🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Datsun

Model:

1400 Saloon

Year:

1968

Chassis Code:

Likely '610' series or similar for the 1400cc designation, specific chassis code not explicitly provided but inferred for the era.

👋 Introduction

Target Audience:

Datsun 1400 Saloon 1968 owners, mechanics, and restoration enthusiasts seeking comprehensive service and repair information.

Value Proposition:

Provides factory-level, detailed information essential for maintaining and repairing the Datsun 1400 Saloon, offering significant cost savings over professional labor and enabling DIY repairs.

Accuracy Completeness:

Original manufacturer-written content, guaranteed complete and intact, matching what local service shops use.

Usability:

Easy-to-follow directions, clear diagrams, and a structured table of contents for quick information retrieval.

📋 Manual Details

Coverage:

All Models/Engines/Trim/Transmissions Types for the Datsun 1400 Saloon 1968.

Page Count:

Hundreds of pages (as stated in description)

Type:

Workshop Service Repair Manual

Language:

English

Format:

PDF Download

📖 Manual Coverage

Engine Service Repair:

Yes

Transmission Service Repair:

Yes

Brake System:

Yes

Wiring Diagram:

Yes

Electrical System:

Yes

Suspension:

Yes

Periodic Lubrication:

Yes

Steering:

Yes

Cooling System:

Yes

Fuel Injection Fuel System:

Yes

Emission System:

Yes

Heater Air Conditional:

Yes

Engine Control System:

Yes

Chassis Body:

Yes

Restraint System:

Yes

Interior:

Yes

Differential Drive:

Yes

Axle:

Yes

General Maintenance:

Yes

Troubleshooting:

Yes

Diagnostic Procedures:

Comprehensive diagnostic information as used by professional technicians.

Repair Procedures:

Detailed, step-by-step repair procedures with substeps.

Maintenance Procedures:

Coverage of general maintenance and periodic lubrication.

Disassembly Assembly:

Yes

Cleaning Reinstalling:

Yes

Electrical Troubleshooting:

Combined with detailed wiring diagrams for ease of use.

Depth:

Professional-level technical information covering diagnostics, repair, and maintenance, suitable for professional technicians and knowledgeable DIY enthusiasts.

Illustrations:

Hundreds of pages of detailed diagrams, drawings, photos, and enlarged insets.

Notes Cautions Warnings:

Included throughout each chapter to pinpoint critical information.

Instructions Format:

Numbered instructions for step-by-step guidance; bold figure numbers for illustration matching.

📊 Manual Specifications

Format:

PDF

Requirements:

Adobe PDF Reader & WinZip

Printability:

Full Printable

Zoom:

Zoom IN/OUT enabled

Binding:

Digital (PDF Download) - no physical binding

Paper Type:

N/A (Digital Format)

Delivery Method:

Instant Download

Operating Systems:

Compatible with All Versions of Windows & Mac

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Type:

Inline 4-cylinder, likely OHV (Overhead Valve) configuration for the 1400cc engine (e.g., A14 or similar variant from that era, though specific designation not provided).

Displacement:

1400cc (1.4 Liters)

Horsepower:

Estimated 60-70 HP (typical for 1.4L engines of this era, specific figure not provided in product info).

Torque:

Estimated 75-85 lb-ft (typical for 1.4L engines of this era, specific figure not provided in product info).

Fuel Delivery:

Likely Carburetor (single or dual barrel) for the 1968 model year. Product info mentions 'Fuel Injection / Fuel System', implying detailed coverage of either.

Fuel Type:

Unleaded gasoline (though leaded may have been standard, the manual would specify current recommendations or conversion guidance if applicable).

🔧 Transmission

Type:

Likely a 4-speed manual transmission as standard for this model and era. Manual covers 'Transmissions Types'.

Type:

An automatic transmission may have been an option depending on market and specific trim, covered by 'Transmissions Types'.

Gear Ratios:

Detailed gear ratios for manual and optional automatic transmissions will be present in the manual.

📐 Dimensions

Body Style:

Saloon (Sedan)

Wheelbase:

Specific dimensions not provided, but would be detailed in manual.

Track Width:

Specific dimensions not provided, but would be detailed in manual.

Curb Weight:

Specific weight not provided, but manual would contain this data.

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating:

Specific GVWR not provided, but manual would contain this data.

🛡️ Safety Features

Crash Test Data:

Vehicle safety ratings and crash test data from 1968 are unlikely to be standardized or extensively documented as per modern standards; manual may reference any available manufacturer safety features.

Braking System:

Front disc brakes and rear drum brakes likely, manual covers brake system in detail.

Steering System:

Likely recirculating ball or rack-and-pinion steering. Manual covers steering system.

Seat Belts:

Likely lap belts were standard or optional. Manual covers restraint system.

Body Construction:

Unit-body construction typical for the era, with emphasis on structural integrity. Manual covers chassis/body.

💡 Technology Features

Audio System:

Likely an AM radio with a single speaker. Manual may cover radio removal/installation or antenna issues.

Features:

Minimal driver assistance features by modern standards. Manual may cover basic features like power steering if equipped, but not electronic aids.

Features:

No modern connectivity features such as Bluetooth or USB. Focus is on mechanical and electrical systems.

🔧 Maintenance

Oil Change:

Manual will specify intervals for engine oil and filter changes (e.g., every 3,000-5,000 miles or 6 months).

Tune Up Points:

Manual will detail intervals for spark plug replacement, distributor points/condenser checks (if applicable), and ignition timing adjustments.

Fluid Checks:

Regular checks for coolant, brake fluid, transmission fluid, and differential fluid will be outlined.

Engine Oil:

Manual will specify viscosity grade (e.g., SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40) and API service classification suitable for the era.

Coolant:

Manual will specify coolant type and mixture ratio (e.g., ethylene glycol-based with distilled water).

Brake Fluid:

Manual will specify DOT classification (likely DOT 3 for this era).

Transmission Fluid:

Manual will specify type for manual (e.g., gear oil GL-4) and automatic transmissions (e.g., ATF Type A Suffix A or Dexron).

Common Wear Items:

While not explicitly stated, common issues for vehicles of this age include carburetor tuning, ignition system components (points, condenser, coil), suspension bushings, exhaust system rust, and brake system wear. The manual addresses troubleshooting for these.

Restoration Tips:

The comprehensive nature of the manual supports restoration efforts by providing detailed procedures for component overhaul and replacement.

📚 Vehicle History

Manufacturer Origin:

Datsun (Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.), Japan.

Predecessors:

The Datsun 1400 Saloon likely evolved from earlier Datsun compact sedans, building on Nissan's growing expertise in small car manufacturing.

Market Introduction:

1968 marks a specific model year for this variant, indicating it was part of Nissan's offering in the late 1960s compact car segment.

Manufacturing Location:

Likely manufactured in Japan by Nissan.

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Vehicle Awards:

Specific awards for the 1968 Datsun 1400 Saloon are not provided in the product description; however, Datsun vehicles of this era were recognized for their reliability and value in international markets.