🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Holden

Model:

Commodore / Lexcen

Generation Name:

VR & VS Series

Model Year Range:

1993-1997

Holden Vr Series Codes:

8VK19, 8VK35, 8VL19, 8VL35, 8VX19, 8VK80, 8VY19, 8VZ19

Holden Vs Series Codes:

8VK19, 8VK35, 8VL19, 8VL35, 8VX19, 8VK80, 8VY19, 8VZ19

👋 Introduction

Target Audience:

DIY enthusiasts, home mechanics, professional technicians, and restorers of Holden Commodore/Lexcen VR & VS Series vehicles.

Value Proposition:

Provides factory-level repair and maintenance information, saving significant costs compared to dealership services. Offers the same detail as manuals used by professional mechanics.

Manual Features:

Detailed illustrations, diagrams, specifications, wiring schematics, step-by-step instructions, instant download.

Ease Of Use:

Designed to make any repair job easy to do with very easy to follow step-by-step instructions & pictures on all areas of repair.

Digital Delivery:

INSTANT DOWNLOAD, no shipping costs or waiting.

📋 Manual Details

Coverage Summary:

All models and engine types for VR & VS Series Commodore/Lexcen.

Estimated Page Count:

Extensive (not specified, but implied by detail and scope)

Manual Type:

Factory Service Repair Manual

Language:

English

File Format:

PDF

Device Compatibility:

All Versions of Windows & Mac, APP ISO, iPhone, iPad, Android, etc.

📖 Manual Coverage

All Systems:

Engine (V6 & V8), Ignition, Emission Control, Fuel System, Cooling System, Starter System, Alternator System, Clutch, Automatic Transmission, Manual Transmission (5-speed), Drivetrain (Tail/Driveshaft, Rear Axle, Limited Slip Differential), Steering, Suspension (Front & Rear), Brakes, Wheels & Tires, Exhaust System, Windscreen Wipers & Washers, Body (Chassis, Doors, Tailgate, Glass, Seats, Interior Trim, Exterior Components), Heating & Air Conditioning, Instruments, Radio/Tapeplayer, Switches, Lighting, Electrical Systems, Wiring Diagrams.

Engine V6:

V6 Engine Maintenance and Rebuild, Major Service Operations.

Engine V8:

V8 Engine Maintenance and Overhaul, Major Repairs.

Ignition V6 V8:

V6 Ignition, V8 Ignition System.

Cooling System:

Cooling System maintenance and repair.

Fuel System:

Fuel System maintenance and repair.

Transmission Auto:

Automatic Transmission maintenance, major repairs, and rebuild.

Transmission Manual:

5 Speed Manual Transmission maintenance, major repairs, and rebuild.

Drivetrain:

Tail/Driveshaft, Rear Axle, Limited Slip Differential major repairs and rebuild.

Steering:

Steering minor maintenance and major repairs and rebuild.

Suspension Front:

Front Suspension minor and major maintenance.

Suspension Rear:

Rear Suspension minor maintenance, major suspension maintenance (Conventional Differential, Independent Rear Suspension).

Brakes:

Brake Systems routine maintenance, major repairs, Vacuum Brake Booster, Disc Brakes, Hand Brake.

Wheels Tires:

Wheels and Tyres information.

Exhaust:

Exhaust System components and service.

Wipers Washers:

Windscreen Wipers & Washers service.

Body General:

Body general information, Floor Pan / Chassis.

Body Interior:

Dash / Instrument Panel, Front and Rear Door Assemblies, Front & Rear Seats - Seat Belts, Interior Trim.

Body Exterior:

Boot Lid, Station Wagon & Utility Tailgate, Fixed Window Glass, Paint & Exterior Badges, Front Grille, Front Fenders & Bonnet, Bumper Bars.

HVAC:

Heating and Air Conditioning systems, including maintenance and repair.

Instruments Audio:

Instruments, Radio & Tapeplayer.

Electrical Switches:

Switches, Battery Systems, Lights.

Electrical Wiring:

Electrical Wiring & Fuses, Wiring Diagrams.

Repair Procedures:

Tune-up, Maintenance, Problem Diagnosis, Rebuilds, Overhauls, Major Repairs, Minor Maintenance, Routine Maintenance, Installation, Refurbishment, Restoration.

Troubleshooting:

Problem Diagnosis for V6 Ignition and general issue identification.

Component Rebuild:

Engine Rebuild (V6 & V8), Transmission Rebuild (Auto & Manual), Rear Axle Rebuild.

Depth Of Coverage:

Comprehensive: From basic maintenance and troubleshooting to complete engine rebuilds, transmission overhauls, and detailed electrical system diagnostics. Covers simple to complicated repairs.

📊 Manual Specifications

PDF Quality:

Original Adobe document, perfect quality, perfect printing.

Searchability:

Fully indexed and bookmarked by topic, searchable text.

Printable Options:

Print entire manual or select pages.

Binding Type:

Digital Download (Not applicable for physical binding)

Paper Type:

Not Applicable (Digital PDF)

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Options:

V6 (likely the 3.8L Ecotec LB4 and L36 variants) and V8 (likely the 5.0L or 5.7L Holden V8s, such as the LS1 in later VS models).

Performance Data:

Detailed specifications for horsepower, torque, and engine operation are covered for all included engine types.

Fuel System Details:

Covers fuel injection systems, fuel pumps, lines, and diagnostics.

🔧 Transmission

Standard Transmission:

While specific standard transmissions varied by model and year, the manual covers both automatic and 5-speed manual transmissions.

Optional Transmission:

Automatic and 5-speed manual transmissions are covered, implying variations in availability across the model range.

Transmission Coverage:

Maintenance, major repairs, and rebuild procedures for both automatic and manual transmissions, including fluid specifications and capacities.

📐 Dimensions

Body Styles:

Sedan, Station Wagon, Utility (Ute).

Interior Components:

Covers interior trim, seating, dashboard, and instrument panel.

Cargo Access:

Details provided for boot lid and station wagon/utility tailgate assemblies.

Weight Specifications:

Likely covered in General Information or specific component sections, though not explicitly listed.

🛡️ Safety Features

Safety Features:

Includes detailed coverage of Seat Belts and Brake Systems.

Active Safety Systems:

Brake Systems (including Vacuum Brake Booster, Disc Brakes) are extensively covered, which are critical active safety components.

Passive Safety Systems:

Seat belts and body structural integrity would be implicitly covered through body repair sections.

💡 Technology Features

Audio Systems:

Covers Radios and Tapeplayers, including installation and troubleshooting.

Assistance Features:

Brake systems and steering components are covered, which are foundational to driver assistance.

Electrical Systems:

Extensive coverage of electrical systems, including lights, switches, battery systems, instruments, and detailed wiring diagrams.

🔧 Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule:

Includes a detailed Maintenance Chart covering routine servicing and checks.

Fluid Requirements:

Specific fluid types and capacities for engine oil, coolant, transmission fluid, brake fluid, power steering fluid, etc., are detailed throughout the manual.

Common Problems:

While not explicitly listed as 'common issues,' the diagnostic sections and detailed repair procedures for various systems (e.g., transmissions, cooling systems, electrical components) would help diagnose and rectify known faults.

📚 Vehicle History

Holden Legacy:

Holden has a long-standing Australian automotive heritage, with the Commodore being a flagship model for decades.

Vr Vs Generation:

The VR/VS series represented a significant update to the Commodore platform, introducing new styling and technology for the mid-to-late 1990s.

Production Period:

1993-1997, covering the VR and VS model generations.