This comprehensive Austin Metro Service Repair Workshop Manual covers all models from 1980 to 1990, offering detailed instructions for maintenance and repair procedures. It's a valuable resource for both experienced mechanics and car owners seeking to perform their own repairs, providing step-by-step guidance, clear illustrations, wiring schematics, and essential specifications. The manual covers a wide range of topics, including general information about the vehicle, engine mechanics, engine electrical systems, emission control, fuel systems, clutch systems, manual and automatic transaxle systems, driveshafts and axles, suspension systems, steering systems, restraint systems, brake systems, body (interior and exterior), body electrical systems, and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. With its detailed instructions and visual aids, this manual empowers you to diagnose and troubleshoot issues, ensuring safe and effective repairs. This manual provides the same information used by authorized dealer service departments, enabling individuals to confidently maintain and repair their Austin Metro.

The Austin Metro, produced from 1980 to 1990, was a small car developed by British Leyland (BL) as a replacement for the aging Austin Mini. It was initially marketed under the Austin and later the Rover brand, ultimately becoming a popular and successful model for BL. Designed by Roy Haynes, the Metro was innovative for its time, featuring a front-wheel drive layout, a transverse engine, and a unibody construction. It was available in a variety of body styles, including a hatchback, a saloon (sedan), and a van. The Metro's success can be attributed to its affordability, practicality, and fuel efficiency. It was particularly popular with young drivers and families looking for a compact and economical car. The Metro was also appreciated for its handling and ride quality, which were surprisingly good for a such a small car. Despite its success, the Metro faced challenges in the late 1980s, including increased competition from Japanese and other European manufacturers. BL's financial troubles also contributed to the Metro's decline. By 1990, the Metro was discontinued, replaced by the Rover 100 series. However, its legacy lives on, with the Metro remembered as a significant model in the history of British car manufacturing. Its compact dimensions, innovative design, and affordability paved the way for the future of small cars in the UK and beyond.