Target Audience:
Owners with basic mechanical skills, independent auto repair professionals, and dealerships.
Comparison To Generic Manuals:
Vehicle-specific, not generic; provides exact procedures used by authorized technicians.
Illustrations And Diagrams:
Includes step-by-step instructions, diagrams, illustrations, and wiring schematics.
Cost Savings:
Enables DIY repairs to save significant money on maintenance and repairs.
Accessibility:
Viewable on PC, Mac, phones, and e-readers.
Engine Mechanical:
Complete overhaul, timing belt/chain, pistons, rings, bearings, cylinder heads, valve train, lubrication system, cooling system.
Engine Electrical:
Ignition system, starter, alternator, wiring diagrams, sensors, ECU troubleshooting.
Emission Control:
Catalytic converter, EGR system, O2 sensors, evaporative emission control.
Fuel System:
Fuel pump, injectors, fuel lines, fuel filter, fuel tank, pressure regulation.
Clutch System:
Clutch disc, pressure plate, release bearing, clutch hydraulics, adjustment.
Manual Transaxle:
Gearbox removal, disassembly, inspection, reassembly, shift linkage, fluid specifications.
Automatic Transaxle:
Transmission removal, overhaul, valve body, torque converter, electronic controls, fluid type and capacity.
Driveshaft Axle:
Driveshaft U-joints, differential, half-shafts, CV joints, fluid changes.
Suspension System:
Front and rear suspension components, shock absorbers, springs, control arms, bushings, alignment specifications.
Steering System:
Power steering pump, rack and pinion, steering column, tie rods, fluid type.
Restraint System:
Airbag system diagnosis and replacement, seat belts.
Brake System:
Brake pads, rotors, calipers, master cylinder, brake lines, ABS system, bleeding procedures.
Body Exterior:
Body panel removal and installation, doors, hood, tailgate, bumpers, glass.
Body Interior:
Dashboard, seats, trim panels, carpeting, headliner.
Body Electrical:
Lighting, power windows, central locking, wipers, horn, fuses, relays, switches, wiring diagrams.
HVAC:
Air conditioning system, heater core, blower motor, evaporator, refrigerant, system diagnosis.
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance, oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks and changes, tune-ups.
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic procedures for all systems, common fault diagnosis, symptom-based troubleshooting.
Repair:
Step-by-step repair instructions for all components and systems, from minor to major repairs.
Diagnostics:
In-depth diagnostic trees, fault code interpretation, sensor testing.
Wiring Schematics:
Detailed electrical wiring diagrams for all circuits.
Depth:
Full factory-level repair and diagnostic procedures, suitable for professional mechanics and advanced DIYers.
Engine Type:
Likely a 4-cylinder gasoline engine (e.g., 2.4L 4G69) or a diesel engine (e.g., 2.5L 4D56 DI-D).
Engine Displacement Gasoline Example:
2.4 Liters (2378cc)
Engine Displacement Diesel Example:
2.5 Liters (2477cc)
Horsepower Gasoline Example:
~130-150 HP @ 5200-5800 RPM (varies by specific engine variant)
Torque Gasoline Example:
~145-170 lb-ft @ 3500-4000 RPM (varies by specific engine variant)
Horsepower Diesel Example:
~136 HP @ 4000 RPM (for 4D56 DI-D common rail)
Torque Diesel Example:
~236 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM (for 4D56 DI-D common rail)
Fuel Delivery Gasoline:
Multi-point Fuel Injection (MPI)
Fuel Delivery Diesel:
Common Rail Direct Injection (DI-D)
Oil Change Interval Example:
Every 10,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first (varies by driving conditions and oil type used).
Oil Change Interval Example
Engine Oil Type Example:
API SG/SH/SJ/SL or ACEA A2/A3 rated synthetic or semi-synthetic oil, viscosity typically 5W-30 or 10W-30.
Coolant Type:
Ethylene glycol based coolant, typically a pink or red long-life type.
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4
Transmission Fluid Manual:
API GL-4 or GL-5, SAE 75W-90 or 80W-90
Transmission Fluid Automatic:
Mitsubishi DiaQueen ATF-J2 or equivalent.
Power Steering Fluid:
Dexron II/III or equivalent ATF
Common Wear Items:
Suspension components (bushings, ball joints), brake wear, clutch wear (manual), diesel particulate filter (DPF) regeneration issues (if applicable to specific diesel variants).
Diesel Specific:
Potential for injector issues or turbocharger problems in high-mileage diesel engines if not properly maintained.
