🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Datsun Model: 1600 Saloon Model Designation: Bluebird Series 411 Chassis Code: 411 Body Style: Saloon (4-door Sedan) Generation Generation Name: 4th Generation Bluebird Production Years Covered By Manual: 1968-1973 👋 Introduction Market Position Target Audience: Datsun 1600 Saloon owners, DIY enthusiasts, classic car restorers, and independent mechanics. Competitive Analysis Advantage: Provides genuine factory data, offering superior accuracy and completeness compared to aftermarket or third-party manuals. Key Features Cost Savings: Enables owners to perform their own servicing, potentially saving $50-$60 per hour on labor costs. Information Access: Wealth of indispensable information for any serious owner, allowing view and print of any page or diagram. Instructional Style: Step-by-step instructions, notes, cautions, warnings, and numbered items guide the user through procedures. Visual Aids: Detailed illustrations, drawings, photos, and enlarged insets for clear part identification and procedural understanding. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Primary Coverage: Datsun 1600 Saloon (Bluebird 411 Series) Secondary Coverage: All factory-specified styles and configurations for the listed years. Page Count Estimated Page Count: Hundreds of pages (exact count not specified, but implies comprehensive depth) Manual Type Type: Factory Service Repair Manual Authenticity: Actual Genuine Factory Service Manuals Language Language: English Format Format: PDF Download 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine Service Repair: Comprehensive engine overhaul, tuning, and repair procedures. Transmission Service Repair: Detailed procedures for manual and potentially automatic transmission servicing. Brake System: Service, adjustment, and repair of braking components. Electrical System: Complete coverage including wiring diagrams and component testing. Suspension: Inspection, repair, and alignment of suspension components. Steering: Service and adjustment of steering mechanisms. Cooling System: Maintenance and repair of radiator, thermostat, and associated components. Fuel System: Detailed information on fuel delivery, carburetor, and fuel tank servicing. Emission Control System: Service and adjustment for emission control components. Heater Air Conditioner: Service procedures for climate control systems. Chassis Body: Body repair, frame specifications, and panel work. Restraint System: Information on seat belts and safety features. Interior: Details on interior trim and component replacement. Differential Drive: Service and repair of the drivetrain and differential assembly. Axle: Specifications and service procedures for axles. Procedures Included General Maintenance: Routine checks, fluid changes, and lubrication schedules. Troubleshooting: Diagnostic guides for identifying and resolving common and complex issues. Repair Procedures: Step-by-step instructions for all repair operations. Rebuilding Refurbishing Restoring: Detailed guidance for comprehensive vehicle restoration projects. Diagnostic Procedures: In-depth diagnostic workflows for all vehicle systems. Periodic Lubrication: Specific lubrication points and recommended intervals. Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive, covering everything a factory technician would know. Detail Level: Great detail in all diagnostic and repair procedures, including substeps. Illustrations: Includes all necessary illustrations, diagrams, and photos for procedural guidance. Troubleshooting Guide: Advanced troubleshooting section for diagnosing and correcting problems. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Format: PDF Compatibility: Works on all PC-based Windows operating systems and Mac. Print Quality Printability: Printable without restriction; individual pages or the entire manual. Resolution: High resolution Binding Type Binding Type: N/A (Downloadable PDF, intended for user printing) Paper Type Paper Type: N/A (Digital format, user prints on preferred paper) Searchability Search Function: Yes, allowing easy location of specific information. Usability Ease Of Use: Easy to use, no advanced computer skills required for printing. Delivery Delivery Method: Instant download link provided on checkout page. Requirements Software Requirement: Adobe PDF Reader ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Code: R16 Engine Type: Inline 4-cylinder, Overhead Valve (OHV) Displacement: 1.6 Liters (1600 cc) Bore X Stroke: 80.0 mm x 78.0 mm (approx.) Compression Ratio: Typically 8.5:1 or 9.0:1 depending on variant and market Performance Horsepower Net Est: Approximately 96 PS (95 bhp; 71 kW) at 5600 rpm (for R16) Torque Net Est: Approximately 13.0 kg⋅m (127 N⋅m; 94 lb⋅ft) at 3600 rpm (for R16) Fuel System Carburetor: Single or Twin Hitachi SU-type or Mikuni carburetors (e.g., R16 with twin 1.5" SU carburetors) Fuel Type: Unleaded or Leaded Gasoline (depending on market and year) Engine Control System Ignition System: Distributor-based ignition system 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type Standard: 4-speed Manual Transmission Optional Transmission Type Optional: 3-speed Automatic Transmission (may have been available on certain models/markets) Features Clutch Type: Single Dry Plate Clutch Gear Ratios: Specific gear ratios detailed within the manual. 📐 Dimensions Exterior Wheelbase: Approx. 2500 mm (98.4 inches) Length: Approx. 4135 mm (162.8 inches) Width: Approx. 1570 mm (61.8 inches) Height: Approx. 1410 mm (55.5 inches) Weights Curb Weight: Approx. 1030 kg (2270 lbs) for manual transmission models. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: Typically around 1400-1500 kg. 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Safety Standards: Designed to meet safety standards of its era; modern safety feature comparisons may not apply. Active Features Brakes: Front disc brakes, rear drum brakes. Passive Features Restraint System: Lap belts as standard, shoulder belts may have been optional or standard on later models. Body Structure: Reinforced safety cage construction typical of the period. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Audio...