Opel Rekord E (1977-1986): Service and Repair Manuals

Opel Rekord E - essence et Diesel (1975-1980) | Revue Technique Automobile RTA 402

Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 402) covering the Opel Rekord E, saloon and Caravan estate, petrol and diesel.
Petrol engines: 2.0 S.
Diesel engines: 2.1 D and 2.3 D.
Production years: 1975-1980.

This Revue Technique for the Opel Rekord E covers extensively service and repair of the petrol and diesel engines (including timing gear, cylinder head, lubrication, coolant pump and fuel system), clutch, transmission, driveshafts, steering system, suspension, wheel hubs, brakes, electric equipment and body.

Except adjustment data contains this manual also wiring diagrams and an integral owner's handbook for operation and maintenance. Additional chapter with tips and a checklist to prepare for the MOT test.

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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

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.

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Opel Rekord E - 1.8, 2.0, 2.2 (9/1982-1986) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

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

Versions: 1.8 N, 1.8 S, 1.8 Kat, 2.0 N, 2.0 S, 2.0 E and 2.2 I.

Petrol engines: 1.8, 2.0 and 2.2 litre, 75-115 hp.

Production years: 1982-1986.

This Bucheli manual on the Opel Rekord E 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.

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Opel Rekord E - 17, 19, 20, 20S, 20E (8/1977-9/1982) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

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

Versions: 17, 19, 20, 20S and 20E.

Petrol engines: 1.7, 1.9 and 2.0 litre.

Production years: 8/1977-9/1982.

This Bucheli manual on the Opel Rekord E 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.

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Opel Rekord E - Benziner | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst

Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 75, reprint) for the Opel Rekord E.

Versions: S, Luxus, Berlina, LS, GL, GLS and CD.

Petrol engines:
- 1.7 L (44 kW/60 hp) (1.7)
- 1.8 L (55 kW/75 hp) (1.8)
- 1.8 L (66 kW/90 hp) (1.8 S)
- 1.8 L (74 kW/100 hp) (1.8 i)
- 1.9 L (55 kW/75 hp) (1.9)
- 2.0 L (66 kW/90 hp) (2.0)
- 2.0 L (74 kW/100 hp) (2.0 S)
- 2.0 L (81 kW/110 hp) (2.0 E)
- 2.2 L (85 kW/115 hp) (2.2 i).

Production years: 1977-1982.

Exclusions: This manual does not cover the diesel engines.

• This repair manual on the Opel Rekord E 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 7th edition (1988).

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Opel Rekord E - Diesel (ab 8/1977) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Opel Rekord E Diesel.

Production years: since 8/1977.

This Bucheli manual on the Opel Rekord E Diesel provides detailed instructions for work on the diesel engine (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 5th edition (1983).

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