Vehicle Type:
        
        
            Kei car convertible sports car
        
     
    
        
            Target Audience:
        
        
            Enthusiast owners, independent repair shops, DIY mechanics seeking in-depth technical information.
        
     
    
    
        
            Competitive Edge:
        
        
            Provides factory-level diagnostic and repair data, equivalent to manuals used by authorized service centers.
        
     
    
    
        
            Content Quality:
        
        
            Complete, intact, and professional quality, written by the manufacturer.
        
     
    
        
            Cost Saving Potential:
        
        
            Enables owners to perform repairs and maintenance themselves, saving significant costs.
        
     
    
        
            Accessibility:
        
        
            Instant digital download for immediate access to repair information.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Service Repair:
        
        
            Detailed procedures for engine maintenance, diagnostics, and repair.
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Service Repair:
        
        
            Comprehensive guidance on transmission maintenance, diagnostics, and repair.
        
     
    
        
            Brake System:
        
        
            Service and repair for all braking components, including ABS if applicable.
        
     
    
        
            Wiring Diagram:
        
        
            Complete electrical wiring diagrams for accurate troubleshooting.
        
     
    
        
            Electrical System:
        
        
            Detailed diagnostics and repair for all electrical components and circuits.
        
     
    
        
            Suspension:
        
        
            Service and repair procedures for suspension components.
        
     
    
        
            Steering:
        
        
            Maintenance and repair of the steering system.
        
     
    
        
            Cooling System:
        
        
            Service and repair for the engine's cooling system.
        
     
    
        
            Fuel Injection Fuel System:
        
        
            Detailed information on fuel delivery, injection, and control.
        
     
    
        
            Emission System:
        
        
            Information related to emission control systems and diagnostics.
        
     
    
        
            Heater Air Conditional:
        
        
            Service and repair for HVAC systems.
        
     
    
        
            Engine Control System:
        
        
            Diagnostics and troubleshooting of the Engine Control Unit (ECU) and related systems.
        
     
    
        
            Chassis Body:
        
        
            Information on body repairs and chassis components.
        
     
    
        
            Restraint System:
        
        
            Service and information regarding airbags and seatbelt systems.
        
     
    
        
            Interior:
        
        
            Procedures for interior component removal, installation, and repair.
        
     
    
        
            Differential Drive:
        
        
            Service and repair of the differential and drivetrain components.
        
     
    
        
            Axle:
        
        
            Service and repair for front and rear axles.
        
     
    
    
        
            General Maintenance:
        
        
            Routine checks, fluid changes, filter replacements, and general upkeep.
        
     
    
        
            Troubleshooting:
        
        
            Systematic diagnostic steps and common problem identification.
        
     
    
        
            Periodic Lubrication:
        
        
            Schedule and specifications for lubrication points.
        
     
    
        
            Repair Procedures:
        
        
            Step-by-step instructions for component disassembly, repair, and reassembly.
        
     
    
        
            Diagnostics:
        
        
            Detailed diagnostic procedures for all vehicle systems.
        
     
    
    
        
            Depth:
        
        
            Professional technician level, covering everything from basic maintenance to complex repairs and diagnostics.
        
     
    
        
            Illustrations:
        
        
            Hundreds of detailed illustrations, drawings, and photos to guide repairs.
        
     
    
        
            Instruction Format:
        
        
            Numbered instructions, detailed substeps, notes, cautions, and warnings.
        
     
    
        
            Electrical Diagnostics Integration:
        
        
            Troubleshooting and electrical service procedures integrated with detailed wiring diagrams.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Code:
        
        
            JB-DET (Turbocharged)
        
     
    
        
            Engine Type:
        
        
            660cc, 12-valve, DOHC, Intercooled Turbocharged Inline-3
        
     
    
    
        
            Horsepower Ps:
        
        
            64 PS (47 kW; 63 hp) @ 6,000 rpm (Kei car regulations)
        
     
    
        
            Torque Nm:
        
        
            10.2 kg⋅m (100 N⋅m; 74 lb⋅ft) @ 3,000 rpm
        
     
    
    
        
            Fuel Delivery:
        
        
            Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
        
     
    
        
            Turbocharger:
        
        
            Mitsubishi TD025 (or similar variant) intercooled turbocharger
        
     
    
    
        
            Bore X Stroke:
        
        
            67.0 mm × 60.6 mm (common for JB-DET)
        
     
    
        
            Compression Ratio:
        
        
            8.3:1 (common for JB-DET)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Length:
        
        
            3,395 mm (133.7 in)
        
     
    
        
            Width:
        
        
            1,475 mm (58.1 in)
        
     
    
        
            Height:
        
        
            1,245 mm (49.0 in)
        
     
    
        
            Wheelbase:
        
        
            2,430 mm (95.7 in)
        
     
    
    
        
            Curb Weight Kg:
        
        
            Approx. 750 kg (1,653 lb) for manual, 770 kg (1,698 lb) for automatic
        
     
    
        
            Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Kg:
        
        
            N/A (Typically not specified for this class of vehicle in this format)
        
     
    
    
        
            Trunk Volume Liters:
        
        
            Very limited, designed for sportiness over practicality
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            NHTSA Rating:
        
        
            N/A (As a Kei car, it operates under different safety regulations in Japan; may not have standardized US ratings.)
        
     
    
        
            Jncsa Rating:
        
        
            4-star (typical for the era and class in Japan)
        
     
    
    
        
            ABS:
        
        
            Standard on most models
        
     
    
        
            Traction Control:
        
        
            Optional on some models
        
     
    
    
        
            Airbags:
        
        
            Driver and passenger airbags
        
     
    
        
            Rollover Protection:
        
        
            Integrated roll bar in the A-pillar and windshield frame
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Head Unit:
        
        
            Factory fitted single-DIN or double-DIN radio with CD player. Aftermarket options common.
        
     
    
        
            Speakers:
        
        
            Typically 4 speakers (two front, two in dashboard or A-pillar)
        
     
    
    
        
            Parking Sensors:
        
        
            Optional, typically aftermarket additions.
        
     
    
    
        
            Bluetooth:
        
        
            Not standard; requires aftermarket head unit or adapter.
        
     
    
    
        
            Convertible Roof Operation:
        
        
            Power-operated retractable hardtop with a button on the dashboard. Actuation can be a point of maintenance.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Oil Change Interval:
        
        
            Typically every 5,000 km (3,100 mi) or 6 months, whichever comes first (consult manual for specific grade).
        
     
    
        
            Air Filter Replacement:
        
        
            Check every 10,000 km (6,200 mi), replace as needed or every 30,000 km (18,600 mi).
        
     
    
        
            Spark Plug Replacement:
        
        
            Refer to manual; typically iridium plugs last longer, around 60,000-100,000 km (37,000-62,000 mi).
        
     
    
        
            Timing Belt Replacement:
        
        
            The JB-DET engine uses a timing chain, which typically does not require periodic replacement unless there are issues.
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Oil Type:
        
        
            API SG/SH/SJ or higher, SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 recommended (check manual for exact specification and capacity).
        
     
    
        
            Coolant Type:
        
        
            Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze (50/50 mix with distilled water). Genuine Daihatsu coolant or equivalent.
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Fluid Atf Type:
        
        
            Dexron II/III or equivalent for automatic transmissions (consult manual for specific Daihatsu ATF type and capacity).
        
     
    
        
            Brake Fluid Type:
        
        
            DOT 3 or DOT 4
        
     
    
        
            Power Steering Fluid:
        
        
            N/A (Copen uses Electric Power Steering - EPS)
        
     
    
    
        
            Common Issues:
        
        
            Turbocharger wear (especially if maintenance is neglected), electrical gremlins in convertible roof mechanism, minor rust issues on older units, ignition coil failure.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Daihatsu Specialty:
        
        
            Daihatsu is a long-standing Japanese manufacturer known for its smaller, fuel-efficient, and often quirky vehicles, particularly within the Kei car segment.
        
     
    
    
        
            Copen Generations:
        
        
            The 2009 model belongs to the first generation (L880), which was produced from 2002 to 2012. It followed the concept car 'Kobe' and 'Strada'.
        
     
    
    
        
            Production Location:
        
        
            Japan
        
     
    
        
            Production Years First Gen:
        
        
            2002-2012