Target Audience:
Citroën AX 1987 owners, aspiring DIY mechanics, and professional workshops.
Value Proposition:
Provides access to factory-level repair and maintenance knowledge, enabling significant cost savings on labor.
Comprehensiveness:
Covers all aspects of repair and maintenance, from basic services to complex overhauls.
Practicality:
Printable pages allow for on-the-job use without damaging a rare or expensive physical manual.
User Friendliness:
Designed to be accessible even for users not highly skilled with computers, with clear instructions and navigation.
Engine:
Includes service, repair, and potential rebuild procedures for various engine options.
Transmission:
Covers service and repair for both manual and potentially automatic transmissions.
Brakes:
Detailed coverage of hydraulic and mechanical brake systems, including adjustments and component replacement.
Electrical:
Comprehensive electrical system coverage with detailed wiring diagrams, component testing, and troubleshooting for all circuits.
Suspension:
Includes service procedures for front and rear suspension components, alignment, and shock absorber replacement.
Steering:
Repair and adjustment procedures for the steering system, including steering column and rack components.
Cooling System:
Maintenance and repair of the cooling system, including radiator, water pump, thermostat, and fan operation.
Fuel System:
Covers fuel injection systems (if applicable for 1987 models), fuel pump, injectors, and fuel lines.
Emissions Control:
Details on emission control systems and their maintenance for compliance.
HVAC:
Service and repair for the heating and air conditioning (if equipped) systems.
Chassis Body:
Includes bodywork repair, structural information, and chassis component service.
Restraint Systems:
Information on seat belts and any other active or passive safety restraint systems.
Drive Axles Differential:
Service and repair procedures for drive axles and the differential unit.
Maintenance:
Includes general maintenance procedures, periodic lubrication, and fluid checks.
Diagnostics Troubleshooting:
Advanced troubleshooting guide to diagnose and resolve a wide range of vehicle problems.
Repair:
Step-by-step repair procedures for all major vehicle systems.
Rebuild:
Detailed instructions for rebuilding major components like the engine and transmission.
Disassembly Reassembly:
Comprehensive guides for dismantling and reassembling components.
Depth:
Factory-level technical detail, suitable for professional technicians and knowledgeable DIY owners.
Illustrations:
Includes hundreds of detailed illustrations, drawings, diagrams, and photos.
Step By Step Instructions:
Provides numbered instructions and detailed substeps for every procedure.
Critical Information:
Includes notes, cautions, and warnings to highlight critical information and prevent errors.
Searchability:
Searchable PDF format allows for quick access to specific information.
Compatibility:
Compatible with all PC based Windows operating systems and Mac.
Printability:
Printable without restriction; individual pages or the entire manual can be printed.
Resolution:
High resolution for clear viewing and printing.
Type:
Digital Download (Printable)
N A:
Not applicable for digital format, but users can print on any paper type.
Engine Codes Covered:
Likely covers HMY, HJZ, and potentially other TU series engines used in the 1987 AX variants. (Specific codes depend on market and trim).
Displacement:
Primarily 1.1L (1124cc) and 1.4L (1360cc) variations of the Peugeot-Citroën TU engine family.
Horsepower Range:
Typically between 50 hp (HMY) and 60-75 hp (TU3 variants), depending on engine tune and market.
Injection Type:
For 1987, likely includes carbureted models (e.g., Solex) for base engines and potentially early single-point fuel injection (SPI) systems for higher trims.
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline.
Length:
Approx. 3,390 mm (133.5 in)
Width:
Approx. 1,590 mm (62.6 in)
Height:
Approx. 1,330 mm (52.4 in)
Curb Weight:
Ranging from approximately 720 kg (1587 lbs) to 800 kg (1764 lbs) depending on engine and trim.
Euro Ncap:
Not applicable for 1987; Euro NCAP testing began later. Likely performed basic French/European safety tests of the era.
Braking:
Front ventilated discs, rear drums. ABS was not a standard feature in 1987.
Seatbelts:
Standard front seat belts, possibly optional rear seat belts. Pre-tensioners were not common.
Chassis Design:
Designed with a relatively strong safety cage for its class and era.
Oil Change:
Typically every 5,000-7,500 miles (8,000-12,000 km) or annually.
Spark Plugs:
Replacement recommended around 15,000-20,000 miles (24,000-32,000 km), depending on plug type.
Timing Belt:
For TU engines, typically 50,000-60,000 miles (80,000-100,000 km) or 5 years, whichever comes first. Critical to follow.
Engine Oil:
API SF/SG, SAE 10W-40 or 15W-40 (check specific engine variant in manual).
Coolant:
Mixture of distilled water and ethylene glycol-based antifreeze. Specific type and ratio in manual.
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3 or DOT 4.
Transmission Fluid:
GL-4 gear oil, typically SAE 75W-90 or 80W-90.
Electrical Gremlins:
Common in older European cars, particularly wiring harness issues or intermittent connections.
Suspension Wear:
Bushings and ball joints can wear over time, affecting ride and handling.
Rust:
Can be susceptible to rust, especially around wheel arches, sills, and the undercarriage in humid climates.
Citroen Philosophy:
Citroën's history of innovative and compact car design, emphasizing practicality and efficiency.
Introduction:
The Citroën AX was introduced in 1986 as the successor to the Citroën Visa and Axel.
Design Focus:
Focused on aerodynamics, lightweight construction, and fuel efficiency, contributing to its compact size and agile handling.
Manufacturing Locations:
Primarily manufactured in France and the United Kingdom.
Production Years:
1986–1998