Target Audience:
        
        
            DIY enthusiasts, independent repair shops, Mercury Capri owners
        
     
    
    
        
            Advantage Over Competitors:
        
        
            Comprehensive coverage, digital format for ease of use and cleanliness, instant access
        
     
    
    
        
            Authenticity:
        
        
            Original Manufacturer Workshop Manual (Implied)
        
     
    
        
            Completeness:
        
        
            Complete and intact, no missing/corrupt parts or pages
        
     
    
        
            Utility:
        
        
            Saves time and money on repairs and maintenance
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Service Repair:
        
        
            Comprehensive Engine Service and Repair
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Service Repair:
        
        
            Comprehensive Transmission Service and Repair
        
     
    
        
            Brake System:
        
        
            Detailed Brake System Service and Repair
        
     
    
        
            Wiring Diagram:
        
        
            Complete Wiring Diagrams
        
     
    
        
            Electrical System:
        
        
            In-depth Electrical System Diagnosis and Repair
        
     
    
        
            Suspension:
        
        
            Detailed Suspension System Service and Repair
        
     
    
        
            Steering:
        
        
            Comprehensive Steering System Service and Repair
        
     
    
        
            Cooling System:
        
        
            Cooling System Maintenance and Repair
        
     
    
        
            Fuel System:
        
        
            Fuel Injection and Fuel System Service
        
     
    
        
            Emission System:
        
        
            Emission System Diagnostics and Repair
        
     
    
        
            HVAC:
        
        
            Heater and Air Conditioning System Service
        
     
    
        
            Engine Control System:
        
        
            Engine Control System Diagnostics
        
     
    
        
            Chassis Body:
        
        
            Chassis and Bodywork Repair and Maintenance
        
     
    
        
            Restraint System:
        
        
            Restraint System Information
        
     
    
        
            Interior:
        
        
            Interior Component Service and Repair
        
     
    
        
            Differential Drive:
        
        
            Differential and Drive Axle Service
        
     
    
        
            Axle:
        
        
            Axle Service and Repair
        
     
    
    
        
            General Maintenance:
        
        
            General Maintenance Procedures
        
     
    
        
            Troubleshooting:
        
        
            Comprehensive Troubleshooting Guides
        
     
    
        
            Periodic Lubrication:
        
        
            Periodic Lubrication Schedules and Procedures
        
     
    
        
            Diagnostic Procedures:
        
        
            Detailed Diagnostic Procedures for all Systems
        
     
    
        
            Repair Procedures:
        
        
            Step-by-Step Repair Procedures
        
     
    
        
            Disassembly Assembly:
        
        
            Complete Disassembly and Reassembly Instructions
        
     
    
        
            Cleaning Reinstallation:
        
        
            Component Cleaning and Reinstallation Guidance
        
     
    
    
        
            Depth:
        
        
            Professional Technician Level - Comprehensive Diagnostics and Repair
        
     
    
        
            Illustrations:
        
        
            Detailed illustrations, drawings, and photos
        
     
    
        
            Instruction Format:
        
        
            Numbered instructions, substeps, notes, cautions, warnings
        
     
    
        
            Electrical Diagnostics:
        
        
            Integrated troubleshooting and electrical service procedures with wiring diagrams
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Options 1979-1986:
        
        
            2.3L Inline-4 (OHC), 2.8L V6 (Cologne), 3.3L Inline-6 (200ci - early models), 5.0L V8 (302ci - performance variants)
        
     
    
    
        
            Horsepower Range:
        
        
            Approximately 88 hp (2.3L) to 200+ hp (5.0L V8)
        
     
    
        
            Torque Range:
        
        
            Varies significantly by engine, typically 110 lb-ft to over 250 lb-ft
        
     
    
    
        
            Fuel Delivery:
        
        
            Carbureted (early models) and Fuel Injection (later models, especially 5.0L and some 2.3L variants)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Manual Transmission Options:
        
        
            4-speed Manual, 5-speed Manual (T-5, later models)
        
     
    
    
        
            Automatic Transmission Options:
        
        
            3-speed Automatic (C3), 4-speed Automatic (AOD - later models with V8)
        
     
    
    
        
            Transmission Coverage:
        
        
            Detailed service and repair for all manual and automatic transmissions offered
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Body Styles:
        
        
            2-door Coupe, 3-door Hatchback (often referred to as a liftback)
        
     
    
        
            Wheelbase:
        
        
            Approx. 104.2 inches (based on Fox Body platform)
        
     
    
    
        
            Curb Weight:
        
        
            Approx. 2,800 - 3,200 lbs (depending on engine and options)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Safety Features Overview:
        
        
            Basic safety features for the era, including seat belts. Manual covers restraint system components.
        
     
    
    
        
            Active Safety:
        
        
            Standard braking systems, power steering (optional/standard on some trims)
        
     
    
    
        
            Passive Safety:
        
        
            Lap and shoulder belts, reinforced body structure.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Infotainment Systems:
        
        
            Basic AM/FM radio, cassette player (optional), analog gauges.
        
     
    
    
        
            Driver Assistance Features:
        
        
            Limited to power steering on some models. No advanced driver assistance systems.
        
     
    
    
        
            Connectivity Features:
        
        
            N/A (No modern connectivity features like Bluetooth or USB)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Oil Change Interval:
        
        
            Typically every 3,000-5,000 miles or 6 months, depending on driving conditions and oil type (refer to manual for specifics).
        
     
    
        
            Tune Up Interval:
        
        
            Spark plugs, filters, and ignition components typically inspected/replaced every 20,000-30,000 miles.
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Oil Specification:
        
        
            SAE 5W-30, 10W-30, or 10W-40 depending on temperature (refer to manual for specific engine and climate recommendations).
        
     
    
        
            Coolant Specification:
        
        
            Ethylene glycol based antifreeze (50/50 mix with distilled water recommended).
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Fluid Automatic:
        
        
            Mercon or equivalent (e.g., Dexron II/III for some applications, check manual).
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Fluid Manual:
        
        
            API GL-4 or GL-5 gear oil, SAE 75W-90 or 80W-90 (refer to manual for specifics).
        
     
    
    
        
            Common Issues:
        
        
            Rust/corrosion (especially wheel wells, rocker panels), carburetor issues, electrical gremlins, worn suspension bushings, aging rubber components (hoses, belts), ignition system problems.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Brand:
        
        
            Mercury (a former division of Ford Motor Company)
        
     
    
    
        
            Evolution:
        
        
            The Capri, in this generation, was a badge-engineered version of the European Ford Capri and later the Ford Mustang's Fox Body platform, offered by Mercury in North America. It transitioned from its earlier European roots to a more Americanized sports coupe.
        
     
    
    
        
            Production Location:
        
        
            Primarily manufactured in North America (USA)