Opel Rekord E
Brake fluid capacity & service interval
Opel Rekord E uses brake fluid with a capacity of 0,4 liter. Service intervals include checking every 500 km and changing every 12 months. The data covers 4 configurations.
The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.
| Type | Specifications |
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| Rekord E 1.8 (1984-1986) |
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| Rekord E 2.0 S (1984-1986) |
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| Rekord E 2.3 Diesel (1984-1986) |
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| Rekord E 2.3 Turbo Diesel (1984-1986) |
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Additional Notes
- The Opel Rekord E hydraulic brake system holds a capacity of 0.4 liter across all four configurations covered in the 1984-1986 specifications, spanning the 1.8, 2.0 S, 2.3 Diesel, and 2.3 Turbo Diesel variants.
- A 0.4 liter figure for a brake fluid system reflects the total volume of the hydraulic circuit, including the master cylinder reservoir, brake lines, and calipers or wheel cylinders, rather than a large sump-style fill associated with drivetrain components.
- The check interval is set at 500 km under normal use conditions across all listed variants, placing brake fluid level inspection among the more frequent maintenance tasks relative to most other fluid checks.
- The change interval is specified at 12 months under normal use conditions for all four variants. An annual replacement cycle for brake fluid is consistent with the hygroscopic nature of glycol-based fluids, which absorb moisture over time and lower the fluid's boiling point.
- No variation in capacity, check interval, or change interval exists between the petrol and diesel configurations in the 1984-1986 range. The 1.8, 2.0 S, 2.3 Diesel, and 2.3 Turbo Diesel all share identical brake fluid specifications.
- The specifications apply to the hydraulic brake system specifically, distinguishing the brake circuit as the defined scope for the 0.4 liter capacity and the associated service intervals.