Segment:
        
        
            Compact/Small Family Car
        
     
    
        
            Target Audience:
        
        
            Budget-conscious consumers seeking practical and reliable transportation
        
     
    
    
        
            Key Competitors:
        
        
            Hyundai Elantra, Kia Sephia, Mitsubishi Lancer, Ford Escort, Chevrolet Cavalier
        
     
    
    
        
            Value Proposition:
        
        
            Affordable pricing, practical design, adequate features for its class
        
     
    
        
            Body Styles:
        
        
            4-Door Sedan, 5-Door Hatchback, 5-Door Wagon
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine:
        
        
            All Engine Variants, Tuning, Diagnostics, Rebuild Procedures
        
     
    
        
            Transmission:
        
        
            Manual & Automatic Transmission Service, Overhaul, Diagnostics
        
     
    
        
            Brakes:
        
        
            Hydraulic System, ABS, Disc & Drum Brake Servicing, Pad/Shoe Replacement, Fluid Flush
        
     
    
        
            Suspension:
        
        
            Front & Rear Suspension, Shock Absorbers, Struts, Bushings, Alignment Specifications
        
     
    
        
            Steering:
        
        
            Power Steering System, Rack and Pinion, Tie Rods, Column Service
        
     
    
        
            Electrical:
        
        
            Full Electrical Schematics, Wiring Diagrams, Component Testing, ECU Diagnostics
        
     
    
        
            HVAC:
        
        
            Air Conditioning System, Heater Core, Blower Motor, Refrigerant Handling
        
     
    
        
            Fuel System:
        
        
            Fuel Pump, Injectors, Fuel Filter, Tank Servicing, Pressure Testing
        
     
    
        
            Exhaust:
        
        
            Muffler, Catalytic Converter, Exhaust Manifold, Gasket Replacement
        
     
    
        
            Cooling:
        
        
            Radiator, Thermostat, Water Pump, Coolant Flush, Fan Clutch
        
     
    
        
            Body:
        
        
            Body Panels, Doors, Locks, Hinges, Glass Replacement, Interior Trim
        
     
    
    
        
            Maintenance:
        
        
            Oil Changes, Filter Replacements, Spark Plug Service, Belt Inspection/Replacement
        
     
    
        
            Troubleshooting:
        
        
            Diagnostic Flowcharts, Common Problems and Solutions
        
     
    
        
            Repair:
        
        
            Step-by-step repair instructions for all major components
        
     
    
        
            Rebuild:
        
        
            Complete engine and transmission rebuild procedures
        
     
    
        
            Diagnostics:
        
        
            On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II), Sensor Testing, Fault Code Interpretation
        
     
    
    
        
            Depth Level:
        
        
            Comprehensive (from basic maintenance to complete engine/transmission overhaul)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Code Common:
        
        
            T18SED
        
     
    
        
            Engine Type:
        
        
            Inline 4-Cylinder, DOHC, 16-Valve
        
     
    
        
            Displacement:
        
        
            1.8 Liters (1798 cc)
        
     
    
        
            Bore X Stroke:
        
        
            80.5 mm x 88.0 mm
        
     
    
    
    
        
            Horsepower Peak:
        
        
            126 hp @ 6300 rpm
        
     
    
        
            Torque Peak:
        
        
            127 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
        
     
    
    
        
            Fuel Delivery:
        
        
            Multi-point Fuel Injection (MPI)
        
     
    
        
            Fuel Type:
        
        
            Unleaded Gasoline
        
     
    
    
        
            Ignition System:
        
        
            Distributorless Electronic Ignition (DIS)
        
     
    
    
        
            Oil Capacity:
        
        
            4.5 Liters (4.8 US Quarts)
        
     
    
    
        
            Coolant Capacity:
        
        
            7.0 Liters (7.4 US Quarts)
        
     
 
    
    
    
    
    
        
            Type:
        
        
            4-Speed Automatic (e.g., GM 4T40-E based)
        
     
    
    
        
            Automatic Features:
        
        
            Electronically Controlled, Lock-up Torque Converter
        
     
    
    
        
            Automatic Transmission Fluid:
        
        
            Dexron III/Mercon
        
     
    
    
        
            Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity:
        
        
            Approx. 2.0 Liters (2.1 US Quarts)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Length:
        
        
            Sedan: 4495 mm (177.0 in), Wagon: 4530 mm (178.3 in)
        
     
    
    
        
            Height:
        
        
            Sedan: 1420 mm (55.9 in), Wagon: 1470 mm (57.9 in)
        
     
    
        
            Wheelbase:
        
        
            2600 mm (102.4 in)
        
     
    
        
            Front Track:
        
        
            1460 mm (57.5 in)
        
     
    
        
            Rear Track:
        
        
            1450 mm (57.1 in)
        
     
    
    
        
            Curb Weight:
        
        
            Approx. 1200-1300 kg (2645-2866 lbs) depending on body style and equipment
        
     
    
    
        
            Trunk Volume Sedan:
        
        
            Approx. 450 Liters (15.9 cu ft)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            NHTSA Driver Front Impact:
        
        
            Not rated or poor (common for vehicles of this era from emerging markets)
        
     
    
        
            IIHS Small Overlap Front:
        
        
            Not applicable (test not performed on this model year)
        
     
    
    
        
            ABS:
        
        
            Optional on some trims
        
     
    
        
            Traction Control:
        
        
            Rarely available or optional
        
     
    
    
        
            Airbags:
        
        
            Driver and Passenger Frontal Airbags
        
     
    
        
            Seatbelts:
        
        
            3-point front and rear seatbelts
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Oil Change:
        
        
            Every 5,000 - 7,500 miles (8,000 - 12,000 km) or 6-12 months
        
     
    
        
            Air Filter Replacement:
        
        
            Every 15,000 - 30,000 miles (24,000 - 48,000 km)
        
     
    
        
            Spark Plug Replacement:
        
        
            Every 30,000 - 60,000 miles (48,000 - 96,000 km)
        
     
    
        
            Timing Belt Replacement:
        
        
            Every 60,000 - 90,000 miles (96,000 - 144,000 km) - CRITICAL PROCEDURE
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Oil Type:
        
        
            API SG/SH/SJ, SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 (check owner's manual for specific climate recommendations)
        
     
    
        
            Coolant Type:
        
        
            Ethylene Glycol based coolant, 50/50 mix with distilled water
        
     
    
        
            Brake Fluid Type:
        
        
            DOT 3 or DOT 4
        
     
    
    
        
            Common Problems:
        
        
            Timing belt failure (if not replaced on schedule), EGR valve issues, ignition coil failures, minor electrical gremlins, AC compressor failures.
        
     
    
        
            Typical Repairs:
        
        
            Replacement of engine mounts, exhaust system components, radiator, water pump.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Manufacturer:
        
        
            Daewoo Motors (South Korea)
        
     
    
    
        
            Platform:
        
        
            Based on the FSO Polonez platform and development, later refined.
        
     
    
        
            Design Origin:
        
        
            Styled by Giorgetto Giugiaro's Italdesign studio.
        
     
    
    
        
            Production Period:
        
        
            1997-2004 (J100/J150 generation)
        
     
    
        
            Manufacturing Locations:
        
        
            South Korea, Poland (as FSO Nubira), Egypt, Romania