🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Fiat Model: Tempra Year: 1994 Codes Chassis Code: Type 159 👋 Introduction Market Position Target Audience: Professional Technicians and serious DIY enthusiasts. Competitive Analysis Value Proposition: Provides professional-level repair information at a fraction of the cost of physical manuals or professional services. Key Features Instruction Format: Numbered steps, detailed sub-steps, notes, cautions, and warnings. Illustration Emphasis: Numerous detailed illustrations, drawings, photos, and enlarged insets for clarity. Navigation: Numbered table of contents for quick information retrieval. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Primary Coverage: Full Service Repair Page Count Estimated Page Count: High (Detailed procedures and diagrams suggest several hundred pages) Manual Type Type: Service and Repair Manual Language Language: English Format File Format: PDF 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine Mechanical: Detailed overhaul, inspection, and repair procedures for all engine variants. Engine Management: Fuel injection systems, ignition systems, emissions control, and sensor diagnostics. Transmission Manual: Repair, adjustment, and overhaul of manual gearboxes. Transmission Automatic: Diagnosis, repair, and fluid service for automatic transmissions (if applicable to this year/model). Braking System: Front and rear brake system diagnosis, repair, replacement of pads/discs, hydraulic system service. Suspension Steering: Front and rear suspension components, steering system, wheel alignment. Electrical System: Comprehensive wiring diagrams, component location, troubleshooting for electrical faults. Body And Chassis: Body panel repair, rust prevention, structural components, interior trim. Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning: HVAC system diagnosis and repair. Procedures Included Routine Maintenance: Oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks, spark plug replacement, belt inspection/replacement. Diagnostic Troubleshooting: Detailed troubleshooting flowcharts and symptom-based diagnosis for various systems. Engine Rebuilding: Complete engine disassembly, inspection of internal components, and reassembly procedures. Brake Service: Brake pad and rotor replacement, caliper overhaul, brake fluid bleeding and replacement. Suspension Repair: Replacement of shock absorbers, struts, ball joints, control arms, and bushings. Electrical Component Replacement: Starter motor, alternator, battery, lighting, sensors, and ECU replacement. Wiring Diagram Interpretation: Detailed guidance on reading and utilizing complex wiring schematics. Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive, covering everything from basic maintenance to complete rebuilds and advanced diagnostics. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Printability: Full Printable Print Quality Resolution: High (designed for clear reproduction of text and images) Binding Type Delivery Method: Instant Download Paper Type Physical Format Equivalent: Comparable to a professionally printed workshop manual ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Options: Likely includes 1.4L, 1.6L, 1.8L, and potentially 2.0L naturally aspirated gasoline engines. Diesel variants may also be covered (e.g., 1.7L TD). Performance Power Output Range: Varies by engine, typically from 70 HP to 115 HP for gasoline engines. Torque Output Range: Varies by engine, typically from 110 Nm to 170 Nm for gasoline engines. Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) for most gasoline variants. Technical Details Engine Design: Inline-four cylinder, front-wheel drive. Cylinder Head: Likely SOHC (Single Overhead Camshaft) or DOHC (Double Overhead Camshaft) depending on the engine size and variant. 🔧 Transmission Standard Type: 5-speed Manual Transmission (common). Optional Type: 4-speed Automatic Transmission (likely available on certain engine variants). Features Clutch Type: Dry single plate, hydraulically actuated. 📐 Dimensions Exterior Body Styles: 4-door Sedan and 5-door Station Wagon (Estate). Weights Curb Weight: Approximately 1050 kg to 1250 kg depending on body style and engine. 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Crash Test Performance: Information not readily available for specific 1994 models in standardized formats like Euro NCAP or NHTSA. Based on era, likely modest. Active Features Braking Assistance: ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) likely an option on higher trims. Passive Features Airbags: Driver's airbag likely optional or standard on higher trims. Passenger airbag less common for this era. Seatbelts: Pre-tensioning front seatbelts on some models. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Audio System: Basic radio/cassette player as standard, potentially with optional CD player or upgraded speakers. Driver Assistance Cruise Control: Likely an optional feature on higher trim levels or later production models. Connectivity Diagnostic Interface: Obd-I or proprietary Fiat diagnostic connectors, requiring specific tools for advanced diagnostics. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change: Typically 10,000-15,000 km or 6-12 months, depending on oil type and driving conditions. Manual will specify exact intervals. Timing Belt Replacement: Crucial. Typically 60,000-80,000 km or 4-5 years. Failure can cause catastrophic engine damage. Fluid Specifications Engine Oil: Refer to manual. Likely 10W-40 or 5W-40, API SF/SG specification. Capacity around 3.5-4.5 liters. Coolant: Ethylene glycol based antifreeze. Capacity around 6-7 liters. Manual specifies type and mixture. Brake Fluid: DOT 3 or DOT 4. Manual will specify exact type. Transmission Fluid Manual: Manual gearbox oil, e.g., GL-4 SAE 75W-90 or similar. Capacity around 2.0-2.5 liters. Known Issues Electrical Gremlins: Common in older Fiats, particularly earth grounding points and wiring harness degradation. Rust: Susceptible to rust in common areas like wheel arches, sills, and around windows, especially in certain climates. Suspension Wear: Bushes, ball joints, and shock absorbers can wear over time, leading to knocking noises and poor handling. Cooling System: Radiator, hoses,...
Detailed troubleshooting flowcharts and symptom-based diagnosis for various systems.
Engine Rebuilding:
Complete engine disassembly, inspection of internal components, and reassembly procedures.
Brake Service:
Brake pad and rotor replacement, caliper overhaul, brake fluid bleeding and replacement.
Suspension Repair:
Replacement of shock absorbers, struts, ball joints, control arms, and bushings.
Electrical Component Replacement:
Starter motor, alternator, battery, lighting, sensors, and ECU replacement.
Wiring Diagram Interpretation:
Detailed guidance on reading and utilizing complex wiring schematics.
Technical Depth
Depth:
Comprehensive, covering everything from basic maintenance to complete rebuilds and advanced diagnostics.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
Printability:
Full Printable
Print Quality
Resolution:
High (designed for clear reproduction of text and images)
Binding Type
Delivery Method:
Instant Download
Paper Type
Physical Format Equivalent:
Comparable to a professionally printed workshop manual
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Options:
Likely includes 1.4L, 1.6L, 1.8L, and potentially 2.0L naturally aspirated gasoline engines. Diesel variants may also be covered (e.g., 1.7L TD).
Performance
Power Output Range:
Varies by engine, typically from 70 HP to 115 HP for gasoline engines.
Torque Output Range:
Varies by engine, typically from 110 Nm to 170 Nm for gasoline engines.
Fuel System
Fuel Delivery:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) for most gasoline variants.
Technical Details
Engine Design:
Inline-four cylinder, front-wheel drive.
Cylinder Head:
Likely SOHC (Single Overhead Camshaft) or DOHC (Double Overhead Camshaft) depending on the engine size and variant.
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Type:
5-speed Manual Transmission (common).
Optional
Type:
4-speed Automatic Transmission (likely available on certain engine variants).
Features
Clutch Type:
Dry single plate, hydraulically actuated.
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Body Styles:
4-door Sedan and 5-door Station Wagon (Estate).
Weights
Curb Weight:
Approximately 1050 kg to 1250 kg depending on body style and engine.
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
Crash Test Performance:
Information not readily available for specific 1994 models in standardized formats like Euro NCAP or NHTSA. Based on era, likely modest.
Active Features
Braking Assistance:
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) likely an option on higher trims.
Passive Features
Airbags:
Driver's airbag likely optional or standard on higher trims. Passenger airbag less common for this era.
Seatbelts:
Pre-tensioning front seatbelts on some models.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio System:
Basic radio/cassette player as standard, potentially with optional CD player or upgraded speakers.
Driver Assistance
Cruise Control:
Likely an optional feature on higher trim levels or later production models.
Connectivity
Diagnostic Interface:
Obd-I or proprietary Fiat diagnostic connectors, requiring specific tools for advanced diagnostics.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change:
Typically 10,000-15,000 km or 6-12 months, depending on oil type and driving conditions. Manual will specify exact intervals.
Timing Belt Replacement:
Crucial. Typically 60,000-80,000 km or 4-5 years. Failure can cause catastrophic engine damage.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil:
Refer to manual. Likely 10W-40 or 5W-40, API SF/SG specification. Capacity around 3.5-4.5 liters.
Coolant:
Ethylene glycol based antifreeze. Capacity around 6-7 liters. Manual specifies type and mixture.
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3 or DOT 4. Manual will specify exact type.
Transmission Fluid Manual:
Manual gearbox oil, e.g., GL-4 SAE 75W-90 or similar. Capacity around 2.0-2.5 liters.
Known Issues
Electrical Gremlins:
Common in older Fiats, particularly earth grounding points and wiring harness degradation.
Rust:
Susceptible to rust in common areas like wheel arches, sills, and around windows, especially in certain climates.
Suspension Wear:
Bushes, ball joints, and shock absorbers can wear over time, leading to knocking noises and poor handling.
Cooling System:
Radiator, hoses, and water pump can degrade, leading to overheating if not maintained.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Manufacturer Origin:
Italy
Model Evolution
Development Context:
The Tempra was designed to replace the Fiat Regata and was positioned as a larger, more modern family car. It shared its platform with the Fiat Tipo and Lancia Dedra.
Production
Production Years:
1990-1996
Manufacturing Locations:
Primarily Italy, but also produced under license in other countries like Turkey and China.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
European Market Performance:
The Tempra was a popular family car in Europe during its production run, known for its practicality and value for money.
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