalls are pretty basic and easy to work on and your video really helped - Some good tips along the way.
I owe you a pint.
That's brilliant Chris. I'm glad you found it helpful thanks for your positive feedback I appreciate it.
Honestly you owe me nothing my satisfaction comes from comments like yours I'm happy if your happy and if it saves you ££££££ it's a big win
Just finished all but the oil (which I do every 10k miles). Handy tip I came across - put a snug fitting wooden block between the car body and the filter body. This stops the fuel filter body from moving if the filter has been tightened to more than 25Nm (as mine had been!).
Good tip thank you
Nice video very informative only problem I have is the same light you had on won't go out tried the few steps I seen online but keeps coming back on I have obd torque app on phone can reset light but coms back in a day or 2 of driving. The light with spanner on it came on when prompted that oil has 38% on it.
Sounds like engine management light
Is there any codes coming up when you check it with obd
Also obd is a basic scanner so might not bring fault up
@@Thediycarchannel nó codes come up i was under the impression it was service light. Cheers for swift reply
@@ianfrancis2179 it could be but doesn't make sense that it keeps coming back on it happened to me and ended being glow plugs
Thank you for a very good video. You explained everything clearly and I'm about to to my insignia.
No worries at all. I'm glad you found it helpful thank you for watching
Sir! Would just like to say a big thank you!! I serviced my insignia today following your handy video and SUCCESS!! I’m pleased to say 😊 next project for me is the timing belt! 😬 but thank you thank you thank you!! 👍🏼
Hi mate, great video! Going to attempt this on my insignia. Quick question, how do i know ive tightened them to 25nm? Or is that the tool fitment id use? Sorry if daft question
No such thing as a daft question.
Your meant to use a torque wrench but I do it hand tight then probably about 1/4 of a turn it don't need to be mega tight.
If you can get a torque wrench that would be perfect
Doing oil change and all filters on mine plus cam belt , water pump, aux belt and tensioner and egr strip and clean too, had a look at your vid for a couple of reference points , so thanks for the upload, can you tell me though , when you did the fuel filter did you need remove any under panels to get to it ?
No worries for the video.
It's been quite a while since I did this but I belive it's just a black plastic canister and no panels
@Thediycarchannel OK thanks, I'll get under the car soon and find out, I heard because mine is the ecoflex it's all panels underneath apparently to make it less wind resistant
@stevelake9333 could be true I haven't worked on the ecoflex
I like the cardboard idea man . I will try it myself ,thanks man.
No worries thanks you for your comment
Hi there thank you so much for the video just wondering if this applied to 65 plate insignia?
No worries rob
I can't answer that this is the newest I have worked on I can't imagine it much different if it is
Spot on video mate. Clear and concise. Cheers.
Thank you for your comment 👍
Great video, just a little confused, you state the torque setting for the sump drain plug is 25 nm. but the HAYNES Insignia manual states 14nm.
Follow the Haynes manual you have. Mine says 25nm same as the oil filter housing
Class video. Is the under tray easy to come off as not keen on trying to change oil through the pull down flap.
Thank you
To take the drop down flap off you have to undo a few screws at the front then cut fabric tape at the rear this is why I left mine off
And if you leave flap on
You have to jack the car really high to fold it towards rear of car out the way
It's a pain
fantastic video very thorough helped me out big time thanks
No worries at all rich in happy it helped
One question. My car has a plastic shell on the base to protect the base of the engine. Do you need to take off the base plastic shell to change the oil and diesel filters?
Sorry didn't notify me of this message
Yes it needs removing to change engine oil it blocks access to the sump nut
If you watched video you would see the fuel filter isn't under the engine
Thanks. Very useful. Serviced my old car but only recently got a 2015 insignia and couldn't work out where the oil filter was. Can you not use a piece of tube over the filter drain and send it into a tub rather than the cardboard?
Yes I'm sure that would work but I just use cardboard
Just to let you know I had issues after changing fuel filter.Air in system. I opened the fuel tank cap and air gushed out which solved the problem...
Good to know I'm guessing it could be the heat possibly
Nice video thanks! My question (and I'm sorry if someone already asked this and I didn't check) can I fit a pod filter to my CDTI 160PS?
That's no worries mike any questions are welcome.
I'm not sure what you mean about a pod filter tho
Hi .great video. Can I use glow plugs without sensor on my insignia although the old ones are with sensor
No you will have to use the sensor type unfortunately
This is an excellent video very well put together. Have you got a link for the parts I have a 2.0l diesel on a 59 plate. Thanks
I don't sorry if the links are not in the discription and this is old so prices will be different and thank you James I appreciate your comment
Great video. Getting ready to do my first service the do you have a link for a sump nut? Not sure if they varie.
Good luck. I don't sorry. If you type in make and model of your car on Google one should pop up with a new crush washer
Got it many thanks.
@@MatthewPowers-t2b perfect
Hi please can you tell me why my insignia 2011 always loses the oil cap, I always tighten it but it always comes loose and enough oil is escaping from there.
Secondly, under the cabinet driver's side. After switching the engine off, there's this sound like long bip sound that slowly goes off.
The last. In the air system or hydraulic system, there's also sound like gas out of a cow. But only sometimes not always.
I want to be sure of what it's going on before I will go to mechanic. Sometimes it can be something that doesn't need a repair hope. Thanks
I'm sorry but really not sure.
One question I forgot to ask, did you jack up just one side of the vehicle or both sides to get underneath. If just one side, will this allow complete drainage of the oil from the sump? Thanks.
Both due to engine cover underneath and you need it quite high to fold it back
Thanks mate was just about to put my 1 into a garage but think am going to do it my self only thing av no got it a torque wrench set
You don't have to torque it but be careful the rated spec is not seriously tight you would be shocked
The DIY Car Channel cheers mate av got the stuff the day going to do it the mora let u no how a get on thanks again
Brilliant if you get stuck drop a comment on here will help the best I can
And sorry for a late reply to your original comment
The DIY Car Channel will do
Good luck
Great video....will be saving it for when my Insignia is due a service !
Thank you I appreciate your comment
Hope it helps you out
If you get stuck drop a comment on here
Thanks again 👍
What are the maintenance intervals for all the filters ?
I'm not really sure you be better checking your service manual for you car
Just did a full service with this video. Awesome. Thank you very much!
No probs thank you for your comment happy it helped you out
Nice work mate, need more of the DIY ppl with regular cars
Thank you
I used to have the same car only in silver, but I now have a ecoflex elite 2015 model, will it be the same set up as the older model. Thanks.
I'm not sure the newest one I have worked on is 2012 which was the same as the video
Can't see it Changing to much
Hi, at the end of your video (13min 30 secs) you are re-pressurising the fuel system by turning the ignition on and off ? - Does that mean the fuel pump is electric ?? Also what size is the OIL filter cover ? - I know you said the fuel filter was 36mm - But what size is the oil cover ??? it looks a bit smaller ? possibly a 34?
Yes its the fuel pump
The sizes should be in the video and in the discription I can't remember the sizes of the top of my head not had that car for over 3 years now
It's 32mm it's in the video discription all the tools and sizes are listed there
Mate this video is brilliant. I have changed the pollen filter and the air filter already from watching this tutorial. I will be tackling the oil change, oil filter and fuel filter as soon as I pick up my new trolley jack.... Then onto water pump and timing belt haha. Thanks for the tips and keep up the good work. SUBSCRIBED!!
PS. Are you definitely supposed to leave the white sheet on the new air filter when installing... my old filter didn't have one? I fitted it like you have in the video and left it on for now... just curious?
That's brilliant.
I'm not sure what you mean by the white sheet sorry what do you mean?
Thatnks for the sub and I'm glad you like the videos
@Thediycarchannel it's ok I have figured it out now... it's a pre-filter the manufacturer puts on the actual filter, usually for harsh environments and for larger debris. Completely normal and doesnt need removing.. Thanks again. 👍
@projectgaming3364 no worries. Glad you worked it out
Thanks for this, saw the other video but this one has a lot more detail.
Thank you that's why I made it again I thought the last one was lacking info glad you liked it thank you
Hi, wondering what tools I'll need. What size socket is the sump plug? Is it t25's for the undertray? And what size screws for the glove box? Cheers
I didn't have an undertray on my car it was taken off.
If I don't say what size it is in the video I don't know sorry I haven't owned the car for around 3 years now
Aside from jacking the car up and removing the drivers side wheel. Are you trying to angle the car in any way to aid drainage?
Thank you for the question
No not really it's on a level surface u can lower car to help it drain a bit more
But with regular oil changes that I do around every 3000-5000miles it makes no difference with a little left in there it would probably be 100ml-200ml possibly
Great video, very helpful and clear
Thanks jamie
For the fuel filter does it drain all the fuel in the system as I’ve a 3 quarter tank and don’t want to drain it all out
No only whats in the filter
@@Thediycarchannel safe bro
Great video well presented, card trick for the oil filter change worked a treat for me thanks for sharing 👍🏻
No probs happy it helped thank you
Another good tip is to take the sump off and wash it in a parts washer, thats what my tutor in college done when he seviced his own cars.
Yes you could but that could invoke a lot more work on some vehicles. I think that is over kill myself if you do regular oil changes there's no need to remove the sump. But if you wanted to there's no harm in doing so
Nice video. Thanks for making it. I am trying to do a fuel filter change but the garage that did it last has put the nut on way too tight - stupidly tight, and I can't undo it. I am using a 36mm socket and wrench. The fuel filter is housed on the tank and there have been reports that people have actually cracked the plastic housing bracket and tank trying to change the fuel filter when it has been put on too tight. I have tried WD40 on the mating surface of the housing but so far I can't get it undone. The other way is to unclip the fuel housing unit from the car entirely and try to unscrew it on the workbench but this seems a very big job with all that fuel. Any thoughts? Thanks once again.
Thank you RJ I appreciate it.
If it's as right as you say and you have tried everything your last resort of the work bench may be your only option. Especially if it's going to stop you damaging it. Sorry I can't be more help
The only thing I would try is penatrating oil it's a spray orange and black can 3 in1 brand
Thanks very much, will try the spray. If I get it undone I will let you know...
Got my fingers crossed for you RJ
Is it easy enough to do fuel filter without jacking the car? I have no axle stands and just the standard scissor jack the car came with, auppose could use that, wary tho with no axle stand. Great video btw. Always someone who will need it.
You would need to jack it up for clearance really unless you have a high curb near by you can park on.
Use your scissor jack but put somthing under the car incase it falls also the wheels will. Still be on
Really helpful video. After what my local garage charged me for an oil and filter change on my diesel Insignia last time I'm going to do it myself this time. I have been looking at those vacuum pumps to get the oil out. They look like they save a lot of time and faffing. Any thoughts on that method?
Never done it myself. I would prefer to remove sump nut and drain as much as possible out
Great Video
Wich nut for the oil filter? Also 36 Nut?
No that's the filter it should be in the video discription or I will say in the video been a while now can't remember sorry
Alright thank you ❤️🙏🏼
No worries b
Great video just done the pollen and air filter, totally agree only use branded filters the one Arnold Clarke serviced my car with had fallen apart
Thank you sometimes the better quality ain't to much more money it's mad
That can be the problem with garages some of them not all of them
Great job mate, very helpful instructions 👍
Thank you Marcin its good to hear when the videos help
Thanks for video . Any problems with Ur dpf after u put edge oil in ?
No dpf was fine after oil change
Never had issues with dpf on the insignia
Excellent video. Many thanks.
No worries Andy thank you
Can you change the fuel pump sender without dropping the exhaust and the tank on my insignia 2012 thanks
I have never done one so I'm not sure sorry
Have you lifted the back seat to see if you can access it that way ?
@@Thediycarchannel I’m going by Haynes manual it says drop it
@@johnmoseley4141 o maybe that's the only way then it's a job I have never done or even looked in to
I would double check online to see if you can get access under the seat just incase
@@Thediycarchannel ok thanks for your time
Thank you. I'll give it a go next weekend.
No worries Allen goodluck
Thank you for such a good video. Unfortunately it made me attempt this. I couldn’t get the oil drain plug undone. Far too tight and rounded off. Any suggestions on how to remove?
That's not good if u don't have tools you will need to take it to a garage unfortunately
And with out seeing it it's hard to advise sorry
Obviously some idiot over tightened it
Another fantastic video thank you. as always clear concise and informative with great clarity. 👍👍
Really appreciate your kind comment thank you people like you make it worth the effort of doing the videos so thanks again 👍
Thanks for the video, my insignia is coming up with the message, service needed, if i change oil and filters etc , how do i get rid of the message
No problem
Is in the video near the end how to reset the service light
Can't remember off hand
Hi mate I have the same vehicle but the cambelt has snapped whilst driving could u possibly shed any light as to how much work it requires to repair or is the engine scrap as some people I've spoken to have told me.thanku
Won't be worth repairing the engine unfortunately
Would of done a lot of damage inside the engine pistons valves etc
You may be able to find a replacement engine and get a garage to fit it but that won't be to cheap either and then it's not knowing the quality of then engine
Most will advise scrap it a d get another car
Sorry to hear that's happened to you happened to me once 😭
It's horrible
Thanku mate much appreciated!!!
No problem sorry I couldn't help
Hi I've bought a 2010 insignia. I know it needs a service but I was wondering if you know what could be causing the car to struggle starting. It takes a lot of effort for the car to turn over. Could it be a blockage. Because once its started it's fine. But it's really Russian roulette getting her started it can be a real strain kn the battery. Any advice would be gratefully received.
Nigel from ireland
Could be a few issues Nigel will list them below
.Lazy battery not putting the amps out.
Lazy starter motor or faulty .
Pressure building in the engine due to blocked breathers , or maybe injector seals gone.
Blocked exhaust system i.e dpf or cats maybe
If it was winter I would say glow plugs
Have the battery checked first just incase it don't have the amps meaning it don't have the cranking power needed
Then crank seals etc there is an endless list
Without seeing and hearing it it's very hard to point to what it could be and even when you hear it will still be a process of Elimination
Hi,
The video you did is brilliant, thank you for that.
You help me a lot...
I have one question for you, maybe you can support...
I can not see the oil consumption on top on my mileage- on car PC screen. I see only mileage.
Is there any way to turn ON that, so I can see also oil consumption?
Thank you.
Thank you means a lot
Not sure what you mean about consumption
You can only see the milage count down to next oil change
Hope this helps
Thank you
I just did the full service but I forgot to lubricate the rubber sealings on the oil filter, will that be a problem? The oil filter was also quite hard to attach since it didnt stick to the housing, but i eventually managed and it did screw back on nicely. What do you think will i have problems? i did use the same filter as you, also been driving the car for 3 days no problems
You would of seen an oil Leak by now if you damaged to o ring so it should be OK
@@Thediycarchannel alright thanks man appreciate it. super video aswell, made everything alot easier
No worries lucas I'm glad it helped thanks Dave
How long to idle the engine for oil filter and refill?
Not long just so it's Luke warm to the touch just so the oil is a little thinner helps it flow
Hi I am wondering if you can advise me Ive a 2011 cdti insignia but the radio display is dead checked all fuses all good took out units all conections are good too any advice appreciated thanks
Maybe it's dead if all the wiring and fuses are ok it can't be anything else
Have you checked the back of the unit for a small fuse ?
Not sure if they have one but worth a look
Thanks for making the video. The car service Centre's are charging astronomical prices. It is like they only 25% less then the dealer. You saved yourself a fortune. Also you can be happy that you put quality parts, whereas with some Centre's you just are not sure.
No problem at all thank you
I agree 💯 that's why I wanted to shared an how to video it's not difficult and I know ever job was done and like I said with quality parts
Alright mate what bolts are they on the under tray that covers the fuel filter?
There isn't a cover a don't think from what I remember the fuel filter is under the offside rear passenger door sort of area tucker up
@@Thediycarchannel yeah my osr has under tray unfortunately haha
I don't think mine did
Air Filter Box - What is the small, thin hose under the main air intake pipe? 1cm hole into the bottom corner of the air filter box. Mine is dangling out of there, not sure if I may have pushed through a grommet when cleaning it out today. Any description? I can't find anything on the web. Many thanks.
Would just be a breather hose more than likely put it back where it came from
@@Thediycarchannel - Thank you. Drives normally. There's nothing to hold it in. Does yours have a grommet? The hole is bigger than the hose. Other end of the hose just goes towards the ground, doesn't connect to anywhere.
My insignia is gone now so I can't look sorry I have a friend with an insignia I will ask him if I can look at his
What insignia do you have ? And age
@@Thediycarchannel - Excellent. Oct 2011 CDTI, A20DTH, 118kw, 160bhp
It's the same one lol I will ask him
Very clear instructions, thanks for posting. Is the fuel filter on 2014 Zafira tourer dti in the same place? Thanks again.
That's no problem thank you
And I'm not sure never serviced a zafira sorry
Good video! Do you need a new sump plug & washer Or just washer?
Any idea on the size of the washer?
I just got a new sump plug it was like £2 new so easier to buy new
Hi was just wondering if that draper torque wrench is any good? Cheers
Ye it seems good quality for the money and it still works like new
@@Thediycarchannel cheers for that just ordered myself one
No worries Jamie
great vid well explained for the not so handy car person like my self, gonna try it my self and save quids, thanks
Thank you it's an easy job just make sure you have the right sockets sizes etc and it's a breeze and don't over fill the oil just take your time putting it in and it will all be good
@@Thediycarchannel, hi mate, could you please fully service my 2011 Insignia Sri? Plus its giving me a couple problems like less power when going up hills even with the peddle fully down and that's only in 3rd gear. Finally when taking it to 45 - 50 mph it feels like it's gonna stall and I feel a hesitation coming from the front of car.
I don't know nothing about cars and I don't wanna get ripped off by any garages. I'd be so happy if you could fix these problems for us.
Take care hope to hear from you soon.
Send me a private message here see if we can sort something out it depends where you live
davidbutler2008@hotmail.co.uk
If I can help you out I will
The hesitation could be a long list of things
Injectors , maf , turbo , blocked filters
Send me an email we can go from there
My 2013 118kw 2.0 insignia had the same problem,the force disappeared because the turbo switch off for this reason, the egr cooler housing gasket was worn_out which led to the coolant entering the intake manifold(sorry my bad english)
Great video 👍
Just wondering if 2015 vxline insignia filter's in same location as 2013
I'm not sure I can't see why not tho
Unless they changed the design
Hi. One more question. Is there a cover over the fuel filter that you have to remove to access it. Had a quick look under and couldn't see it but looks like there's a plastic cover which I am guessing it is under?
No I don't remember mine having and covers
It's underneath but the rear door on the drivers side
Cheers for the video very helpful I just bougth a 132 reg vauxhall insignia 2.0l 163 bhp limited edition and I'm noticing a loud howling noise inside car when I drive at around 40km an hour, would this be wheel bearing issue as I've just put 4 new tyres on and also had it it tracked and balanced
That's no problem at all thank you for your comment
Howling ?
Bearings are more of a humming / wining sort of sound
If you can explain more about it or send me a video to my email if you can get the sound on video I will help best I can
thediycarchannel88@gmail.com
Sounds like tge turbo boost sensor. I replaced mine, 5 min job and howling gone 👍