Target Audience:
Datsun Fairlady 1600 owners, mechanics, and restorers seeking comprehensive repair and maintenance information.
Value Proposition:
Provides factory-level technical data and procedures to save significant costs on repairs and maintenance, ensuring accurate upkeep of a classic vehicle.
Key Selling Points:
Complete, intact, and accurate factory information; detailed diagrams and illustrations; troubleshooting guidance; cost savings for DIY repairs; instant download convenience.
Primary Coverage:
All Models/Engines/Trim/Transmissions Types
Specific Systems:
General Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Engine Service/Repair, Transmission Service/Repair, Brake System, Wiring Diagram, Electrical System, Suspension, Periodic Lubrication, Steering, Cooling System, Fuel Injection/Fuel System, Emission System, Heater/Air Conditioning, Engine Control System, Chassis/Body, Restraint System, Interior, Differential/Drive, Axle
Estimated Pages:
Hundreds of pages
Type:
Workshop Repair Service Manual
Powertrain:
Engine service and repair, transmission service and repair, differential and drive axle service.
Chassis And Suspension:
Suspension system, steering system, chassis, and body.
Electrical:
Complete electrical system, wiring diagrams, engine control system.
Braking And Cooling:
Brake system, cooling system.
Fuel And Emissions:
Fuel injection/fuel system, emission system.
Comfort And Safety:
Heater/Air Conditioning, Restraint System, Interior.
Maintenance:
General maintenance, periodic lubrication, scheduled service intervals.
Repair And Rebuild:
Detailed repair and rebuild procedures for all major vehicle components.
Troubleshooting:
Comprehensive troubleshooting guides for diagnosing and resolving common and complex issues.
Diagnostics:
Diagnostic procedures for electrical and mechanical systems.
Depth:
Professional-level, covering everything from routine maintenance to complete overhauls, as used by local service/repair shops.
Detail Level:
Includes detailed substeps, notes, cautions, warnings, numbered instructions, and enlarged inset views of parts.
Engine Type:
Inline 4-cylinder, SOHC
Displacement:
1595 cc (97.3 cu in)
Bore X Stroke:
83.0 mm x 73.7 mm (3.27 in x 2.90 in)
Horsepower:
Approx. 90-96 PS (90-95 hp) at 6000 rpm (depending on tuning and market)
Torque:
Approx. 130 Nm (96 lb-ft) at 3600 rpm (depending on tuning and market)
Fuel Delivery:
SU Carburetors (typically twin HS4 or similar) or Bosch L-Jetronic fuel injection on later or specific market models (though the manual specifies 'Fuel Injection / Fuel System' which implies coverage for potential FI variants or system overviews).
Specific Engine Code Coverage:
Likely covers R16 variants used in the SP311/SPL311.
Transmission Type:
4-speed Manual
Optional Transmission:
3-speed Automatic (less common, but may be covered)
Gear Ratios:
Detailed gear ratios for manual transmission covered in the manual.
Transmission Fluid:
Refer to manual for specific GL rating (e.g., GL-4) and viscosity (e.g., 80W-90).
Safety Standards Era:
Reflects safety standards of the late 1960s; lacks modern crash test ratings.
Active Safety:
Standard braking system, steering.
Passive Safety:
Body structure, seat belts (likely lap belts as standard), potentially padded dashboard sections. Manual covers restraint systems.
Oil Change Interval:
Refer to manual for specific mileage (e.g., every 3,000-5,000 miles or 6 months).
Tune Up Interval:
Refer to manual for spark plug replacement, ignition timing, and carburetor adjustments.
Engine Oil:
Refer to manual for viscosity grade (e.g., SAE 20W-50 or 10W-30 depending on climate) and API service classification.
Coolant:
Refer to manual for coolant type and mixture ratio (e.g., ethylene glycol-based).
Brake Fluid:
Refer to manual for DOT specification (e.g., DOT 3).
Common Wear Items:
Carburetor tuning, fuel system components (e.g., fuel pump, lines), ignition system components (distributor, points, condenser), brake system rebuilds, suspension bushings.
Body Corrosion:
Rust in common areas like floor pans, rockers, and wheel arches is a typical concern for vehicles of this era.
Manufacturer Origin:
Japan
Fairlady Lineage:
The Fairlady (later Z in export markets) represented Datsun's foray into stylish sports cars, with the SP311/SPL311 series being a significant evolution from earlier models.
Production Period:
1965-1970 for the SP311/SPL311 generation.
Market Significance:
Instrumental in establishing Datsun's reputation for reliable and sporty vehicles in international markets.
