Vauxhall passenger cars: diesel engines - service and repair

Vauxhall / Opel Astra 1.5 - 1.6 - 1.7 litre Diesel Engine (1982-1996) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual

Haynes workshop manual on the Opel / Vauxhall diesel engines, as mounted in the Opel Astra, Corsa, Kadett and Vectra (as well as Vauxhall Astramax, Belmont, Cavalier and Nova).

Versions:
- 1.5 (1488 cc, 15D), 1.5 Turbo (1488 cc, 15DT)
- 1.6 (1598 cc, 16D and 16DA)
- 1.7 (1686 and 1699 cc, 17D and 17DR)
- 1.7 Turbo (1686 and 1699 cc, 17DTL and 17DT).

Production years: 1982-1996.

Exclusions: Please note that this manual does not cover the engines supplied by Isuzu.

Using photos and step-by-step instructions this Haynes manual guides you through the maintenance and repair of the Opel 1.5, 1.6 and 1.7 litre diesel engines (timing gear, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump and seals).
It also includes procedures for the cooling system (coolant pump and thermostat), the fuel system, the starting and charging system.

• Step-by-step instructions with detailed photos.
• Based on a complete strip-down and rebuild.
• Includes a maintenance schedule, technical specifications, torque wrench settings and troubleshooting tables.

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