🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Dacia Model: Duster Model Generation: First Generation (HS) Codes Chassis Code: HS 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Compact SUV / Crossover. Target Audience: Budget-conscious consumers seeking a practical, robust, and versatile vehicle for various conditions, including light off-roading. Also DIY mechanics and owners focused on maintaining their vehicles. Competitive Analysis Key Competitors: Likely competitors at the time included models like the Nissan Qashqai, Skoda Yeti, and similar compact SUVs from various manufacturers, though the Duster often positioned itself as a more affordable and rugged alternative. Key Features Vehicle Appeal: Affordability, spacious interior for its class, available four-wheel drive (4WD), robust and simple construction, good ground clearance. Manual Value Proposition Benefit To Owner: Enables owners to perform maintenance, repairs, and diagnostics themselves, saving money and empowering them to understand their vehicle's mechanics. Provides factory-level repair information. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Product Name: Dacia Duster 2009-2013 Workshop Repair Service Manual Download Applicable Years: 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 Page Count Estimated Page Count: Likely several hundred pages; exact count not specified but described as 'detailed file' and 'abundant illustrations'. Manual Type Manual Type: Workshop Repair Service Manual Language Language: English (implied by description and target market, though not explicitly stated) Format Digital Format: PDF (downloadable), potentially zipped (.zip, .rar) 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine: Engine servicing, disassembly, reassembly, removal, complete engine repair, engine firing order, timing chain repair, cooling system. Fuel System: Fuel system repair, lubrication systems, carb rebuild (if applicable to certain engine variants), carb adjustments. Electrical System: Electrical system, ignition, charging, starter, battery, switches, wiring diagrams, wire/cable/hose routing. Chassis: Chassis, wheels, brakes, steering, suspension, axles, chassis assembly, front suspension, U-joint repair procedures, CV joint repair procedures. Transmission: Gearbox, gearbox repair, gearbox removal/installation, transmission, clutch removal/installation. Exhaust: Exhaust system repair. Bodywork: Bodywork. Procedures Included Maintenance: Periodic maintenance, tune-up procedures, factory maintenance schedules, brake servicing procedures. Repair: All factory repair procedures, complete engine repair, fuel system repair, gearbox repair, suspension repair, exhaust repair, clutch repair, U-joint repair, CV joint repair, timing chain repair. Diagnostics: Troubleshooting, fault finding, fixing problems immediately. Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive; covers everything needed to repair, service, restore, maintain, rebuild, or diagnose. Suitable for professional technicians and DIY enthusiasts. Illustrations Visual Aid Level: Abundant illustrations, lots of images & diagrams, zoomable illustrations, detailed component explosions, exploded views. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Type: PDF File Size Potential: Up to 4000 MB (very large files possible). Print Quality Printability: Printable on any computer and any printer. Binding Type Binding: Not applicable (digital download). Paper Type Paper Quality: Not applicable (digital download). Software Compatibility PDF Reader: Compatible with all PDF readers. Unzipping Software: Requires WinZip or WinRAR for zipped files. Operating Systems: Compatible with Windows (97, 2000, Me, XP, Vista, 7, 10), Linux, and Mac. Delivery Method Delivery: Instant digital download; no shipping costs. ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Options: The Dacia Duster (first generation) typically offered a range of petrol and diesel engines. Common options included: 1.6L (K4M) petrol, 1.2L TCe (H5F) turbocharged petrol (later in the generation), and 1.5L dCi (K9K) diesel. Specific engine details for this manual's coverage are not provided in the product info but would be covered within the manual. Performance Horsepower Range: Ranges typically from 90 hp to 110 hp depending on engine and tuning (e.g., 1.6 16V 105hp, 1.5 dCi 90hp/107hp). Torque Range: Ranges typically from 130 Nm to 240 Nm depending on engine. The 1.5 dCi diesel offers particularly good low-end torque suitable for an SUV. Fuel System Fuel Injection: Typically multi-point fuel injection (MPI) for petrol engines and common rail direct injection (CRDI) for diesel engines. Timing Timing Mechanism: Timing chain for most petrol engines (e.g., K4M), timing belt for the 1.2 TCe. Diesel engines often use timing belts. 🔧 Transmission Standard Standard Transmission: 5-speed or 6-speed manual transmission. Optional Optional Transmission: Some markets and later models might have offered an automatic transmission, though less common for the initial generation, particularly in base trims. Features Drivetrain Options: Available in Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) and All-Wheel Drive (4WD). Fluid Specifications Manual Gearbox Oil: Manuals typically specify API GL-4 or GL-5 gear oil with specific viscosity grades like 75W-80 or 75W-90. Exact specifications should be verified in the manual. 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: Approximately 4,315 mm (169.9 in). Width: Approximately 1,822 mm (71.7 in) without mirrors. Height: Approximately 1,625 mm (64.0 in) without roof rails. Weights Curb Weight: Varies by engine and drivetrain, typically ranging from 1,250 kg to 1,450 kg. Gross Vehicle Weight: Typically around 1,800 kg to 2,000 kg. Cargo Luggage Capacity: Generous for its class, around 475 liters with rear seats up, expandable to over 1,600 liters with rear seats folded. 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Euro Ncap Rating: 3 Stars (for models tested around launch). Later updates may have improved this. Specific rating...