Holden 186 CID Straight 6 HK HT HG 1968–1971 Engine Rebuild & Overhaul Manual covering servicing, maintenance, repairs, fault finding and complete engine rebuilding.
- Step-by-step servicing and repair procedures – making it easy to carry out repairs
- Detailed illustrations and diagrams – making repair procedures easier to understand
- Specifications – including torque settings, clearances and adjustment information
- Diagnostic and fault-finding information – to help overcome those annoying issues
- Repair procedures and remedies – covering everything from simple routine to more involved repairs
- PDF format – for easy viewing on your computer, tablet or smart phone
- Bookmarked for easy navigation – helping you quickly find the information you need
Models Include:
Holden HK, HT and HG models fitted with the 186 CID Straight 6 engine.
What’s Included in This Manual:
Engine Servicing & Tune-Up
- Engine identification
- Engine tune-up procedures
- Compression testing and diagnosis
- Valve lash adjustment
- Checking valve timing
- Hydraulic valve lifter servicing
- Valve lifter noise diagnosis
- Valve lifter leak-down testing
- Positive crankcase ventilation servicing
- Engine performance checks
Cylinder Head & Valve Gear
- Cylinder head removal and installation
- Cylinder head inspection and repairs
- Valve mechanism servicing
- Valve stem oil seals
- Valve spring replacement
- Rocker arms and push rods
- Hydraulic valve lifters
- Valve gear inspection and servicing
Pistons, Cylinders & Connecting Rods
- Cylinder inspection and conditioning
- Cylinder boring
- Cylinder honing
- Piston fitting
- Piston pin fitting
- Piston and connecting rod assembly
- Connecting rod alignment
- Piston ring fitting
- Inspection and repair of pistons and connecting rods
Crankshaft & Bearings
- Crankshaft removal and inspection
- Crankshaft bearings
- Main bearing servicing
- Connecting rod bearings
- Rear main bearing oil seal
- Crankshaft timing gear
- Crankshaft installation and servicing
Camshaft & Timing Gear
- Camshaft removal and installation
- Camshaft inspection
- Camshaft bearings
- Camshaft timing gear
- Checking valve timing
- Timing gear cover
- Timing gear cover oil seal replacement
Lubrication System
- Engine lubrication system
- Oil pump removal and servicing
- Oil pump disassembly and assembly
- Oil filter servicing
- Oil pan removal and installation
- Oil seals and leak-related repairs
Manifolds & Engine Breathing
- Inlet manifold
- Exhaust manifold
- Manifold removal and installation
- Positive crankcase ventilation system
- Ventilation valve testing and servicing
Complete Engine Rebuilding
- Engine removal
- Complete engine disassembly
- Inspection of engine parts
- Repair of engine parts
- Cylinder preparation
- Piston and connecting rod assembly
- Crankshaft and bearing installation
- Camshaft and timing gear installation
- Cylinder head and valve gear
- Oil pump assembly
- Complete engine assembly
- Engine installation
Fault Finding & Diagnosis
- Engine diagnosis guide
- Compression problems
- Valve lifter noise and operating problems
- Poor engine performance
- Oil and lubrication problems
- Fault finding before unnecessary dismantling
- Causes and remedies for common engine problems
Specifications & Workshop Information
- Engine specifications
- Torque settings
- Adjustment information
- Special tools
- Engine identification information
Please Note:
This is the complete engine manual sections that have been extracted from the original Holden HK–HT–HG Workshop Manual. It covers all engines available in the HK–HT–HG range.

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Language: English
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