Target Audience:
Polaris Cobra owners, mechanics, and restoration enthusiasts seeking to maintain and repair their vehicles.
Value Proposition:
Provides comprehensive, factory-level repair knowledge, empowering owners to perform maintenance and repairs, saving on labor costs.
Ease Of Use:
Easy-to-read text and helpful illustrations simplify complex procedures.
Searchability:
PDF format allows for quick access to specific information using the search function.
Customer Support:
Guaranteed quality and excellent customer service.
General Coverage:
Complete service and repair information for the 1979 Polaris Cobra.
Specific Systems Mentioned:
Engine, transmission, chassis, electrical, bodywork (implied by 'every nut and bolt').
Manual Type:
Factory Service Repair Manual / Shop Manual
Engine Overhaul:
Detailed procedures for engine disassembly, inspection, repair, and reassembly.
Transmission Service:
Covers maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of the transmission system (e.g., transmission swap).
Chassis And Suspension:
Implied coverage for steering, suspension, and braking systems due to 'every nut and bolt' and problem identification.
Electrical System:
Likely includes wiring diagrams, component testing, and troubleshooting for the vehicle's electrical systems.
Fuel System:
Detailed procedures for fuel delivery, carburetion (if applicable), and associated components.
Cooling System:
Procedures for radiator, water pump, hoses, and thermostat maintenance and repair.
Exhaust System:
Information on exhaust manifold, pipes, muffler, and emissions control components.
Brake System:
Includes inspection, repair, and bleeding procedures for the braking system.
Steering System:
Covers steering linkage, column, and mechanism inspection and repair.
Body And Trim:
Likely covers body panel repairs, trim removal/installation, and associated hardware.
Routine Maintenance:
Covers basic maintenance tasks such as oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks, and lubrication.
Troubleshooting Guides:
Provides guidance on diagnosing and resolving various vehicle problems.
Component Replacement:
Step-by-step instructions for replacing individual parts and components.
Engine Rebuilds:
Comprehensive instructions for complete engine overhauls.
Transmission Rebuilds:
Detailed procedures for transmission disassembly and reassembly.
Electrical Diagnostics:
Methods for diagnosing electrical faults and testing components.
Tune Up Procedures:
Instructions for performing tune-ups, including ignition timing and carburetor adjustments.
Depth Of Coverage:
Factory-level detail, enabling owners to perform repairs equivalent to those done by factory-trained technicians.
Diagnostic Capabilities:
Extensive troubleshooting and diagnostic information to identify root causes of problems.
Repair Scope:
Covers everything from minor adjustments to major component replacements and rebuilds.
Searchable Text:
Yes, the PDF format allows for text searching.
Printable Pages:
Yes, individual pages or sections can be printed.
Binding Type:
N/A (Digital PDF format)
Paper Type:
N/A (Digital PDF format)
Illustration Count:
Hundreds (as stated in product description).
Illustration Quality:
Aids in job completion, suggesting clear and informative diagrams.
Engine Type:
Specific engine details not provided in product information. Likely a gasoline-powered internal combustion engine, typical for vehicles of this era. Common for Polaris of this period might include 2-stroke or 4-stroke engines depending on the specific Cobra model (e.g., snowmobile, ATV, motorcycle).
Horsepower Range:
N/A - Specific engine details required.
Torque Range:
N/A - Specific engine details required.
Fuel Delivery:
Likely carbureted, with detailed procedures for carburetor adjustment and maintenance.
Fuel Type:
N/A - Typically gasoline for vehicles of this type and era.
Transmission Type:
Not specified in product information. Polaris vehicles of this era could have manual or automatic transmissions, or CVTs depending on the specific model (e.g., snowmobile, ATV).
Optional Transmissions:
N/A - Specific model details required.
Transmission Fluid:
Manual will likely specify the correct transmission fluid type and capacity for maintenance and refill procedures.
Overall Length:
N/A - Specific vehicle model dimensions are not provided.
Overall Width:
N/A - Specific vehicle model dimensions are not provided.
Overall Height:
N/A - Specific vehicle model dimensions are not provided.
Curb Weight:
N/A - Specific vehicle model weights are not provided.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating:
N/A - Specific vehicle model GVWR is not provided.
Crash Test Results:
N/A - Safety ratings for vehicles from 1979 are typically not comparable to modern standards and are not provided in the manual description.
Braking System:
Manual will detail the inspection and maintenance of the braking system, including components like brake pads/shoes, calipers/wheel cylinders, master cylinder, and lines.
Structural Integrity:
While not explicitly detailed as safety features, the manual's coverage of chassis and body repair contributes to maintaining the vehicle's structural integrity.
Infotainment System:
N/A - Vehicles from 1979 typically featured basic AM/FM radio and perhaps a tape player, not advanced infotainment systems. Manual would cover radio installation/removal.
Driver Assistance Features:
N/A - Driver assistance systems were not prevalent in vehicles of this era.
Connectivity Options:
N/A - Connectivity features were not available in 1979.
Oil Change Interval:
Manual will provide specific mileage or time-based intervals for engine oil changes, likely varying with operating conditions.
Filter Replacement Intervals:
Procedures and recommended replacement intervals for oil filters, air filters, and fuel filters will be detailed.
Transmission Service Interval:
Recommended intervals for checking and changing transmission fluid will be specified.
Engine Oil Specification:
The manual will specify the SAE viscosity grade and API service classification for engine oil (e.g., SAE 10W-40 API SG).
Coolant Specification:
Details on the type and mixture ratio of coolant (e.g., ethylene glycol based) will be provided.
Brake Fluid Specification:
Specification for the correct DOT brake fluid (e.g., DOT 3) will be included.
Transmission Fluid Specification:
The manual will specify the correct type of transmission fluid (e.g., ATF Dexron II, gear oil GL-4) and its capacity.
Chassis Lubrication:
Locations and types of grease/lubricants for chassis points (e.g., ball joints, tie rods) will be specified.
Common Wear Items:
The manual, by covering 'every nut and bolt,' will implicitly guide users on inspecting and replacing common wear items like brake pads, spark plugs, belts, and hoses.
Carburetor Tuning Issues:
For vehicles of this era, carburetor tuning and gumming can be common; the manual will provide guidance on addressing these.
Polaris History Context:
Polaris, founded in 1954, is a significant American manufacturer known for its pioneering work in snowmobiles and later expanding into ATVs, motorcycles, and other recreational vehicles. The 1979 model year places this vehicle within a period of substantial growth and innovation for the company.
Cobra Model Context:
The 'Cobra' name has been used by Polaris across various vehicle types (e.g., snowmobiles, early ATVs). Without specific model identification (e.g., Cobra 250, Cobra Jet), its exact nature is unclear, but it represents a specific product line from 1979.
