Target audience:
Technicians, restorers and DIY owners working on the classic Datsun 1200
Vehicle class:
Subcompact economy car of the late 1960s / early 1970s
Period rivals:
Toyota Corolla, Honda 1300, Austin/Morris 1100
Advantage:
Lightweight, simple mechanicals and strong Nissan reliability made it easy to service and maintain
Key features:
Front-engine rear-wheel drive layout, simple pushrod engine, robust 4-speed manual gearbox, economical running costs
Coverage areas:
Complete service, repair, maintenance, rebuild, refurbish and restore procedures for the Datsun 1200 range
Manual type:
Digital workshop repair manual (factory service information)
Delivery method:
Instant download on completion of payment
Printing:
All pages printable - print only what you need for the workshop
Shipping:
No shipping cost, no CD and no waiting for a paper manual
Engine:
Complete engine mechanical coverage including rebuild and overhaul
Fuel system:
Carburetor servicing, tuning and overhaul
Cooling system:
Radiator, water pump, thermostat and hoses
Lubrication system:
Oil pump, filters and lubrication circuits
Ignition system:
Distributor, points, timing and spark components
Starting and charging:
Starter motor, alternator/generator and wiring schematics
Clutch:
Clutch removal, inspection and adjustment
Transmission and driveline:
Gearbox overhaul, driveshaft and differential
Front and rear axles:
Axle and differential servicing
Suspension:
Front and rear suspension inspection, service and alignment
Brakes:
Drum and disc brake service, master cylinder and adjustments
Steering:
Steering gear, linkage and wheel alignment
Body and chassis:
Panels, trim, underbody and frame dimensions
Electrical system:
Full wiring diagrams and schematics
Heating and ventilation:
Heater core and ventilation components
Procedures included:
Step-by-step diagnostic, disassembly, repair, reassembly and adjustment instructions
Technical depth:
Complete teardown and rebuild level - every single detail covered
Specifications:
Torque values, clearances, tolerances and adjustment data throughout
Illustrations:
Detailed illustrations, diagrams and wiring schematics
Parts information:
Exploded views and part identification to support correct ordering and fitment
Fastener data:
Tightening torques for major assemblies
Fluid capacities:
Capacities and recommended lubricants included
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Primary engine:
1.2L inline 4-cylinder (A12 engine family)
Engine options range:
1.0L and 1.2L inline-4 engines across the 1969-1973 range
Valvetrain:
Overhead valve (pushrod) with single carburetor
Block/head material:
Cast iron block, aluminum crossflow head
Fuel system:
Single carburetor, gasoline
Performance figures:
N/A - not specified for this model
Standard transmission:
4-speed manual, column or floor shift
Optional transmission:
3-speed manual on base models (varies by market)
Drive layout:
Front engine, rear-wheel drive
Clutch:
Single dry-plate mechanical clutch
Features:
Fully synchronized gearbox with serviceable bearing and seal kit design
Wheelbase:
Approximately 2,280 mm (89.8 in)
Length:
Approximately 3,835 mm (151 in)
Body styles:
2-door sedan, coupe, wagon and utility variants
Curb weight:
Approximately 700-750 kg depending on body style
Crash test information:
N/A - no modern crash test ratings available for this era
Active and Passive Features
Active features:
Four-wheel drum brakes on early cars; front disc brakes on later models
Passive features:
Collapsible steering column introduced during the production run (market dependent)
Seatbelts:
Front lap/sash seatbelts
Era note:
Safety equipment typical of early 1970s vehicles - minimal by modern standards
Oil and filter:
Engine oil change at regular short intervals typical of the era (manual includes schedule)
Ignition service:
Points, plugs and timing check at service intervals
Valve clearances:
Periodic valve lash adjustment
Chassis lubrication:
Regular greasing of suspension and steering points
Engine oil:
SAE viscosity grade selected per climate - detailed in manual
Gearbox oil:
EP gear oil to factory specification
Coolant:
Ethylene glycol antifreeze mixture
Brake fluid:
Dot 3 type brake fluid
Common wear items:
Carburetor diaphragms and gaskets, brake shoes, clutch, suspension bushings
Known issues:
Ignition point wear and carburetor tune drift are common on these engines
Manufacturer:
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., sold under the Datsun brand
Brand heritage:
Datsun built its reputation on small, economical, reliable cars exported worldwide
Model evolution:
B110 series 1200 evolved from the earlier B10 Sunny, gaining a larger 1.2L engine and updated styling from 1969 to 1973
Successor:
Replaced by the B210 series Datsun 120Y
Production location:
Japan
Markets:
Sold in Japan, North America, Australia and other export markets
