Vehicle Segment:
        
        
            Mid-size Pickup Truck / Ute
        
     
    
    
        
            Key Competitors:
        
        
            Toyota Hilux, Ford Ranger, Mitsubishi Triton, Nissan Navara
        
     
    
    
        
            Features Of Vehicle:
        
        
            Robust chassis, available 4x4 drivetrain, versatile cargo bed, suitable for work and recreation.
        
     
    
        
            Target Audience:
        
        
            Owners, DIY mechanics, and professional repair workshops seeking comprehensive repair and maintenance information.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Service And Repair:
        
        
            Detailed information on engine overhaul, diagnostics, and component replacement.
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Service And Repair:
        
        
            Coverage for both manual and automatic transmissions, including rebuilds and diagnostics.
        
     
    
        
            Brake System:
        
        
            Inspection, repair, and maintenance of ABS, disc/drum brakes, and hydraulic components.
        
     
    
        
            Wiring Diagrams:
        
        
            Comprehensive electrical schematics for all vehicle systems.
        
     
    
        
            Electrical System:
        
        
            Diagnosis and repair of lighting, ignition, charging, starting, and accessory circuits.
        
     
    
        
            Suspension:
        
        
            Front and rear suspension component diagnosis, repair, and alignment procedures.
        
     
    
        
            Steering:
        
        
            Power steering system repair, wheel alignment, and steering linkage servicing.
        
     
    
        
            Cooling System:
        
        
            Radiator, water pump, thermostat, and fan system maintenance and repair.
        
     
    
        
            Fuel Injection Fuel System:
        
        
            Fuel pump, injectors, fuel lines, and evaporative emission control system servicing.
        
     
    
        
            Emission System:
        
        
            Diagnosis and repair of emissions control components and systems.
        
     
    
        
            Heater Air Conditioning:
        
        
            HVAC system components, refrigerant handling, and climate control diagnostics.
        
     
    
        
            Engine Control System:
        
        
            ECU diagnostics, sensor testing, and actuator function.
        
     
    
        
            Chassis Body:
        
        
            Frame and body repair, panel replacement, and structural integrity.
        
     
    
        
            Restraint System:
        
        
            Airbag system diagnosis and repair, seatbelt servicing.
        
     
    
        
            Interior:
        
        
            Trim panel removal, seat adjustment, and interior component repair.
        
     
    
        
            Differential Drive Axle:
        
        
            Front and rear differential service, drive shaft maintenance.
        
     
    
        
            General Maintenance:
        
        
            Scheduled maintenance, fluid changes, filter replacements.
        
     
    
        
            Periodic Lubrication:
        
        
            Lubrication points and schedules for various chassis components.
        
     
    
        
            Emission Control Systems:
        
        
            Details on catalytic converters, oxygen sensors, and other emission-related components.
        
     
    
        
            Fuel System Components:
        
        
            Specific procedures for fuel filter replacement, fuel pump testing, and injector servicing.
        
     
    
        
            Body And Frame:
        
        
            Includes procedures for chassis alignment, structural component repair, and body panel replacement.
        
     
    
    
        
            Troubleshooting:
        
        
            Diagnostic procedures and symptom-based troubleshooting guides.
        
     
    
        
            Repair Procedures:
        
        
            Step-by-step instructions with detailed substeps for component repair and replacement.
        
     
    
        
            Disassembly Assembly:
        
        
            Detailed instructions for taking apart and putting back together vehicle components.
        
     
    
        
            Cleaning Reinstalling:
        
        
            Procedures for cleaning parts before reassembly and proper installation techniques.
        
     
    
        
            Diagnostic Procedures:
        
        
            Inclusion of diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), fault finding charts, and component testing procedures.
        
     
    
        
            Component Replacement:
        
        
            Detailed instructions for replacing major and minor components across all systems.
        
     
    
    
        
            Depth:
        
        
            Comprehensive, professional-level technical information for diagnostics, repair, and maintenance.
        
     
    
        
            Diagnostic Tools:
        
        
            Mentions or implies the use of factory-level diagnostic tools or equivalents for advanced troubleshooting.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Oil Change Interval:
        
        
            Typically 5,000-10,000 km or 6-12 months, depending on driving conditions and oil type.
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Oil:
        
        
            For diesel: API CI-4 or CH-4 specification, 15W-40 or 5W-40. For gasoline: API SL/SM, 10W-30 or 5W-30.
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Fluid Manual:
        
        
            GL-4 or GL-5 gear oil, SAE 75W-90 or 80W-90.
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Fluid Automatic:
        
        
            Dexron III or equivalent, capacity approx. 5-7 litres.
        
     
    
        
            Coolant:
        
        
            Ethylene glycol based coolant, typically a 50/50 mix with distilled water. Green or orange colored coolant depending on specification.
        
     
    
        
            Brake Fluid:
        
        
            DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid.
        
     
    
        
            Power Steering Fluid:
        
        
            Typically ATF DEXRON II or III.
        
     
    
    
        
            Common Problems:
        
        
            Potential for injector issues on high-mileage diesels, EGR valve clogging, intercooler hose leaks, suspension wear (ball joints, bushings).