Target Audience:
Datsun Fairlady 2000 SR311/SRL311 owners, enthusiasts, mechanics, and restoration specialists
Authenticity:
Original manufacturer's workshop manual, same as used in local service/repair shops
Content Quality:
Complete and intact, no missing or corrupt parts/pages
Cost Savings:
Enables DIY repairs, saving potentially hundreds to thousands of dollars
Digital Advantage:
Electronic format allows for printing specific sections, keeping manual clean
Primary Coverage:
Full Workshop Repair and Service
Model Variants Covered:
All Models, Engines, Trim, and Transmission Types
Estimated Page Count:
Hundreds of pages (specific count not provided, typical for comprehensive workshop manuals)
Type:
Workshop Repair Service Manual
Engine Service Repair:
Comprehensive Engine Service and Repair
Transmission Service Repair:
Comprehensive Transmission Service and Repair
Brake System:
Detailed Brake System Service and Repair
Wiring Diagrams:
Detailed Wiring Diagrams
Electrical System:
Complete Electrical System Diagnosis and Repair
Suspension:
Suspension System Service and Repair
Periodic Lubrication:
Periodic Lubrication Schedules and Procedures
Steering:
Steering System Service and Repair
Cooling System:
Cooling System Service and Repair
Fuel Injection Fuel System:
Fuel Injection/Fuel System Service and Repair
Emission System:
Emission System Diagnosis and Repair
Heater Air Conditional:
Heater and Air Conditioning System Service
Engine Control System:
Engine Control System Diagnosis and Repair
Chassis Body:
Chassis and Body Service and Repair
Restraint System:
Restraint System Information
Interior:
Interior Component Service
Differential Drive:
Differential and Drive Axle Service
Axle:
Axle Service and Repair
General Maintenance:
General Maintenance Procedures
Troubleshooting:
Comprehensive Troubleshooting Guides
Disassembly Assembly:
Detailed Disassembly and Assembly Procedures
Cleaning Reinstalling:
Cleaning and Reinstallation Procedures
Step By Step Instructions:
Numbered, step-by-step repair procedures
Depth:
Professional Technician Level - Comprehensive Diagnostics, Repair, and Maintenance
Diagnostic Information:
Most comprehensive diagnostic information
Visual Aids:
Hundreds of pages of diagrams, detailed information, pictures, drawings, and photos
Special Instructions:
Notes, cautions, and warnings for critical information
Illustrations Detail:
Enlarged inset illustrations for detailed part examination
Navigation:
Numbered table of contents for fast information retrieval
Engine Code Typical:
R or U series (e.g., U20 - 2.0L SOHC Inline-4)
Horsepower Typical:
Approx. 135-150 hp (for the U20 engine, depending on tuning/specifications)
Torque Typical:
Approx. 130-140 lb-ft (for the U20 engine, depending on tuning/specifications)
Fuel Delivery:
Typically twin SU carburetors or, for the 2000cc, potentially Bosch D-Jetronic fuel injection on some later models or specific market versions. The manual covers Fuel Injection/Fuel System.
Standard Transmission:
5-speed manual transmission
Optional Transmission:
Less common, but 4-speed manual might have been available on earlier variants or specific markets. The manual covers 'Transmission Service/Repair' for all types.
Clutch Type:
Typically single dry plate, hydraulically actuated
Oil Change Interval Typical:
Every 3,000 miles or 6 months (typical for the era, refer to manual for exact specification)
Engine Oil Type Typical:
API SF or SG, SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 (verify with manual for exact API service category and viscosity)
Coolant Type Typical:
Ethylene glycol based antifreeze, 50/50 mix with distilled water (verify with manual)
Common Problems General:
Rust, carburetor tuning issues, ignition system reliability, suspension wear, electrical component degradation over time. The manual is essential for addressing these.
Datsun Sports Lineage:
Successor to the Datsun Fairlady Sports (SP/SR series), representing Datsun's entry into the sports car market.
Sr311 Development:
The SR311 was a significant evolution, featuring a more powerful 2.0L engine (U20) and disc brakes, positioning it as a competitive sports car against European and American rivals.
Production Period:
The Fairlady 2000 (SR311/SRL311) was produced from 1967 to 1970.
