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Condition Value
expand_moreAir intake system
Intake manifold 25.81 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCylinder head
expand_moreCamshaft bearing
3.0 with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 154 HP at 5400 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 3800 RPM engine (1985.9–1987.8) 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreValve cover
3.0 with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 154 HP at 5400 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 3800 RPM engine (1985.9–1987.8) 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine block
expand_moreConnecting rod bearing
3.0 with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 154 HP at 5400 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 3800 RPM engine (1985.9–1987.8) 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCrankshaft central screws
3.0 with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 154 HP at 5400 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 3800 RPM engine (1985.9–1987.8) 88.51 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFlywheel
3.0 with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 154 HP at 5400 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 3800 RPM engine (1985.9–1987.8) 44.25 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreMain bearing
3.0 with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 154 HP at 5400 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 3800 RPM engine (1985.9–1987.8) 81.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine control
expand_moreCamshaft timing gear
3.0 with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 154 HP at 5400 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 3800 RPM engine (1985.9–1987.8) 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreChain tensioner
3.0 with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 154 HP at 5400 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 3800 RPM engine (1985.9–1987.8) 36.88 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine lubrication
expand_moreOil drain plug
3.0 with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 154 HP at 5400 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 3800 RPM engine (1985.9–1987.8) 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil filter housing
3.0 with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 154 HP at 5400 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 3800 RPM engine (1985.9–1987.8) 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil sump
3.0 with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 154 HP at 5400 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 3800 RPM engine (1985.9–1987.8) 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine management
expand_moreLambda sensor
3.0 with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 154 HP at 5400 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 3800 RPM engine (1985.9–1987.8) 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust system
Exhaust manifold 25.81 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreIgnition system
expand_moreSpark plugs
3.0 with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 154 HP at 5400 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 3800 RPM engine (1985.9–1987.8) 29.5 lbf⋅ft

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1985 Opel Senator 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.

Conquer your fears and never give up!

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 Senator 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 1985 Opel Senator you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

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