🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Sterling Model: 825 Year: 1988 Codes Vin Prefix Common: Provided VIN specific information is not available in the product description. Sterling vehicles of this era were often based on Honda platforms, so VIN structure would typically reflect this. Generation Generation Identifier: First Generation (1987-1991) 👋 Introduction Market Position Brand Positioning: The Sterling marque, introduced in the late 1980s as an upscale division of Austin Rover Group (later Rover Group), aimed to compete in the premium sedan market, often utilizing platforms from Honda. The 825 represented their entry into the North American market. Competitive Analysis Competitors Era: In 1988, the Sterling 825 would have competed against established luxury and near-luxury sedans from marques such as Acura (Legend), Lexus (LS 400 - though released later in '89), BMW (5 Series), Mercedes-Benz (E-Class), Audi (100/200), and domestic offerings like the Cadillac DeVille and Lincoln Continental. Key Features Manual Advantages: Instant digital download, no shipping costs, accessible on various devices (smartphones, tablets), printable pages, lifetime replacement policy. This format offers convenience and practicality for on-the-go repairs and maintenance. Vehicle Appeal: The Sterling 825 was marketed as a stylish, well-appointed luxury sedan with European styling cues and Japanese reliability, thanks to its Honda mechanical underpinnings. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Topics Covered: General Information, Routine Maintenance, Engine Removal and Installation, Fuel System, Lubrication and Cooling System, Engine Specifications, Transmission, Drive Chain & Sprockets, Steering System, Shocks, Body Work, Intake & Exhaust, Electrical System, Advanced Troubleshooting. Versions Covered: All versions of the 1988 Sterling 825 Trucks. Page Count Estimated Page Count: The product information does not specify an exact page count. However, given the comprehensive list of topics for a repair manual, it is likely to be several hundred pages. Manual Type Type: Repair Manual / Workshop Manual Language Language: English (Implied by product description context and common practice for US market manuals) Format Format: Electronic Downloadable PDF 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Powertrain: Engine (removal, installation, specifications), Fuel System, Lubrication System, Cooling System, Intake & Exhaust Systems, Transmission (general mention, specific details likely included). Chassis: Steering System, Shocks (suspension components). Electrical: Electrical System (likely covers wiring diagrams, components, diagnostics). Body: Body Work (general mention, implies cosmetic and structural repair information). Procedures Included Maintenance: Routine Maintenance (oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks, tune-ups). Repair: Engine Repair, Fuel System Repair, Cooling System Repair, Steering System Repair, Electrical System Repair, Body Repair. Troubleshooting: Advanced Troubleshooting (indicates diagnostic procedures and problem-solving for various systems). Installation: Engine Removal and Installation (detailed procedures for component removal and refitting). Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive: Covers everything from basic routine maintenance to advanced troubleshooting and component replacement, suitable for both DIY enthusiasts and professional technicians. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Format: PDF Searchability: Likely text-searchable PDF, enabling quick navigation to specific topics. Print Quality Recommendation: Printable on demand, allowing users to print specific pages as needed to avoid damaging a physical manual. Binding Type Type: N/A (Digital Download) Paper Type Type: N/A (Digital Download) Licensing Policy: Lifetime Protection Policy (if lost or damaged, replacement provided free of charge). ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Type: V6, SOHC (Single Overhead Cam) Engine Code Common: C27A (Honda's C27 engine, shared with the Acura Legend) Displacement: 2.7 Liters (2675 cc) Performance Horsepower: Approximately 151 hp @ 5,300 rpm (for the US market variant). Torque: Approximately 160 lb-ft @ 4,500 rpm (for the US market variant). Fuel System Induction: Multi-point Fuel Injection (MPFI) Fuel Type: Unleaded Gasoline (Premium recommended) Lubrication Cooling Oil Capacity Approx: 4.5 - 5.0 Quarts (with filter change, specific grade like 10W-30 or 10W-40 recommended by manufacturer). Coolant Capacity Approx: 7.0 - 8.0 Quarts (using a 50/50 mix of antifreeze and distilled water). 🔧 Transmission Standard Type: Automatic Transmission (4-speed) Optional Type: Manual Transmission (5-speed) was available in some markets but less common in North America for the 825. Features Drive Chain Sprockets: The manual explicitly mentions 'Drive Chain & Sprockets' in its coverage. This is unusual for a front-wheel-drive car like the Sterling 825, which typically uses CV axles. This coverage might be a generic inclusion in their template or could pertain to specific models or components not commonly associated with the 825 sedan, or perhaps a very niche application. Fluid Specs Automatic Transmission Fluid: Dexron II or equivalent (check manual for exact specification, e.g., Honda ATF-Z1 for later models, but for '88 Dexron II is more probable). Fluid Capacity Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity: Approximately 2.5 - 3.5 Quarts (for fluid change, not a full flush). 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: Approximately 195.0 inches Width: Approximately 70.5 inches Height: Approximately 54.5 inches Wheelbase Wheelbase Length: Approximately 109.1 inches Weights Curb Weight: Approximately 3,450 - 3,600 lbs (depending on equipment). 🛡️ Safety Features Active Features Braking System: Front: Ventilated Disc Brakes; Rear: Disc Brakes. Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) was an available...