Target Audience:
Fiat Barchetta owners seeking to perform their own maintenance and repairs, save on labor costs.
Value Proposition:
Provides professional-level repair information at a fraction of the cost of dealership or independent mechanic services.
Ease Of Use:
Designed for users without special technical know-how, very easy to use.
Digital Access:
Instant download, accessible on PC & MAC, printable pages for workshop use.
Customer Support:
Technical help available via email from seller.
General Coverage:
All diagnostic and repair procedures, maintenance, rebuild, refurbishment, restoration
Technical Depth:
Professional Technician and Mechanic Level Information
Scope:
All diagnostic, repair, maintenance, rebuild, refurbishment, and restoration procedures.
Estimated Page Count:
Extensive (not specified, but implied by 'Everything You Will Ever Need' and 'All Repairs Covered A-Z')
Type:
Service Repair Workshop Manual
Language:
English (implied by product description)
Engine:
Engine mechanical, engine management, fuel system, cooling system, lubrication system, exhaust system
Transmission:
Manual transmission (all components, operation, repair)
Drivetrain:
Clutch, driveshafts, differential
Brakes:
Brake system components, ABS (if equipped), hydraulic system, parking brake
Suspension Steering:
Front suspension, rear suspension, steering system, wheel alignment
Electrical:
Battery, charging system, ignition system, lighting system, instrumentation, body control module, wiring diagrams
Body:
Body panels, doors, convertible top system, interior trim, exterior trim, glass
HVAC:
Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems
Wiring Diagrams:
Detailed electrical system wiring diagrams included.
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance, fluid changes, filter replacements, inspections
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting procedures, diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), fault finding
Repair:
Component removal and installation, adjustments, calibration
Rebuild:
Engine rebuild, transmission rebuild, component overhaul
Restoration:
Guidance for period-correct restoration
Troubleshooting Guides:
Step-by-step troubleshooting guides for common and complex issues.
Depth:
Comprehensive A-Z coverage for all repairs and maintenance
Searchability:
Searchable text within PDF
Printability:
Printable pages on demand
Diagram Quality:
Highly Detailed, Printable Diagrams
Binding:
Digital Download (no physical binding)
Paper Type:
N/A (Digital)
Engine Code:
183A4.000 (common variant)
Engine Type:
Inline 4-cylinder, naturally aspirated
Displacement:
1747 cc (1.7 L)
Bore X Stroke:
82 mm x 82.7 mm
Valve Train:
DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Horsepower:
130 PS (96 kW) at 6300 rpm (for early 1.7L models)
Torque:
164 Nm (121 lb-ft) at 4300 rpm (for early 1.7L models)
Fuel Delivery:
Electronic Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPI)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Petrol (95 RON recommended)
ECU Type:
Bosch Motronic (specific variant varies)
Length:
Approx. 3957 mm (155.8 in)
Width:
Approx. 1648 mm (64.9 in)
Height:
Approx. 1284 mm (50.6 in)
Wheelbase:
Approx. 2277 mm (89.6 in)
Curb Weight:
Approx. 1100-1180 kg (2425-2601 lbs)
Euro Ncap Rating:
2 Stars (for the period, common for small convertibles of this era)
ABS:
Available (standard on later models/trims)
Airbags:
Driver airbag (standard), Passenger airbag (optional on early models, standard on later)
Roll Over Protection:
Reinforced A-pillars and integrated roll-over bars behind seats
Seatbelts:
Pre-tensioned seatbelts
Oil Change:
Every 15,000 km (9,000 miles) or 1 year, whichever comes first.
Air Filter Replacement:
Every 30,000 km (18,000 miles).
Spark Plug Replacement:
Every 60,000 km (36,000 miles).
Engine Oil:
SAE 10W-40 API SG or ACEA A2-96 (check manual for exact spec and capacity - approx. 4.3 Liters)
Coolant:
Ethylene Glycol based antifreeze/coolant (Fiat specification DOC. 14500.3)
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3 or DOT 4
Transmission Fluid:
API GL-4 SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Oil (approx. 1.8 Liters)
Common Complaints:
Convertible top mechanism issues, window regulator problems, minor electrical gremlins, potential rust on sills and wheel arches, ignition coil failure.
