🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Daihatsu Model: Cuore / Mira / Charade Chassis Code: L500 / L501 Model Generations Covered: L500 series (1994-1998, with applicability to surrounding years) 👋 Introduction Market Position Target Audience: DIY mechanics, independent repair shops, and owners seeking in-depth knowledge of their Daihatsu Cuore/Mira/Charade. Competitive Analysis Value Proposition: Provides professional-level repair and maintenance information, typically only accessible to dealership technicians, at a fraction of the cost of dealership labor. Key Features Authenticity: Genuine Factory Service Manual (FSM) used by authorized technicians. Completeness: Covers all systems and procedures for the specified chassis codes, ensuring comprehensive repair capability. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Coverage Areas: Complete FSM (Factory Service Manual) encompassing all service, repair, maintenance, and diagnostic procedures. Page Count Page Count: Not specified, but implied to be comprehensive for a full workshop manual. Manual Type Manual Type: Workshop Manual / Factory Service Manual (FSM) Language Language: English Format Format: Digital Download (RAR file containing PDF) 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine Mechanical: Engine disassembly, assembly, component inspection, timing components, cylinder head, crankshaft, pistons, connecting rods. Engine Lubrication And Cooling: Oil pump, oil pan, oil filter, oil cooler, water pump, thermostat, radiator, coolant hoses, fan. Engine Fuel And Emission Control: Fuel injection system (EFI), fuel pump, injectors, fuel filter, evaporative emission control (EVAP), catalytic converter, O2 sensors, EGR system. Accelerator Control: Throttle body, accelerator cable, cruise control system (if equipped). Fuel And Exhaust Systems: Fuel tank, fuel lines, muffler, exhaust pipes, catalytic converter. Clutch: Clutch disc, pressure plate, release bearing, clutch master cylinder, clutch slave cylinder, hydraulic lines. Manual Transmission: Gearbox disassembly, assembly, gear ratios, shift forks, bearings, seals, transmission fluid specifications. Automatic Transmission: ATF specifications, torque converter, valve body, planetary gears, solenoids, AT control system. Propeller Shaft And Differential Carrier: Driveshaft, universal joints, differential components, axle shafts, hub bearings. Front Axle: CV joints, wheel bearings, hub assembly, steering knuckle. Rear Axle: Rear suspension mounting, axle shafts, brake assembly attachment. Front Suspension: MacPherson struts, control arms, ball joints, stabilizer bar, springs, shock absorbers, alignment specifications. Rear Suspension: Torsion beam axle, trailing arms, shock absorbers, springs, alignment specifications. Brake System: Front and rear brake pads, rotors, calipers, master cylinder, brake booster, ABS system (if equipped), brake fluid specifications. Steering System: Steering rack, tie rods, power steering pump, fluid specifications, steering column. Restraint System: Seat belts, airbags (SRS), SRS control module, pre-tensioners. Body And Trim: Body panel removal, interior trim, door mechanisms, glass replacement, weatherstripping, chassis data. Heater And Air Conditioner: HVAC system operation, evaporator, condenser, compressor, refrigerant, blower motor, heater core. Electrical System: Wiring diagrams, fuse box locations, relay functions, battery, alternator, starter motor, lighting system, instrument cluster, ECUs. Diagnostic Troubleshooting: OBD-II codes (if applicable), diagnostic procedures, fault finding charts, component testing. Procedures Included Routine Maintenance: Oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks and top-offs, spark plug replacement, belt inspection/replacement. Component Rebuild: Engine rebuild, transmission overhaul, brake caliper/master cylinder rebuild. Alignment And Balancing: Wheel alignment specifications and procedures, tire balancing. Electrical Diagnostics: Troubleshooting electrical faults using wiring diagrams and test equipment. Body Repair: Body panel alignment, dent repair, door lock and window mechanism repair. Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive from basic maintenance to advanced diagnostics and complete engine/transmission rebuilds. Equivalent to dealership technician level. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Format: RAR archive containing PDF documents. Extraction Software: WinRAR (recommended for extraction). File Quality Print Quality: Assumed to be high quality, enabling clear printing of diagrams and text. Searchability: PDF format typically allows for text searching within the document. Binding Type Binding Type: N/A (Digital Download) Paper Type Paper Type: N/A (Digital Download) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Codes: Likely covers EF-EL (659cc 3-cylinder SOHC) and EF-ES (659cc 3-cylinder DOHC) for Japanese domestic market. May also cover larger displacement variants like ED-DE (847cc 3-cylinder SOHC) or EJ-DE (989cc 4-cylinder DOHC) depending on specific regional variations of L500/L501. Performance Typical Horsepower Range: Approximately 40-65 HP depending on engine variant and configuration. Typical Torque Range: Approximately 50-80 Nm depending on engine variant and configuration. Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI). Ignition System: Distributorless Ignition System (DIS) or distributor-based systems depending on year and market. 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Options: Typically offered with a 5-speed manual transmission or a 3-speed automatic transmission. Optional Optional Transmission: 4-speed automatic transmission may be available on some variants. Features Drive Type: Front-wheel drive (FWD) is standard. Some performance or specialized variants may have offered All-wheel drive (AWD). 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: Approx. 3395-3500 mm (Kei car regulations in Japan) Width: Approx. 1495 mm (Kei car regulations in Japan) Height: Approx. 1370-1440 mm Weights Curb Weight: Approx. 700-800 kg depending on specification. Gross Vehicle Weight: Typically around 1000-1100 kg. 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Safety Certifications: Compliance with Japanese safety standards (JNCAP ratings for the era) would be detailed. Global markets may have different ratings. Active Features Braking...
L500 series (1994-1998, with applicability to surrounding years)
👋 Introduction
Market Position
Target Audience:
DIY mechanics, independent repair shops, and owners seeking in-depth knowledge of their Daihatsu Cuore/Mira/Charade.
Competitive Analysis
Value Proposition:
Provides professional-level repair and maintenance information, typically only accessible to dealership technicians, at a fraction of the cost of dealership labor.
Key Features
Authenticity:
Genuine Factory Service Manual (FSM) used by authorized technicians.
Completeness:
Covers all systems and procedures for the specified chassis codes, ensuring comprehensive repair capability.
📋 Manual Details
Coverage
Coverage Areas:
Complete FSM (Factory Service Manual) encompassing all service, repair, maintenance, and diagnostic procedures.
Page Count
Page Count:
Not specified, but implied to be comprehensive for a full workshop manual.
Wheel alignment specifications and procedures, tire balancing.
Electrical Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting electrical faults using wiring diagrams and test equipment.
Body Repair:
Body panel alignment, dent repair, door lock and window mechanism repair.
Technical Depth
Depth:
Comprehensive from basic maintenance to advanced diagnostics and complete engine/transmission rebuilds. Equivalent to dealership technician level.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
File Format:
RAR archive containing PDF documents.
Extraction Software:
WinRAR (recommended for extraction).
File Quality
Print Quality:
Assumed to be high quality, enabling clear printing of diagrams and text.
Searchability:
PDF format typically allows for text searching within the document.
Binding Type
Binding Type:
N/A (Digital Download)
Paper Type
Paper Type:
N/A (Digital Download)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Codes:
Likely covers EF-EL (659cc 3-cylinder SOHC) and EF-ES (659cc 3-cylinder DOHC) for Japanese domestic market. May also cover larger displacement variants like ED-DE (847cc 3-cylinder SOHC) or EJ-DE (989cc 4-cylinder DOHC) depending on specific regional variations of L500/L501.
Performance
Typical Horsepower Range:
Approximately 40-65 HP depending on engine variant and configuration.
Typical Torque Range:
Approximately 50-80 Nm depending on engine variant and configuration.
Fuel System
Fuel Delivery:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI).
Ignition System:
Distributorless Ignition System (DIS) or distributor-based systems depending on year and market.
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Transmission Options:
Typically offered with a 5-speed manual transmission or a 3-speed automatic transmission.
Optional
Optional Transmission:
4-speed automatic transmission may be available on some variants.
Features
Drive Type:
Front-wheel drive (FWD) is standard. Some performance or specialized variants may have offered All-wheel drive (AWD).
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
Approx. 3395-3500 mm (Kei car regulations in Japan)
Width:
Approx. 1495 mm (Kei car regulations in Japan)
Height:
Approx. 1370-1440 mm
Weights
Curb Weight:
Approx. 700-800 kg depending on specification.
Gross Vehicle Weight:
Typically around 1000-1100 kg.
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
Safety Certifications:
Compliance with Japanese safety standards (JNCAP ratings for the era) would be detailed. Global markets may have different ratings.
Active Features
Braking System:
Front disc brakes, rear drum brakes. ABS available on higher trims or optional.
Passive Features
Airbags:
Driver's airbag standard on some trims. Passenger airbag optional or standard on later models.
Seat Belts:
Three-point seat belts with pre-tensioners for front occupants are standard. Rear occupants typically have lap belts or three-point belts depending on seating position and market.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio System:
Basic AM/FM radio with cassette player or CD player. Speaker configuration typically 2 or 4 speakers.
Driver Assistance
ABS:
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) was an optional feature or standard on higher trim levels for this generation.
Connectivity
Power Windows Locks:
Power windows and central locking were available as options or standard on higher trim levels.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 7,500 to 10,000 km or 6-12 months, whichever comes first, using specified engine oil.
Transmission Fluid Interval:
Manual: Inspect regularly, change every 40,000-80,000 km. Automatic: Inspect regularly, change fluid and filter every 40,000-60,000 km.
Coolant Change Interval:
Every 2-3 years or 40,000-60,000 km, depending on coolant type.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Type:
API SG/SH/SJ, ILSAC GF-2 or higher, viscosity grades typically 5W-30 or 10W-30, depending on climate. Consult manual for exact specification.
Transmission Fluid Type:
Manual: SAE 75W-90 GL-4. Automatic: Dexron II or equivalent.
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4.
Known Issues
Common Wear Items:
Clutch wear, suspension bushings, exhaust system corrosion, minor oil leaks from gaskets, timing belt (if applicable) replacement is critical.
Electrical Gremlins:
Occasional issues with aging wiring harnesses, door lock actuators, or window motors due to age and environmental factors.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Daihatsu Focus:
Daihatsu is renowned for producing compact and efficient vehicles, particularly within the Kei car segment in Japan.
Model Evolution
L500 Series Context:
The L500 series represents the fourth generation of the Mira and its rebadged versions (Cuore, Charade) in many markets, built on Daihatsu's expertise in small car manufacturing.
Production
Production Years:
The L500 generation was primarily produced from 1994 to 1998, with facelifts and minor updates throughout its production run.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
General Acclaim:
Daihatsu vehicles of this era were generally recognized for their reliability, fuel efficiency, and value for money in the compact car segment.
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