1985 Chevrolet Citation Service and Repair Manual

This factory service and repair manual for the 1985 Chevrolet Citation deals with a single powertrain choice, the naturally aspirated 2.8L overhead-valve V6 of 173 cubic inches on gasoline, in two hatchback bodies and two equipment levels, Base and X-11. Where an owner benefits is in the detail: torque values, clearances and diagnostic sequences for that one V6 are given without the cross-referencing a multi-engine book demands, and the chassis, brake and body electrical sections cover the four-door and two-door shells together.

Engines covered

• 2.8L V6 (173 cu in) — OHV, naturally aspirated, gasoline

Body styles covered

• 4-door hatchback
• 2-door hatchback

Trims covered

• Base
• X-11

Known issues on the 1985 Citation. One recall sits on the federal record for this model year. The throttle linkage can bind against the throttle body case in normal operation, so the throttle may stay open after the driver has taken a foot off the accelerator, which puts the fault in the linkage rather than in the pedal or the driver. A single owner complaint is recorded, against the seat belts. Throttle linkage adjustment, throttle body service and restraint system inspection all appear in this manual with their own procedures and specifications.