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Opel Rekord D (1971-1977): Service and Repair Manuals

A repair manual on your Opel Rekord D (1971-1977)? Explore here workshop manuals for service and repair of Opel cars. They provide detailed instructions for troubleshooting and parts replacement.

Opel Rekord C (08/1966-01/1972), Rekord D (01/1972-08/1977), Rekord E (08/1977-08/1986) - Benziner | So wird's gemacht

Workshop manual from the German series So wird's gemacht (nr. 42) on the Opel models:
- Rekord C (08/1966-01/1972)
- Rekord D (01/1972-08/1977)
- Rekord E (08/1977-08/1986).

Petrol engines:
- 1.5 L (43 kW/58 hp, 44 kW/60 hp)
- 1.7 L (44 kW/60 hp, 49 kW/66 hp, 55 kW/75 hp, 61 kW/83 hp)
- 1.8 L (55 kW/75 hp, 66 kW/90 hp)
- 1.9 L (55 kW/75 hp, 66 kW/90 hp, 71 kW/97 hp, 78 kW/106 hp)
- 2.0 L (66 kW/90 hp, 74 kW/100 hp, 81 kW/110 hp).

The initial section of this manual on the Opel Rekord C, D and E petrol models 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.
Author:Rüdiger Etzold
Specs:270 pages, 26 x 19.5 cm / 10.25 x 7.7 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photos and drawings
Publisher:Delius Klasing Verlag GmbH (D, 2016)
Series:So wird's gemacht (42)
ISBN:9783768804530

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Opel Rekord C (08/1966-01/1972), Rekord D (01/1972-08/1977), Rekord E (08/1977-08/1986) - Benziner | So wird's gemacht

Opel Rekord C (08/1966-01/1972), Rekord D (01/1972-08/1977), Rekord E (08/1977-08/1986) - Benziner

Language: German

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Opel Rekord D, Commodore B | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst

Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 36, reprint) for the Opel Rekord D and Commodore B.

Production years: 1971-1977

Pages of the book [JH 036] Opel Rekord D, Commodore B (1)
  • This repair manual on the Opel Rekord D and Commodore B describes maintenance and repair of the petrol engines: the lubricating system, cooling, fuel system, filters and exhaust.
  • Covers also the clutch and transmission, the suspension, the steering system, the servo unit and the brakes, the electrical system (including windscreen wipers and lighting), the interior and the body.
  • This manual contains also adjustment data and a maintenance schedule.
  • Reprint of the 2nd edition (1974).
Author:Dieter Korp
Specs:258 pages, 22 x 15.5 cm / 8.7 x 6.1 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photos and drawings
Publisher:Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2017)
Series:Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst (36)
ISBN:9783879432806

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Opel Rekord D, Commodore B | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst

Opel Rekord D, Commodore B

Language: German

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Opel Rekord II - 1.7, 1.7 S, 1.9 SH / 2.1 Diesel (1972-10/1977) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Opel Rekord II.

Versions: 1.7, 1.7 S, 1.9 SH and 2.1 Diesel.

Petrol engines: 1.7 and 1.9 litre.

Diesel engines: 2.1 litre.

Production years: 1972-10/1977.

Pages of the book [0220] Opel Rekord II - 1.7-1.9/2.1 Diesel (72-77) (1)

This Bucheli manual on the Opel Rekord II provides detailed instructions for work on the petrol and diesel 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.
Specs:168 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photos and drawings
Publisher:Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2012)
Series:Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (220-221)
ISBN:9783716812846

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Opel Rekord II - 1.7, 1.7 S, 1.9 SH / 2.1 Diesel (1972-10/1977) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Opel Rekord II - 1.7, 1.7 S, 1.9 SH / 2.1 Diesel (1972-10/1977)

Language: German

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