The 1983 Datsun 280ZX Workshop Service Repair Manual is your comprehensive guide to maintaining and repairing your vehicle. This manual covers all models and engine variations for the 1983 year and is designed to be just as detailed as the manuals used by professional mechanics. It includes detailed instructions, diagrams, and pictures for all repairs, both mechanical and electrical. You'll find information on routine maintenance, tune-up procedures, specifications, engine removal and installation, cylinder head and valve train, engine block, engine lubrication, intake manifold and exhaust system, cooling and heating, fuel and emissions, transaxle, clutch, manual transmission, automatic transmission, differential, driveshaft, steering, suspension, brakes (including ABS), body, heater and air conditioning, automatic climate control, electrical (including SRS), supplemental restraint system (SRS), engine repair, air conditioning, exhaust, emissions control, ignition, steering, wiring diagrams, valve timing procedures, chain and gear replacement, general removal and installation instructions, safety precautions, special tools, tensioner adjustments, tightening torques, timing marks, valve timing instructions, tensioner release and reset methods, chain routing and sprocket/gear valve timing marks, and much more. This manual is your key to understanding your vehicle, performing your own repairs, and saving money on professional service costs.

The 1983 Datsun 280ZX is a classic Japanese sports car that marked a significant evolution in the iconic 280Z line. The second generation of the 280ZX, which was produced from 1979 to 1983, featured a more aerodynamic and refined design compared to its predecessor. The 280ZX boasted a sleek, wedge-shaped body with pop-up headlights and a distinctive fastback profile. The interior was equally luxurious, offering comfortable leather seats, a digital instrument panel, and a range of amenities that were uncommon in sports cars at the time.

Under the hood, the 1983 280ZX was powered by a 2.8-liter inline-six engine, producing 145 horsepower, which was a modest increase over the previous model. The engine was mated to either a four-speed automatic or a five-speed manual transmission. The 280ZX's handling and performance were highly praised, with its precise steering, responsive suspension, and balanced weight distribution contributing to its agility and cornering ability. The 280ZX also featured a number of innovative technologies for its time, including a sophisticated fuel injection system and a digital dashboard. Despite its enduring popularity, the 280ZX was ultimately replaced in 1984 by the 300ZX, a model that would continue the legacy of the 280Z with a more powerful engine and a further refined design.