This comprehensive Ford Pinto 1977-1980 Service Repair Manual is your ultimate guide to servicing and repairing your vehicle. It covers all versions, including all models and engine types, offering the same detailed information provided to professional service shops. This manual equips you with the knowledge to perform a wide range of maintenance and repair tasks, including engine overhauls and rebuilding, brake system repairs, sunroof maintenance, timing belt replacement, troubleshooting and diagnostics, engine performance tuning, front end procedures and specifications, suspension adjustments, transmission information, air conditioning service and capacities, computer diagnostic codes, firing orders, detailed specifications, factory maintenance schedules and charts, serpentine belt routings with diagrams, timing belt service procedures, driving concerns, complete torque specifications, U-joint and CV-joint service procedures, repair procedures, complete wiring diagrams, and hundreds of illustrations. With this manual, you have everything you need to keep your Ford Pinto running smoothly for years to come.

The Ford Pinto was a subcompact car produced by Ford Motor Company from the 1971 to 1980 model years. It was designed to compete with the burgeoning market of small cars driven by the 1973 oil crisis and rising gasoline prices. While it offered a competitive price point, it was plagued by a reputation for safety issues, particularly the infamous "Pinto fire" lawsuits stemming from its rear-end collision vulnerability. Despite its troubled history, the Pinto played a significant role in the evolution of automotive design, pioneering the use of unibody construction and contributing to the development of fuel-efficient engines. The 1977-1980 service repair manual is an essential resource for owners and mechanics working on these vehicles. The Ford Pinto was powered by a 1.6-liter or 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, and it was available in a variety of body styles, including a two-door coupe, a two-door hatchback, and a four-door sedan. The Pinto's interior was basic but functional, and it offered a decent amount of space for its size. It introduced several safety innovations, including a collapsible steering column and a padded dashboard. Despite these features, the Pinto's safety design was controversial, and it became infamous for its rear-end crash vulnerability. This was attributed to the design of its fuel tank, which was located behind the rear axle and vulnerable to being punctured in a rear-end collision. The 1977-1980 service repair manual provides detailed information on all aspects of the Pinto, including engine, transmission, brakes, suspension, and electrical systems. It also includes troubleshooting guides and diagrams, as well as specifications and torque values.