Target Audience:
Austin-Healey Sprite 1967 owners, enthusiasts, mechanics, and restoration specialists
Comparison:
Equivalent to factory service manuals, offering professional-grade information for DIY repairs and maintenance
Value Proposition:
Saves significant money on repair bills by enabling owner maintenance and repairs
Accessibility:
Instant download provides immediate access to repair information
Completeness:
Guaranteed complete and intact, covering all aspects of vehicle service
Model Coverage:
All Models/Engines/Trim/Transmissions Types
Coverage Scope:
Comprehensive service, maintenance, and troubleshooting
Estimated Page Count:
Hundreds of pages (specific count not provided, but described as extensive)
Type:
Workshop Repair Service Manual
Engine Service Repair:
Detailed engine repair and overhaul procedures
Transmission Service Repair:
Service and repair for all transmission types
Brake System:
Comprehensive brake system diagnosis and repair
Electrical System:
Detailed coverage including troubleshooting and wiring diagrams
Wiring Diagrams:
Included, integral to electrical system diagnosis
Suspension:
Service and repair of front and rear suspension components
Steering:
Diagnosis and repair of the steering system
Cooling System:
Maintenance and repair of the cooling system
Fuel Injection Fuel System:
Service for both fuel injection and carburetor-based fuel systems
Emission System:
Information related to emission control systems
Heater Air Conditional:
Service for heating and ventilation systems (factory A/C was rare but covered if applicable)
Engine Control System:
Information pertaining to engine management components
Chassis Body:
Bodywork repair, chassis maintenance, and alignment
Restraint System:
Coverage of seatbelt systems and related components
Interior:
Information regarding interior trim and components
Differential Drive:
Service and repair of the rear axle and differential assembly
Axle:
Front and rear axle component service
General Maintenance:
Routine maintenance tasks and schedules
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic procedures for common and complex issues
Periodic Lubrication:
Detailed lubrication points and fluid specifications
Repair Procedures:
Step-by-step instructions for component repair and replacement
Disassembly Assembly:
Procedures for taking apart and reassembling various systems
Cleaning Reinstalling:
Guidance on cleaning components and proper reinstallation
Depth:
Professional level, comparable to factory service manuals
Instruction Format:
Numbered instructions, detailed substeps, notes, cautions, and warnings
Illustrations:
Hundreds of pages of diagrams, drawings, and photos with enlarged insets
Engine Type:
Inline-4 Cylinder OHV
Displacement:
1098 cc (1.1 Liters)
Bore X Stroke:
72.0 mm x 68.3 mm (approx.)
Compression Ratio:
8.3:1 (typical)
Horsepower:
55-57 bhp @ 5500 rpm (approx.)
Torque:
64 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm (approx.)
Carburetion:
Twin SU HS2 Carburetors
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline (suitable for 91 octane or higher, though 98 historically)
Oil Capacity:
4.5 US quarts (4.3 Liters) with filter change (check manual for exact)
Oil Specification:
20W-50 (or similar viscosity, e.g., 10W-30 in colder climates - consult manual for precise recommendations)
Safety Standards:
Reflects contemporary safety standards of the mid-1960s; lacks modern safety features
Active Safety:
Disc front brakes, drum rear brakes, rack-and-pinion steering
Passive Safety:
Seat belts (likely optional or standard depending on market), minimal crumple zones
Oil Change Interval:
Every 3,000 miles or 6 months (typical for the era, consult manual for specifics)
Tune Up Interval:
Annually or every 6,000 miles (typical)
Grease Points:
Requires periodic lubrication of chassis grease points (refer to manual for locations and frequency)
Coolant Type:
Ethylene Glycol based coolant (50/50 mix with distilled water)
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 (consult manual for exact specification and type - often non-silicone based fluid was used)
Common Problems:
Oil leaks (especially from the rear main seal), clutch slave cylinder issues, rust in sills and wheel arches, overdrive problems (if fitted), ignition and fuel delivery tuning requirements.
Marque History:
Austin-Healey is a British sports car marque produced from 1953 to 1971. Known for affordable, stylish, and fun-to-drive roadsters.
Sprite Evolution:
The 1967 model is part of the Mark IV generation (also known as Sprite Mk4 and Midget Mk3), which introduced a larger 1275cc engine in later iterations, but the 1098cc engine was prevalent for many 1967 models.
Production Period:
1958-1971 (Sprite series)
Manufacturing Location:
Abingdon, England
