🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Austin MG Model: Sprite / Midget Year: 1965 👋 Introduction Market Position Target Audience: Owner seeking to perform maintenance and repairs, aspiring DIY mechanics, classic car restorers. Competitive Analysis Authenticity: Actual genuine factory service manual, not a third-party reproduction. Key Features Cost Savings: Enables owners to save significantly on shop labor costs. Comprehensiveness: Covers all aspects of repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Ease Of Use: User-friendly for those not highly skilled with computers, with clear navigation and printing options. 📋 Manual Details Coverage All Styles Covered: True Manual Type: Factory Service Repair Manual Format File Format: PDF Language: English Printability: Printable without restriction 📖 Manual Coverage Systems General Maintenance: Comprehensive coverage of routine maintenance tasks and schedules. Troubleshooting: Detailed guide for diagnosing and resolving common and uncommon issues. Engine Service Repair: In-depth procedures for engine disassembly, assembly, rebuilding, and repair. Transmission Service Repair: Coverage of transmission removal, installation, internal repair, and adjustments. Brake System: Detailed information on hydraulic systems, drum/disc brakes, and related components. Wiring Diagram: Complete electrical wiring diagrams for easy tracing and diagnostics. Electrical System: Diagnosis and repair of starter, alternator, ignition, lighting, and accessory systems. Suspension: Information on front and rear suspension components, alignment, and repair. Periodic Lubrication: Recommended lubrication points, types of lubricants, and service intervals. Steering: Procedures for steering box, linkage, and column maintenance and repair. Cooling System: Details on radiator, water pump, thermostat, and cooling fan servicing. Fuel System: Coverage of carburetors, fuel pumps, fuel lines, and filters. Emission System: Information on emission control components and their servicing. Heater Air Conditioning: Maintenance and repair of heating system components. Engine Control System: Details related to engine management and ignition timing. Chassis Body: Procedures for bodywork, chassis alignment, and structural repairs. Restraint System: Information on seat belts and related hardware. Interior: Guidance on interior trim, dashboard, and seating maintenance. Differential Drive: Service and repair of the rear axle and differential unit. Axle: Details on front and rear axle components and service. Fuel Injection: While unlikely for 1965 models, if any variants existed, the manual would cover it. Typically carbureted. Procedures Step By Step Instructions: Numbered instructions guiding through each repair procedure. Detailed Substeps: Expansion on repair procedures with finer detail. Notes Cautions Warnings: Critical information highlighted throughout chapters. Illustrations Diagrams Photos: Extensive visual aids to guide repair processes. Advanced Troubleshooting Guide: Specific guide for diagnosing and resolving complex problems. Technical Depth Rebuild Refurbish Restore: Covers all aspects needed for complete vehicle restoration. Diagnostic Repair Procedures: Detailed coverage matching professional technician information. Engine Rebuild Specifications: Includes critical engine specifications such as bearing clearances, piston ring gaps, valve seating depths, and torque values. 📊 Manual Specifications File Properties Searchable Text: True Adobe PDF Reader Requirement: True Disk Storage And Cd Burning: Can be saved to hard drive and burned to CD-ROM. Print Properties Page Printing Flexibility: Print entire manual or specific pages as needed. Binding Type Digital Format: Downloadable PDF, allowing for on-demand printing or digital viewing. ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Type: Inline-4 cylinder OHV Performance Displacement: 1098 cc (for early models, 1965 may refer to 1098cc or 1275cc depending on exact chassis designation - 1098cc is highly probable for '65 Midget, Sprite Mk3) Bore X Stroke: Approx. 73.0 mm x 64.5 mm (for 1098cc) Compression Ratio: Typically around 8.3:1 to 9.0:1 Horsepower: Approx. 55-59 bhp at 6000 rpm (for 1098cc) Torque: Approx. 65-68 lb-ft at 3000 rpm (for 1098cc) Fuel System Carburetor: Typically twin SU HS2 carburetors. 🔧 Transmission Standard Type: Four-speed manual transmission. Features Gear Ratios: Specific ratios are detailed within the manual for optimal performance and diagnostics. 📐 Dimensions Exterior Wheelbase: Approx. 82 inches (2083 mm) Length: Approx. 142 inches (3607 mm) Width: Approx. 51.5 inches (1308 mm) Height: Approx. 49 inches (1245 mm) at the scuttle Weights Curb Weight: Approx. 1550-1600 lbs (703-726 kg) 🛡️ Safety Features Passive Features Seat Belts: Standard seat belts for front occupants (often optional or basic in 1965). Body Construction: Body-on-chassis construction with reinforced sills. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Audio System: Basic radio (optional), often single speaker. Gauges: Speedometer, tachometer, oil pressure, fuel level, ammeter. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change: Typically every 3,000 miles or 6 months. Tune Up: Recommended annually or every 6,000 miles, including ignition timing, spark plugs, and carburetor adjustment. Fluid Specifications Engine Oil: SAE 20W-50 (or 20W-40 depending on climate) API SE/CD rated oil. Coolant: 50/50 mixture of antifreeze and distilled water. Brake Fluid: DOT 3 or DOT 4 non-silicone brake fluid. Transmission Fluid: GL-4 Hypoid gear oil, SAE 90 or 80W-90. Differential Fluid: API GL-5 Hypoid gear oil, SAE 90. Known Issues Oil Leaks: Common due to age and material degradation of seals and gaskets. Rust Corrosion: Prone to rust in common areas like sills, wheel arches, and floor pans. Carburetor Tuning: Requires regular adjustment for optimal...