Market Segment:
Compact sedan/hatchback, aimed at value-conscious buyers seeking reliable transportation.
Key Competitors:
Chevrolet Cavalier, Ford Escort, Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, Nissan Sentra.
Key Selling Points:
Affordability, fuel efficiency, practicality, and Dodge's reputation for robust engineering inherited from the K-car platform.
Manual Utility:
Essential for DIY mechanics, restoration projects, or anyone needing to identify and source specific original parts for the Dodge Spirit.
Content Description:
A comprehensive catalog of parts, featuring manufacturer part numbers and detailed exploded diagrams.
Geographical Coverage:
North America (USA, Canada)
Vehicle Variants Covered:
All Dodge Spirit models within the 1989-1995 model year range.
Estimated Page Count:
Varies based on specific publication, typically several hundred pages for comprehensive parts catalogs.
Manual Type:
Parts Catalog / Parts Manual
Operating System Compatibility:
PC and MAC compatible, works with all versions of Windows.
Engine Components:
Engine block, cylinder head, pistons, crankshaft, camshaft, valves, timing components, oil pump, cooling system components, intake manifold, exhaust manifold, emissions control components.
Fuel System:
Fuel tank, fuel pump, fuel lines, fuel injectors, fuel pressure regulator, throttle body, evaporative emission control system.
Transmission Drivetrain:
Automatic transmission components (e.g., A-413, A-670), torque converter, driveshafts, CV joints, differential components.
Suspension Steering:
Front suspension (struts, control arms, ball joints, sway bar), rear suspension (beam axle, trailing arms, shock absorbers), steering rack, power steering pump, steering column, tie rods.
Braking System:
Front disc brakes (calipers, rotors, pads), rear drum brakes (wheel cylinders, shoes, drums), brake master cylinder, brake booster, proportioning valve, brake lines.
Electrical System:
Battery, alternator, starter motor, ignition system components, lighting (headlights, taillights, interior), fuses, relays, wiring harnesses, sensors (e.g., MAP, TPS, O2), instrument cluster.
Body Exterior:
Body panels (fenders, hood, doors, trunk lid), bumpers, grille, headlights, taillights, mirrors, glass, weatherstripping, trim pieces, emblems.
Body Interior:
Seats, dashboard, door panels, headliner, carpeting, seat belts, HVAC controls, audio system components, interior trim.
HVAC System:
Air conditioning compressor, condenser, evaporator, heater core, blower motor, climate controls, ducting.
Part Identification:
Identification of every individual part with its corresponding OEM part number.
Assembly Disassembly:
Detailed exploded diagrams to guide in the correct assembly and disassembly of various components and systems.
Part Ordering:
Facilitates accurate part ordering by providing manufacturer part numbers.
Technical Depth:
Comprehensive part-level detail, including fasteners, brackets, and minor components not typically found in basic service manuals.
Diagram Quality:
High-quality exploded diagrams with part callouts and reference numbers, aiding visual understanding of assembly and disassembly.
File Format Details:
PDF (Portable Document Format), allowing for easy viewing, searching, and printing.
Print Quality Description:
High-resolution digital scans with clear and legible text and diagrams, enabling precise printing of individual pages or sections.
Binding Type:
N/A (Digital Download - PDF)
Paper Type:
N/A (Digital Download - PDF)
Ease Of Use:
Designed for ease of use with clear navigation and searchable PDF functionality.
Printable Pages:
Allows users to print specific sections or the entire manual as needed.
Engine Options:
2.5L (153 ci) Naturally Aspirated Inline-4 (4G54 Mitsubishi Astron engine family), 2.5L Turbocharged Inline-4 (for performance variants like the Shelby Spirit).
Horsepower Range:
Approximately 100-146 hp depending on engine and tuning.
Torque Range:
Approximately 130-170 lb-ft depending on engine and tuning.
Fuel Delivery:
Fuel Injection (MPI - Multi-Point Injection or TBI - Throttle Body Injection on some base models).
Common Engine Code:
G4CS (2.5L non-turbo), G4CS-T (2.5L turbo).
Engine Family Designation:
Chrysler's K-Car derivatives and Mitsubishi Astron family.
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 3,000-5,000 miles or 3-6 months, depending on driving conditions (refer to original owner's manual for precise intervals).
Engine Oil Viscosity:
Typically 5W-30 or 10W-30, depending on ambient temperature (refer to original owner's manual).
Coolant Type:
Chrysler's long-life coolant or equivalent ethylene glycol-based coolant (typically a 50/50 mix with distilled water).
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 brake fluid.
Common Wear Items:
Struts, ball joints, tie rod ends, exhaust system components, fuel injectors, radiator, water pump, engine mounts.
Electrical Gremlins:
Corrosion in wiring harnesses, faulty sensors, and issues with the alternator or starter can occur due to age.
Oem Part Numbers:
Provides original equipment manufacturer (OEM) part numbers for easy identification and sourcing of correct replacement parts.
