| Stock Code: B530B | | Publisher Code: HA3502 | | ISBN 10: 1859605028 | | Dimensions: 210x280mm | | Illustrations: Hard Bound, b/w ill |
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Models Covered
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Holden Calibra (Vauxhall/Opel) models with 2.0 litre (1998CC) 8 & 16-valve 4 cylinder engines, including special/limited editions.
Does not cover 2.5 litre V6 engine or 4x4 models.
Production years:
1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997 and 1998.
Inside the Manual
- Basic maintenance - simple weekly checks
- Service your car - complete step-by-step guide
- Fault finding - pinpoint specific problems easily
- Roadside Emergencies - how to deal with them
- Pass the MOT step-by-step test checks
- Reference section includes a detailed glossary
- Braking system safety checks and repairs
- Fuel and ignition systems -- explained
- Electrical system fault finding and repairs
- Engine tune-up, minor and major repairs
- Wiring diagrams - easy-to-follow layout
- Fully indexed - find information quickly
Holden Calibra Introduction
The Calibra covered by this manual was first introduced to the UK market in June 1990. The engine and other mechanical components are based on the Cavalier, but the bodywork has been redesigned for improved aerodynamics with a drag coefficient of only 0.26, lower than any other production four-seater in the world when it was introduced. This manual covers models with non-turbo petrol engines and front-wheel-drive. Turbo and four-wheel drive is available on certain other models.
The engines covered in this manual are:
- The 2.0 litre C20NE single overhead camshaft (SOHC) engine with Motronic M1.5 injection/ignition.
- The 2.0 litre C2OXE double overhead camshaft (DOHC) engine with Motronic 2.5 or 2.8 injection/ignition. This was produced until 1995 and then discontinued.
- The 2.0 litre X2OXEV (DONC) engine, introduced in 1994 as a
replacement for the C2OXE. This engine is the `ECOTEC' type, designed to meet strict EEC exhaust gas limits for 1996 and has Simtec injection/ignition. All the engines are of well-proven design and, provided regular maintenance is carried out, are unlikely to give trouble. The body styles are all Coupe, and the DTM model introduced in 1995 is fitted with a rear spoiler and a lowered sports suspension. Five-speed manual transmission is available on all models, and four-speed automatic transmission is available as an option on C2ONE and X2OXEV models. A wide range of standard and optional equipment is available within the Calibra range to suit most tastes. Safety features include a full-size driver's airbag from 1993, and a passenger airbag from 1994. Anti-lock braking is fitted as standard to all models.
For the home mechanic, the Calibra is a straightforward vehicle to maintain, and most of the items requiring frequent attention are easily accessible. |
