MGB and MGB GT Workshop Service Repair Manual 1962-1980 PDF

MGB and MGB GT Workshop Service Repair Manual PDF

Years: 1962-1980

Languages: English

Format: PDF (417 pages, searchable)

The factory Leyland Cars workshop manual, publication AKD 3259, 14th edition. Covers both Roadster and GT, the 1798 cc B series engine from 18G through the 18V emission engines, overdrive and automatic gearbox.

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MGB and MGB GT Workshop Repair and Service Manual 1962-1980

The factory MGB and MGB GT workshop manual for the 1962 to 1980 cars, Leyland Cars publication AKD 3259, 14th edition, 417 searchable pages. Covers the 1798 cc B series engine from 18G to the 18V emission specification units, gearbox, Laycock overdrive and automatic gearbox, rear axle and suspension, steering, brakes, electrical system and the body for both Roadster and GT.

Models: MGB Tourer (Roadster) and MGB GT

Engine: B series 1798 cc four cylinder, overhead valve by pushrod, from 18G and 18GA to the 18V emission specification engines

Transmissions: four speed gearbox, all synchromesh gearbox, Laycock overdrive including Type LH, and the automatic gearbox

Publication: Leyland Cars Service AKD 3259, 14th edition

Years: 1962 to 1980

Format: PDF (417 pages, searchable text layer added)

Language: English

Compatibility: Windows 11, 10, 8, 7, Vista, XP, Mac, Linux, Android, iOS + All Tablets & Phones

What This Workshop Manual Includes

Verified contents (417 pages):
Introduction, Maintenance and Maintenance Summary, General Data, Engine Tuning Data, Lubrication Chart, The Engine, The Ignition System, The Cooling System, The Fuel System, The Fuel System (Evaporative Loss), Carburetters, The Clutch, The Gearbox, The Gearbox (All Synchromesh), The Overdrive and Overdrive Type LH, The Automatic Gearbox, The Propeller Shaft, The Rear Axle and Rear Suspension, The Front Suspension, The Steering Gear, The Braking System, The Electrical System, The Body, The Wheels and Tyres, Torque Wrench Settings, Capacities and Weights, Service Tools, and the serial number identification pages.

Engine tuning data is given separately for each engine type, including the North American specification emission engines.

Special Features:
Factory Leyland Cars publication, not a third party guide
Covers both the Roadster and the GT
Engine tuning data for every B series variant
Torque wrench settings and service tool lists
Searchable text layer
Printable pages
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this the official factory manual?

Yes, this is publication AKD 3259, 14th edition, issued by Leyland Cars Service at Cowley, Oxford. It is the factory MGB workshop manual, not a third party guide.

Does it cover the MGB GT as well as the Roadster?

Yes, the manual covers both the Tourer and the GT throughout, including the body section for each.

Which engines are covered?

The B series 1798 cc four cylinder from the early 18G and 18GA through to the later emission specification engines: 18GB, 18GD, 18GF, 18GG, 18GH, 18GJ, 18GK and the 18V range including 18V 581, 582Y, 584Z, 585Z, 672Z, 673Z, 779F, 780F, 797, 798, 801, 802, 836, 837, 846F and 847F.

Does it include the overdrive and automatic gearbox?

Yes, there are dedicated sections for the Gearbox, the all synchromesh Gearbox, the Overdrive including the Type LH unit, and the Automatic Gearbox.

Are torque figures and tuning data included?

Yes, the manual carries General Data, Engine Tuning Data by engine type, Torque Wrench Settings, Capacities, Weights and the Maintenance Summary with the lubrication chart.

Does it cover emission control equipment?

Yes, the Fuel System (Evaporative Loss) section and the exhaust emission content cover the equipment fitted to North American specification cars, with the tuning data given separately for those engines.

Is the PDF searchable?

Yes. The original is a scan of the printed manual, and a text layer has been added so you can search for a component, a torque figure or a procedure, and print any page.

What is in the download?

One searchable PDF of 417 pages covering the complete manual: engine, ignition, cooling, fuel, gearbox, overdrive, automatic gearbox, clutch, propeller shaft, rear axle and suspension, front suspension, steering, brakes, electrical, body, wheels and tyres, plus service tools.

MGB Workshop Manual 1962-1980 (Sample Page)
MGB workshop manual sample page: clutch components exploded diagram with parts list

MGB Wiring Diagrams 1962-1980 (Sample Page)
MGB wiring diagram sample page from the electrical system section

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