Segment:
        
        
            Subcompact car / Compact car
        
     
    
        
            Target Audience:
        
        
            Affordable, practical transportation
        
     
    
    
        
            Key Competitors 2002:
        
        
            Ford Focus, Volkswagen Golf, Chevrolet Cavalier, Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla
        
     
    
    
        
            Design Philosophy:
        
        
            European-influenced styling, practical interior, value-oriented pricing
        
     
    
        
            Body Styles Available:
        
        
            Sedan, Hatchback (3-door and 5-door)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Mechanical:
        
        
            Engine overhaul, cylinder head, block, pistons, crankshaft, camshafts, timing system, lubrication system
        
     
    
        
            Engine Management:
        
        
            Fuel injection system (EFI), ignition system, emissions control system, sensors, actuators, ECU diagnostics
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Manual:
        
        
            Clutch system, gearbox overhaul, shift mechanism, diagnostics
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Automatic:
        
        
            Automatic transmission overhaul, hydraulic control, torque converter, diagnostics (if applicable for the 2002 model)
        
     
    
        
            Drivetrain:
        
        
            Front-wheel drive system, drive shafts, CV joints, differential
        
     
    
        
            Suspension:
        
        
            Front suspension (MacPherson struts), rear suspension (torsion beam or multi-link), shock absorbers, springs, control arms, wheel bearings
        
     
    
        
            Steering:
        
        
            Power steering system, steering column, steering rack/gearbox, tie rod ends, troubleshooting
        
     
    
        
            Brakes:
        
        
            Front disc brakes, rear drum or disc brakes, brake booster, master cylinder, ABS system (if equipped), brake fluid specifications, bleeding procedures
        
     
    
        
            Electrical System:
        
        
            Battery, charging system (alternator), starting system (starter motor), lighting system, fuses, relays, wiring diagrams
        
     
    
        
            Body And Chassis:
        
        
            Body panels, doors, hood, trunk, interior trim, glass, structural components, rust repair considerations
        
     
    
        
            HVAC:
        
        
            Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system, components, refrigerant handling, troubleshooting
        
     
    
        
            Safety Systems:
        
        
            Airbag system (SRS), seatbelts, troubleshooting and repair procedures
        
     
    
    
        
            Routine Maintenance:
        
        
            Oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks and top-ups, spark plug replacement, belt inspection
        
     
    
        
            Troubleshooting:
        
        
            Diagnostic charts, common fault identification, symptom-based problem solving
        
     
    
        
            Repair And Rebuild:
        
        
            Detailed step-by-step instructions for component removal, repair, and reinstallation
        
     
    
        
            Diagnostic Procedures:
        
        
            OBD-II diagnostics (if applicable), sensor testing, actuator testing, circuit testing
        
     
    
        
            Wiring Diagrams:
        
        
            Comprehensive electrical wiring schematics for various systems
        
     
    
    
        
            Depth Level:
        
        
            Comprehensive (suitable for professional technicians and advanced DIYers)
        
     
    
        
            Detail Level:
        
        
            Detailed explanations of operating principles, disassembly, assembly, and adjustment procedures
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Transmission Type Standard:
        
        
            5-speed manual transmission
        
     
    
    
        
            Transmission Type Optional:
        
        
            4-speed automatic transmission
        
     
    
    
        
            Clutch Type:
        
        
            Hydraulic, single dry plate
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Fluid Manual:
        
        
            API GL-4, SAE 75W-90 or 80W-90 (refer to manual for specific OEM fluid)
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Fluid Automatic:
        
        
            Dexron III or equivalent (refer to manual for specific OEM fluid)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Oil Change Interval:
        
        
            Every 5,000-10,000 km or 6-12 months, depending on driving conditions and oil type (refer to manual)
        
     
    
        
            Air Filter Replacement:
        
        
            Every 20,000-40,000 km or as needed
        
     
    
        
            Spark Plug Replacement:
        
        
            Every 40,000-60,000 km (depending on plug type)
        
     
    
        
            Timing Belt Replacement:
        
        
            Every 60,000-90,000 km or 4-5 years (critical for interference engines)
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Oil Type:
        
        
            API SJ/SL, ACEA A3/B3, viscosity 5W-30, 5W-40, or 10W-40 (refer to manual)
        
     
    
        
            Engine Oil Capacity 1.5L Approx:
        
        
            3.7 Liters
        
     
    
        
            Coolant Type:
        
        
            Ethylene glycol-based, OAT (Organic Acid Technology) or HOAT (Hybrid OAT) coolant (e.g., GM Dex-Cool compatible or equivalent)
        
     
    
    
        
            Common Faults Electrical:
        
        
            Intermittent electrical gremlins, faulty window regulators, dashboard warning lights, alternator issues.
        
     
    
        
            Common Faults Engine:
        
        
            Oil leaks, thermostat failure, ignition coil issues, carburetor/injector clogging (depending on market).
        
     
    
        
            Common Faults Suspension Steering:
        
        
            Worn ball joints, tie rod ends, noisy wheel bearings, premature strut wear.
        
     
    
        
            Common Faults Exhaust:
        
        
            Corrosion of exhaust components, catalytic converter failure.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Daewoo Motors Context:
        
        
            South Korean manufacturer, part of GM Daewoo after GM acquisition.
        
     
    
    
        
            Lano Development:
        
        
            Designed by Italdesign Giugiaro, launched in 1997 as a successor to the Daewoo Nexia.
        
     
    
    
        
            Production Period:
        
        
            1997-2008 (with various facelifts and rebadging)
        
     
    
        
            Manufacturing Locations:
        
        
            South Korea, Poland, Uzbekistan, Ukraine, Vietnam, Romania, Russia