Vehicle Segment:
Compact SUV / Off-road vehicle
Target Audience:
Enthusiasts, off-roaders, owners seeking DIY repair and maintenance capabilities
Key Competitors Era:
Suzuki Samurai/Jimny, Toyota RAV4 (later models), Nissan Pathfinder (smaller variants), Jeep Wrangler
Vehicle Highlights:
Body-on-frame construction, selectable 4WD, compact dimensions, relatively simple mechanics
Manual Value Proposition:
Comprehensive coverage for all repair and maintenance needs, empowering owners and technicians.
Primary Coverage:
Full Service Repair
Geographic Focus:
Global (as repair procedures are universal, though regional variations may exist in specifications not detailed in this description).
Estimated Page Count:
Not specified, but described as 'very detailed' and 'full'.
Type:
Full Service Repair Manual
Delivery Method:
Instant Download
Software Requirements:
Adobe PDF Reader, WinRAR
Compatibility:
All Versions of Windows & Mac
Engine:
Detailed repair and diagnostics
Transmission:
Repair, maintenance, and diagnostics
Drivetrain:
Likely covers 4WD system, differentials, axles, and driveshafts.
Suspension:
Repair, alignment, component replacement
Steering:
Repair, diagnostics, component replacement
Brakes:
Repair, diagnostics, component replacement, fluid services
Electrical System:
Detailed wiring diagrams, troubleshooting, diagnostics, component testing
Fuel System:
Repair, diagnostics, component replacement (e.g., fuel pump, injectors/carburetor)
Cooling System:
Repair, diagnostics, component replacement, fluid services
Exhaust System:
Repair, component replacement
Bodywork:
Likely covers panel removal, installation, and potentially some trim.
Chassis And Frame:
Inspection and repair procedures
Maintenance:
Comprehensive service schedules and procedures
Troubleshooting:
Integrated with electrical service procedures
Diagnostics:
All diagnostic procedures covered
Repair:
Detailed step-by-step repair procedures
Rebuild:
Full rebuild procedures
Refurbish:
Procedures for refurbishing components
Restore:
Guidance for restoration projects
Wiring Diagrams:
Included and integrated with electrical troubleshooting
Depth:
Comprehensive, suitable for professional technicians and experienced DIY mechanics
Detail Level:
Detailed sub-steps, notes, cautions, warnings
Engine Type:
Likely Inline-4 Cylinder, SOHC/DOHC (specifics depend on engine code present in manual)
Displacement:
Likely 1.6 Liters (1589cc) for petrol engines. Diesel options might be present (e.g., 2.0L).
Fuel Delivery:
Likely Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) or Carbureted (depending on specific variant and market)
Horsepower:
Approx. 94-97 hp for 1.6L petrol engine (specifics vary by market and tuning).
Torque:
Approx. 127-130 Nm for 1.6L petrol engine (specifics vary by market and tuning).
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline (for petrol engines), Diesel (for diesel engines)
Ignition System:
Electronic ignition (likely distributor-based)
Length:
Approx. 3910 mm (Short Wheelbase Convertible/Hardtop)
Height:
Approx. 1755 mm (Hardtop)
Curb Weight:
Approx. 1200-1300 kg (depending on body style and equipment)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating:
Not specified, but typically around 1800-2000 kg
Crash Test Results:
Likely limited data available for this era and vehicle segment, potentially not tested by major agencies.
Braking System:
Front Disc Brakes, Rear Drum Brakes (standard)
Anti Lock Braking System:
Optional on some later models, unlikely standard for 1988.
Seat Belts:
Standard front and rear seat belts
Airbags:
Not available on 1988 models.
Oil Change:
Typically every 5,000-7,500 km or 6 months (refer to manual for exact specification)
Air Filter Replacement:
Every 15,000-20,000 km or annually (refer to manual)
Spark Plug Replacement:
Every 30,000-40,000 km (refer to manual for type and gap)
Timing Belt Replacement:
Critical: Typically around 100,000 km or 5 years for interference engines (verify with manual for specific engine code).
Engine Oil:
Likely 10W-30 or 10W-40 API SG or higher (verify with manual)
Coolant:
Ethylene glycol based, typically 50/50 mix with distilled water (verify with manual)
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 (verify with manual)
Transmission Fluid Manual:
GL-4 Gear Oil (e.g., 75W-90 or 80W-90, verify with manual)
Transmission Fluid Automatic:
Dexron III or equivalent (verify with manual)
Transfer Case Fluid:
GL-4 Gear Oil (similar to manual transmission, verify with manual)
Differential Fluid:
GL-5 Gear Oil (e.g., 80W-90, verify with manual for front and rear)
Common Problems:
Rust, particularly in wheel wells and chassis; potential clutch wear; aging electrical components; steering wander; head gasket issues on some engines if overheated.
Daihatsu Focus:
Specializing in small, reliable, and often niche vehicles, including kei cars and compact SUVs.
Feroza Rocky Origin:
Successor to the Daihatsu Taft, developed to compete in the growing compact SUV market.
Feroza Rocky Generations:
The F300 is the first generation, produced from 1984 (as Rocky) and rebranded as Feroza in many markets from 1989/1990.
Manufacturing Location:
Japan
Production Years:
1984-2002 (as Rocky/Feroza family)
