Vehicle Segment:
City Car / Subcompact
Target Audience:
Do-it-yourself owners and professional mechanics seeking detailed repair and maintenance information.
Competitors Segment:
Suzuki Alto, Chevrolet Spark (later models), Hyundai Getz (early models), Kia Picanto (early models).
Comprehensiveness:
Complete official service and repair manual covering all models and engines for the specified year.
Practicality:
Printable pages allow for use in a workshop environment; searchable and bookmarked for quick information retrieval.
Value Proposition:
Inexpensive way to maintain and repair the vehicle, saving on labor costs.
Engine Mechanical:
Engine Overhaul and Rebuilding
Engine Management:
Engine Performance, Troubleshooting and Diagnostics, Computer Diagnostic Trouble Tree Charts, Computer Diagnostic Codes, Firing Orders
Fuel System:
Fuel Injection System Service
Ignition System:
Ignition System Service
Cooling System:
Cooling System Service and Capacities
Exhaust System:
Exhaust System Service
Transmission:
Transmission Removal and Installation, Transmission In-Car Servicing
Drivetrain:
U-Joint and CV-Joint Service Procedures
Brakes:
Brakes, Brake Servicing Procedures, Complete Torque Specifications (for brakes)
Suspension:
Suspension, Front End and Alignment Procedures and Specifications
Steering:
Steering System Service
Electrical System:
Complete Wiring Diagrams, Vacuum Diagrams
Climate Control:
Air Conditioning Service and Capacities
Body And Frame:
Sunroof Service
Maintenance:
Factory Maintenance Schedules and Charts, Timing Belt Replacement, Timing Belt Service Procedures
Repair:
Repair Procedures, Engine Overhaul and Rebuilding, Complete Disassembly Procedures
Diagnostics:
Trouble Codes, Troubleshooting and Diagnostics, Computer Diagnostic Trouble Tree Charts
Rebuilding:
Engine Rebuilding
Restoration:
Restoration Procedures
Belt Service:
Serpentine Belt Routings with Diagrams
Depth:
Comprehensive, from basic maintenance to complete engine rebuilds and detailed diagnostics.
Documentation Type:
Step-by-step instructions, detailed illustrations, exploded diagrams, wiring schematics, diagrams, photos, and specifications.
Engine Type:
Inline 3-cylinder, 4-stroke
Displacement:
Approximately 796 cc (0.8 Liters)
Fuel Delivery:
Multi-point Fuel Injection (MPI)
Valve Train:
SOHC (Single Overhead Camshaft)
Horsepower:
Typically around 50-52 PS (Pferdestärke) or ~51 bhp @ ~6000 rpm (exact figures may vary by market).
Torque:
Typically around 70-72 Nm or ~51-53 lb-ft @ ~4600 rpm (exact figures may vary by market).
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Gasoline
Transmission Type:
5-speed Manual Transmission
Transmission Type:
3-speed Automatic Transmission (often market dependent)
Clutch Type:
Dry single-plate clutch (for manual)
Manual Transmission Fluid:
API GL-4, SAE 75W-90 or 80W-90 (refer to manual for exact specification and capacity)
Automatic Transmission Fluid:
Dexron III or equivalent (refer to manual for exact specification and capacity)
Euro Ncap Rating:
3 Stars (for earlier models, specific 2003 rating may vary or not be directly comparable to modern standards).
Braking System:
Front ventilated discs, Rear drum brakes (standard).
ABS:
Optional, depending on trim level and market.
Airbags:
Driver and front passenger airbags (standard on most models).
Seatbelts:
3-point front seatbelts with pre-tensioners, 3-point rear seatbelts.
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 7,500 - 10,000 miles (12,000 - 15,000 km) or 12 months, whichever comes first. (Consult manual for precise intervals).
Timing Belt Replacement Interval:
Recommended every 60,000 - 90,000 miles (96,000 - 144,000 km) or 4-5 years. Crucial due to potential for catastrophic engine damage if it breaks.
Spark Plug Replacement Interval:
Typically every 30,000 - 40,000 miles (48,000 - 64,000 km) for standard spark plugs. (Refer to manual for specific plug type and interval).
Engine Oil Type:
API SJ/SL or ACEA A2/A3, SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 (Check manual for viscosity and specifications specific to ambient temperature).
Coolant Type:
Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze, typically a 50/50 mix with distilled water (refer to manual for color and type).
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 (Check manual for precise specification).
Common Problems:
Timing belt failure (if not replaced on schedule), suspension wear (bushings, ball joints), minor electrical gremlins, rust on body panels (depending on climate).
Engine Reliability:
The 0.8L engine is generally considered robust for its class, but requires diligent maintenance, particularly the timing belt.
Brand Origins:
Daewoo Motors was a South Korean automobile manufacturer, founded in 1982.
Model Introduction:
The Daewoo Matiz was originally developed by Daewoo Motor Company and first introduced in 1998.
Design Influence:
Designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro of Italdesign, initially intended for Fiat.
Manufacturing Locations:
Primarily South Korea; also produced under license in other countries (e.g., Poland, Vietnam, Uzbekistan).
Daewoo Acquisition:
Daewoo Motors was acquired by General Motors in 2002, leading to the Matiz being rebadged as a Chevrolet Spark in many markets from 2005 onwards.