Target Audience:
Datsun 1600 Saloon owners and enthusiasts seeking to perform maintenance and repairs
Value Proposition:
Enables owners to perform servicing themselves, saving significantly on labor costs compared to professional shops
Advantage:
Genuine factory manual providing authoritative and complete information, superior to third-party alternatives
Completeness:
Complete official full factory service repair manual
Accessibility:
Downloadable PDF, no computer skills required for printing and use
Documentation:
Indispensable wealth of information for serious owners and restoration projects
Primary Coverage:
Complete factory service and repair for Datsun 1600 Saloon 1972
Style Coverage:
All styles covered
Estimated Pages:
Hundreds of pages (specific count not provided, but described as extensive)
Type:
Factory Service Repair Manual
Authenticity:
Actual Genuine Repair Service Factory Manuals
Digital Format:
PDF Download
Printability:
Printable without any restriction (individual pages or entire manual)
Engine Service:
Engine service and repair procedures
Transmission Service:
Transmission service and repair procedures
Brake System:
Brake system diagnostics and repair
Electrical System:
Electrical system diagnostics and repair, including wiring diagrams
Suspension:
Suspension system diagnosis and repair
Steering:
Steering system maintenance and repair
Cooling System:
Cooling system service and repair
Fuel System:
Fuel injection and fuel system service
Emission System:
Emission system maintenance and repair
HVAC:
Heater and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system service
Engine Control:
Engine control system diagnostics and repair
Chassis Body:
Chassis and body repair procedures
Restraint System:
Restraint system (seat belts, etc.) information
Interior:
Interior trim and component repair
Drivetrain:
Differential and drive axle service and repair
Axles:
Axle repair and maintenance
Maintenance:
General maintenance, periodic lubrication
Troubleshooting:
Advanced troubleshooting guides
Repair:
Step-by-step repair procedures for all covered systems
Diagnostics:
Diagnostic procedures for all systems
Rebuild:
Rebuilding procedures for major components
Depth:
Comprehensive, covering fundamentals to advanced repair, mirroring factory technician knowledge
Illustrations:
Includes all necessary illustrations, diagrams, and photos
Details:
Detailed substeps, notes, cautions, warnings, numbered instructions, bold figure numbers, enlarged insets
Compatibility:
Works on all PC-based Windows operating systems and Mac
Searchability:
Searchable function for easy information retrieval
Resolution:
High resolution
Output:
Print any page, chapter, or the entire manual
Type:
Digital Download (printable)
Type:
N/A (Digital Format)
Engine Code:
R-series (likely L16, although specific engine code not explicitly stated in product info)
Configuration:
Inline 4-cylinder, SOHC (Single Overhead Camshaft)
Displacement:
1595 cc (1.6 Liters)
Horsepower Approximate:
90-100 PS (approximate, depending on tuning and emissions controls)
Torque Approximate:
130-140 Nm (approximate)
Fuel Delivery:
Carbureted (likely Hitachi SU-type or similar twin-carburetor setup for higher performance models) or Fuel Injection (as indicated by 'Fuel Injection' coverage)
Ignition Type:
Distributor-based ignition system
Crash Test Data:
Limited formal crash test data available from this era; focus is on passive safety features of the time
Braking System:
Front Disc Brakes, Rear Drum Brakes
Steering Type:
Recirculating Ball Steering
Seat Belts:
Standard seat belts (lap belts often standard, three-point likely optional or for front seats)
Body Structure:
Unitary construction with integral safety features for its era
Oil Change Interval:
Typically 5,000 km or 3 months (refer to manual for exact specification)
Tune Up Interval:
Every 15,000-20,000 km (refer to manual for exact specification)
Ignition Timing Adjustment:
Periodic check and adjustment as per manual
Engine Oil Grade:
API SF or SG, SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 recommended (refer to manual for specific variant)
Coolant:
Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze mixture (50/50) with corrosion inhibitors
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid
Transmission Fluid Manual:
GL-4 Hypoid Gear Oil, SAE 75W-90 or 80W-90 (refer to manual)
Transmission Fluid Automatic:
Dexron II or equivalent (refer to manual)
Differential Fluid:
GL-5 Hypoid Gear Oil, SAE 80W-90 or 90
Rust:
Prone to rust in common areas like wheel arches, rocker panels, and floor pans due to age
Carburetor Tuning:
Carburetors may require regular tuning and rebuilding due to age and wear
Electrical Connections:
Degradation of electrical wiring insulation and connectors can lead to intermittent issues
Cooling System:
Radiator, hoses, and water pump may require replacement due to age
Manufacturer:
Nissan Motor Corporation
Brand Reputation:
Known for reliable, economical, and sporty vehicles
Model Line:
Datsun Bluebird (510 series, first introduced in 1968)
Significance:
Highly influential model for Datsun, known for its performance-oriented chassis and reliability, popular in motorsport
Production Years 510:
1968-1973
Manufacturing Locations:
Japan (primarily)
