This manual covers the Ford Sierra, a rear-wheel-drive vehicle produced from 1982 to 1993, with the 1986 model year representing a significant facelift. Introduced as a replacement for the Ford Cortina, the Sierra featured aerodynamic styling and was positioned as a family hatchback and executive saloon/estate, competing with models like the Vauxhall Cavalier and Volkswagen Passat. The 1986 facelift brought revised styling, interior upgrades, and new engine options, including the 2.9i V6. The Sierra was available with a range of engines, from 1.6L CVH to 2.9L V6, and offered both manual and automatic transmissions, with rear-wheel drive as standard and four-wheel drive available on XR4x4 models.

This comprehensive English-language service and repair manual, spanning over 800 pages, provides detailed information for maintaining and repairing the Ford Sierra across Europe and select international markets. It covers all major vehicle systems, including engine mechanicals, fuel injection, ignition, cooling, lubrication, emissions, transmissions, suspension, steering, brakes, and electrical systems. The manual includes step-by-step procedures for routine maintenance, component rebuilding, and troubleshooting common faults, along with detailed technical specifications, torque values, and wiring diagrams. This resource is designed to assist owners, mechanics, and technicians in ensuring the optimal performance and longevity of their Sierra vehicles.