The Rover Metro 1980-1990 Service Repair Workshop Manual is a comprehensive guide designed for both the home mechanic and professional service technicians. This manual provides step-by-step instructions, detailed diagrams, illustrations, wiring schematics, and specifications for all aspects of maintaining, servicing, and repairing your Rover Metro. Covering every model year from 1980 to 1990, this manual delves into a wide range of topics including general information, engine mechanical and electrical systems, emission control, fuel systems, clutch and transmission systems (both manual and automatic), driveshafts, axles, suspension, steering, restraint systems, braking systems, body (interior and exterior), body electrical systems, and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. Written by the manufacturer, this manual provides the same information and procedures used by authorized dealership service departments. With its accurate, clear, and concise text, along with accompanying illustrations, it's an invaluable tool for anyone who wants to confidently handle their own vehicle repairs. This manual equips you with the knowledge and understanding to perform a wide range of maintenance and repair tasks, potentially saving you significant time and money on costly service bills.

The Rover Metro, a supermini car produced by the British Motor Corporation (BMC) and later Rover Group from 1980 to 1990, marked a significant departure from the traditional image of the British car. Designed by British Leyland's Advanced Concepts Team under the leadership of Roy Axe, the Metro was a bold attempt to create a modern, fuel-efficient, and affordable city car. Its sleek, aerodynamic design, featuring a sharp front end and a rounded rear, was a far cry from the boxy, utilitarian vehicles that had previously dominated the British market. The Metro's lightweight construction, achieved through extensive use of plastic and aluminum, further contributed to its fuel efficiency. It was initially available with a range of small, fuel-efficient petrol engines, and later offered with a diesel option. The Rover Metro's success was evident in its impressive sales figures. It became the best-selling car in the UK in 1982 and remained a popular choice throughout its production run. It also enjoyed considerable success in export markets, particularly in Europe. The Metro's popularity was not just due to its affordability and practicality, but also its engaging driving experience. Its nimble handling and responsive engine made it a joy to drive in urban environments and on winding roads. The Metro's success paved the way for a new generation of British cars that prioritized efficiency and driving pleasure, proving that British brands could compete with their European counterparts in the burgeoning small car segment.