Market Segment:
Compact to Mid-size SUV, known for its robust build and utility, often competing with models like the Mitsubishi Pajero/Montero, Isuzu Trooper, and Land Rover Discovery.
Key Strengths:
Robust chassis and body construction, capable off-road performance due to its truck-based platform, relatively spacious interior.
Intended Audience:
Professional technicians, experienced DIY mechanics, and owners seeking detailed repair and maintenance guidance.
Value Proposition:
Provides factory-level technical information for DIY repair, saving significant costs on professional labor. Equips owners with knowledge to make informed maintenance decisions.
Engine Systems:
Engine mechanical, fuel system, ignition system, cooling system, lubrication system, emissions control
Transmission Drivetrain:
Manual transmission, automatic transmission, transfer case, drive shafts, differentials, axles
Suspension Steering:
Front suspension, rear suspension, steering system, power steering
Braking System:
Front brakes, rear brakes, parking brake, ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Electrical Electronics:
Battery, charging system, starting system, lighting, instruments, fuses and relays, body electrical systems, power accessories
Body Chassis:
Body construction, exterior trim, interior trim, doors, windows, seats, HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning)
Diagnostics Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), symptom-based troubleshooting, electrical schematics
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance, oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks and top-offs
Repair Overhaul:
Engine repair and overhaul, transmission service and overhaul, brake caliper and rotor replacement, suspension component replacement
Disassembly Assembly:
Step-by-step instructions for disassembly and reassembly of major vehicle components
Cleaning Installation:
Procedures for cleaning parts and installing new or serviced components
Technical Depth:
Comprehensive: Covers basic maintenance to complex engine and transmission rebuilds, including detailed electrical diagnostics and schematics.
Print Quality:
Full Printable
Binding Type:
Digital Download (No physical binding)
Paper Type:
N/A (Digital)
Zoom Functionality:
YES (Zoom IN/OUT)
Searchability:
Likely searchable text within PDF, depending on original document scanning
Delivery Method:
Instant Download
Software Requirements:
Adobe PDF Reader & WinZip
Operating Systems:
All Versions of Windows & Mac
Engine Type Diesel:
SsangYong (Mercedes-Benz licensed) 2.9L Inline-4 Turbo Diesel (OM661 LA)
Engine Type Petrol:
SsangYong (Mercedes-Benz licensed) 3.2L Inline-6 Naturally Aspirated Petrol (OM602 DE 32 LA - modified for petrol use)
Horsepower Diesel:
Approximately 120-140 PS (90-104 kW) depending on specific tune
Torque Diesel:
Approximately 250-280 Nm (184-206 lb-ft) depending on specific tune
Horsepower Petrol:
Approximately 200-220 PS (149-164 kW)
Torque Petrol:
Approximately 270-290 Nm (199-214 lb-ft)
Fuel System Diesel:
Direct Injection, Turbocharged, Mechanical Fuel Injection Pump (Bosch VE or similar)
Fuel System Petrol:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Transmission Type Diesel:
5-speed Manual Transmission (e.g., BorgWarner T5 or similar robust unit)
Transmission Type Petrol:
4-speed Automatic Transmission (e.g., Mercedes-Benz 722.4 or similar)
Transfer Case:
Part-time 4WD with selectable high and low range. Some models might have full-time 4WD systems.
Overall Length:
Approx. 4,680 mm (184.3 in)
Overall Width:
Approx. 1,795 mm (70.7 in)
Overall Height:
Approx. 1,760 mm (69.3 in)
Wheelbase:
Approx. 2,650 mm (104.3 in)
Curb Weight:
Approx. 1,800 - 2,000 kg (3,968 - 4,409 lbs), depending on engine and configuration
Safety Rating General:
Variable depending on market and specific crash test data for the era; typically designed to meet regional safety standards of the late 1990s.
Active Safety Systems:
Available ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) on higher trims.
Passive Safety Features:
Seat belts (front and rear), reinforced body structure, potentially driver-side airbag on some models.
Infotainment System Era:
Basic for its time. Typically featured an AM/FM radio with CD player or cassette tape deck. Some higher trims may have had a premium sound system.
Driver Assistance Features:
Limited. Primarily ABS on higher trims. No advanced electronic driver-assistance systems (ADAS) common in modern vehicles.
Connectivity Options:
None (no Bluetooth, USB ports, or smartphone integration).
Oil Change Interval Diesel:
Recommended every 5,000-7,500 km (3,000-5,000 miles) or 6 months, whichever comes first, depending on driving conditions.
Oil Change Interval Petrol:
Recommended every 7,500-10,000 km (5,000-6,000 miles) or 12 months, whichever comes first.
Air Filter Replacement:
Every 20,000-30,000 km (12,000-18,000 miles) or annually.
Fuel Filter Replacement Diesel:
Every 30,000-40,000 km (18,000-25,000 miles).
Engine Oil Diesel:
API CG-4 or higher, SAE 15W-40 or 10W-30 (check manual for specific climate recommendations)
Engine Oil Petrol:
API SL/SM/SN, SAE 5W-30 or 10W-40 (check manual for specific climate recommendations)
Coolant:
Ethylene glycol-based coolant, mixed 50/50 with distilled water. Capacity: Approx. 10-12 liters.
Transmission Fluid Auto:
Dexron II/III or equivalent Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF). Capacity: Approx. 7-9 liters.
Transmission Fluid Manual:
API GL-4 or GL-5 gear oil, SAE 75W-90 or 80W-90. Capacity: Approx. 2-3 liters.
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid.
Diesel Engine Glow Plugs:
Glow plug failure can lead to hard starting in cold weather.
Turbocharger Diesel:
Turbocharger can be prone to wear and failure if not properly maintained (e.g., oil changes).
Suspension Bushings:
Wear and tear on suspension bushings can lead to clunking noises and poor handling.
Electrical Corrosion:
Older vehicles can experience corrosion in electrical connectors, leading to intermittent faults.
Rust Chassis:
Like many vehicles of this era, the chassis and body are susceptible to rust, especially in areas with harsh winters or high humidity.
Daewoo Automotive:
Daewoo Motor Company was a South Korean manufacturer that existed from 1982 to 2011. It produced a range of vehicles, often through licensing agreements with other manufacturers.
Musso Development:
The Daewoo Musso was a rebadged version of the SsangYong Musso, a large SUV designed and manufactured by SsangYong Motor Company (which Daewoo briefly owned or partnered with).
Production Period:
1993-2005 (SsangYong original), 1997-2000 (Daewoo rebadge)
Manufacturing Location:
South Korea
