Diesel engine power system Opel Kadett D

Diesel fuel system — general description
The fuel system includes the fuel tank, fuel lines, fuel pump with injectors and fuel filter. The fuel tank is located at the rear under the rear seat. The...

Instructions for working on the fuel injection device
When performing work, the following cleanliness rules should be carefully observed: 1 - Before removing parts, thoroughly clean the connection area and around...

Replacing and draining sediment from the fuel filter
Water is drained from the filter every 5,000 km, the filter is replaced every 30,000 km. Draining water Place a container underneath to collect the sediment....

Checking and adjusting idle speed
To adjust the idle speed, a diesel tachometer is used, which operates on the photo principle. Apply a line 1-2 cm wide on the flange of the V-belt pulley. Warm...

Checking and adjusting the maximum speed
To regulate the maximum speed, a diesel tachometer is used, which operates on the photo principle. Use chalk to draw a line 1-2 cm wide along the flange of the...

Checking the preheating system
Checking the power supply Connect a test lamp between the glow plug, cylinder 4 and ground. Caution: If the engine is difficult to start, the automatic...

Checking the spark plugs
Remove the supply wire and the glow plug current bus. Connect the test lamp to the "+" terminal of the battery and connect it in series to each of the glow...

Removal and installation injectors
A faulty injector causes loud knocking in the engine. Check at idle speed, disconnecting the injectors one by one. If the knocking disappears after...

Idle speed problems
Idle speed problems Malfunction Reason/Remedy Unstable turnover Check and adjust idle speed with engine warmed up Difficulty in moving the gas pedal Adjust The...

Loud knocking noises in the engine
Loud knocking noises in the engine Malfunction Reason/Remedy Dirt in the fuel system Replace the injectors. Blow out the fuel lines Incorrectly installed...

Checking and adjusting the moment of start of injection of the high-pressure fuel pump
It can be checked with the engine installed and removed. To check, you need a dial-type micrometer with an adapter for screwing. Remove the clutch cover. Turn...

Cleaning and replacing the air filter element
The paper filter is cleaned after 15,000 km and replaced every 30,000 km. If there is a lot of dust, it is cleaned and replaced more often. Remove the...

Malfunction: too high fuel consumption
Test condition: Size and type of tires correspond to standard equipment, easy wheel movement (brakes, bearings), the running-in is finished (approximately 5000...

Removal and installation a vacuum pump
The vacuum pump is installed on the left side of the camshaft housing in the direction of travel. It is driven by the camshaft. It creates the vacuum necessary...

Checking and adjusting valve timing
Cars produced before 6/84 Remove the air filter. Remove the camshaft cover, see p. 1.6 . Remove the clutch cover, see p. 9.1 . Remove the upper and lower...

Removal and installation the electromagnetic shut-off valve
The solenoid valve interrupts the fuel supply after the engine stops. Removal Disconnect the cable from the valve. Unscrew the valve. Installation Screw in the...

Malfunction: Engine power too low
Conditions required to perform the test: normal readings on the tachometer, tire sizes correspond to the serial model, wheels rotate freely (brakes, wheel...

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