Target Audience:
Mini Moke owners and enthusiasts seeking to maintain, repair, or restore their vehicles.
Manual Value Proposition:
Offers professional-grade, comprehensive repair information at a fraction of the cost of dealer-specific manuals, with the convenience of instant download and selective printing.
Instruction Quality:
Step-by-step instructions suitable for beginners.
Visual Aid Quality:
Detailed illustrations for clear identification and procedure understanding.
Diagnostic Aid Quality:
Dedicated troubleshooting guides for efficient problem solving.
Digital Format Benefits:
Instant download, print-on-demand, easy navigation, and searchability.
Engine Coverage:
Detailed information on engine disassembly, assembly, tuning, and troubleshooting.
Transmission Coverage:
Service and repair procedures for the gearbox and drivetrain.
Brake System Coverage:
Maintenance, repair, and adjustment of brake components.
Electrical System Coverage:
Wiring diagrams, component testing, and troubleshooting for the entire electrical system.
Suspension And Steering Coverage:
Service procedures for suspension components, steering rack, and alignment.
Bodywork And Chassis Coverage:
Repair and maintenance of the Moke's unique body and chassis structure.
Cooling System Coverage:
Maintenance and repair of the radiator, hoses, and thermostat.
Fuel System Coverage:
Carburetor adjustment, fuel pump, and fuel line maintenance.
Exhaust System Coverage:
Repair and replacement of exhaust components.
Maintenance Procedures:
Regular servicing, lubrication, fluid changes, filter replacements.
Troubleshooting Guides:
Diagnostic charts and step-by-step solutions for common problems.
Repair Procedures:
Detailed instructions for component removal, replacement, and reassembly.
Engine Rebuilding Procedures:
Comprehensive guidance for complete engine overhauls.
Electrical Diagnostics:
Step-by-step testing of electrical circuits and components.
Technical Depth Level:
Professional-grade, suitable for both novice DIY mechanics and experienced technicians.
Printable Quality:
Full Printable
Software Requirements:
Adobe PDF Reader & WinZip
Operating System Compatibility:
All Versions of Windows & Mac
Binding Type:
Electronic (PDF)
Paper Type Recommendation:
Not applicable for electronic format, but printable pages allow user choice.
Engine Type:
Inline 4-cylinder (variations based on year and market)
Engine Displacement:
Typically 848cc, 998cc, 1070cc, 1098cc, 1275cc (depending on the era and variant).
Engine Code Examples:
10H, 12H, 12AM, 12G, 12AB, 1300/1400 variants (manual will detail specific codes)
Horsepower Range:
Approximately 34-55 bhp (brake horsepower) depending on engine size and tuning.
Torque Range:
Varies with engine, typically 43-65 lb-ft.
Fuel Delivery:
Carburetor (e.g., SU HS2, Stromberg CD175, Weber variants)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline (post 1970s) / Leaded gasoline (earlier models)
Transmission Type:
Manual
Optional Transmission:
Automatic transmission was available in some later models/markets, though less common.
Gearbox Layout:
Transverse engine with integrated gearbox (Mini-based layout).
Transmission Fluid Specification:
GL4 20W/50 or equivalent (refer to manual for specific variants).
Safety Rating Era:
Designed in an era with less stringent safety regulations; specific crash test ratings may be limited or unavailable by modern standards.
Braking System:
Hydraulically operated drum brakes front and rear, often with optional front discs in later models.
Body Construction:
Steel chassis with a separate, lightweight fiberglass or metal body tub.
Rollover Protection:
Standard integrated roll bar (a key feature of the Moke design).
Infotainment System:
Basic, typically limited to analog gauges (speedometer, fuel, oil pressure) and a radio if fitted.
Driver Assistance Features:
None by modern standards; focus is on mechanical operation.
Connectivity Features:
None.
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 3,000 miles or 6 months (refer to manual for specific recommendations).
Tune Up Interval:
Periodic checks of ignition timing, carburetor adjustment, and spark plugs.
Engine Oil Specification:
20W/50 or 20W/50 (API SF or higher, refer to manual for specific grades and capacities).
Coolant Specification:
Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze (50/50 mix with water).
Brake Fluid Specification:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 hydraulic fluid.
Common Wear Items:
Rubber suspension cones, clutch components, brake hydraulics, electrical wiring reliability.
Bodywork Concerns:
Corrosion on steel components (where applicable) and potential cracking in older fiberglass body tubs.
Engine Tendencies:
Oil leaks, carburetor tuning issues, potential for overheating in hot climates without adequate cooling system maintenance.
Parent Company History:
Developed by British Motor Corporation (BMC) as a light utility vehicle based on the Mini platform.
Initial Concept:
Intended as a lightweight military vehicle, similar to the Jeep, but its small size and lack of 4WD made it more suitable for civilian and recreational use.
Key Variants:
Military prototypes, civilian models, Australian variants (often with larger engines and specific features), electric prototypes.
Original Production Period:
1964-1968 (UK), continued in Australia until 1975 and Portugal until 1993.
Manufacturing Locations:
United Kingdom, Australia, Portugal, South Africa, USA (various periods).
Vehicle Cultural Impact:
Iconic status in popular culture, particularly associated with beach life, leisure, and as a quirky classic vehicle.
Manual Quality Assessment:
Professional-quality, reliable resource for owners and mechanics.
Manual Accuracy Standard:
Based on factory service procedures and common workshop practices of the era.