Target Audience:
Professional automotive technicians and experienced DIY enthusiasts
Completeness:
Complete official full service repair manual, mirroring original manufacturer book
Credibility:
Trusted by professional automotive technicians
Ease Of Use:
Designed for users with or without prior repair experience
Body Frame:
Body, frame & mounting
Engine:
Engine (2.0 TS Twin Spark)
Suspension:
Suspension systems
Driveline:
Driveline components
Brakes:
Brake systems (including ABS)
Transmission:
Transmission/Transaxle (manual and potentially automatic)
Fuel:
Fuel system (including injection)
Steering:
Steering system
Shocks Struts:
Shocks and struts
Climate Control:
Climate control system (HVAC)
Instrumentation:
Instrumentation & Warnings Systems
Electrical Battery:
Battery & charging systems
Audio:
Audio system components
Lighting:
Lighting systems (interior and exterior)
Electrical Distribution:
Electrical distribution systems
Wiring Diagrams:
Detailed wiring diagrams
Repair Procedures:
Complete step-by-step repair procedures
Maintenance Procedures:
Routine maintenance procedures
Troubleshooting:
Troubleshooting guides for common problems
Diagnostics:
Electrical system diagnostics
Technical Data Sheets:
Datasheet information about circuits, diagrams, and equipment
Repair Detail:
Detailed substeps expanding on repair procedure information
Information Presentation:
Notes, cautions, and warnings pinpoint critical information
Instruction Format:
Numbered instructions for step-by-step guidance
Illustration Guidance:
Detailed illustrations, drawings, and photos
Illustration Enhancements:
Enlarged insets for detailed part examination
Navigation:
Numbered table of contents for fast information retrieval
Engine Type:
Inline 4-cylinder DOHC (Twin Spark)
Displacement:
1970 cc (2.0 Liters)
Bore X Stroke:
83.0 mm x 91.0 mm (typical for this engine family)
Compression Ratio:
10.3:1 (typical)
Horsepower:
150-155 hp (DIN) @ 6400 rpm (typical for 2.0 TS)
Torque:
187-192 Nm (138-142 lb-ft) @ 3700-4000 rpm (typical for 2.0 TS)
Fuel Delivery:
Multi-point sequential fuel injection
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline
Ignition System:
Electronic ignition with twin spark plugs per cylinder
Engine Control Unit:
Bosch Motronic (specific version depends on model year)
Transmission Type Standard:
5-speed manual transmission
Transmission Type Optional:
4-speed automatic transmission (likely with Q-System)
Clutch Type:
Hydraulically operated single dry plate clutch
Length:
Approx. 4703 mm (185.2 in)
Width:
Approx. 1762 mm (69.4 in)
Height:
Approx. 1425 mm (56.1 in)
Wheelbase:
Approx. 2700 mm (106.3 in)
Curb Weight:
Approx. 1490 kg (3285 lbs) for manual transmission
Euro Ncap Rating:
3 Stars (Early models, later models may have improved)
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Traction Control:
Optional Traction Control System (TCS)
Airbags:
Front airbags, side airbags (availability may vary by trim/year)
Seatbelts:
Pre-tensioning seatbelts
Audio System:
Factory fitted radio/cassette or CD player with multiple speakers (Bose system optional)
Navigation:
Optional integrated navigation system on some models
Cruise Control:
Standard or optional cruise control
Features:
Limited by the era, but may include steering wheel audio controls and power accessories.
Oil Change Interval:
Typically 15,000 km (9,300 miles) or 1 year, whichever comes first (refer to manual for exact specification)
Timing Belt Replacement:
Critical; typically every 90,000-100,000 km (56,000-62,000 miles) or 5 years (refer to manual for exact specification)
Engine Oil Type:
SAE 10W-40 API SG/SH or ACEA A2/A3 specification (refer to manual for exact viscosity and spec)
Coolant Type:
Ethylene glycol-based coolant with corrosion inhibitors (e.g., Paraflu UP)
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid
Transmission Oil Type Manual:
API GL-4 or GL-5, SAE 75W-90 synthetic gear oil (refer to manual)
Common Wear Item:
Wear on the Twin Spark ignition system components (spark plugs, coil packs)
Electrical Issues:
Wiring harness degradation, sensor failures (e.g., ABS sensors, lambda sensors)
Suspension Components:
Wear in suspension bushings, ball joints, and shock absorbers
Engine Management Systems:
Issues related to the engine control unit (ECU) or its sensors
Climate Control System:
Faults in the climate control blower motor or actuators
