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Opel Ascona A (1970-1975) repair manuals

Find the best Opel Ascona A (1970-1975) repair manuals here. Detailed step-by-step guides for easy DIY service and repairs on Opel cars. Clear instructions for maintenance, troubleshooting, and parts replacement.

Opel Ascona A, Manta A (1970-1975) | Autobooks Owners Workshop Manual

Autobooks repair manual for the Opel models:
- Ascona 1.6 S, 1900, 1900 SR and Voyage / Caravan
- Manta 1.6 S, Rallye, 1900 and Berlinetta.

Petrol engines: 1.6 L (1584 cc) and 1.9 L (1897 cc).

Production years: 1970-1975.

This Autobooks Manual for the Opel Ascona A and Manta A provides comprehensive step-by-step instructions for work on the engine, fuel system, ignition and cooling.
Covers also the clutch, gearbox, rear axle, front and rear suspension, steering box, brakes, the electrical system and the body.

  • Includes tables with detailed service data and torque specifications.
  • Complete with wiring diagrams.

Product details

Details:142 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photos, drawings and exploded views
Publisher:Autobooks / Brooklands Books (GB, 1981)
Series:Autobooks Owners Workshop Manual (OWM 811)
ISBN:9781783181292

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Cover repair manual Opel Ascona A, Manta A (1970-1975)

Opel Ascona A, Manta A (1970-1975)

Language: English

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Opel Ascona A (8/1970-8/1975), Ascona B (8/1975-8/1981) / Manta A (8/1970-8/1975), Manta B (8/1975-6/1988) | So wird's gemacht

Workshop manual from the German series So wird's gemacht (nr. 36) for the Opel models:
- Ascona A (08/1970-08/1975)
- Ascona B (08/1975-08/1981)
- Manta A (08/1970-08/1975)
- Manta B (08/1975-06/1988)

Petrol engines:
- 1.2 L (40 kW/50 hp, 44 kW/60 hp)
- 1.3 L (44 kW/60 hp, 55 kW/75 hp)
- 1.6 L (44 kW/60 hp, 50 kW/68 hp, 55 kW/75 hp, 59 kW/80 hp)
- 1.8 L (66 kW/90 hp)
- 1.9 L (55 kW/75 hp, 65 kW/88 hp, 66 kW/90 hp, 77 kW/105 hp)
- 2.0 L (66 kW/90 hp, 74 kW/100 hp, 81 kW/110 hp)
- 2.0 L (79 kW/107 hp, with catalytic converter).

The initial section of this manual for the Opel Ascona A + B and Manta A + B covers inspection and daily maintenance of the petrol engines, transmission, brakes, steering and body (including the electrical system, windscreen wipers, lighting and heating or air conditioning).

Furthermore, this book provides detailed guidance on the following components:
- Suspension (replacement of driveshafts, springs and shock absorbers), steering (ball joints) and brakes (discs, brake linings and handbrake).
- Electrical system (battery, voltage regulator and starter motor).
- Dismantling and assembly of the engine cylinder head and cam drive, including replacement of the v-belt and the timing belt or chain.
- The lubricating system with the oil pump.
- The cooling system (replacement of radiator, thermostat and cooling fan).
- The fuel system (air filter, fuel pump and fuel filter) and exhaust (replacement of mufflers).
- Interior: removal and refitting of the dashboard, instrument panel, consoles, interior trim and seats.
- Body: dismantling and assembly of bumpers, fenders, bonnet, tailgate, doors, window mechanisms, locks and mirrors.

  • Extensive technical specifications, adjustment data and torque wrench settings.
  • Clear wiring diagrams of the main circuits.

Product details

Author:Rüdiger Etzold
Details:26 x 19.5 cm / 10.25 x 7.7 in, paperback
Illustrations:476 photos and drawings
Publisher:Delius Klasing Verlag GmbH (D, 2014)
Series:So wird's gemacht (36)
ISBN:9783768804127

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Cover repair manual Opel Ascona A (8/1970-8/1975), Ascona B (8/1975-8/1981) / Manta A (8/1970-8/1975), Manta B (8/1975-6/1988)

Opel Ascona A (8/1970-8/1975), Ascona B (8/1975-8/1981) / Manta A (8/1970-8/1975), Manta B (8/1975-6/1988)

Language: German

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Opel Ascona A - 12S, 16, 16S, 19S (8/1970-8/1975) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Opel Ascona A.

Versions: 12S, 16, 16S and 19S.

Petrol engines: 1.2, 1.6 and 1.9 L.

Production years: 8/1970-8/1975.

Pages of the book [0186] Opel Ascona A (8/1970-8/1975) (1)

This Bucheli repair manual for the Opel Ascona A provides detailed instructions for work on the petrol engines (removal - refitting, crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, distribution, valves, oil pump, cooling, fuel system).
Covers also the clutch, gearbox (only removal and installation), driveshafts, steering system, front and rear suspension, brakes, electrical system and the exhaust.

  • Includes comprehensive technical data and torque wrench settings.
  • Clear wiring diagrams.
  • Reprint of the 2nd edition (1980).

Product details

Details:132 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photos and drawings
Publisher:Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2017)
Series:Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (186)
ISBN:9783716812457

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Cover repair manual Opel Ascona A - 12S, 16, 16S, 19S (8/1970-8/1975)

Opel Ascona A - 12S, 16, 16S, 19S (8/1970-8/1975)

Language: German

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