Vehicle Segment:
Subcompact car (often referred to as a small MPV or hatchback).
Target Audience:
Primarily aimed at cost-conscious consumers seeking practical and efficient urban transportation.
Competitors:
Competed with other subcompacts and city cars like the Toyota Yaris, Honda Fit, Suzuki Swift, and Nissan March/Micra.
Unique Selling Points:
Compact exterior dimensions, surprisingly spacious and versatile interior for its size, good fuel efficiency.
Benefits For Owner:
Empowers owners to perform routine maintenance, diagnose issues, and tackle repairs, saving on labor costs.
Professional Use:
Trusted by professional technicians for its accuracy and comprehensiveness.
Engine:
Detailed coverage of engine diagnostics, repair, overhaul, and maintenance.
Transmission:
Comprehensive information on transmission repair, maintenance, and diagnostics.
Electrical System:
Includes detailed wiring diagrams, troubleshooting for electrical components, and system operation.
Suspension:
Repair and maintenance procedures for suspension components.
Brakes:
Information on brake system inspection, repair, and maintenance.
Steering:
Repair and maintenance for the steering system.
Body And Chassis:
Covers body repair, panel replacement, and chassis diagnostics.
Cooling System:
Details on radiator, hoses, thermostat, and coolant procedures.
Fuel System:
Includes fuel pump, injectors, fuel lines, and emission control systems.
Exhaust System:
Repair and maintenance for exhaust components and catalytic converters.
Routine Maintenance:
Covers scheduled maintenance tasks, fluid changes, filter replacements.
Troubleshooting:
Guides for diagnosing common and complex vehicle issues.
Engine Overhaul:
Step-by-step instructions for complete engine disassembly and reassembly.
Transmission Rebuild:
Detailed procedures for rebuilding automatic and manual transmissions.
Diagnostic Procedures:
Information on using diagnostic tools and interpreting fault codes.
Wiring Diagrams:
Essential for electrical system troubleshooting and repairs.
Component Replacement:
Detailed guides for replacing specific parts like alternators, starters, sensors.
Depth:
Comprehensive, suitable for professional technicians and advanced DIYers.
Engine Code Examples:
K3-VE (1.3L), 3SZ-VE (1.5L)
Displacement Range:
1.0L to 1.5L (common variants)
Engine Layout:
Inline 4-cylinder
Horsepower Range:
Approximately 70-100 HP (depending on engine and market)
Torque Range:
Approximately 85-130 Nm (depending on engine and market)
Fuel Delivery:
Multi-point fuel injection (MPI) or Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI).
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Gasoline
Timing Drive:
Timing Chain or Timing Belt (model dependent)
Type:
5-speed Manual Transmission
Type:
4-speed Automatic Transmission
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) is standard; some models may offer Full-Time 4-Wheel Drive (4WD).
Automatic Transmission Fluid:
Refer to manual for specific ATF type (e.g., ATF DEXRON-III or equivalent).
Manual Transmission Fluid:
Refer to manual for specific MTF type (e.g., GL-4 gear oil).
Audio System:
Basic AM/FM radio with CD player or cassette player was common. Higher trims may have offered upgraded speakers or a more integrated system.
Navigation:
Navigation systems were not common for this era of YRV, but aftermarket units could be installed.
Stability Control:
Traction Control System (TCS) or Electronic Stability Control (ESC) were not widely available or standard on YRV models of this generation.
Bluetooth:
Bluetooth connectivity was not a factory option for this generation.
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 5,000 - 10,000 km or 6-12 months, refer to manual for specific recommendation.
Air Filter Replacement:
Refer to manual; typically every 20,000 - 40,000 km.
Spark Plug Replacement:
Refer to manual; interval varies based on spark plug type (e.g., iridium plugs last longer).
Engine Oil Viscosity:
Commonly 5W-30 or 10W-30 (refer to manual for exact specification and API service category).
Coolant Type:
Ethylene glycol-based coolant, typically pink or red (refer to manual for specific type and mix ratio).
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid (refer to manual for exact specification).
Common Complaints:
Potential for minor oil leaks from gaskets, occasional transmission shifting issues (especially with age), exhaust system rust. Also, coil pack failure is not uncommon on some engine variants.
Maintenance Tips:
Regularly check and top up all fluid levels. Inspect belts and hoses for wear. Keep the undercarriage clean, especially in areas with road salt.
Manufacturer Specialty:
Daihatsu is known for producing small, fuel-efficient, and often quirky vehicles, particularly in the kei car and subcompact segments.
Production Years:
Generally produced from 1999 to 2005/2006, depending on market.
Design Philosophy:
Focused on practicality, space efficiency, and affordability, with a distinctive tall-boy hatchback profile.
Manufacturing Location:
Primarily manufactured in Japan by Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd.
