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Introduction
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Market Position
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Vehicle Segment:
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Large MPV (Multi-Purpose Vehicle) / Minivan
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Competitive Analysis
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Key Competitors:
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Renault Espace, Citroën C8, Peugeot 807, Lancia Phedra, Ford Galaxy, Volkswagen Sharan.
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Key Features
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Upholstery Options:
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Cloth, Alcantara, Leather (depending on trim level)
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Seating Configuration:
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Configurable seating for up to 7 or 8 passengers, with removable or slideable rear seats.
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Doors:
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Standard front doors and rear sliding doors for easy access.
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Body Style:
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Five-door MPV
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Manual Coverage
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Systems Covered
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Powertrain:
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Engine mechanical, fuel system, ignition system, exhaust system, emission control systems, cooling system, lubrication system, turbocharging (where applicable), engine management systems.
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Transmission And Drivetrain:
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Manual transmission, automatic transmission, clutch, driveshafts, differentials, axle shafts.
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Suspension And Steering:
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Front suspension, rear suspension, steering gear, power steering system, wheel alignment.
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Brakes:
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Front brakes, rear brakes, parking brake, hydraulic system, ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), ESP (Electronic Stability Program).
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Electrical And Electronics:
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Battery, charging system, starting system, lighting system, instruments, wipers and washers, horns, comfort and convenience systems, infotainment system, Body Control Module (BCM), Engine Control Module (ECM) diagnostics.
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Body And Chassis:
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Body structure, exterior trim, interior trim, doors, windows, seats, HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) system.
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Procedures Included
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Maintenance:
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Scheduled maintenance, oil changes, filter replacements, fluid level checks and top-offs, spark plug replacement, timing belt/chain inspection/replacement.
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Troubleshooting:
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Diagnostic procedures for common malfunctions, symptom-based troubleshooting guides, wiring diagrams, error code interpretation.
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Repair And Overhaul:
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Engine disassembly and reassembly, transmission overhaul, brake caliper replacement, suspension component replacement, electrical component repair.
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Diagnostics:
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OBD-II diagnostics, specific diagnostic routines for various control modules, sensor testing, actuator testing.
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Technical Depth
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Depth:
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Comprehensive from basic maintenance to complete engine and transmission overhauls, including electrical system diagnostics and bodywork repairs.
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Engine Specifications
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Primary Engine
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Engine Option 1:
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1.8 16V (1830 cc) Twinport
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Engine Option 1 Power:
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116 PS (85 kW) @ 6000 rpm
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Engine Option 1 Torque:
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170 Nm (125 lb-ft) @ 3500 rpm
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Engine Option 2:
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2.0 16V (1997 cc) ECO
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Engine Option 2 Power:
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136 PS (100 kW) @ 6000 rpm
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Engine Option 2 Torque:
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190 Nm (140 lb-ft) @ 4000 rpm
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Engine Option 3:
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3.0 V6 24V (2946 cc) Hugo
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Engine Option 3 Power:
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204 PS (150 kW) @ 6300 rpm
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Engine Option 3 Torque:
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285 Nm (210 lb-ft) @ 4200 rpm
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Engine Option 4:
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2.0 JTD (1997 cc) Diesel
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Engine Option 4 Power:
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136 PS (100 kW) @ 4000 rpm
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Engine Option 4 Torque:
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314 Nm (231 lb-ft) @ 2000 rpm
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Engine Option 5:
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2.2 JTD (2179 cc) Diesel
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Engine Option 5 Power:
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170 PS (125 kW) @ 4000 rpm
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Engine Option 5 Torque:
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370 Nm (273 lb-ft) @ 1500 rpm
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Fuel System
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Petrol Engines:
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Multi-point fuel injection (MPI)
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Diesel Engines:
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Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDI)
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Performance
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Emissions Standard:
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Euro 4
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Safety Features
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Ratings
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Euro Ncap Rating:
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5 Stars (for the 2nd generation model)
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Active Features
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ABS:
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Standard Anti-lock Braking System
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Esp:
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Optional Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with traction control
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Ebs:
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Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
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Brake Assist:
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Brake Assist System (BAS)
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Passive Features
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Airbags:
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Front airbags (driver and passenger), side airbags, curtain airbags.
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Seatbelts:
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Three-point seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters for all seating positions.
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Child Seat Anchors:
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ISOFIX mounting points for child safety seats.
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Maintenance
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Service Intervals
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Oil Change Interval Petrol:
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Every 15,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first (synthetic oil).
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Oil Change Interval Diesel:
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Every 20,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first (synthetic oil).
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Timing Belt Replacement:
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Every 90,000 km or 5 years (for petrol engines with timing belts), check manual for specific engine. Diesel engines often use timing chains or have different belt intervals.
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Fluid Specifications
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Engine Oil Petrol:
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API SN/SM/SL, ACEA A3/B4, SAE 5W-40 or 5W-30 (refer to manual for specific engine and climate recommendations).
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Engine Oil Diesel:
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API CF/CF-4/CG-4, ACEA B4/B3, SAE 5W-40 or 5W-30 (refer to manual for specific engine and climate recommendations).
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Coolant:
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Paraflu UP (blue) or equivalent G12/G12+ antifreeze concentrate mixed with distilled water (50/50 ratio).
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Brake Fluid:
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DOT 4
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Transmission Fluid Manual:
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GL-4 SAE 75W-80 or 75W-90 (check manual for specific type).
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Transmission Fluid Automatic:
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ATF Dexron III or equivalent (refer to manual for specific type).
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Known Issues
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Common Faults Petrol:
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Ignition coil failure, lambda sensor issues, occasional oil consumption on higher mileage engines.
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Common Faults Diesel:
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Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) regeneration issues, EGR valve problems, glow plug failures, injector issues, turbocharger wear.
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Electrical Issues:
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Window regulator failures, central locking problems, dashboard warning light anomalies, CAN bus communication errors.
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Suspension And Steering Wear:
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Wear in front suspension bushes, ball joints, and tie rod ends, power steering pump noise or leaks.
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HVAC System:
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Climate control module malfunctions, blower motor resistor failures, refrigerant leaks.
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