Chronology
Previous model: EA Falcon
Next model: ED Falcon
Date of Introduction
The EB Falcon was introduced in July 1991 (Series 2 April 1992), replacing the EA Falcon
Replaced August 1993. The EB Falcon was on sale for about 25 months
EA – ED Falcon Workshop Manual
Model Line Up
Falcon Gl Sedan
Falcon Gli Sedan
EB Falcon Gl Wagon
Falcon Gli Wagon
Falcon S Sedan
S Wagon
Falcon S Xr6 Sedan
Falcon S Xr8 Sedan
Fairmont Sedan
Fairmont Wagon
EB Fairmont Ghia Sedan
Fairmont Ghia Wagon
Prices at Time of Introduction
Manual GL Sedan: $24 042
Falcon GL Wagon: $25 644
S Sedan: $28 561
S Wagon: $29 525
XR8 Sedan: $32 595
Fairmont Sedan: $31 906
Fairmont Wagon: $34 209
EB Fairmont Ghia sedan: $39 530
Fairmont Ghia Wagon: $41 606
Total Number Built
Total EBs built: EBI 36 374, EBII: 84 847
Identification Information
Similar to the previous model but badge was moved to the new look grille, side indicators were added.
Engines
3.9L
Type: Overhead camshaft, 2 valves per cylinder
Configuration: Front mounted longitudinal, inline
Head design: Crossflow, aluminium
Number of cylinder: Six
Capacity: 3.9 litres
Bore and stroke: 92 x 99 mm
Power: 120kW at 4250rpm
Torque: 311Nm at 3250rpm
Compression ratio: 8.8:1
Fuel system: EEC IV fuel injection
3.9L multi-point
Type: Overhead camshaft, 2 valves per cylinder
Configuration: Front mounted longitudinal, inline
Head design: Crossflow, aluminium
Number of cylinders: Six
Capacity: 3.9 litres
Bore and stroke: 93 x 99 mm
Power: 139kW at 4250rpm
Torque: 338Nm at 3500rpm
Compression ratio: 8.8:1
Fuel system: EEC IV fuel injection
4.0L (Series II)
Type: Overhead camshaft, 2 valves per cylinder
Configuration: Front mounted longitudinal, inline
Head design: Crossflow, aluminium
Number of cylinders: Six
Capacity: 4.0L
Bore and stroke: 92 x 99 mm
Power: 148kW at 4500rpm
Torque: 348Nm at 3750rpm
Compression ratio: 8.8:1
Fuel system: EEC IV fuel injection
4.0L (Series II S XR6)
Type: Overhead camshaft, 2 valves per cylinder
Configuration: Front mounted longitudinal, inline
Head design: Crossflow, aluminium
Number of cylinders: Six
Capacity: 4.0 litres
Bore and stroke: 93 x 99 mm
Power: 161kW at 4600rpm
Torque: 365Nm at 3650rpm
Compression ratio: 9.0:1
Fuel system: EEC IV fuel injection
5.0L
Type:Pushrod overhead valve, 2 valves per cylinder, vee configuration
Configuration: Front mounted longitudinal, inline
Head design: Crossflow, Cast iron
Number of cylinders: Eight
Capacity: 5.0L
Bore and stroke: 102 x 76 mm
Power: 165kW at 4500rpm
Torque: 388Nm at 3000rpm
Compression ratio: 9.0:1
Fuel system: EEC IV fuel injection
Transmissions
Manual
Type: BTRT5 five speed manual (3.9L, 3.9L Multipoint EFI, 5.0L V8)
1st: 3.50:1
2nd: 2.14:1
3rd: 1.39:1
4th: 1.00:1
5th: 0.78:1
Reverse: 3.39:1
Type: Five-speed manual (EB II 4.0L)
1st: 3.25:1
2nd: 1.99:1
3rd: 1.29:1
4th: 1.00:1
5th: 0.79:1
Reverse: 3.15:1
Type: BTRT5 Five-speed manual (EB II V8)
1st: 2.95:1
2nd: 1,94:1
3rd: 1.34:1
4th: 1.00:1
5th: 0.73:1
Reverse: 2.76:1
Automatic
Type: BTR95LE Four-speed automatic
1st: 2.39:1
2nd: 1.45:1
3rd: 1.00:1
4th: 0.69:1
Reverse: 2.09:1
Type: BTR95LE Four-speed automatic (EB II)
1st: 2.39:1
2nd: 1.45:1
3rd: 1.00:1
4th: 0.69:1
Reverse: 2.09:1
Type: BTRT5 Five-speed automatic (EB Falcon GT)
1st: 3.35:1
2nd: 1.99:1
3rd: 1.33:1
4th: 1.00:1
5th: 0.72:1
Type: BTR95LE Four-speed automatic (EB GT)
1st: 2.39:1
2nd: 1.45:1
3rd: 1.00:1
4th: 0.68:1
Reverse: 2.09:1
Rear Axle Ratio
Manual
3.9L Multi point EFI: 2.92:1
V8: 3.27:1
Automatic
EFI: 3.08:1
Multi point EFI:3.23:1
V8:3.27:1
EB II: 3.27:1
GT Manual: 3.27:1
GT Automatic: 3.45:1
XR6 Manual: 3.45:1
Clutch
Single dry plate, diaphragm spring, cable operated
Chassis
Unitary construction (Monocoque)
Suspension
Front: Short and long arm, long spindle with single rate coil springs, twin tube telescopic shock absorbers and stabiliser bar.
S, S XR, Fairmont Ghia sedans: Uprated coil springs and shock absorbers with lower ride height
Rear
Sedan: Live axle, four trailing arms with Watts linkage telescopic shock
absorbers, coil springs and stabiliser bar;
Wagon: Live axle with leaf springs and telescopic shock absorbers;
S, S XR-, Fairmont Ghia sedans: Uprated coil springs and shock absorbers with lower ride height
Steering
Power assisted rack and pinion
Brakes
Front: Power assisted 287mm ventilated discs, optional anti-lock braking system
Rear: Power assisted 287mm discs, optional anti-lock braking system
Exhaust
6 Cylinder: Three Muffler system incorporating three way catalytic converter
V8: Twin Pipe
Electrical
12 volt with electronic ignition with EEC-4 Engine management system
Wheels
Falcon GL: 14 x 6 inch JJ steel
Optional: 15 x 7 inch JJ alloy
Falcon S, S XR6: 15 x 7 inch JJ alloy
Fairmont: 15 x 6.5 inch JJ alloy
Fairmont Ghia: 15 x 6.5 inch JJ alloy
Tyres
Falcon GL: P195/75 HR14
Optional – P215/65 HR14, P205/65 HR15
Falcon S, S XR6: P205/65 HR15
Fairmont: P205/65 HR15
Optional – P215/65 HR14, P205/65 HR15
Fairmont Ghia – Michelin P205/65 HR15
Exterior Dimensions (Sedan)
Wheelbase: 2794mm
Length: 4811mm
Width: 1857mm
Height: 1399mm
Front Track: 1546mm
Rear Track: 1533mm
Kerb Weight: 1418kg
Turning Circle: 11m
Fuel Tank: 68 Litres
Boot Capacity: 470 Litres
Exterior Dimensions (Wagon)
Total Length: 5003mm
Height At Kerb Weight: 1483mm
Total Width: 1857mm
Wheelbase: 1857mm
Front Track: 1546mm
Rear Track: 1533mm
Kerb Weight: 1508kgs
Turning Circle: 11.4m
Fuel Tank Capacity: 72.0 Litres
Luggage Capacity: 1466 Litres
Interior Dimensions (Sedan)
Front Headroom: 975mm
Rear Headroom: 975mm
Front Shoulder Room: 1527mm
Rear Shoulder Room: 1515mm
Front Hip Room: 1475mm
Rear Hip Room: 1245mm
Front Leg Room: 1080mm
Rear Leg Room: 988mm
Interior Dimensions (Wagon)
Front Headroom: 984mm
Rear Headroom: 1039mm
Front Shoulder Room: 1527mm
Rear Shoulder Room: 1515mm
Front Hip Room: 1475mm
Rear Hip Room: 1245mm
Front Leg Room: 1080mm
Rear Leg Room: 988mm