Target Audience:
        
        
            Budget-conscious consumers, first-time car buyers, small families
        
     
    
    
        
            Key Competitors:
        
        
            Ford Focus, Honda Civic (older generations), Toyota Corolla (older generations), Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio, Nissan Sentra (older generations)
        
     
    
    
        
            Vehicle Attributes:
        
        
            Affordable price, fuel efficiency, compact size for urban driving, simple mechanicals
        
     
    
        
            Manual Value Proposition:
        
        
            Empowers owners and independent mechanics with factory-level diagnostic and repair knowledge, reducing reliance on dealerships and potentially costly repairs.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Primary Coverage:
        
        
            North America (Chevrolet branding)
        
     
    
        
            Secondary Coverage:
        
        
            Global (Daewoo/Suzuki branding variations)
        
     
    
    
        
            Estimated Page Count:
        
        
            Hundreds (as stated, actual may vary but implies comprehensive)
        
     
    
    
        
            Type:
        
        
            Factory Service Manual / Workshop Manual
        
     
    
    
    
    
 
    
    
    
        
            Powertrain:
        
        
            Engine mechanical, engine management, fuel system, cooling system, exhaust system, transmission (manual & automatic)
        
     
    
        
            Chassis:
        
        
            Suspension (front & rear), steering, brakes (front & rear disc/drum), wheels & tires
        
     
    
        
            Electrical:
        
        
            Wiring diagrams, lighting, instrumentation, body control modules, power windows, locks, mirrors, audio system, starting & charging system
        
     
    
        
            Body:
        
        
            Body panels, doors, glass, interior trim, bumpers, HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning)
        
     
    
    
        
            Maintenance:
        
        
            Scheduled maintenance, oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks & changes, tune-ups
        
     
    
        
            Repair:
        
        
            Engine overhaul, transmission repair, brake component replacement, suspension linkage replacement, electrical component diagnosis & repair
        
     
    
        
            Troubleshooting:
        
        
            Diagnostic procedures, fault code interpretation, symptom-based troubleshooting guides
        
     
    
        
            Technical Data:
        
        
            Torque specifications, clearances, diagnostic parameters, wiring schematics
        
     
    
    
        
            Depth:
        
        
            Comprehensive (covers all repair, servicing, and troubleshooting)
        
     
    
        
            Diagrams:
        
        
            Detailed photos & exploded diagrams
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Code:
        
        
            Z16SE (common in this era, though others may exist)
        
     
    
        
            Engine Type:
        
        
            Inline 4-cylinder, DOHC
        
     
    
        
            Displacement:
        
        
            1.6 Liters (1598 cc)
        
     
    
        
            Bore X Stroke:
        
        
            Approx. 79.0 mm x 81.5 mm (typical for this displacement)
        
     
    
    
        
            Horsepower:
        
        
            Approximately 103 hp @ 6000 rpm (may vary slightly by market/tune)
        
     
    
        
            Torque:
        
        
            Approximately 107 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm (may vary slightly)
        
     
    
    
        
            Fuel Delivery:
        
        
            Multi-point Fuel Injection (MPI)
        
     
    
        
            Fuel Type:
        
        
            Unleaded Gasoline
        
     
    
    
        
            ECU Type:
        
        
            Engine Control Unit (ECU) with OBD-II diagnostics
        
     
    
    
        
            Coolant Type:
        
        
            Ethylene Glycol based antifreeze (typically 50/50 mix)
        
     
    
    
        
            Oil Viscosity:
        
        
            SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30 (refer to manual for specific conditions)
        
     
    
        
            Oil Capacity:
        
        
            Approx. 3.8 Liters (4.0 US Quarts) with filter change
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Transmission Type:
        
        
            5-speed Manual Transmission (M/T)
        
     
    
    
        
            Transmission Type:
        
        
            4-speed Automatic Transmission (A/T)
        
     
    
    
        
            Clutch Type:
        
        
            Hydraulic Actuated Dry Single Plate Clutch (for M/T)
        
     
    
    
        
            Manual Fluid:
        
        
            API GL-4, SAE 75W-85 or 75W-90 Gear Oil (verify with manual)
        
     
    
        
            Automatic Fluid:
        
        
            Dexron III (or equivalent DEXRON-VI) ATF
        
     
    
    
        
            Manual Capacity:
        
        
            Approx. 1.8 Liters (verify with manual)
        
     
    
        
            Automatic Capacity:
        
        
            Approx. 5.5 Liters (verify with manual)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Length:
        
        
            Approx. 3895 mm (153.3 inches)
        
     
    
        
            Width:
        
        
            Approx. 1670 mm (65.7 inches)
        
     
    
        
            Height:
        
        
            Approx. 1500 mm (59.1 inches)
        
     
    
        
            Wheelbase:
        
        
            Approx. 2480 mm (97.6 inches)
        
     
    
    
        
            Curb Weight:
        
        
            Approx. 1050 kg (2315 lbs) - varies by trim/options
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            NHTSA Front Impact:
        
        
            Likely 4-star rating (based on similar vehicles of the era, but specific rating needs manual verification)
        
     
    
        
            IIHS Side Impact:
        
        
            Varies by year and specific crash test, generally acceptable for its class
        
     
    
    
        
            ABS:
        
        
            Available (often optional on lower trims)
        
     
    
        
            Traction Control:
        
        
            Less common, potentially optional or unavailable
        
     
    
    
        
            Airbags:
        
        
            Frontal airbags standard, side airbags often optional
        
     
    
        
            Seatbelts:
        
        
            3-point seatbelts with pretensioners (front)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Oil Change Interval:
        
        
            Every 7,500 miles or 6 months (typical, consult manual for specific conditions)
        
     
    
        
            Air Filter Replacement:
        
        
            Every 30,000 miles or as needed
        
     
    
        
            Spark Plug Replacement:
        
        
            Every 60,000-100,000 miles (depending on plug type, consult manual)
        
     
    
        
            Timing Belt Replacement:
        
        
            N/A (typically uses a timing chain for this engine)
        
     
    
    
        
            Brake Fluid:
        
        
            DOT 3 or DOT 4 (check manual for exact specification)
        
     
    
        
            Power Steering Fluid:
        
        
            GM Power Steering Fluid or equivalent (check manual)
        
     
    
        
            Coolant Capacity:
        
        
            Approx. 4.5 Liters (verify with manual)
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Performance:
        
        
            Occasional rough idle, potential for carbon buildup on intake valves
        
     
    
        
            Electrical:
        
        
            Faulty window regulators, alternator issues, dashboard warning light illumination (various causes)
        
     
    
        
            Suspension Steering:
        
        
            Wear in ball joints, tie rod ends, and bushings leading to clunking noises or steering play
        
     
    
        
            Transmission:
        
        
            Automatic transmission harsh shifting or delayed engagement (fluid and filter changes often help)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Parent Company:
        
        
            General Motors (GM)
        
     
    
    
        
            Platform:
        
        
            GM T-platform (shared with Daewoo Kalos/Gentran, Suzuki Swift+)
        
     
    
        
            Design Origin:
        
        
            Designed by Italdesign Giugiaro, originally for Daewoo
        
     
    
    
        
            Manufacturing Location:
        
        
            South Korea (primarily Daewoo's Changwon plant)
        
     
    
        
            Production Run:
        
        
            2002-2011 (globally, with updates)