Target Audience:
Professional technicians, serious DIY mechanics, owners seeking in-depth knowledge
Value Proposition:
Provides factory-level repair information accessible to a broader audience, bridging the gap between professional and DIY repair
Content Similarity:
Comparable to factory service manuals and owner's manuals, offering a consolidated resource
Learning Methodology:
Step-by-step guidance designed to impart factory-trained technician knowledge
Primary Focus:
Repair and Service Procedures
Secondary Focus:
Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Specifications
Estimated Pages:
High (Typical for Factory Service Manuals, exact count not provided in product description, but implied to be comprehensive)
Type:
Repair Service Manual / Workshop Manual
Engine Mechanical:
Full coverage: disassembly, assembly, inspection, repair, tuning
Engine Management System:
Ignition system, fuel injection system (if applicable to specific models), emissions control
Transmission:
Manual and Automatic transmission service, overhaul, and troubleshooting
Drivetrain:
Clutch, driveshafts, differentials, axles
Suspension:
Front and rear suspension components, alignment specifications
Steering:
Steering system components, power steering system (if equipped)
Brakes:
Brake system components (discs, drums, calipers, master cylinder), hydraulic system, parking brake
Electrical System:
Starting system, charging system, lighting, instrumentation, accessories, wiring diagrams
Body And Chassis:
Body panel removal/installation, interior trim, glass, doors, bumpers
Heating And Air Conditioning:
HVAC system components and service
Emissions Control:
Emissions system components and diagnostics
Scheduled Maintenance:
Detailed maintenance schedules and procedures
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic procedures and symptom-based troubleshooting guides
Disassembly And Assembly:
Step-by-step instructions for component removal and installation
Repair Procedures:
Comprehensive repair instructions for all major vehicle systems
Cleaning And Reinstallation:
Instructions for cleaning and proper reinstallation of parts
Torque Specifications:
Essential torque values for critical fasteners
Depth:
Covers fundamental to advanced repair and diagnostic procedures, suitable for professional technicians and knowledgeable DIYers
Engine Family:
Daihatsu CB Series
Displacement Common:
1.0L (993cc)
Cylinders Common:
3-cylinder
Induction Common:
Naturally Aspirated Carbureted (with potential for fuel injection on later/specific models)
Horsepower Approx Typical:
50-60 hp (varies by specific engine code and market)
Torque Approx Typical:
70-80 Nm (varies by specific engine code and market)
Fuel Delivery:
Carburetor (e.g., Hitachi, Mikuni), potentially Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) on some variants
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Gasoline
Transmission Type Common:
5-speed Manual
Transmission Type Optional:
3-speed or 4-speed Automatic
Manual Transmission:
Clutch operation, gear selection, torque transfer
Automatic Transmission:
Torque converter, hydraulic control, gear ratios
Crash Test Data:
Limited public data for this era and model, manual will contain chassis structural data relevant to repair
Braking System:
Front disc brakes, rear drum brakes (typical)
Steering System:
Rack and pinion steering
Seat Belts:
Standard seat belts
Body Structure:
Designed for its era, manual details structural reinforcement and repair
Oil Change Interval Typical:
Every 5,000-7,500 km or 6 months (refer to manual for specific recommendations based on driving conditions)
Air Filter Replacement Typical:
Every 15,000-30,000 km or annually
Spark Plug Replacement Typical:
Every 30,000-40,000 km (depending on plug type)
Timing Belt Replacement Typical:
Crucial. Typically every 80,000-100,000 km or 5-7 years due to potential for catastrophic engine damage if it fails. Manual will specify exact interval and procedure.
Engine Oil Type Typical:
API SG or SH, SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 (refer to manual for exact viscosity and API rating based on climate)
Coolant Type:
Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze (typically a 50/50 mix with distilled water)
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 (refer to manual for specific requirement)
Transmission Fluid Manual:
API GL-4, SAE 75W-90 or 80W-90 gear oil (refer to manual)
Transmission Fluid Automatic:
Dexron II or equivalent (refer to manual for exact specification)
Engine:
Potential for carburetor tuning issues, occasional oil leaks from seals, timing belt maintenance critical.
Electrical:
Corrosion in connectors, aging wiring harnesses, alternator/starter issues can occur with age.
Chassis And Suspension:
Wear in bushings, ball joints, and tie rod ends due to age and mileage. Rust can be an issue in certain climates.
Manufacturer:
Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd.
Brand Focus:
Known for producing small, fuel-efficient, and often economical vehicles
Generation Covered:
Third Generation Charade (1987-1994)
Design Changes From Predecessor:
More modern, rounded styling, improved aerodynamics, and interior refinements compared to the second generation
Production Period:
1987-1994 (Third Generation)
Manufacturing Locations:
Japan, and potentially other licensed assembly plants globally
