Austin MG Sprite Midget 1963 Factory Service Repair Manual

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🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Austin-Healey Model: Sprite/Midget Year: 1963 Chassis Code: AN5 (Sprite MkII) / GAN4 (Midget MkI) 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas General Maintenance: Covered Troubleshooting: Covered Engine...

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🏷️ Basic Information

Identification

Make:

Austin-Healey

Model:

Sprite/Midget

Year:

Chassis Code:

AN5 (Sprite MkII) / GAN4 (Midget MkI)

📋 Manual Details

Coverage Areas

General Maintenance:

Covered

Troubleshooting:

Covered

Engine Service Repair:

Covered

Transmission Service Repair:

Covered

Brake System:

Covered

Wiring Diagram:

Covered

Electrical System:

Covered

Suspension:

Covered

Periodic Lubrication:

Covered

Steering:

Covered

Cooling System:

Covered

Fuel System:

Covered

Emission System:

Covered

Chassis Body:

Covered

Differential Drive:

Covered

Axle:

Covered

Interior:

Covered

Restraint System:

Covered

Heater Air Conditioning:

Covered

Engine Control System:

Covered

Page Count

Estimated Pages:

Hundreds of pages (specific number not provided)

Manual Type

Type:

Factory Service Repair Manual

Authenticity:

Official Factory Manual

Language

Language:

English

Format

File Format:

Printable:

Yes (without restriction)

Delivery Method:

Download

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Primary Engine

Displacement:

948 cc (Sprite MkII, Midget MkI initial models) / 1098 cc (Later 1963 models and Sprite MkIIA/Midget MkI updates)

Engine Type:

Inline 4-cylinder, Overhead Valve (OHV)

Bore X Stroke:

80.2 mm x 94.5 mm (948cc) / 72.9 mm x 66.7 mm (1098cc)

Performance

Horsepower:

Approx. 43-46 bhp (948cc) / Approx. 55-59 bhp (1098cc)

Torque:

Approx. 48-52 lb-ft (948cc) / Approx. 60-65 lb-ft (1098cc)

Fuel System

Carburetion:

Twin SU Carburetors (HS2 or HSD2)

Fuel Type:

Unleaded gasoline (though leaded was common, conversion may be required for modern fuel)

🔧 Transmission

Standard

Type:

4-speed Manual

Features

Gear Ratios:

Specific ratios available within the manual

Gearbox Layout:

Integrated with rear axle assembly (a unique feature for its time)

📐 Dimensions

Exterior

Length:

Approx. 12' 6" (3810 mm)

Width:

Approx. 4' 8" (1422 mm)

Height:

Approx. 3' 11" (1194 mm) to top of windscreen

Weights

Curb Weight:

Approx. 1500-1600 lbs (680-725 kg)

🛡️ Safety Features

Features

Seatbelts:

Not standard equipment in 1963, but often retrofitted

Brakes:

Front disc brakes, rear drum brakes

Chassis Construction:

Body-on-frame construction with unitary elements

🔧 Maintenance

Service Intervals

Oil Change:

Refer to manual for specific intervals, typically every 3,000 miles or 6 months

Grease Points:

Periodic lubrication of suspension, steering, and driveshaft U-joints required

Fluid Specifications

Engine Oil:

Refer to manual for exact viscosity (e.g., 20W-50 common for classic engines)

Coolant:

Water/antifreeze mixture (50/50 typically)

Brake Fluid:

DOT 3 or DOT 4 hydraulic fluid

Gearbox Oil:

GL-4 Hypoid gear oil (specific grade as per manual)