Target Audience:
Owners of Ford Bantam vehicles seeking to perform their own maintenance and repairs, as well as professional automotive technicians.
Value Proposition:
Provides a cost-effective alternative to dealership servicing, empowering users with factory-level repair and maintenance information.
Instructional Style:
Features detailed illustrations, step-by-step written instructions, and necessary diagrams/pictures for clarity.
Usage Flexibility:
Allows users to print only the required pages, minimizing paper usage and focusing on specific tasks.
Engine And Powertrain:
Engine systems (cooling, starting, ignition, fuel, emission control, intake, exhaust, accessories), Fuel tank & lines, Clutch system, Manual transmission.
Chassis And Suspension:
Suspension system, Wheels & tires, Drive halfshaft, Brake system (parking, hydraulic, power brakes), Steering system (power steering, linkage, column).
Electrical And Body:
Climate control (heating, ventilation, AC), Instrument cluster, Battery & charging, Generator & regulator, Audio system, Lighting system, Communication network, Anti-theft system, Body repair system, Interior & exterior components, Glass & frames, Instrument panel, Seat & restraint systems, Wiper & washer systems, Sub-frame & mounting, Wiring diagrams.
Repair And Maintenance:
Detailed step-by-step repair procedures, routine maintenance, diagnostic procedures, troubleshooting, component replacement, system overhauls.
Depth:
Comprehensive coverage for both DIY enthusiasts and professional mechanics, including detailed illustrations, diagrams, and specifications.
1.6L Rocam Sohc:
Configuration: 4-cylinder, in-line; Type: 4-stroke, Petrol; Valvetrain: Single Overhead Camshaft (SOHC).
1.8L Endura De:
Type: Diesel; Configuration: 4-cylinder, in-line.
Performance Details:
Manual provides specifications for engine power, torque, and operating parameters for both petrol and diesel variants.
Fuel Delivery:
Covers fuel charging system, fuel control system, and fuel tank & lines, indicating likely use of electronic fuel injection (EFI) for petrol engines.
Transmission Type:
Manual Transmission is explicitly covered.
Optional Transmission:
Information on automatic transmissions is not explicitly mentioned but may be covered under broader transmission sections if applicable to certain models.
Transmission Coverage:
Includes detailed procedures for clutch system and manual transmission maintenance, repair, and overhaul.
Exterior Dimensions:
While not explicitly listed in the product description, the manual would contain detailed chassis and body specifications relevant to exterior dimensions.
Interior Dimensions:
Information regarding interior components like seats and instrument panel suggests coverage of interior aspects.
Weight Specifications:
The manual would likely include curb weight, gross vehicle weight (GVW), and payload capacities.
Safety Ratings:
While specific crash test ratings for this model year are not provided, the manual covers the brake system, power brakes, and potentially restraint systems.
Active Safety:
Coverage of the brake system, steering system, and power steering indicates focus on active safety components.
Passive Safety:
Includes sections on Seat & Restraint systems, further detailed in the comprehensive system coverage.
Audio System:
Includes coverage of the audio system, facilitating diagnostics and potential upgrades.
Driver Assistance Systems:
While this generation of Bantam may have limited advanced driver-assistance systems, the manual covers essential safety systems like brakes and steering.
Communication Network:
The 'Communication Network' section indicates coverage of vehicle electronic communication systems and potentially diagnostic ports (OBD-II).
Scheduled Maintenance:
The manual provides detailed information for all scheduled maintenance tasks, including oil changes, filter replacements, and inspections at specified intervals.
Engine Oil Specification:
The manual would specify the correct API service classification and viscosity grade for engine oil (e.g., API SG/SH/SJ or higher, SAE 5W-30 or 10W-40, depending on climate).
Coolant Specification:
Details on the type and mixture of engine coolant (e.g., ethylene glycol-based antifreeze with appropriate corrosion inhibitors) would be provided.
Brake Fluid Specification:
Specifies the correct DOT rating for brake fluid (e.g., DOT 3 or DOT 4).
Transmission Fluid Specification:
Would list the specific type and quantity of transmission fluid for the manual gearbox.
Common Wear Items:
The manual would cover common wear items such as brake pads, clutch components, suspension bushings, and drive belts, providing diagnostic and replacement procedures.
Diagnostic Troubleshooting:
Offers comprehensive troubleshooting guides for common engine, transmission, electrical, and braking system issues.
Ford History:
Ford has a long history of producing reliable and accessible vehicles, including light commercial vehicles and passenger cars like the Bantam.
Bantam Evolution:
The Bantam is a utility vehicle, often based on Ford's passenger car platforms, known for its practicality and durability in various markets, particularly South Africa. This manual covers a significant production run.
Production Period:
2002-2008
