Target Audience:
Daihatsu Mira L701 1999 owners, DIY enthusiasts, mechanics.
Value Proposition:
Enables owners to perform servicing and repairs, saving on labor costs (estimated $50-$60 per hour).
Differentiation:
Official factory manual, not third-party; comprehensive and detailed coverage.
Content Structure:
Includes numbered instructions, notes, cautions, warnings, detailed illustrations, drawings, photos, and enlarged insets.
Usability:
Easy to use, no computer skills required for printing; searchable and printable.
Engine Service Repair:
Full Engine Service and Repair Procedures
Transmission Service Repair:
Full Transmission Service and Repair Procedures
Brake System:
Comprehensive Brake System Diagnostics and Repair
Wiring Diagrams:
Detailed Electrical System Wiring Diagrams
Electrical System:
Complete Electrical System Diagnosis and Repair
Suspension:
Suspension System Maintenance and Repair
Periodic Lubrication:
Scheduled Lubrication Points and Specifications
Steering:
Steering System Service and Repair
Cooling System:
Cooling System Maintenance and Repair
Fuel Injection Fuel System:
Fuel Injection and Fuel System Diagnostics and Repair
Emission System:
Emission Control System Service and Information
HVAC:
Heater and Air Conditioning System Service
Engine Control System:
Engine Control System Diagnostics and Repair
Chassis Body:
Chassis and Body Repair and Maintenance
Restraint System:
Restraint System (Airbag, Seatbelts) Information
Interior:
Interior Trim and Component Service
Differential Drive:
Differential and Drive Axle Service
Axle:
Axle Component Service and Repair
General Maintenance:
Covers routine general maintenance procedures.
Troubleshooting:
Advanced troubleshooting guide to diagnose and correct problems.
Repair Procedures:
Step-by-step repair procedures for all covered systems.
Rebuilding:
Covers procedures for rebuilding components.
Refurbishing Restoration:
Information applicable to refurbishing and restoring the vehicle.
Diagnostics:
Detailed diagnostic procedures for all systems.
Tuning:
Includes information for vehicle tuning.
Depth:
Complete, detailed coverage, providing the same information as professional technicians.
Guidance Level:
From fundamentals to advanced repair and diagnostics.
Platform Compatibility:
All PC based Windows operating systems and Mac.
Searchability:
Search function enabled.
Printability:
Printable without any restriction; individual pages or entire manual.
Resolution:
High resolution.
Binding:
Digital Download (Printable)
Paper Equivalent:
N/A (digital, but printable to paper)
Engine Family:
EJ Series (common for this generation of Mira)
Engine Displacement Range:
Typically 659cc for JDM models (e.g., EF-SE, EF-VE variations).
Engine Configurations:
Likely inline-3 cylinder, naturally aspirated or turbocharged depending on trim.
Horsepower Range:
Typically 50-65 PS for naturally aspirated, potentially higher for turbocharged models.
Torque Range:
Specific figures vary by engine, but generally in the 50-70 Nm range for naturally aspirated 660cc engines.
Fuel Delivery:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI).
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Gasoline
Transmission Type:
Likely a 3-speed or 4-speed Automatic, or a 5-speed Manual Transmission.
Optional Transmission Type:
Varied based on market and trim; could include Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) for some models.
Drive Configuration:
Available in Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) and All-Wheel Drive (AWD) configurations.
Length:
Approximately 3,395 mm (standard Kei car dimensions).
Width:
Approximately 1,475 mm (standard Kei car dimensions).
Height:
Approximately 1,490 mm (standard Kei car dimensions).
Curb Weight:
Typically around 650-750 kg, depending on engine and drivetrain.
Oil Change Interval:
Typically 5,000-10,000 km or 6-12 months, refer to manual for exact specification.
Air Filter Replacement:
Recommended every 20,000-30,000 km or as needed based on driving conditions.
Spark Plug Replacement:
Intervals vary by spark plug type (standard vs. iridium/platinum), typically 30,000-100,000 km.
Engine Oil Type:
Likely 0W-20, 5W-20, or 5W-30 API SG/SH/SJ or higher, refer to manual for precise specification.
Coolant Type:
Ethylene Glycol based, typically a 50/50 mix with distilled water. Refer to manual for specific Daihatsu coolant.
Transmission Fluid Type:
Automatic: Dexron II/III equivalent. Manual: GL-4 gear oil (e.g., 75W-90). Specifics in manual.
Common Wear Items:
Worn suspension components (bushings, ball joints), aging rubber hoses and seals, catalytic converter degradation (depending on climate and use).
Engine Specific Concerns:
Potential for oil leaks from valve cover gasket or oil pan gasket, carbon build-up in smaller displacement engines.
Brand Focus:
Daihatsu is known for producing compact and fuel-efficient vehicles, particularly Kei cars in Japan.
Mira Generation:
The L700 series, introduced in 1998, represented the fourth generation of the Mira, featuring a more modern design and improved chassis.
Production Period:
The L700 series was produced from 1998 to 2002.
Manufacturing Location:
Primarily manufactured in Japan.
