Target Audience:
Professional Ferrari technicians and experienced DIY owners
Segment:
Entry-level mid-engine Italian sports car of the early 1980s
Competitive Advantage:
Complete factory-level procedures for the 2.0-liter V8, required for Italian tax-class compliance in its era
Key Feature:
Smallest-displacement production V8 Ferrari, turbocharged from 1982 onward
Scope:
Complete service and repair coverage, every detail of the vehicle
Use:
Reference for teardown, rebuild, diagnosis, and routine maintenance
Delivery:
Instant download, no shipping, no waiting
Usage:
Unlimited access, use as many times as needed
Language:
N/A - language not specified in listing
Page Count:
N/A - not specified for this manual
Manual Type:
Service Repair Workshop Manual
Systems:
Engine, fuel injection/turbo, transmission, suspension, brakes, electrical, body
Depth:
Factory workshop level, covering every single detail
Engine Removal & Installation:
Full procedures included
Cylinder Head Service:
Disassembly, inspection, valve job, reassembly
Bottom End Rebuild:
Crankshaft, pistons, bearings, clearances
Turbocharger Service:
Inspection, wastegate testing, boost system checks
Fuel Injection:
Bosch K-Jetronic mechanical injection diagnosis and tuning
Ignition System:
Timing, components, testing procedures
Cooling System:
Radiator, hoses, thermostat service
Lubrication:
Dry-sump oil system service and specifications
Clutch & Transmission:
Removal, overhaul, adjustment
Suspension:
Front and rear independent suspension service, alignment data
Steering:
Rack and pinion service procedures
Brakes:
Disc brake service, hydraulic system bleeding
Wheels & Tires:
Sizes, torque specifications
Wiring Diagrams:
Electrical schematics and troubleshooting
Body & Interior:
Panel removal, trim, weatherstripping
Heating & Ventilation:
System service procedures
Torque Specifications:
Included throughout procedures
Parts Information:
Part numbers and exploded views included
Diagnostic Procedures:
Fault-finding charts and test values
Special Tools:
Factory special tools identified where required
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Configuration:
90-degree V8, mid-mounted
Displacement:
2.0-liter (1990 cc)
Aspiration:
Naturally aspirated (1980-1982); twin-turbocharged from 1982
Valvetrain:
Double overhead camshafts per bank, 16 valves
Fuel System:
Bosch K-Jetronic mechanical fuel injection
Performance:
Approximately 220 hp in turbocharged form; exact figures vary by year
Exact Output by Year:
N/A - verify against factory data plate for your model year
Standard Transmission:
5-speed manual transaxle (gearbox at rear)
Optional Transmission:
N/A - no automatic offered; only the 5-speed manual
Layout:
In-unit transaxle with limited-slip differential
Clutch:
Single dry plate, hydraulically actuated
Wheelbase:
Approximately 2,350 mm (92.5 in)
Length:
Approximately 4,235 mm (166.7 in)
Body Style:
2-door coupe (GTB) or targa (GTS)
Curb Weight:
Approximately 1,090-1,160 kg depending on variant
Exact Figures:
N/A - confirm per VIN/model year in the manual tables
Crash Test Ratings:
N/A - not rated; predates modern crash test programs
Active Features:
Servo-assisted disc brakes all around; precise rack-and-pinion steering
Passive Features:
Three-point front seatbelts; steel monocoque body
Airbags / ABS:
N/A - not fitted on this era
Audio System:
N/A - period radio optional, not covered in detail by this manual
Driver Assistance:
N/A - not equipped; vehicle predates electronic driver aids
Instrumentation:
Full analog gauge cluster with auxiliary gauges
Turbo Management:
Boost gauge and mechanical wastegate control (Turbo models)
Oil & Filter Interval:
Typically every 3,000-6,000 miles for this era of Ferrari V8
Engine Oil Spec:
N/A - use grade specified in manual tables for your climate
Valve Clearance Check:
Periodic shim-under-bucket adjustment per interval schedule
Timing Belts / Chains:
Drive system service per factory interval
Coolant Spec:
Per factory recommendation in manual
Brake Fluid:
Dot-specified hydraulic fluid, flush per schedule
Known Issues:
Turbo bearing wear and K-Jetronic mixture drift on Turbo models
Common Wear Items:
Clutch pack, suspension bushings, cam drive components, brake discs
Manufacturer:
Ferrari S.p.A., Maranello, Italy
Model Evolution:
208 GTB/GTS (1980) followed by turbocharged 208 GTB/GTS Turbo (1982) to offset Italian tax on engines over 2.0 liters
Production Location:
Maranello, Italy
Significance:
First and only Ferrari production V8 below 2.5 liters; basis for the later 328 series
