1.8 E with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 99 HP at 5200 RPM, 140 N⋅m at 3000 RPM engine (1985.5–1986.8)
16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
expand_moreCylinder head
expand_moreCamshaft bearing
1.8 E with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 99 HP at 5200 RPM, 140 N⋅m at 3000 RPM engine (1985.5–1986.8)
5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
expand_moreValve cover
1.8 E with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 99 HP at 5200 RPM, 140 N⋅m at 3000 RPM engine (1985.5–1986.8)
5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine block
expand_moreConnecting rod bearing
expand_more1.8 E with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 99 HP at 5200 RPM, 140 N⋅m at 3000 RPM engine (1985.5–1986.8)
First stage
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
30°30°30°
expand_moreCrankshaft central screws
expand_more1.8 E with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 99 HP at 5200 RPM, 140 N⋅m at 3000 RPM engine (1985.5–1986.8)
First stage
95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
40–50°40–50°40–50°
expand_moreCrankshaft pulley
1.8 E with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 99 HP at 5200 RPM, 140 N⋅m at 3000 RPM engine (1985.5–1986.8)
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreFlywheel
expand_more1.8 E with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 99 HP at 5200 RPM, 140 N⋅m at 3000 RPM engine (1985.5–1986.8)
First stage
47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Second stage
30°30°30°
Third stage
15°15°15°
expand_moreMain bearing
expand_more1.8 E with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 99 HP at 5200 RPM, 140 N⋅m at 3000 RPM engine (1985.5–1986.8)
First stage
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
45°45°45°
Third stage
15°15°15°
expand_moreEngine control
expand_moreCamshaft timing gear
expand_more1.8 E with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 99 HP at 5200 RPM, 140 N⋅m at 3000 RPM engine (1985.5–1986.8)
First stage
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
60°60°60°
Third stage
15°15°15°
expand_moreEngine lubrication
expand_moreOil drain plug
1.8 E with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 99 HP at 5200 RPM, 140 N⋅m at 3000 RPM engine (1985.5–1986.8)
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
expand_moreOil filter housing
1.8 E with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 99 HP at 5200 RPM, 140 N⋅m at 3000 RPM engine (1985.5–1986.8)
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
expand_moreOil sump
1.8 E with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 99 HP at 5200 RPM, 140 N⋅m at 3000 RPM engine (1985.5–1986.8)
5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
expand_moreExhaust system
expand_moreExhaust manifold
1.8 E with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 99 HP at 5200 RPM, 140 N⋅m at 3000 RPM engine (1985.5–1986.8)
16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreIgnition system
expand_moreSpark plugs
1.8 E with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 99 HP at 5200 RPM, 140 N⋅m at 3000 RPM engine (1985.5–1986.8)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1986 Opel Rekord Wagon user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.
Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Opel warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.
DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Opel Rekord Wagon service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.
Doing basic service for your 1986 Opel Rekord Wagon you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.