This comprehensive Datsun 1300 Saloon 1969 Factory Service Repair Manual is your ultimate guide to maintaining and repairing your classic car. It's packed with detailed information, illustrations, and specifications, providing everything you need to handle any service or repair task. This genuine factory manual delves into every aspect of your Datsun 1300 Saloon, giving you the same information that professional technicians use. It covers general maintenance, troubleshooting, engine service and repair, transmission service and repair, brake system, wiring diagrams, electrical system, suspension, periodic lubrication, steering, cooling system, fuel injection/fuel system, emission system, heater/air conditioning, engine control system, chassis/body, restraint system, interior, differential/drive, and axle. With clear, step-by-step instructions and comprehensive illustrations, you'll be able to confidently diagnose and resolve any issue. This manual is an invaluable resource for any serious Datsun 1300 Saloon owner. You'll gain the knowledge to perform all your own servicing, saving you money on shop labor costs.

The Datsun 1300 Saloon, produced from 1966 to 1971, was a compact four-door sedan that served as a vital stepping stone in the Japanese automaker's global expansion. Following the success of the smaller Datsun 1000, the 1300 aimed at a larger market segment, offering a more spacious and powerful driving experience. Though retaining the distinctive Datsun design language of the era, characterized by a slightly boxy shape and a front grille with horizontally oriented chrome bars, the 1300 introduced a larger, 1.3-liter four-cylinder engine, offering improved performance. This engine, mated to a four-speed manual gearbox, provided a balance of power and fuel efficiency, making it attractive to budget-conscious drivers. Despite its relatively modest power output, the Datsun 1300 Saloon proved to be a reliable and durable car. Its simple, robust construction and easy-to-maintain mechanicals made it popular among owners, with the car quickly gaining a reputation for its low running costs. The 1300's success helped to pave the way for the subsequent arrival of larger and more sophisticated Datsun models, eventually leading to the establishment of the Nissan brand. The 1300 Saloon, with its understated elegance and practical design, remains an important part of Datsun's legacy, representing a pivotal period in the company's history and marking its transition from a domestic player to a global automotive powerhouse.