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