Target Audience:
Professional technicians, mechanics, serious DIY enthusiasts, and workshop owners.
Value Proposition:
Provides access to the same comprehensive, factory-authorized repair information used by official dealers, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
Authenticity:
Original manufacturer-written workshop manuals, not aftermarket Haynes or Chilton equivalents.
Content Breadth:
Covers all service and repair procedures, diagnostic information, and technical data.
Accessibility:
Easy-to-use PDF format, accessible with a click.
Scope:
Comprehensive workshop procedures, electrical diagrams, torque settings, fluid capacities, diagnostic information, service, repair, and maintenance.
Estimated Pages:
Thousands of pages (actual count varies by specific edition, but described as extensive).
Type:
Factory-issued Workshop Manual
Primary Language:
English (implied by description of 'professional' and widespread use).
Digital Format:
Acrobat PDF
Compatibility:
Windows & MAC compatible
Engine:
Detailed repair, overhaul, diagnostic procedures, component identification, fuel system, cooling system, lubrication system.
Transmission:
Service, repair, and overhaul procedures for manual and potentially automatic transmissions.
Drivetrain:
Axles, differential, drive shafts, and related components.
Suspension:
Front and rear suspension components, alignment specifications, troubleshooting.
Brakes:
Brake system diagnosis, repair, component replacement (pads, rotors, calipers, lines), hydraulic system.
Steering:
Steering system components, power steering system, alignment.
Electrical System:
Wiring diagrams, component testing, troubleshooting of electrical circuits, starter, alternator, battery, lighting.
Body:
Body panel repair, interior trim, doors, glass, chassis.
Heating And Cooling:
HVAC system diagnosis and repair.
Fuel System:
Diesel fuel injection system, pumps, injectors, filters.
Maintenance:
Oil changes, filter replacements, tune-ups, fluid checks and changes, spark plug replacement (though diesel will have glow plugs), belt replacement.
Troubleshooting:
Step-by-step diagnostic procedures for common and complex issues across all systems.
Repair:
Component replacement, assembly/disassembly, engine rebuilds, transmission overhauls, bodywork repairs.
Diagnostics:
Factory-level diagnostic procedures and techniques.
Depth:
From basic maintenance tasks to complete engine and transmission rebuilding, factory-level diagnostic and repair procedures.
Type:
Diesel, Naturally Aspirated (typically for S85 HiJet)
Displacement:
Likely around 1.0L to 1.5L, common for light commercial vehicles of this era. (e.g., 1.0L, 1.3L diesel variants existed)
Bore X Stroke:
Specific to engine variant, detailed in manual.
Compression Ratio:
Specific to engine variant, detailed in manual.
Horsepower:
Typically in the range of 40-60 HP for small diesel engines of this type.
Torque:
Emphasis on low-end torque for hauling, likely in the range of 70-100 lb-ft.
Injection Type:
Indirect Injection (IDI) or Direct Injection (DI) depending on specific engine code. Likely IDI for earlier models.
Type:
Water-cooled, pressurized system.
Oil Type And Capacity:
Specific viscosity grade (e.g., 10W-30, 15W-40) and capacity detailed in manual, typically around 3.5-4.5 liters.
System:
Basic emission controls for diesel engines of its era; detailed in manual.
Type:
Manual Transmission (most common for HiJet variants).
Type:
Automatic Transmission (less common for diesel models).
Gear Ratios:
Specific gear ratios for each gear and reverse, detailed in manual.
Fluid Type:
Specific manual transmission fluid (MTF) or automatic transmission fluid (ATF) type and capacity detailed in manual.
Length:
Variable by body style (e.g., panel van, pick-up), typically around 3.4-3.7 meters for S85 generation.
Width:
Typically around 1.4-1.5 meters.
Height:
Typically around 1.8-2.0 meters for van variants.
Curb Weight:
Approximate range of 900-1100 kg, depending on configuration.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating:
Typically around 1.5-1.8 tonnes.
Oil Change:
Typically every 5,000 - 10,000 km or 6-12 months, depending on operating conditions. Manual will specify exact interval.
Air Filter Replacement:
Every 10,000 - 20,000 km or annually. Manual will specify.
Fuel Filter Replacement:
Typically every 20,000 - 40,000 km. Crucial for diesel engines. Manual will specify.
Timing Belt:
If applicable (some diesel engines use chains), typically 60,000 - 100,000 km. Manual will specify replacement interval and procedure.
Engine Oil Viscosity:
Common diesel viscosities: 10W-30, 15W-40. Manual specifies exact API classification (e.g., API CF).
Coolant:
Ethylene glycol based coolant, typically a 50/50 mix with distilled water. Manual specifies type and capacity.
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3 or DOT 4, depending on the system. Manual specifies.
Diesel Engine:
Glow plug issues, injector pump wear, turbocharger (if equipped) problems, carbon buildup in intake. Common to older diesel engines.
Transmission:
Wear on synchros in manual transmissions, potential leaks. Clutch wear.
Suspension And Steering:
Wear in ball joints, tie rod ends, and bushings due to commercial use. Steering box play.
Rust:
Common issue with vehicles of this age and type, particularly in regions with salt exposure. Body panel corrosion.
Manufacturer:
Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd., a Japanese automobile manufacturer known for small, economical vehicles and Kei cars.
Hijet Lineage:
The HiJet is one of Daihatsu's longest-running and most successful product lines, dating back to the 1960s. The S85 represents a specific generation of this versatile light commercial vehicle.
Production Period:
The S80 series (including S85) was generally produced from the mid-1980s through the 1990s. Specific production years for S85 diesel variants need confirmation but fall within this range.
Manufacturing Location:
Primarily Japan.
Model Recognition:
The Daihatsu HiJet is widely recognized for its reliability, economy, and utility as a light commercial vehicle, making it popular in many global markets.
Fuel Economy:
Generally praised for excellent fuel economy, especially in diesel variants.
Manual Certification:
Factory-authorized and OEM-standard, ensuring adherence to manufacturer specifications.