Target Audience:
Do-it-yourself enthusiasts and professional mechanics
Ease Of Use:
Easy to read text, clear diagrams, step-by-step instructions
Illustration Quality:
Top quality diagrams, highly detailed exploded pictures
Completeness:
Packed with all necessary information, accurate, clear, and concise
Engine Mechanical:
Engine overhaul, disassembly, assembly, timing, lubrication, cooling system
Fuel System:
Fuel tank, fuel pump, carburetor (or early EFI), fuel lines, emissions controls
Ignition System:
Distributor, ignition coil, spark plugs, timing adjustments
Transmission Manual:
Manual transmission overhaul, clutch replacement, shifting mechanisms
Transmission Automatic:
Automatic transmission (e.g., C3, AOD) service, fluid changes, adjustments
Drivetrain:
Driveshaft, U-joints, rear axle service, differential
Suspension:
Front and rear suspension components, steering linkage, shock absorbers, springs
Steering:
Power steering system, steering column, steering wheel
Brakes:
Brake system diagnosis, disc and drum brake service, hydraulic lines, parking brake
Electrical System:
Wiring diagrams, battery, charging system (alternator), starting system (starter motor)
Lighting System:
Headlights, taillights, interior lighting, indicator lamps
HVAC System:
Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system components and service
Body And Chassis:
Body panel removal and installation, doors, glass, interior trim
Emission Controls:
Emissions system components and troubleshooting
Instrument Panel:
Gauges, warning lights, instrument cluster removal and repair
Body Controls:
Door locks, window mechanisms, seat adjustments
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance, fluid changes, filter replacements, tune-ups
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic charts, symptom-based troubleshooting guides
Repair:
Step-by-step repair procedures for all major components
Rebuilds:
Engine and transmission rebuild procedures
Installation:
Installation procedures for key replacement parts
Alignment:
Wheel alignment specifications and procedures
Depth Of Information:
Detailed, including exploded views and diagrams for complex procedures
Diagnostics:
Comprehensive diagnostic information and specifications
Torque Specifications:
Includes critical torque values for engine, suspension, and drivetrain fasteners
Engine Options 1979-1986:
2.3L Inline-4 (OHC), 2.8L V6 (Cologne), 3.3L Inline-6 (4.2L in later years for some models)
Displacement Options:
2300 cc, 2792 cc, 3278 cc (and some larger variants later)
Horsepower Range:
Ranges from approximately 85 HP (2.3L) to 130 HP (2.8L V6), depending on year and specific engine tune
Fuel Delivery Early:
Carbureted (e.g., Motorcraft 2150, Holley variants)
Fuel Delivery Late:
Early Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) available on some models
Engine Codes Examples:
OHC Lima (e.g., YF, YF-R), Cologne V6 (e.g., YZ)
Engine Compression Ratios:
Varies by engine and year, typically between 8.0:1 and 9.5:1
Standard Transmission Options:
4-speed manual (e.g., Ford BC/TC-4) , 5-speed manual (e.g., Ford RTS) on later models
Automatic Transmission Options:
3-speed automatic (e.g., Ford C3), 4-speed automatic overdrive (e.g., Ford AOD on later models)
Transmission Features:
Clutch operation, torque converter, gear ratios, shift linkage adjustments
Oil Change Interval:
Typically 3,000-5,000 miles or 3-6 months, depending on oil type and driving conditions
Tune Up Interval:
Spark plugs, distributor cap/rotor, ignition wires at 30,000-60,000 miles (varies)
Engine Oil Type:
API SG or SF, viscosity typically 5W-30 or 10W-30 (check manual for specific engine)
Coolant Type:
Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze, typically a 50/50 mix with distilled water
Automatic Transmission Fluid Type:
For C3: MERCON/Dexron II; For AOD: MERCON/Dexron II (check manual)
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 brake fluid
Power Steering Fluid Type:
Mercon/Dexron II, or specific Ford power steering fluid
Carburetor Issues:
Clogging, vacuum leaks, idle control problems on Motorcraft 2150 carburetors
Electrical Issues:
Corrosion, aging wiring harnesses, alternator/regulator failures
Suspension Wear:
Worn ball joints, tie rod ends, and bushings due to age and mileage
Rust And Corrosion:
Common in wheel wells, rocker panels, and floor pans due to vehicle age
Mercury Brand:
Ford's mid-tier brand, positioned between Ford and Lincoln
Capri Lineage:
Originally a captive import from Ford of Europe, later rebadged as a domestic Mercury based on the Ford Mustang platform (Fox Body)
Production Period:
1979-1986 for this generation, following earlier European Capri imports
Manufacturing Plant:
Various Ford plants in North America (e.g., Dearborn, Michigan; Metuchen, New Jersey)
