🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Renault Model: R18 / Fuego Codes Model Codes: R18: 120, 121, 122, 130, 132, 134, 135, 136, 138, 139; Fuego: 136, 137, 139 👋 Introduction Market Position Positioning: Direct replacement for OEM service information, providing dealership-level diagnostic and repair capabilities for R18 and Fuego owners and independent workshops. Competitive Analysis Advantage: Vehicle-specific, comprehensive coverage for the entire production run (1979-1985), including all models and engines, offering superior detail compared to generic repair guides. Key Features Features: Step-by-step instructions, hundreds of illustrations, wiring schematics, torque specifications, diagnostic charts, and factory maintenance schedules in a convenient digital format. User Friendliness: Easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions suitable for any skill level, facilitating DIY repairs and saving money. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Manual Type: Complete Service & Repair Manual Language: English Format: PDF Page Count Page Count Estimated: High (exact number not specified, but extensive coverage implied) Manual Type Manual Content: Vehicle-specific, designed for maintenance, servicing, diagnosis, and repair, mirroring dealership technician manuals. 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine: Overhaul, rebuilding, performance, troubleshooting, firing orders, serpentine belt routings, timing belt service procedures Brakes: Servicing procedures, complete torque specifications, troubleshooting Electrical: Wiring diagrams, computer diagnostic trouble tree charts, computer diagnostic codes, vacuum diagrams Chassis: Suspension, front end alignment procedures and specifications, U-joint and CV-joint service procedures Body: Sunroof servicing Driving Concerns: Addresses driving concerns and provides troubleshooting steps for common drivability issues. Trouble Codes: Covers various trouble codes and diagnostic procedures, including computer diagnostic codes and trouble trees. Procedures Included Maintenance: Factory maintenance schedules and charts, fluid capacities, detailed specifications on every model covered Repair: Complete repair procedures for all covered systems, engine rebuilding, transmission removal and installation Diagnostics: Troubleshooting and diagnostics, computer diagnostic codes, trouble codes, diagnostic trouble tree charts Engine Performance Tuning: Covers engine performance adjustments and diagnostics to ensure optimal running conditions. Air Conditioning: Includes service procedures and refrigerant/oil capacity specifications for the air conditioning system. Timing Belt Replacement: Detailed step-by-step procedures and specifications for timing belt replacement, a critical maintenance item. Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive, factory-level detail suitable for dealership technicians and advanced DIYers. Covers everything from basic maintenance to full engine overhauls and complex diagnostics. Illustrations And Diagrams: Includes hundreds of illustrations, wiring schematics, and vacuum diagrams for clarity in repair and maintenance tasks. Torque Specifications: Provides complete torque specifications for critical fasteners across all systems, essential for proper assembly and preventing damage. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Requirements: Adobe PDF Reader & WinZip Zoom Capability: Yes (Zoom in/out) Compatibility: All Versions of Windows & Mac (including Vista 32/64, XP, ME, 98, NT, 2000) Downloadability: Yes, instant download available upon payment completion. Searchability: Likely searchable within PDF reader depending on OCR quality of the source document. Print Quality Printability: All pages are printable Binding Type Binding Type: Digital Download (PDF), no physical binding Paper Type Paper Type: N/A (Digital) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Variants: Covers all engines for R18 and Fuego models (1979-1985). Specific variants include 1.4L, 1.6L, 1.7L, 1.8L, 2.0L, and 2.1L turbodiesel. (Exact specifications per engine to be found within the manual). Performance Performance Metrics: Manual provides specifications for engine performance tuning, troubleshooting, and diagnostics, enabling users to achieve optimal operation. Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Covers fuel injection and carburetion systems relevant to the engine variants of the R18 and Fuego during the 1979-1985 period. Engine Overhaul Overhaul Procedures: Comprehensive instructions for engine overhaul and rebuilding, including component specifications and assembly sequences. 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Types: Manual and automatic transmissions used in R18 and Fuego models. (Specific gear ratios and configurations detailed within the manual). Optional Transmission Features: Includes procedures for removal, installation, and in-car servicing of transmissions. 📐 Dimensions Exterior Body Styles: R18: Sedan, Station Wagon; Fuego: Coupe. (Specific dimensions and curb weights for each body style and trim are detailed in the manual). Interior Interior Features: Manual covers interior component servicing, including sunroof mechanisms. (Detailed interior specifications are found within the manual). Weights Curb Weight: Varies by model, engine, and body style. (Specific curb weights and load capacities are detailed in the manual's specifications section). 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Safety Features: While specific crash ratings for this era might be limited, the manual details safety-critical systems like brakes, steering, and suspension, enabling proper maintenance for safe operation. Active Features Active Safety: Brake system service and specifications, suspension geometry and alignment procedures are crucial for active safety. Passive Features Passive Safety: The manual covers body integrity and component mounting related to passive safety, although specific passive safety systems like airbags were not prevalent in these models. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Infotainment Systems: The manual would cover the maintenance and repair of basic factory radio systems and speaker installations of the era. Driver Assistance Driver Assistance Features: Features such as power steering, while not modern driver assistance, will have detailed servicing...