FSO Polonez 1300 1500 Service Repair Workshop Manual
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🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: FSO Model: Polonez Sub Model: 1300, 1500 Codes Chassis Code: FSO 125P based platform Engine Codes: 1.3L OHV (1300), 1.5L OHV (1500) 👋 Introduction Market Position Market Position: The FSO Polonez was a Polish passenger car produced by FSO. It was a derivative of the Fiat 125p, featuring a more modern body shell. It aimed to offer a robust and relatively affordable vehicle for the Polish market and export. Target Audience: FSO Polonez owners, mechanics specializing in Eastern Bloc vehicles, automotive restoration enthusiasts. Competitive Analysis Competitive Analysis: Competed with other Eastern Bloc vehicles of its era and some Western European compact sedans. Known for its ruggedness and simplicity, though often outpaced by Western European counterparts in refinement and performance. Key Features Key Features: Rear-wheel drive, robust construction, comfortable ride for its class, spacious interior. The 1300 and 1500 models represent common engine displacements offered. Manual Value Proposition Manual Value Proposition: Provides comprehensive, factory-level repair information for the FSO Polonez 1300 and 1500, enabling owners and technicians to perform maintenance, repairs, and diagnostics with accuracy and efficiency. The digital format offers accessibility and lifetime usability. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Coverage Areas: Engine, Transmission, Drivetrain, Suspension, Steering, Brakes, Electrical System, Fuel System, Cooling System, Exhaust System, Bodywork, Interior, Diagnostics, Troubleshooting Page Count Page Count: Hundreds of pages (estimated 500+ based on typical factory manuals) Manual Type Manual Type: Factory Service Repair Workshop Manual Manual Scope: Encompasses both routine maintenance and in-depth repair operations. Language Language: Likely English (common for downloaded manuals targeting international markets), potentially original Polish with translation. Format Format: Downloadable PDF 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine Systems: Engine overhaul, cylinder head, block assembly, lubrication, cooling, fuel injection/carburetion, ignition, emission control Transmission Systems: Manual transmission (gearbox overhaul, clutch replacement, driveshafts), differential Braking Systems: Front...
The FSO Polonez was a Polish passenger car produced by FSO. It was a derivative of the Fiat 125p, featuring a more modern body shell. It aimed to offer a robust and relatively affordable vehicle for the Polish market and export.
Competed with other Eastern Bloc vehicles of its era and some Western European compact sedans. Known for its ruggedness and simplicity, though often outpaced by Western European counterparts in refinement and performance.
Key Features
Key Features:
Rear-wheel drive, robust construction, comfortable ride for its class, spacious interior. The 1300 and 1500 models represent common engine displacements offered.
Manual Value Proposition
Manual Value Proposition:
Provides comprehensive, factory-level repair information for the FSO Polonez 1300 and 1500, enabling owners and technicians to perform maintenance, repairs, and diagnostics with accuracy and efficiency. The digital format offers accessibility and lifetime usability.
Step-by-step diagnostic routines for common problems, symptom-based troubleshooting guides
Special Tool Requirements:
Identification of specific tools required for certain repairs
Engine Overhaul Procedures:
Complete engine rebuild specifications, including torque values, tolerances, and assembly sequences for the 1300 and 1500 engines.
Electrical Diagnostics:
Includes wiring diagrams for various systems and component testing procedures.
Technical Depth
Technical Depth:
Comprehensive, covering from routine maintenance to major component overhaul and detailed diagnostic procedures, suitable for professional mechanics and experienced DIYers.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
File Format:
PDF
Searchable:
Likely searchable PDF text, allowing for quick access to specific topics.
Print Quality
Print Quality:
Printable pages, high resolution for detailed photos and diagrams
Diagram Detail:
Detailed exploded diagrams and pictures, crucial for accurate assembly and disassembly.
Binding Type
Binding Type:
N/A (Digital Download)
Paper Type
Paper Type:
N/A (Digital Download)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine 1300 Type:
Inline 4-cylinder, Overhead Valve (OHV)
Engine 1300 Displacement:
1295 cc (79.0 cu in)
Engine 1500 Type:
Inline 4-cylinder, Overhead Valve (OHV)
Engine 1500 Displacement:
1481 cc (90.4 cu in)
Engine 1300 Bore Stroke:
Approx. 85 mm x 72 mm
Engine 1500 Bore Stroke:
Approx. 85 mm x 80 mm
Performance
Engine 1300 Power Output:
Approx. 60-64 hp (45-48 kW) at 5000 rpm (varies by specific market/tune)
Engine 1500 Power Output:
Approx. 70-75 hp (52-56 kW) at 5200 rpm (varies by specific market/tune)
Fuel System
Fuel System Carburetor:
Single or twin-choke downdraft carburetor (e.g., Weber, Solex, or FSO-developed)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded or Leaded Gasoline (depending on year and market)
Engine Management
Ignition System:
Distributor-based ignition system with contact breaker points or electronic ignition (later models)
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type:
4-speed or 5-speed manual transmission
Optional
Transmission Optional:
N/A (Manual transmission was standard)
Features
Drivetrain:
Rear-wheel drive
Clutch Type:
Single dry plate, diaphragm spring (typical)
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Wheelbase:
Approx. 2665 mm (104.9 in)
Length:
Approx. 4400 mm (173.2 in)
Width:
Approx. 1640 mm (64.6 in)
Height:
Approx. 1420 mm (55.9 in)
Weights
Curb Weight:
Approx. 1100-1200 kg (2425-2645 lbs) depending on engine and equipment
Cargo
Trunk Capacity:
Moderately spacious for its class, but specific capacity figures are not readily available without detailed specs.
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
Safety Ratings:
Not subject to modern crash test standards like Euro NCAP or NHTSA. Likely to perform poorly in contemporary crash tests.
Active Features
Active Safety Features:
Basic hydraulic braking system, direct steering.
Passive Features
Passive Safety Features:
Lap and shoulder seatbelts (front), lap belts (rear). Limited structural reinforcement by modern standards.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Infotainment Features:
Basic AM/FM radio, manual antenna, simple speaker system. Later models may have cassette players.
Driver Assistance
Driver Assistance Features:
N/A (No electronic driver assistance systems like ABS, traction control, or airbags were standard or commonly available).
Connectivity
Connectivity Features:
N/A (No modern connectivity features like Bluetooth or USB ports).
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 5,000 - 7,500 km (3,000 - 4,500 miles) or 6-12 months, depending on oil type and driving conditions.
Spark Plug Replacement Interval:
Every 15,000 - 20,000 km (9,000 - 12,000 miles)
Coolant Flush Interval:
Every 2-3 years or 30,000 - 40,000 km (18,000 - 25,000 miles)
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Specification:
API SF or SG, SAE 20W-50 or 10W-40 (depending on ambient temperature and specific FSO recommendation)
Coolant Specification:
Ethylene glycol based antifreeze/coolant, mixed with distilled water (50/50 ratio)
Brake Fluid Specification:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 hydraulic brake fluid
Transmission Fluid Specification:
GL-4 Gear Oil, SAE 75W-90 or 80W-90
Known Issues
Known Issues:
Rusting body panels (especially wheel arches, sills, door bottoms), carburetor tuning issues, electrical system reliability, worn suspension bushings, potential camshaft wear in higher mileage engines.
Preventative Maintenance
Preventative Maintenance Focus:
Regular rustproofing, checking and replacing wear items in the suspension and steering, maintaining the cooling system, and ensuring proper ignition timing.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Brand Heritage:
FSO (Fabryka Samochodów Osobowych) was a Polish automobile manufacturer, established in Warsaw in 1951. It was primarily known for producing Fiat-licensed vehicles.
Model Evolution
Model Evolution:
The Polonez was introduced in 1978 as a replacement for the aging Fiat 125p. It featured a modern body designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro, but retained the mechanicals of the 125p. It underwent several facelifts and mechanical updates over its production run.
Production
Production Years:
1978-2002
Manufacturing Location:
Warsaw, Poland
Sales Figures:
Over 1 million units produced, with significant exports to Eastern Bloc countries and some Western markets.