🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Peugeot Model: 505 Codes Production Years Covered: 1979-1993 👋 Introduction Market Position Target Audience: Peugeot 505 owners, independent repair shops, and automotive technicians requiring detailed service information. Competitive Analysis Manual Uniqueness: Specialized, year-specific manual, contrasting with generic or incomplete manuals found elsewhere. Key Features Diagnostic Tools Mentioned: Troubleshooting guides imply the use of standard automotive diagnostic tools. Illustrative Content: Contains step-by-step diagrams for enhanced clarity in repair procedures. Completeness Claim: Claims to cover everything needed to repair, maintain, or repair the vehicle. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Manual Coverage Scope: Comprehensive workshop service and repair for all aspects of the Peugeot 505 from 1979 to 1993. Page Count Estimated Page Count: Varies by specific content, but extensive, covering all major systems for 15 model years. Manual Type Manual Type: Workshop Service Repair Manual Language Language: English Format File Format: PDF 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine Systems: Engine removal/installation, cylinder head and valve procedures, cylinder and piston overhaul, crankcase, crankshaft and primary shaft, lubrication, fuel system, ignition system, electric starter, charging system, cooling system (implied). Drivetrain Systems: Clutch, gearshift linkage, sub-transmission, transmission overhaul, drivetrain component adjustments. Suspension Steering: Front wheel and suspension, rear wheel and suspension, steering system (implied). Braking Systems: Hydraulic brake system diagnosis and repair. Electrical Systems: Battery and charging system, ignition system, electric starter, switches, complete electrical diagrams. Body Chassis: Bodywork repair and alignment procedures (implied by general repair coverage). Procedures Included Maintenance Procedures: Regular maintenance, lubrication, fluid level checks and changes, inspection and adjustment of various components. Repair Procedures: Detailed step-by-step repair instructions for engine, transmission, suspension, brakes, electrical systems, and more. Diagnostic Procedures: Troubleshooting sections for identifying and resolving common vehicle issues. Electrical Diagrams: Inclusion of detailed electrical wiring diagrams for accurate troubleshooting and repair. Rebuild Procedures: Rebuilding of major components such as the engine. Technical Depth Depth Of Coverage: Expert-level, covering everything from basic maintenance to complete engine rebuilds and complex electrical system repairs. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Print Quality: High resolution, suitable for printing individual pages or the entire manual. Searchability: Likely text-searchable within PDF reader, enabling quick access to specific information. Compatibility: PC and Mac compatible. Interactivity: Zoom in/out functionality for detailed viewing of diagrams and text. Binding Type Delivery Method: Instant Digital Download via email link. Paper Type Viewing Options: Viewable on screen, printable by section or in full. ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Families Covered: Likely covers various petrol and diesel engines offered in the Peugeot 505 during the 1979-1993 period, including but not limited to the Douvrin PRV V6, XN, XL, XR, XD, and XU series engines. Performance Typical Engine Configurations: Inline-4 (petrol and diesel), V6 (petrol - PRV) cylinder configurations. Representative Displacement Ranges: 1.8L to 2.8L petrol, 2.0L to 2.3L diesel. Fuel System Fuel Delivery Types: Carbureted (e.g., Solex, Zenith) and Fuel Injection (e.g., Bosch K-Jetronic, L-Jetronic) systems. 🔧 Transmission Standard Standard Transmission Type: 4-speed and 5-speed manual transmissions. Optional Optional Transmission Type: 3-speed and 4-speed ZF automatic transmissions. Features Transmission Overhaul Coverage: Detailed procedures for transmission removal, installation, and internal overhaul. 📐 Dimensions Exterior Wheelbase Range: Approximately 2750 mm (108.3 inches), with slight variations for different body styles (sedan, wagon, estate). Length Range: Approximately 4680 mm (184.3 inches) to 4760 mm (187.4 inches). Weights Curb Weight Range: Approximately 1200 kg (2645 lbs) to 1450 kg (3197 lbs) depending on engine and specification. 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Historical Safety Standards: Reflects safety standards of the 1980s and early 1990s; specific crash test ratings may vary by region and year, but likely lacked modern advanced safety features. Active Features Typical Active Safety Features: Four-wheel disc brakes (on many models), power-assisted steering. Passive Features Typical Passive Safety Features: Seatbelts, reinforced chassis, side-impact protection beams (on later models). 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Factory Audio Systems: Basic AM/FM radios, often with cassette players, in higher trim levels. Features were rudimentary by modern standards. Driver Assistance Driver Assistance Features: Limited to features like power steering and anti-lock braking systems (ABS) on later or higher-specification models. No modern electronic driver aids were standard. Connectivity Connectivity Options: No factory connectivity options like Bluetooth or USB. Aftermarket solutions would be required. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval Typical: Typically every 5,000-7,500 miles (8,000-12,000 km) or annually, depending on engine and usage. Timing Belt Replacement Typical: For engines with timing belts (e.g., XU diesel, some petrol variants), intervals typically range from 40,000 to 60,000 miles (64,000 to 96,000 km). Fluid Specifications Engine Oil Specification Example: API SF or SG, SAE 10W-40 or 15W-50 (depending on climate). Diesel engines might require specific diesel-rated oils like API CD. Transmission Fluid Manual: API GL-4 gear oil, e.g., SAE 75W-90 or 80W-90. Transmission Fluid Automatic: Dexron II or equivalent automatic transmission fluid (ATF). Coolant Specification: Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze, typically a 50/50 mix with...