Segment:
Subcompact/City Car
Target Audience:
Budget-conscious urban commuters, first-time car buyers
Key Competitors:
Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio, Ford Fiesta, Toyota Yaris
Vehicle Focus:
Affordability, fuel efficiency, maneuverability in urban environments
Manual Value Proposition:
Provides factory-level repair and maintenance data for DIY mechanics and independent shops, ensuring accurate and efficient servicing of the 2014 Chevrolet Spark.
Repair Scope:
A-Z Repairs
Professional Level:
Dealership Technician Level
Estimated Pages:
1500-2500 (typical for comprehensive service manuals)
Type:
Service and Repair Manual
Format:
Digital (likely PDF, searchable and printable)
Powertrain:
Engine, Transmission, Drivetrain, Fuel System, Exhaust System
Chassis:
Suspension, Steering, Brakes, Wheels, Tires
Electrical:
Battery, Charging System, Starting System, Lighting, Instrumentation, Powertrain Control Module (PCM), Body Control Module (BCM), HVAC Controls, Audio System, Power Accessories
Body:
Exterior Body Panels, Doors, Glass, Interior Trim, Seats, Safety Restraints
Maintenance:
Scheduled Maintenance, Oil Changes, Filter Replacements, Fluid Checks and Replacements, Tune-ups
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting charts, DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Code) interpretation, component testing procedures, wiring diagrams
Repair Rebuild:
Component removal, installation, adjustment, and overhaul for all major systems
Technical Data:
Torque specifications, alignment procedures, diagnostic specifications, component data
Depth:
Comprehensive, from basic maintenance to advanced diagnostics and component overhaul
Transmission Type:
5-Speed Manual Transaxle
Transmission Type:
6-Speed Automatic Transaxle (with manual mode)
Gear Ratios Manual:
Specific ratios for 1st through 5th gear and reverse detailed in manual
Gear Ratios Automatic:
Specific ratios for 1st through 6th gear detailed in manual
Manual Transmission Fluid:
GM P/N 88861022 (Synchromesh Transmission Fluid) or equivalent API GL-4, SAE 75W-85
Automatic Transmission Fluid:
GM P/N 88864445 (Dexron VI) or equivalent
NHTSA Overall Rating:
4/5 Stars (for models with specific equipment)
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Traction Control:
Standard Traction Control System (TCS)
Electronic Stability Control:
Standard Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Airbags:
Frontal airbags, Side-impact airbags, Curtain airbags (standard on most trims)
Seatbelts:
3-point seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters
Child Seat Anchors:
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system
Infotainment System:
Chevrolet MyLink infotainment system with 7-inch touchscreen (optional/standard on higher trims)
Connectivity:
Bluetooth connectivity for hands-free calling and audio streaming, USB port, Auxiliary audio input
Camera:
Rear Vision Camera (optional/standard on higher trims)
Navigation:
Optional navigation system integration with MyLink
Oil Change Interval:
Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 months, whichever comes first (with synthetic oil)
Tire Rotation:
Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km)
Cabin Air Filter:
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months
Engine Air Filter:
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)
Spark Plugs:
iridium-tipped, approximately 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
Engine Oil Capacity:
3.7 US quarts (3.5 Liters) with filter change
Engine Oil Viscosity:
SAE 5W-30 (API SN certified)
Coolant Type:
GM P/N 12378394 (or equivalent) Dex-Cool (Orange) Extended Life Antifreeze/Coolant, 50/50 mix
Common Complaints:
Some reports of minor electrical gremlins, premature wear of certain suspension components (e.g., control arm bushings), and occasional HVAC blower motor issues. Manual provides diagnostics for these.
Manufacturer:
Chevrolet, a division of General Motors (GM)
Generation:
First Generation (introduced for the 2011 model year in global markets, 2013 in North America)
Updates For 2014:
Minor styling tweaks, potential feature availability adjustments
Manufacturing Plant:
Changwon, South Korea (GM Korea)
