🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Austin Model: Metro Year: 1983 Market Segment: Supermini / Subcompact Body Styles Covered: 3-door hatchback Codes Chassis Codes: XM21 👋 Introduction Market Position Positioning: Designed for the DIY enthusiast and professional mechanic seeking comprehensive repair information for the 1983 Austin Metro. Competitive Analysis Advantage: Offers identical information to factory manuals used by authorized service centers, enabling cost savings on repairs. Key Features Feature 1: Includes hundreds of pages of detailed diagrams and specific repair information. Feature 2: Provides step-by-step instructions with numbered steps and clear illustrations. Feature 3: Combines troubleshooting and electrical service procedures with wiring diagrams. Feature 4: Offers detailed substeps, notes, cautions, and warnings for critical information. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Engine Variants Covered: All Transmission Types Covered: All Trim Levels Covered: All Regions Covered: Global (as applicable to 1983 Austin Metro) Page Count Estimated Pages: Hundreds (as described in product info) Manual Type Type: Workshop Repair Service Manual Language Language: English Format Format: PDF Download 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine Service Repair: Detailed overhaul, diagnosis, and repair procedures for all engine variants. Transmission Service Repair: In-depth coverage of manual and any automatic transmission variants, including clutch, gearbox, and final drive. Brake System: Diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of hydraulic and mechanical braking components (e.g., calipers, master cylinder, rear drums). Wiring Diagram: Comprehensive electrical schematics for all vehicle systems. Electrical System: Troubleshooting and repair of all electrical circuits, components, lighting, ignition, and starting systems. Suspension: Repair and adjustment of front and rear suspension components, including struts, springs, and bushings. Steering: Service and repair of the steering rack, column, and linkages. Cooling System: Maintenance and repair of the radiator, water pump, thermostat, and associated hoses. Fuel Injection Fuel System: Coverage of carburettor or early fuel injection systems, fuel pump, lines, and tank. Emission System: Information on emission control devices and associated adjustments. Heater Air Conditional: Service and repair of the heating system and ventilation components. Engine Control System: Details on ignition timing, carburettor settings, or early electronic control units. Chassis Body: Body repair, structural components, doors, windows, and trim. Restraint System: Information on seat belts and their anchoring points. Interior: Details on interior trim, dashboard removal, and components. Differential Drive: Service and repair of the gearbox and final drive assembly. Axle: Information on front wheel hub and drive shafts. Procedures Included General Maintenance: Scheduled checks, fluid level adjustments, filter replacements. Troubleshooting: Diagnostic procedures for common and complex faults, including electrical issues. Periodic Lubrication: Specific lubrication points and recommended service intervals. Disassembly Assembly: Step-by-step guides for removing and refitting all major components. Cleaning Reinstalling: Procedures for cleaning parts during overhaul and correct reinstallation methods. Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive, covering from basic maintenance to complete engine and gearbox rebuilds. Diagnostic Capability: Advanced diagnostic information for identifying and resolving mechanical and electrical faults. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Format: PDF Accessibility: Instant Download Print Quality Printability: Full Printable Zoom Capability: Yes (Zoom IN/OUT) Binding Type Binding: Digital (PDF) Paper Type Paper Type Analogous: N/A (Digital Format) Software Requirements PDF Reader: Adobe PDF Reader Unzipping Software: WinZip (or similar) Compatibility Operating Systems: All Versions of Windows & Mac ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Type 1: A-Series Inline-4 (8-valve OHV) Displacement Cc 1: 998cc (1.0 Litre) Bore X Stroke Mm 1: 64.5mm x 76.2mm Compression Ratio 1: Approx. 8.5:1 Horsepower Ps 1: ~40-45 PS (29-33 kW) at ~5500 rpm Torque Lb-Ft 1: ~50-55 lb-ft (68-75 Nm) at ~3000-3500 rpm Fuel System 1: Single SU HS4 Carburettor or Lucas/Girling Fuel Injection (specific variants) Alternative Engine Engine Type 2: A-Series Inline-4 (8-valve OHV) Displacement Cc 2: 1275cc (1.3 Litre) Bore X Stroke Mm 2: 70.6mm x 81.3mm Compression Ratio 2: Approx. 8.5:1 Horsepower Ps 2: ~60-65 PS (44-48 kW) at ~5600 rpm Torque Lb-Ft 2: ~70-75 lb-ft (95-102 Nm) at ~3700 rpm Fuel System 2: Twin SU HS2 Carburettors or Single SU HS4/Zenith Carburettor (depending on trim) 🔧 Transmission Standard Type: 4-speed Manual Transaxle Optional Type: 3-speed Automatic (Less common) Features Gear Ratios: Detailed in manual, specific to engine and transmission type. Clutch Type: Single dry plate, hydraulically actuated. 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length Mm: ~3470 mm (136.6 in) Width Mm: ~1590 mm (62.6 in) Height Mm: ~1370 mm (53.9 in) Weights Kerb Weight Kg: ~700 - 800 kg (1540 - 1760 lbs), depending on engine and specification 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Historical Context: Safety standards and testing protocols were less stringent in 1983 compared to modern vehicles; specific official ratings are unlikely. Active Features Features: Disc front brakes, Drum rear brakes. Passive Features Features: Lap and diagonal seat belts (front), Lap belts (rear, typically). 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Features: Basic analogue radio (optional), heater and fan controls. Driver Assistance Features: None (vehicle is from an era before widespread driver assistance systems). Connectivity Features: N/A (No factory provision for external...