Target Audience:
DIY enthusiasts, independent mechanics, vehicle owners seeking cost savings and quality control
Vehicle Segment:
Compact car segment.
Advantage:
Comprehensive coverage of specific B6/BP engines in KJ Laser, accessible PDF format, cost-effective solution for repair information
Features:
Enables independent repair, provides in-depth knowledge, troubleshooting guidance, covers all major vehicle systems
Engine Management:
Fuel Injection, Emission Control, Engine Control System
Powertrain:
Engine Service/Repair, Transmission Service/Repair
Chassis:
Suspension, Steering, Axle, Brake System
Electrical:
Electrical System, Wiring Diagram
Body Interior:
Chassis/Body, Restraint System
Cooling System:
Cooling System Service/Repair
Fuel System:
Fuel Injection / Fuel System Service/Repair
Emission System:
Emission System Service/Repair
Engine Control:
Engine Control System Service/Repair
Chassis Body:
Chassis / Body Service/Repair
Restraint System:
Restraint System Service/Repair
Axle:
Axle Service/Repair
Steering System:
Steering System Service/Repair
Suspension System:
Suspension System Service/Repair
Brake System:
Brake System Service/Repair
Maintenance:
General Maintenance, Periodic Lubrication
Troubleshooting:
Troubleshooting
Repair Rebuild:
Disassembly, Reassembly, Repair, Refurbishment, Renovation, Mending, Fixing
Disassembly Reassembly:
Detailed instructions for disassembling and reassembling all covered components.
Refurbish Renovate:
Procedures for restoring and refurbishing various vehicle parts.
Wiring Diagrams:
Detailed electrical wiring diagrams for troubleshooting and repair.
Depth:
Comprehensive (from basic maintenance to in-depth repair)
Diagnostic Capability:
Includes diagnostic procedures to identify faults and issues.
Diagnostic Tools:
Mentions use of diagnostic tools and techniques relevant to the era.
Repair Procedures:
Includes step-by-step repair procedures with torque specifications and detailed diagrams.
Engine Families:
B6, BP (Mazda origin, commonly used in Ford models of this era)
Engine Description:
Inline 4-cylinder gasoline engines known for their reliability and relative simplicity. Specific displacements and power outputs vary between B6 and BP variants.
Typical Displacement Bp:
1.8 Liters (1839 cc)
Typical Displacement B6:
1.6 Liters (1597 cc)
Fuel Delivery:
Multi-point Fuel Injection (MPI) or Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) depending on specific engine variant and market.
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Gasoline
B6 Engine Variants:
Likely refers to Mazda's 1.6L B6 engine family, potentially including variations like B6-ME.
Bp Engine Variants:
Likely refers to Mazda's 1.8L BP engine family, famous for its DOHC and VVT options in later iterations, though early BP in Laser might be SOHC.
Infotainment Coverage:
Likely covers basic electrical systems and audio components of the era.
Driver Assistance Coverage:
Limited for this era; manual covers fundamental systems like steering and brakes.
Connectivity Coverage:
N/A for the era; manual focuses on mechanical and electrical systems.
General Maintenance Coverage:
Covers general maintenance procedures and likely includes basic service intervals.
Periodic Lubrication Coverage:
Specific section dedicated to lubrication schedules and types.
Oil Change Interval:
Standard intervals for oil and filter changes (e.g., 5,000-7,500 km or 6-12 months, refer to manual for specifics).
Fluid Coverage:
Implicitly covers necessary fluid types for engine, transmission, brakes, cooling system, etc.
Engine Oil Type:
Likely specifies API service categories (e.g., SG or SH) and viscosity grades (e.g., 10W-30, 10W-40, 20W-50) depending on climate.
Coolant Type:
Likely specifies ethylene glycol-based antifreeze and coolant mixture ratios.
Transmission Fluid:
Specifies required ATF type for automatics (e.g., Dexron II/III) and gear oil for manuals.
Common Problems Coverage:
Troubleshooting section likely addresses common issues encountered with the B6/BP engines and the KJ Laser platform.
Ford Badge Engineering:
The Ford Laser was a product of Ford's partnership with Mazda, often a badge-engineered Mazda Familia.
Kj Generation:
The KJ generation represented a refinement of the Laser design, with updated styling and technology for its era.
Ford Laser History:
The Ford Laser was sold globally by Ford as a compact car, often sharing platforms with Mazda vehicles.
Manufacturing Location:
Primarily manufactured in Australia and other global markets where Ford had operations.
