Segment:
Subcompact/Light Car
Key Competitors:
Toyota Echo, Nissan Micra, Ford Fiesta, Mitsubishi Mirage
Value Proposition:
Affordable, fuel-efficient, practical transportation
Powertrain:
Engine, Fuel System, Power Unit (likely includes engine mechanicals, ignition, cooling, lubrication), Lower Unit (likely refers to exhaust system or transmission components depending on interpretation)
Chassis:
Bracket Unit (potentially suspension or chassis components), Electrical System, Rigging Information (may cover towing or lifting procedures)
Body:
Body panels, doors, glass, interior trim, bumpers
Steering:
Power steering system (if equipped), steering column, wheel alignment
Brakes:
Hydraulic system, master cylinder, brake lines, calipers/wheel cylinders, parking brake
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance, fluid changes, filter replacements, tune-ups
Repair:
Engine repair, transmission repair, brake system repair, steering and suspension repair, electrical component replacement
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting guides, diagnostic flowcharts, common problem identification
Troubleshooting:
Systematic diagnostic procedures for common faults
Depth:
Detailed step-by-step instructions for self-repair, covering technical features and descriptions
Engine Rebuild:
Detailed instructions for engine disassembly, inspection, repair, and reassembly, including torque specifications and clearances
Electrical Diagnostics:
Wiring diagrams, component locations, testing procedures for electrical circuits
Navigability:
Comprehensive index for quick access to specific topics
Supplementary Information:
May include specifications, torque charts, troubleshooting trees, or special tool requirements
Engine Code Examples:
C14SE, X14SZ, X16XE (specific to the generation)
Displacement Range:
1.4L to 1.6L (Inline-4 Cylinder)
Horsepower Range:
Approx. 60-100 hp (depending on engine variant)
Torque Range:
Approx. 100-130 Nm (depending on engine variant)
Type:
Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPI) or Bosch Motronic EFI
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Petrol (Octane rating specification found in manual)
Type:
4-Speed Automatic (likely)
Clutch Type:
Hydraulically Actuated Single Dry Plate
Manual Transmission Fluid:
GL-4 Gear Oil (e.g., SAE 75W-90, specific viscosity and capacity in manual)
Automatic Transmission Fluid:
Dexron III (specific type and capacity in manual)
Ancap Rating:
Not consistently rated across all years/models in this period; early models likely received lower ratings
Braking System:
Front Discs, Rear Drums (ABS optional on some models)
Airbags:
Driver airbag standard, passenger airbag optional on some models
Seatbelts:
Pre-tensioning front seatbelts
Oil Change Interval:
Typically 10,000-15,000 km or 6-12 months (refer to manual for exact interval and oil type)
Timing Belt Replacement:
Crucial forOHC engines, typically 60,000-100,000 km (verify with manual)
Engine Oil:
API SG/SH/SJ, SAE 10W-40 or 15W-40 (check manual for specific viscosity and capacity)
Coolant:
Ethylene Glycol based, with rust inhibitors (e.g., OAT or HOAT, specific type and mixture ratio in manual)
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 (refer to manual for specific requirement and flush interval)
Engine:
Potential for oil leaks, ignition coil failure, starter motor issues
Suspension:
Wear in bushings, ball joints, and tie rod ends common with age and mileage
Electrical:
Issues with central locking, power windows (if equipped), and dashboard warning lights
Exhaust:
Rust and leaks in the exhaust system
