Detailed step-by-step procedures for component removal and installation
Technical Depth
Depth:
Comprehensive, from basic scheduled maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds, including detailed electrical schematics and body repair techniques.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
Digital Format:
HTML files, providing web-like navigation and searchability within the archive.
Print Quality
Printability:
Fully printable, designed for high-quality reproduction on standard printers.
Binding Type
Binding Recommendation:
Suitable for binding into a loose-leaf binder for ease of use and page insertion.
Paper Type
Recommended Paper:
Standard printing paper (8.5x11 inches or A4) for printed copies.
Organization
Bookmarking:
Bookmarked for efficient navigation to specific sections and models.
Approximately 60 hp (Matiz) to 150 hp (Evanda V6), depending on model and engine variant.
Fuel System
Fuel Delivery:
Multi-point fuel injection (MPI) or Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) across most models.
Emissions Control
Emissions Compliance:
Euro III or equivalent emissions standards for the 2004 model year.
🔧 Transmission
Standard Transmission
Transmission Options Matiz:
Typically a 5-speed manual transmission.
Optional Transmission
Transmission Options Kalos Nubira Lancetti:
Available with 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmissions.
Transmission Options Tacuma Rezzo Evanda:
Available with 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmissions, with some larger engines potentially having different auto options.
Features
Clutch Type:
Dry single-plate clutch for manual transmissions.
📐 Dimensions
Exterior Matiz
Length Matiz:
Approx. 3,495 mm (varies slightly by sub-model)
Exterior Kalos
Length Kalos:
Approx. 3,880 mm
Exterior Nubira
Length Nubira:
Approx. 4,260 mm (Sedan), 4,270 mm (Wagon)
Weights
Curb Weight Range:
Approx. 750 kg (Matiz) to 1,400 kg (Evanda), depending on model and specification.
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
Crash Test Ratings:
Varies significantly by model and market. Early Matiz models had lower ratings compared to later models and larger Daewoo vehicles.
Active Features
Active Safety:
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) available on higher trims and larger models; Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) often paired with ABS.
Passive Features
Passive Safety:
Driver and front passenger airbags standard on most models; side airbags and pretensioners available on higher trims/larger vehicles.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Infotainment Features Base:
Basic radio/cassette or CD player, often with AM/FM tuning. Speaker count typically 2-4.
Infotainment Features Optional:
Higher trims might have upgraded audio systems, CD changers, or basic navigation systems in later models or specific markets.
Driver Assistance
Driver Assistance Features:
Limited by modern standards; features like cruise control were optional on higher trims of larger models. Parking sensors were rare.
Connectivity
Connectivity Features:
Basic; power windows, power locks, and central locking available on higher trims. No integrated Bluetooth or USB ports typically.
Instrumentation
Instrument Cluster:
Analogue gauges for speedometer, tachometer (optional), fuel level, and engine temperature. Warning lights for critical systems.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 10,000 km or 6 months, whichever comes first. Refer to manual for exact model and engine specifics.
Air Filter Replacement:
Recommended every 20,000-30,000 km or as needed based on driving conditions.
Spark Plug Replacement:
Intervals vary by plug type (e.g., iridium plugs may last longer), typically 40,000-100,000 km.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Spec:
API SG/SH/SJ or ACEA A1/B1, A2/B2, A3/B3. Viscosity typically 5W-30 or 5W-40, depending on climate. Consult manual for exact spec and capacity (e.g., 3.7L for 1.6L engine).
Coolant Spec:
Ethylene glycol-based coolant with corrosion inhibitors. Typically a 50/50 mix with distilled water. Capacity varies by model (e.g., ~5.0L for Matiz).
Brake Fluid Spec:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid.
Transmission Fluid Auto Spec:
Dexron III or equivalent automatic transmission fluid (ATF). Capacity varies (e.g., ~5.5L for a typical 4-speed auto).
Known Issues
Matiz Common Issues:
Potential for electrical gremlins, rust on body panels (especially wheel arches and sills), and occasional issues with window regulators and cooling fans.
Kalos Nubira Lancetti Common Issues:
Wear on suspension components (bushings, ball joints), potential for catalytic converter issues, and occasional engine management sensor faults.
Tacuma Rezzo Evanda Common Issues:
More prone to wear on automatic transmission components with higher mileage, potential for EGR valve issues, and interior trim rattles.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Brand Origin:
Daewoo Motors was a South Korean automobile manufacturer, part of the Daewoo Group. It went through various ownership changes, eventually being acquired by GM.
Model Evolution
Matiz Evolution:
Originally designed by Italdesign Giugiaro, the Daewoo Matiz (M100/M150) was a popular city car known for its compact size and fuel efficiency.
Kalos Evolution:
Introduced as a successor to some smaller Daewoo models, it offered a more modern design and improved features.
Nubira Lancetti Evolution:
Represented Daewoo's efforts in the compact and small family car segments, with the Nubira evolving from its predecessor and the Lancetti being a refreshed or rebadged version in some markets.
Tacuma Rezzo Evanda Evolution:
These models covered the MPV (Tacuma/Rezzo) and executive sedan (Evanda) segments, showcasing Daewoo's broader product range.
Production
Manufacturing Locations:
Primary manufacturing in South Korea, with assembly plants in other countries as well.
Acquisition Impact
Gm Acquisition:
Many Daewoo models were either rebadged or significantly updated under General Motors ownership, often sold under Chevrolet or other GM brands in different markets.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Safety Awards Matiz:
The Matiz often received mixed safety reviews and was not a leader in its class for crash protection, though it was praised for maneuverability and economy.
Value Awards:
Daewoo models, particularly the Matiz and Kalos, were often recognized for their affordability and value for money in their respective market segments.
Ratings
Customer Satisfaction:
Customer satisfaction varied, often tied to the reliability of specific models and engine types. The manual provides the means to address common reliability concerns.
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