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Talbot Samba (1981-1996) service & repair manuals

A repair manual for your Talbot Samba (1981-1996)? Here are detailed shop manuals for DIY service and repairs on Talbot cars. Get step-by-step instructions for maintenance, troubleshooting, and parts replacement.

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Talbot Samba - All models (1982-1986) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual

Haynes Repair Manual covering the Talbot Samba.

Versions: LE, LS, Style, GL, LS, Roller, Trio, S, GLS, Rallye and Cabriolet.

Petrol engines: 1.0 (954 cc), 1.1 (1124 c) and 1.4 (1360 cc).

Production years: 1982-1986.

This Haynes manual for the Talbot Samba describes service and repair of the petrol engines (timing gear, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals and radiator).
It also includes procedures for the heater, fuel system, exhaust, starting and charging system.

Additionally this DIY guide describes work on the clutch, gearbox, driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering gear, body, interior, and electrical system.

  • Step-by-step instructions with hundreds of detailed photos guide you through every job.
  • Based on a complete vehicle strip-down and rebuild.
  • Includes a maintenance schedule, technical specifications, torque wrench settings, and troubleshooting tables.
  • Clear and detailed wiring diagrams.

Product details

Details:197 pages, 27 x 21 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 in, hardback
Illustrations:hundreds of photos and drawings
Publisher:Haynes Publishing (GB, 1988)
Series:Haynes Service and Repair Manual (0823)
ISBN:9781850103653

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Talbot Samba - All models (1982-1986) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual (0823)

Talbot Samba - All models (1982-1986)

Language: English

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Talbot Samba - LS, GL, GLS, Cabriolet, Rallye (1982-1986) | Revue Technique Automobile RTA 422.4

Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 422) repair manual covering the Talbot Samba.

Versions: LS, GL, GLS, Cabriolet and Rallye.

Petrol engines:

Talbot Simca Samba Hayon (11/1981-01/1986):
- 1.0i (954 cc, 31 kW/42 hp, 108C / XV8)
- 1.0i (954 cc, 33 kW/45 hp, XV5 / 1083)
- 1.1i (1124 cc, 37 kW/50 hp, 1093 / XW7)
- 1.2i (1219 cc, 66 kW/90 hp, 129D / XZ7R)
- 1.4i (1360 cc, 44 kW/60 hp, 88 / XY6B- 0
- 1.4i (1360 cc, 53 kW/72 hp, 150 / XY6B)
- 1.4i (1360 cc, 59 kW/80 hp, 150B / XY8)

Talbot Simca Samba Cabriolet (05/1982-01/1986):
- 1.0i (954 cc, 33 kW/45 hp, XV5 / 1083)
- 1.4i (1360 cc, 44 kW/60 hp, 88 / XY6B- 0
- 1.4i (1360 cc, 53 kW/72 hp, 150 / XY6B)
- 1.4i (1360 cc, 59 kW/80 hp, 150B / XY8)

Production years: 1982-1986.

This Revue Technique for the Talbot Samba describes extensively service and repair of the petrol engines (including timing gear, cylinder head, lubrication, coolant pump and fuel system).

This RTA repair manual also covers work on the clutch, transmission, driveshafts, steering system, suspension, wheel hubs, brakes, electric equipment and body.

  • Includes adjustment data, torque wrench settings and wiring diagrams.
  • An integral owner's handbook provides information on operation and daily maintenance.
  • Additional chapter with tips and a checklist to prepare for the MOT test.

Product details

Details:130 pages, 27 x 21 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 in, paperback
Illustrations:hundreds of photos and drawings
Publisher:ETAI (F)
Series:Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 422.4)
ISBN:9782726842249

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Talbot Samba - LS, GL, GLS, Cabriolet, Rallye (1982-1986) | Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 422.4)

Talbot Samba - LS, GL, GLS, Cabriolet, Rallye (1982-1986)

Language: French

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Talbot Samba - LS, GL, GLS, Cabriolet (ab 10/1981) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Talbot Samba.

Versions: LS, GL, GLS and convertible.

Petrol engines:
- 1.0 L (954 cc, engine code 5C1)
- 1.1 L (1124 cc, 5A1)
- 1.4 L (1361 cc, 5K2).

Production years: since 10/1981.

Pages of the book [0694] Talbot Samba (ab 10/1981) (1)

This Bucheli repair manual for the Talbot Samba 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 9th edition (1983).

Product details

Details:130 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photos and drawings
Publisher:Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2017)
Series:Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (694)
ISBN:9783716816103

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Talbot Samba - LS, GL, GLS, Cabriolet (ab 10/1981) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (694)

Talbot Samba - LS, GL, GLS, Cabriolet (ab 10/1981)

Language: German

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Years covered: 1981 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986