Segment:
Compact MPV (Multi-Purpose Vehicle)
Target Audience:
Families seeking affordable and practical transportation
Key Competitors:
Renault Scenic, Citroën C4 Picasso, Peugeot 5008 (depending on market)
Value Proposition:
Offers spaciousness and practicality at a competitive price point
Design Philosophy:
Functional and straightforward design, emphasizing utility over luxury
Covered Models:
All Dacia Lodgy models 2012-2015
Covered Engines:
All engine variants for 2012-2015 models
Covered Trims:
All trim levels for 2012-2015 models
Covered Transmissions:
All transmission types for 2012-2015 models
Estimated Pages:
Hundreds of pages (as stated in product description)
Type:
Workshop Repair Service Manual
Engine Service Repair:
Comprehensive engine service and repair procedures
Transmission Service Repair:
Detailed transmission service and repair procedures
Brake System:
Service and repair of all brake system components
Electrical System:
Diagnosis and repair of the entire electrical system
Wiring Diagrams:
Detailed wiring diagrams for all circuits
Suspension:
Service and repair of suspension components
Steering:
Service and repair of the steering system
Cooling System:
Maintenance and repair of the cooling system
Fuel Injection Fuel System:
Service and repair of fuel delivery and injection systems
Emission System:
Diagnosis and repair of emission control systems
Heater Air Conditioning:
Service and repair of HVAC systems
Engine Control System:
Diagnosis and repair of engine management systems
Chassis Body:
Information on chassis and body repairs
Restraint System:
Service and information on safety restraint systems (airbags, seatbelts)
Interior:
Information related to interior components and repairs
Differential Drive:
Service and repair of drivetrain components
Axle:
Service and repair of axles
General Maintenance:
Procedures for routine maintenance and checks
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic procedures and common issue resolution
Periodic Lubrication:
Details on lubrication points and schedules
Disassembly Assembly:
Step-by-step instructions for component disassembly and reassembly
Cleaning:
Procedures for cleaning various vehicle components
Reinstalling:
Instructions for proper reinstallation of parts
Depth:
Professional-level technical information, including advanced diagnostics and repair
Illustrations:
Includes detailed illustrations, drawings, and photos
Substeps:
Detailed substeps for complex repair procedures
Notes Cautions Warnings:
Critical information highlighted through notes, cautions, and warnings
Numbered Instructions:
Step-by-step numbered instructions for clarity
Figure Matching:
Bold figure numbers to easily match illustrations with instructions
Part Identification:
Enlarged inset views for detailed part examination
Table Of Contents:
Numbered table of contents for quick information retrieval
Gasoline Engine Options:
Likely candidates include 1.6L (K7M) and 1.2L Turbo (H4Bt)
Diesel Engine Options:
Likely candidates include 1.5L dCi (K9K)
Horsepower Range:
Approx. 80-120 hp depending on engine variant
Torque Range:
Approx. 130-220 Nm depending on engine variant
Injection Type:
Multi-point fuel injection (MPI) for gasoline, Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDi) for diesel
Wheelbase:
Approx. 2810 mm
Luggage Capacity Seats Up:
Approx. 700-827 liters (5-seater configuration)
Luggage Capacity Seats Down:
Can exceed 2000 liters with rear seats folded
Curb Weight:
Approx. 1200-1350 kg depending on engine and configuration
Euro Ncap Rating:
Likely achieved 3 or 4 stars for the initial models (depending on testing year and equipment)
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System
Esp:
Likely optional or standard on higher trims for stability control
Brake Assist:
Likely available
Airbags:
Front airbags for driver and passenger, side airbags likely optional
Seatbelts:
3-point seatbelts with pretensioners
Oil Change Interval:
Typically 15,000 km or 1 year, whichever comes first (check manual for specific engine)
Timing Belt Replacement:
For petrol engines, usually around 90,000-120,000 km or 5-6 years. Diesel engines might have timing chains or belts with similar intervals. Consult manual.
Engine Oil Type:
Likely 5W-30 or 5W-40, API SN or ACEA C3 compliant (verify with manual for specific engine)
Coolant Type:
G12 or G12+ type antifreeze (ethlylene glycol-based), typically purple or pink color
Transmission Fluid Type:
GL-4 or GL-5 gear oil for manual transmissions (specific viscosity will be in manual)
Common Wear Items:
Brake pads, brake discs, suspension components (bushings, ball joints) due to typical usage patterns.
Electrical Gremlins:
Occasional reports of minor electrical issues, often resolved with software updates or connection checks.
Manufacturer Focus:
Dacia, a Romanian manufacturer now part of the Renault Group, focuses on producing affordable and reliable vehicles.
Lodgy Introduction:
The Lodgy was first unveiled in 2012, aimed at providing a spacious and budget-friendly family vehicle.
Platform Sharing:
Based on a Renault-derived platform, sharing components with models like the Dacia Dokker and Renault Logan MCV.
Manufacturing Location:
Primarily manufactured at the Dacia plant in Mioveni, Romania.
