Target Audience:
Professional Technicians and DIY Mechanics
Manual Quality:
Equivalent to information used by professional technicians, comprehensive and detailed.
Content Structure:
Numbered steps, detailed illustrations, cautions/notes/warnings, enlarged insets for clarity.
Usability:
Easy-to-use numbered table of contents for quick information retrieval.
Cost Savings:
Eliminates shipping costs and wait times associated with physical manuals.
Engine Systems:
Engine mechanical, fuel, ignition, cooling, lubrication, exhaust
Drivetrain Systems:
Transmission (manual and possibly automatic), clutch, driveshafts, differentials
Chassis Systems:
Suspension (front and rear), steering, brakes (hydraulic, parking), wheels, tires
Electrical Systems:
Battery, charging system, starting system, lighting, instrumentation, ignition system, wiring diagrams
Body And Trim:
Body panels, doors, windows, interior trim, seats, exterior trim
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance, fluid changes, filter replacements, lubrication
Repair:
Component replacement, rebuilding, adjustments, diagnosis and repair of all systems
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic procedures, fault finding for mechanical and electrical issues
Diagnostics:
System-specific diagnostics, electrical troubleshooting using wiring diagrams
Depth:
Comprehensive, covering basic DIY to professional technician level repairs and diagnostics
Engine Options:
Likely includes 1.1L (HH) and 1.3L (HCS) OHV petrol engines, potentially a 1.6L variant for certain markets. Diesel variants may also be present.
Horsepower Range:
Estimated 50-70 hp depending on engine variant and tuning.
Torque Range:
Estimated 70-90 Nm depending on engine variant.
Fuel Delivery:
Carburetor (likely Weber or Solex variants) for most models; possible early electronic fuel injection on higher-spec models.
Ignition Type:
Distributor-based, breakerless ignition systems likely common.
Cooling Type:
Pressurized liquid cooling system with engine-driven fan.
Oil Type:
Likely SAE 10W-40 or 20W-50 API SF/CC or SG/CD (specific manual will confirm).
Common Engine Codes:
HH (1.1L), HCS (1.3L)
Transmission Type:
4-speed or 5-speed manual transmission.
Optional Transmission:
Likely a 3-speed automatic transmission was an option on some variants.
Clutch Type:
Dry single-plate diaphragm spring clutch, hydraulically actuated.
Manual Transmission Fluid:
Likely SAE 75W-90 or 80W-90 GL-4 gear oil (specific manual will confirm).
Automatic Transmission Fluid:
Likely DEXRON-III or equivalent if automatic transmission equipped.
Body Styles:
3-door and 5-door hatchback.
Length Approx:
3,500 - 3,700 mm (depending on variant).
Width Approx:
1,600 - 1,650 mm.
Height Approx:
1,350 - 1,400 mm.
Curb Weight Approx:
750 - 850 kg (depending on engine and equipment).
Gross Vehicle Weight:
Likely in the range of 1,200 - 1,350 kg.
Crash Test Ratings:
No formal Euro NCAP or similar ratings from this era for this specific model. Safety features were basic.
Active Safety:
Front disc brakes, rear drum brakes, dual-circuit hydraulic braking system.
Passive Safety:
Seat belts (front typically standard, rear optional or basic lap belts), reinforced passenger cell, collapsible steering column (basic design).
Infotainment System:
Basic analogue radio/cassette player, often aftermarket upgrades were common.
Driver Assistance Features:
None in the modern sense. Features would be limited to basic instrumentation.
Connectivity Options:
No factory connectivity options.
Oil Change Interval:
Typically 6,000 - 10,000 miles or 6-12 months (specific manual will provide exact intervals).
Spark Plug Replacement:
Around 12,000 - 20,000 miles, depending on spark plug type.
Timing Belt Replacement:
Not applicable for most OHV engines which used a timing chain. If belt-driven variants existed, intervals would be around 40,000 - 60,000 miles.
Coolant Type:
Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze, typically a 50/50 mix with distilled water.
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 hydraulic brake fluid.
Windshield Washer Fluid:
Commercial washer fluid or water with a small amount of detergent.
Common Problems Engine:
Carburetor adjustment issues, wear in timing chain guides, oil leaks from seals and gaskets.
Common Problems Suspension:
Wear in suspension bushings, ball joints, and track rod ends due to age and driving conditions.
Common Problems Electrical:
Corrosion in wiring connectors, alternator issues, starter motor wear, aging ignition components.
Common Problems Bodywork:
Rust and corrosion, particularly on wheel arches, sills, door bottoms, and around window seals.
Ford Small Car Legacy:
Part of Ford's long history of producing popular and affordable small cars, following models like the Escort and Cortina.
Generation Designation:
This is the Mk2 (fourth generation) Fiesta, introduced in 1983.
Design Changes From Mk1:
Revised body styling, improved aerodynamics, updated interior, and a wider range of engine options compared to the original Mk1 Fiesta.
Production Period:
1983-1989 for the Mk2 generation.
Manufacturing Plants:
Primarily Dagenham, UK, and Valencia, Spain.
