Target Audience:
Datsun 1400 Saloon owners with basic mechanical skills and independent automotive service professionals.
Advantage:
Provides dealer-level technical information, enabling cost savings on repairs and maintenance, and empowers owners with knowledge.
Accuracy:
Vehicle-specific information, not generic; exact same procedures and specifications used by authorized dealers.
Content Type:
Step-by-step instructions, diagrams, illustrations, wiring schematics, and specifications.
Clarity:
Accurate, clear, and concise text combined with helpful illustrations for easy comprehension.
Roi:
Can easily pay for itself on the first basic maintenance task like an oil change or spark plug replacement.
Engine Mechanical:
Full overhaul, disassembly, assembly, timing, valve adjustment, piston rings, crankshaft, camshaft, lubrication system.
Engine Electrical:
Ignition system (distributor, spark plugs, coils), starting system (starter motor), charging system (generator/alternator), lighting system, instrumentation.
Emission Control:
Details on emissions control devices relevant to the period, including adjustments and maintenance.
Fuel System:
Carburetor (Zenith, Hitachi, or similar), fuel pump, fuel lines, fuel tank servicing and cleaning.
Clutch System:
Clutch disc, pressure plate, release bearing, hydraulic system (master and slave cylinders), adjustment and replacement.
Transmission:
Manual transaxle overhaul, gear selection, shift linkage, bearings, seals, fluid specifications.
Automatic Transmission:
Details for any optional automatic transmission variants, including operation, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting.
Driveshaft And Axles:
U-joints, propeller shaft, rear axle assembly, differential, half-shafts, wheel bearings.
Suspension System:
Front and rear suspension components, shock absorbers, springs, bushings, alignment specifications.
Steering System:
Steering box, tie rods, steering column, power steering (if equipped), lubrication, alignment.
Restraint System:
Seat belts, seat belt anchor points, adjustment, and maintenance.
Brake System:
Front and rear brakes (drum or disc), brake pads/shoes, cylinders, lines, master cylinder, parking brake, bleeding procedures.
Body Interior Exterior:
Body panels, doors, hood, trunk, trim, glass, upholstery, interior fittings, basic body repair techniques.
Body Electrical System:
Headlights, taillights, turn signals, dashboard lights, wipers, horn, wiring schematics.
HVAC:
Heating system operation, fan controls, ducting, demisting.
Maintenance:
Oil changes, filter replacements, spark plug replacement, tune-ups, fluid checks and changes, lubrication.
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic procedures for common problems across all major systems.
Repair:
Detailed step-by-step instructions for component removal, repair, and reinstallation.
Diagnostics:
Identification of symptoms and corresponding corrective actions.
Wiring Diagrams:
Comprehensive electrical wiring schematics for accurate troubleshooting and repair.
Depth:
Full factory-level service and repair information, suitable for professional mechanics and experienced DIY enthusiasts.
Engine Code Or Type:
Likely the A14 engine, a 1.4-liter inline-four gasoline engine.
Displacement:
1400 cc (approximately 1.4 liters).
Bore X Stroke:
Specifications will be detailed within the manual (typical for A14: 76 mm x 77 mm).
Horsepower:
Around 70-80 PS (net) depending on specific tuning and market.
Torque:
Specifications will be detailed within the manual.
Carburetion:
Single-barrel or two-barrel carburetor. Specific model (e.g., Hitachi) will be detailed.
Ignition Timing:
Precise timing specifications for optimal performance and emissions will be provided.
Coolant Type:
Standard ethylene glycol-based antifreeze mixture. Specific ratios and capacity detailed.
Oil Change:
Typically every 3,000 to 5,000 miles (5,000 to 8,000 km) or 3-6 months, depending on driving conditions. Manual will specify exact interval and type.
Tune Up:
Recommended every 10,000 to 15,000 miles (16,000 to 24,000 km), including spark plug replacement, ignition timing adjustment, and carburetor adjustment.
Brake Fluid Flush:
Every 24,000 miles (36,000 km) or 2 years. Manual will provide specific Datsun recommendations.
Engine Oil Viscosity:
Likely SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40, depending on ambient temperature. Specific API service classification will be detailed.
Engine Oil Capacity:
Approximately 3.5 - 4.0 liters (3.7 - 4.2 US quarts) with filter change. Exact capacity in manual.
Coolant Capacity:
Approx. 6.0 - 6.5 liters (6.3 - 6.9 US quarts). Manual will specify exact.
Carburetor:
Deterioration of fuel hoses, needle valve issues, general wear and tear leading to rough idling or poor fuel economy.
Ignition System:
Wear on distributor points, condenser failure, aging spark plug wires.
Rust:
Common issue for vehicles of this era, particularly in wheel arches, sills, and door bottoms. Manual may cover basic body repair.
Suspension Bushings:
Degradation of rubber bushings leading to noisy suspension and poor handling.
