Target audience:
Enthusiast owners seeking a distinctive, performance-oriented compact SUV
Market segment:
Compact 2-door SUV / sport-coupe crossover
Key advantage:
Torque-on-demand 4WD system with rally-inspired design
Primary rivals:
Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, Suzuki Vitara of the era
Drivetrain:
Torque-on-Demand (TOD) all-wheel drive
Suspension:
Independent front torsion bar, rear coil-sprung solid axle
Exterior:
Cladded composite body panels with black lower cladding
Coverage areas:
Complete vehicle systems: engine, drivetrain, chassis, electrical, body
Manual type:
Factory workshop / service manual
Delivery method:
Instant digital download
Binding:
Digital (PDF document)
Compatibility:
Printable and searchable on PC, tablet, and phone
Engine mechanical:
3.5L 6VD1 V6: removal, installation, disassembly, assembly
Engine cooling:
Radiator, thermostat, water pump, fan clutch
Fuel and emissions:
Fuel delivery, injectors, EVAP, emission control diagnostics
Ignition and starting:
Distributorless ignition, starter, charging system
Automatic transmission:
4-speed automatic: hydraulic circuits, rebuild, adjustments
Transfer case:
Torque-on-Demand transfer case service and calibration
Front axle and differential:
Front differential, CV joints, hub bearings
Rear axle:
Rear differential service and setup
Suspension:
Torsion bar front suspension, rear coil springs, shocks
Steering:
Recirculating ball power steering, linkage, pump
Brakes:
ABS, disc front and rear, master cylinder, bleeding
HVAC:
Heater, air conditioning system, refrigerant service
Body and trim:
Panels, cladding, seals, glass, interior components
Electrical:
Wiring diagrams, connectors, fuses, relays, grounds
Restraints:
Airbag system, seat belts, SIR diagnostics
Diagnostics:
Trouble code retrieval, symptom charts, pin-point tests
Adjustments:
Valve clearance, belt tension, alignment, pedal height
Torque specifications:
Complete fastener torque tables throughout
Special tools:
Factory special tool listings and usage
Wiring diagrams:
Full schematic set for all circuits
Audience:
Professional technicians and experienced DIY owners
Level of detail:
Step-by-step factory procedures with specifications
Part numbers:
Factory part numbers referenced where applicable
Fluid capacities:
Complete capacities and specification tables included
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Type:
3.5L DOHC 24-valve V6
Displacement:
3.5 liters (3494 cc)
Bore x stroke:
N/A - confirm in manual specification tables
Compression ratio:
N/A - see specification section in manual
Fuel:
Premium unleaded recommended
Horsepower:
Approximately 215 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
Approximately 230 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
Type:
Sequential multi-port fuel injection
Fuel tank capacity:
N/A - see specification tables in manual
Standard transmission:
4-speed automatic transmission
Optional transmission:
N/A - automatic only, no manual offered
Drivetrain:
Torque-on-Demand (TOD) automatic all-wheel drive
Operation:
Electronically controlled torque split between front and rear axles
Low range:
N/A - TOD system without conventional low range on this model
Wheelbase:
Approximately 91.7 in (2330 mm)
Overall length:
Approximately 162.6 in (4130 mm)
Overall width:
N/A - see specification tables in manual
Overall height:
N/A - see specification tables in manual
Curb weight:
Approximately 4,100 lb (1,860 kg)
Audio system:
AM/FM stereo with CD player; wiring and diagnostics covered
Speaker system:
N/A - speaker configuration not detailed in this manual
Driver assistance systems:
N/A - none offered on this model era
TOD control module:
Electronic transfer case control diagnostics covered
Oil and filter:
Interval per manual maintenance schedule section
Scheduled maintenance:
Full factory maintenance schedule included
Engine oil:
Grade and capacity listed in manual specifications
Automatic transmission fluid:
Isuzu/DEXRON-type specification per manual tables
Coolant:
Ethylene glycol long-life coolant specification
Differential fluid:
Gear oil specification per manual tables
Known Issues / Common Wear
Cladding:
Composite body cladding fasteners and fitment covered
TOD system:
Transfer case shift motor and sensor diagnostics covered
Suspension:
Torsion bar adjustment and bushing wear items covered
