The Daewoo Tico, produced from 1991 to 2001, is an ultra-compact city car renowned for its exceptional maneuverability and fuel efficiency, making it an ideal choice for urban environments and budget-conscious consumers. Based on technology, this small vehicle, measuring just over 3.3 meters in length, offers a practical and economical solution for daily transportation. Its design emphasizes simplicity and affordability, featuring a 796 cc, 3-cylinder engine that delivers efficient performance for its class, coupled with a standard 5-speed manual transmission. The Tico's appeal lies in its accessible price point and low running costs, positioning it as a strong contender for first-time car buyers and those prioritizing practicality. This comprehensive factory service repair manual provides detailed guidance for the maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of the Daewoo Tico (1991). It covers all essential vehicle systems, including the engine, fuel, ignition, transmission, brakes, suspension, steering, and electrical systems, offering step-by-step procedures, troubleshooting guides, and essential technical specifications. With its in-depth coverage, this manual serves as an indispensable resource for owners, technicians, and mechanics aiming to preserve the reliability and performance of their Daewoo Tico, ensuring proper upkeep and effective repair solutions. 🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Daewoo Model: Tico Year: 1991 Codes Vin Prefix: KDA Chassis Code: KLY3 👋 Introduction Market Position Category: Ultra-Compact City Car Target Audience: First-time car buyers, budget-conscious consumers, city dwellers seeking economical transportation. Competitive Analysis Key Competitors: Suzuki Alto, Kia Pride (later models), Hyundai Pony, Fiat Cinquecento, Ford Festiva. Key Features Unique Selling Proposition: Extremely compact size for urban maneuverability, fuel efficiency, affordability. Design Inspiration: Licensed design from Suzuki Cervo/Alto (first generation). 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Coverage Level: Complete Factory Service Repair Geographic Coverage: Global (reflecting factory standards) Page Count Estimated Pages: Hundreds (specific count not provided, but implied comprehensive) Manual Type Type: Factory Service Repair Manual Language Primary Language: English (assumed for widespread sales, may have original Korean) Format Digital Format: PDF Download 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine: Detailed diagnostics, repair procedures, overhaul, specifications for all components (e.g., cylinder head, pistons, crankshaft, timing system, cooling, lubrication). Fuel System: Carburetor system diagnosis and repair, fuel pump, fuel lines, fuel filter replacement, emissions control. Ignition System: Spark plugs, ignition coils, distributor (if applicable), timing adjustment, troubleshooting. Transmission: Manual transmission (MT) repair, clutch system, gear shifting mechanisms, lubricant specifications, troubleshooting. Brakes: Hydraulic system diagnosis, drum brake repair (front/rear), brake fluid specifications, bleeding procedures, parking brake system. Suspension: Front MacPherson strut, rear torsion beam, shock absorber replacement, spring replacement, alignment specifications. Steering: Manual steering rack diagnosis and repair, steering column, tie rod ends, ball joints. Electrical System: Wiring diagrams, fuse box layout, battery, starter motor, alternator, lighting system, horn, wipers, power windows (if equipped), instrument cluster. Cooling System: Radiator, fan, water pump, thermostat, coolant type and capacity, heater core. Exhaust System: Exhaust manifold, catalytic converter (if applicable), muffler, pipes, gaskets, mounting hardware. Body And Chassis: Body panel repair, door mechanisms, hinges, locks, glass replacement, interior trim removal/installation. HVAC: Heater system components, blower motor, control panel, ducting. Procedures Included Maintenance: Oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks and top-offs, spark plug replacement, brake adjustments. Troubleshooting: Systematic diagnostic procedures for common and uncommon faults, symptom-based troubleshooting guides. Repair: Step-by-step instructions for component removal, disassembly, repair, reassembly, and installation. Rebuilding: Engine, transmission, and major component overhaul procedures. Torque Specifications: Detailed torque values for all critical fasteners. Alignment Procedures: Wheel alignment angles and specifications. Electrical Diagnostics: Testing procedures for sensors, actuators, and electrical circuits. Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive, covering everything from basic maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds, including detailed diagrams and specifications. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Format: PDF Searchability: Likely searchable text-based PDF (standard for factory manuals). Print Quality Printability: Printable in its entirety or select pages. Binding Type Binding Style: N/A (Digital Download) Paper Type Paper Quality: N/A (Digital Download) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Code: F8CV (Daewoo designation for Suzuki F8B variant) Configuration: Inline 3-cylinder, SOHC Displacement: 796 cc (0.8 Liters) Performance Horsepower: Approx. 39 hp @ 5500 rpm Torque: Approx. 61 Nm (45 lb-ft) @ 3500 rpm Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Carburetor (e.g., single-barrel Hitachi or similar) Fuel Type: Unleaded Gasoline Engine Features Cooling Type: Water-cooled Lubrication Type: Forced lubrication with oil pump Ignition Timing Base: Specific value (e.g., 5-7 degrees BTDC) would be in manual. Idle Speed: Specific RPM range (e.g., 850 +/- 50 rpm) would be in manual. 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type: 5-speed Manual Transmission (MT) Optional Transmission Type: 3-speed Automatic Transmission (AT) (less common, availability varies by market) Features Clutch Type: Single dry plate, diaphragm spring Transmission Fluid Type: GL-4 Hypoid Gear Oil (SAE 75W-90 or 80W-90) Transmission Fluid Capacity: Approx. 2.0 Liters (for MT) 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: 3375 mm (132.9 inches) Width: 1495 mm (58.9 inches) Height: 1410 mm (55.5 inches) Wheelbase: 2300 mm (90.6 inches) Front Track: 1300 mm (51.2...
The Daewoo Tico, produced from 1991 to 2001, is an ultra-compact city car renowned for its exceptional maneuverability and fuel efficiency, making it an ideal choice for urban environments and budget-conscious consumers. Based on technology, this small vehicle, measuring just over 3.3 meters in length, offers a practical and economical solution for daily transportation. Its design emphasizes simplicity and affordability, featuring a 796 cc, 3-cylinder engine that delivers efficient performance for its class, coupled with a standard 5-speed manual transmission. The Tico's appeal lies in its accessible price point and low running costs, positioning it as a strong contender for first-time car buyers and those prioritizing practicality.
This comprehensive factory service repair manual provides detailed guidance for the maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of the Daewoo Tico (1991). It covers all essential vehicle systems, including the engine, fuel, ignition, transmission, brakes, suspension, steering, and electrical systems, offering step-by-step procedures, troubleshooting guides, and essential technical specifications. With its in-depth coverage, this manual serves as an indispensable resource for owners, technicians, and mechanics aiming to preserve the reliability and performance of their Daewoo Tico, ensuring proper upkeep and effective repair solutions.
🏷️ Basic Information
Identification
Make:
Daewoo
Model:
Tico
Year:
1991
Codes
Vin Prefix:
KDA
Chassis Code:
KLY3
👋 Introduction
Market Position
Category:
Ultra-Compact City Car
Target Audience:
First-time car buyers, budget-conscious consumers, city dwellers seeking economical transportation.
Competitive Analysis
Key Competitors:
Suzuki Alto, Kia Pride (later models), Hyundai Pony, Fiat Cinquecento, Ford Festiva.
Key Features
Unique Selling Proposition:
Extremely compact size for urban maneuverability, fuel efficiency, affordability.
Design Inspiration:
Licensed design from Suzuki Cervo/Alto (first generation).
📋 Manual Details
Coverage Areas
Coverage Level:
Complete Factory Service Repair
Geographic Coverage:
Global (reflecting factory standards)
Page Count
Estimated Pages:
Hundreds (specific count not provided, but implied comprehensive)
Manual Type
Type:
Factory Service Repair Manual
Language
Primary Language:
English (assumed for widespread sales, may have original Korean)
Format
Digital Format:
PDF Download
📖 Manual Coverage
Systems Covered
Engine:
Detailed diagnostics, repair procedures, overhaul, specifications for all components (e.g., cylinder head, pistons, crankshaft, timing system, cooling, lubrication).
Fuel System:
Carburetor system diagnosis and repair, fuel pump, fuel lines, fuel filter replacement, emissions control.
Systematic diagnostic procedures for common and uncommon faults, symptom-based troubleshooting guides.
Repair:
Step-by-step instructions for component removal, disassembly, repair, reassembly, and installation.
Rebuilding:
Engine, transmission, and major component overhaul procedures.
Torque Specifications:
Detailed torque values for all critical fasteners.
Alignment Procedures:
Wheel alignment angles and specifications.
Electrical Diagnostics:
Testing procedures for sensors, actuators, and electrical circuits.
Technical Depth
Depth:
Comprehensive, covering everything from basic maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds, including detailed diagrams and specifications.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
Format:
PDF
Searchability:
Likely searchable text-based PDF (standard for factory manuals).
Print Quality
Printability:
Printable in its entirety or select pages.
Binding Type
Binding Style:
N/A (Digital Download)
Paper Type
Paper Quality:
N/A (Digital Download)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Code:
F8CV (Daewoo designation for Suzuki F8B variant)
Configuration:
Inline 3-cylinder, SOHC
Displacement:
796 cc (0.8 Liters)
Performance
Horsepower:
Approx. 39 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
Approx. 61 Nm (45 lb-ft) @ 3500 rpm
Fuel System
Fuel Delivery:
Carburetor (e.g., single-barrel Hitachi or similar)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Gasoline
Engine Features
Cooling Type:
Water-cooled
Lubrication Type:
Forced lubrication with oil pump
Ignition Timing Base:
Specific value (e.g., 5-7 degrees BTDC) would be in manual.
Idle Speed:
Specific RPM range (e.g., 850 +/- 50 rpm) would be in manual.
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type:
5-speed Manual Transmission (MT)
Optional
Transmission Type:
3-speed Automatic Transmission (AT) (less common, availability varies by market)
Features
Clutch Type:
Single dry plate, diaphragm spring
Transmission Fluid Type:
GL-4 Hypoid Gear Oil (SAE 75W-90 or 80W-90)
Transmission Fluid Capacity:
Approx. 2.0 Liters (for MT)
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
3375 mm (132.9 inches)
Width:
1495 mm (58.9 inches)
Height:
1410 mm (55.5 inches)
Wheelbase:
2300 mm (90.6 inches)
Front Track:
1300 mm (51.2 inches)
Rear Track:
1290 mm (50.8 inches)
Weights
Curb Weight:
Approx. 650-700 kg (1430-1540 lbs) depending on equipment
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating:
Approx. 1100 kg (2425 lbs)
Cargo
Cargo Volume:
Small, practical for its size, rear seats typically fold for extended space.
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
Crash Test Ratings:
Limited official ratings for this era and market segment. Likely performed to country-specific safety standards of the time.
Active Features
Brakes:
Front ventilated disc, Rear drum.
Steering Assist:
Manual Steering (no power assist)
Passive Features
Seatbelts:
Standard 3-point front seatbelts, 2-point rear seatbelts.
Airbags:
Not standard for 1991 model, availability varied by market and trim.
Chassis Reinforcement:
Basic structural integrity for its class.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Radio:
Basic AM/FM radio, often with a single cassette player. Aftermarket options are common.
Driver Assistance
ABS:
Not typically equipped on the 1991 model.
Traction Control:
Not equipped.
Connectivity
Bluetooth:
Not equipped. Aftermarket integration possible.
Instrumentation
Dashboard:
Minimalist design, including speedometer, fuel gauge, temperature gauge, and warning lights.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Engine Oil Change:
Every 5,000 km (3,000 miles) or 6 months, whichever comes first.
Oil Filter Replacement:
With every oil change.
Air Filter Replacement:
Every 10,000 km (6,000 miles).
Spark Plug Replacement:
Every 20,000 km (12,000 miles).
Coolant Change:
Every 2 years or 40,000 km (24,000 miles).
Transmission Fluid Change:
Every 40,000 km (24,000 miles) or 2 years.
Brake Fluid Change:
Every 2 years.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Grade:
API SG or SH, SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 (depending on climate).
Engine Oil Capacity:
Approx. 3.2 Liters (3.4 US Quarts) with filter.
Coolant Type:
Ethylene Glycol based antifreeze/coolant (mix 50/50 with distilled water).
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4.
Known Issues
Common Complaints:
Carburetor tuning issues, potential for rust in older vehicles, minor electrical gremlins, wear on suspension components due to age.
Performance Degradation:
Engine power can be significantly affected by ignition timing, fuel mixture, and valve clearances if not maintained.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Parent Company:
Originally Daewoo Motor Co., Ltd., South Korea. Part of the Daewoo Group conglomerate.
Model Evolution
Predecessor:
No direct predecessor within Daewoo; it was an entry into the microcar segment.
Successor:
Daewoo Matiz (later models).
Production
Production Start Year:
1991
Production End Year:
2001
Manufacturing Location:
South Korea
Licensing:
Based on Suzuki Cervo/Alto (SS30/SS40 platform).
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Market Recognition:
Gained popularity in certain markets for its affordability and low running costs, often used as a first car or for economical city commuting.
Ratings
Fuel Economy:
Excellent for its era, typically achieving high miles per gallon (MPG) in city driving.