Target Audience:
Owners seeking detailed repair and maintenance information, independent workshops
Competitors:
Toyota Camry, Holden Commodore (smaller variants), Ford Falcon (smaller variants), Hyundai Sonata, Kia Optima
Vehicle Value Proposition:
Spacious interior, comfortable ride, distinctive styling for its era, often offered as a more budget-friendly alternative to established Japanese and Australian rivals.
Manual Value Proposition:
Provides the definitive technical resource for owners and technicians, enabling DIY repairs and efficient professional servicing.
Powertrain:
Engine mechanicals, fuel system, ignition system, exhaust system, engine management, transmission (automatic)
Chassis:
Suspension (front and rear), steering system, braking system (hydraulic, ABS), wheels and tires
Electrical:
Battery, charging system, starting system, lighting, instruments and gauges, body electrical (wipers, horn, windows), comfort and convenience systems, infotainment system wiring
Body:
Body structure, exterior panels, interior trim, doors, windows, locks, HVAC system, airbags
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance, fluid changes, filter replacements, inspections
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting guides, symptom-based diagnosis, diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) and explanations
Repair:
Component removal and installation, sub-assembly repairs, torque specifications, adjustments
Rebuild:
Engine overhaul, transmission overhaul, differential overhaul (if applicable)
Depth:
Comprehensive (from basic maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds, advanced electrical diagnostics)
Engine Code:
LDA / L20 (2.0L)
Engine Displacement:
1998 cc (2.0 Liters)
Engine Type:
Inline 4-cylinder
Engine Configuration:
Front-engine, transverse
Engine Valvetrain:
DOHC, 16 valves
Horsepower Max:
Approximately 104 kW (140 hp) at 6000 rpm
Torque Max:
Approximately 185 Nm (136 lb-ft) at 4000 rpm
Fuel Delivery:
Multi-point fuel injection (MPI)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Petrol (91 RON recommended)
Emissions Control:
Catalytic converter, oxygen sensors, EGR (potential)
Transmission Type:
4-speed Automatic
Transmission Type Optional:
5-speed Manual (less common in some markets)
Automatic Features:
Adaptive shift control (potential), torque converter lock-up
Automatic Transmission Fluid:
Dexron III or equivalent (e.g., GM 9986193)
Manual Transmission Fluid:
API GL-4, SAE 75W-90 or 80W-90
Length:
Approximately 4635 mm (182.5 in)
Width:
Approximately 1780 mm (70.1 in)
Height:
Approximately 1455 mm (57.3 in)
Wheelbase:
Approximately 2700 mm (106.3 in)
Curb Weight:
Approximately 1400 - 1500 kg (3086 - 3307 lbs)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating:
Varies by model and market, typically around 1900-2000 kg
Ancap Rating:
4 Stars (for specific models/years, check Australian NCAP archives)
ABS:
Standard on most models
Traction Control:
Optional or standard on higher trims
Electronic Stability Control:
Limited availability for this generation, often absent or only on premium trims
Airbags:
Driver and front passenger airbags standard; side airbags optional on higher trims.
Seatbelts:
Pre-tensioner front seatbelts, three-point rear seatbelts
Child Seat Anchors:
ISOFIX mounting points
Head Unit:
Single-DIN or Double-DIN aftermarket compatible, original units often CD player with AM/FM radio, optional premium sound system.
Display:
Basic LCD display for radio/clock, no integrated navigation or touchscreen on base models.
Cruise Control:
Standard on most models
Parking Sensors:
Optional on higher trim levels
Auxiliary Input:
Rare on original units, often requires aftermarket adapter or head unit replacement.
Bluetooth:
Not typically factory-fitted for this era, requires aftermarket solution.
Oil Change Interval:
15,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first (synthetic oil recommended)
Air Filter Replacement:
30,000 km or 24 months
Cabin Filter Replacement:
20,000 km or 12 months
Spark Plug Replacement:
100,000 km (iridium type recommended)
Timing Belt Replacement:
N/A (Engine likely uses a timing chain)
Engine Oil Capacity:
Approximately 4.0 - 4.5 Liters (with filter change)
Engine Oil Type:
API SL/SM or ILSAC GF-3/GF-4, SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 (check owner's manual for exact spec)
Coolant Type:
GM Blue (or equivalent G-52277 / G-12 compliant ethylene glycol based coolant)
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4
Common Faults:
Transmission control module (TCM) issues, front suspension wear (bushings, ball joints), occasional electrical gremlins, HVAC blower motor failure, catalytic converter failures.
Specific Failures:
Water pump seal leaks, minor oil leaks from engine seals, rear brake caliper sticking.
Gm Daewoo Heritage:
Daewoo Motors was a South Korean automaker, acquired by General Motors in 2002. The Evanda/Epica were part of GM's strategy to leverage Daewoo's platforms globally.
Evanda Origin:
The Daewoo Evanda was a rebadged version of the Daewoo Magnus, which itself was an evolution of the Daewoo Epoch/Leganza.
Holden Rebadge:
Holden, GM's Australian subsidiary, adopted the Daewoo Evanda as the Holden Epica in Australia starting around 2006, often with styling and suspension tweaks for the local market. This manual covers the later iterations often sold as the Holden Epica.
Production Period:
2000-2006 (Daewoo Evanda/Magnus), 2006-2011 (Holden Epica - based on this platform, though later Epicas may have slight variations)
Manufacturing Location:
South Korea (primary)
