Market Segment:
Affordable, practical, rear-engined compact car, popular in Eastern Europe.
Competitors:
Lada Riva/Classic, Fiat 125p, Dacia 1300 series, Wartburg 353.
Key Features Of Vehicle Covered
Design Philosophy:
Robust, simple, and cost-effective rear-engined, rear-wheel-drive configuration, prioritizing practicality and durability over performance.
Engine And Powertrain:
Engine overhaul, cooling system, lubrication system, fuel system (carburetor tuning), exhaust system, ignition system, clutch, gearbox, driveshafts.
Chassis And Suspension:
Front and rear suspension, steering system, wheels and tires, braking system (including drum and disc brakes depending on specific LS configuration).
Electrical System:
Battery, charging system, starting system, lighting system, ignition switch, instruments, wipers, horn, radio wiring, fuse box.
Body And Interior:
Body panels, doors, windows, seats, interior trim, heating system, ventilation.
Maintenance Procedures:
Scheduled maintenance, fluid changes, filter replacements, lubrication, tune-ups, inspections.
Repair Procedures:
Detailed step-by-step instructions for disassembly, assembly, removal, and installation of all major components and systems.
Troubleshooting Diagnostics:
Diagnostic procedures for common problems, symptom analysis, fault finding, and corrective actions.
Adjustments And Specifications:
Precise adjustment procedures for engine timing, carburetor, brakes, clutch, suspension, and detailed specification lists including torque values and wear limits.
Torque Specifications:
Includes precise torque values for critical fasteners and threaded connections.
Wear Limits:
Provides wear limits for components to ensure proper diagnosis and repair.
Depth:
Comprehensive, covering from basic maintenance to major overhaul and repair. Includes detailed explanations, pictorial diagrams, exploded views, and schematics.
Illustrations And Diagrams:
Features detailed illustrations, exploded diagrams, drawings, and photos to guide through service procedures.
Printability:
Yes, all pages are printable for on-demand hard copies.
Binding Type:
N/A (Digital - provided as a downloadable PDF)
Paper Type:
N/A (Digital - output is dependent on user's printer)
Software Requirement:
Adobe Reader or compatible PDF viewer
Operating System Compatibility:
Windows, Mac, Linux OS
Engine Type:
Inline-4, Overhead Valve (OHV), Water-cooled
Displacement:
1289 cc (1.3 Liters)
Fuel System:
Single or Twin-barrel Carburetor (e.g., Jikov, Weber variants specific to LS trim)
Horsepower Approx:
Approx. 54-60 PS (depending on specific tuning and market regulations)
Torque Approx:
Approx. 90-95 Nm
Cooling Type:
Pressurized liquid cooling system
Ignition Type:
Contact breaker points (Distributor ignition)
Safety Rating Era:
Reflects safety standards of the late 1970s/1980s; basic structural integrity, no advanced safety features.
Active Safety:
Disc front brakes, Drum rear brakes, Direct ignition system (enhances reliability over older systems).
Passive Safety:
Basic seat belts, energy-absorbing steering column (design dependent on specific year), reinforced passenger cell.
Infotainment System:
Basic AM/FM radio, optional cassette player. Simple dashboard layout.
Driver Assistance Features:
None by modern standards. Features are purely mechanical.
Connectivity Options:
None (no provisions for external device connectivity).
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 5,000 - 7,500 km or 6-12 months, depending on operating conditions.
Tune Up Interval:
Recommended every 10,000 - 15,000 km, including ignition timing and carburetor adjustments.
Engine Oil Specification:
API SF/CD or SG/CD, SAE 20W-50 or 15W-40 (check manual for specific climate recommendations).
Coolant Specification:
Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze, 33-50% concentration in distilled water.
Brake Fluid Specification:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid.
Common Wear Items:
Carburetor wear/tuning issues, ignition system components (points, condenser, coil), cooling system hoses and radiator, rear axle oil seals, wheel bearings, clutch wear.
Common Reliability Concerns:
Overheating in heavy traffic due to the rear-mounted engine's cooling challenges, carburetor driveability issues, minor electrical faults.
Special Tools:
Specific ignition timing tools, carburetor adjustment tools, valve adjustment tools, torque wrenches, basic hand tools, potentially bearing pullers.
Brand Origin:
Škoda Auto, Czechoslovakia (now Czech Republic), founded in 1895.
Predecessor:
Škoda 105, Škoda 120 (earlier variants of the 742 series).
Successor:
Škoda Favorit (introduced in 1987, but 120 continued production).
Production Location:
Mladá Boleslav, Czechoslovakia.
Key Design Elements:
Rear-mounted engine for better traction in adverse conditions, luggage space under the front hood and behind the rear seats.