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Datsun 1200 1973 User Manual

Datsun 1200 1973
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Datsun 1200 1973 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandDatsun
Model1200 1973
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

MAINTENANCE & TUNE-UP

VALVE CLEARANCES

Procedure for adjusting valve clearances while the engine is stationary.

ENGINE OIL

Checking engine oil level, capacity, and condition.

COOLANT

Information on the ethylene glycol coolant and system maintenance.

COMPRESSION

Testing engine cylinder compression pressure.

BATTERY

Checking electrolyte level, specific gravity, and terminals.

IGNITION TIMING

Adjusting ignition timing using a timing light.

CARBURETOR

Idle mixture adjustment using a CO meter.

Idle Limiter Cap

Function and adjustment of the idle limiter cap.

Dash Pot (Automatic Transmission Model Only)

Operation and inspection of the dash pot for automatic transmissions.

ENGINE

DESCRIPTION

Overview of the A12 engine specifications, bore, stroke, and configuration.

REMOVAL

Steps for removing the engine from the vehicle, including disconnecting cables and hoses.

INSTALLATION

Steps for installing the engine into the vehicle in reverse sequence.

CLEANING AND INSPECTION

Procedures for cleaning engine parts before disassembly.

DISASSEMBLY

General procedures for disassembling engine components.

Piston and Connecting Rod

Instructions for assembling pistons, pins, and connecting rods.

OIL PUMP

Removal, disassembly, and inspection of the oil pump assembly.

Adjusting Regulator

Adjusting the oil pump regulator valve for proper function.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

STARTER

Exploded view and identification of starter motor components.

ALTERNATOR

Exploded view and identification of alternator components.

TROUBLE SHOOTING (Electrical System)

Diagnosing and fixing common electrical system issues.

REGULATOR

Description and structural view of the voltage regulator.

TROUBLE SHOOTING (Regulator)

Troubleshooting common issues with the voltage regulator.

IGNITION SYSTEM

DISTRIBUTOR

Construction, checking, and adjustment of the distributor.

SPARK PLUGS

Inspection, installation, and cleaning of spark plugs.

Spark plug cleaning and regap

Procedures for cleaning and setting spark plug gap.

FUEL SYSTEM

FUEL FILTER DESCRIPTION

Description of the cartridge-type fuel filter and its maintenance.

FUEL PUMP

Description and schematic view of the fuel pump.

Testing (Fuel Pump)

Procedures for testing fuel pump static pressure and capacity.

CARBURETOR

Description of the carburetor's features and design.

Idle Adjustment

Adjusting idle speed and mixture using a CO meter.

Fuel Level Adjustment

Adjusting the fuel level in the carburetor float chamber.

Fast Idle Adjustment

Adjusting the fast idle mechanism for proper engine operation.

Carburetor Disassembly

Procedures for disassembling carburetor components like jets and tubes.

Carburetor Troubleshooting

Diagnosing and fixing common carburetor issues like overflow and power shortage.

Fuel System Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting engine hesitation, knocking, and starting problems.

COOLING SYSTEM

DESCRIPTION

Overview of the closed-pressure cooling system.

WATER PUMP

Description, removal, and installation of the centrifugal water pump.

THERMOSTAT

Description, removal, and testing of the pellet-type thermostat.

RADIATOR

Description, removal, and inspection of the down-flow radiator.

BRAKES

FRONT DISC BRAKE

Description and components of the front disc brake system.

BRAKE PAD

Replacement, inspection, and reinstallation of brake pads.

CALIPER

Removal, disassembly, and inspection of the brake caliper.

REAR BRAKE

Removal and disassembly procedures for the rear brake system.

HAND BRAKE

Removal, inspection, and reinstallation of the hand brake system.

BRAKE ADJUSTMENT

Adjusting front disc brakes, rear brakes, and brake pedal height.

BLEEDING HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

Procedures for bleeding air from the brake hydraulic system.

BRAKE TROUBLE SHOOTING

Diagnosing and fixing common brake system problems.

FRONT SUSPENSION

DESCRIPTION

Overview of the front suspension system, strut type, and components.

RECOMMENDATIONS

Advice on professional repair for front suspension components.

FRONT SUSPENSION TROUBLE SHOOTING

Diagnosing and fixing common front suspension issues.

STEERING

DESCRIPTION

Overview of the steering system, including gear box and linkage.

RECOMMENDATIONS

Advice on professional repair for steering system components.

STEERING TROUBLE SHOOTING

Diagnosing and fixing common steering system issues.

REAR DRIVE & SUSPENSION

REAR AXLE

Description and components of the semi-floating rear axle.

DIFFERENTIAL

Description of the differential gear carrier and lubrication.

REAR SUSPENSION

Description of the semi-elliptic leaf spring rear suspension.

REAR SHOCK ABSORBER

Removal and replacement procedures for rear shock absorbers.

CLUTCH

DESCRIPTION

Overview of the single dry disc diaphragm spring clutch.

CLUTCH PEDAL

Removal, inspection, and adjustment of the clutch pedal assembly.

CLUTCH MASTER CYLINDER

Removal, disassembly, inspection, and reassembly of the master cylinder.

BLEEDING CLUTCH SYSTEM

Procedures for bleeding air from the clutch hydraulic system.

TRANSMISSION

FOUR SPEED TRANSMISSION

Description of the four-speed transmission gear train.

THREE SPEED TRANSMISSION

Description of the three-speed transmission.

TRANSMISSION TROUBLE SHOOTING

Diagnosing and fixing transmission shifting and noise issues.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DESCRIPTION

Overview of the 3N71B automatic transmission.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Detailed description of automatic transmission operation and ranges.

RECOMMENDATIONS (Transmission)

Advice on professional repair for automatic transmissions.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION IDENTIFICATION

Information on identifying automatic transmission models and unit numbers.

BODY WORK

HOOD

Removal and installation procedures for the vehicle hood.

HOOD LOCK

Removal, adjustment, and centering of the hood lock mechanism.

TRUNK LID LOCK

Removal and adjustment procedures for the trunk lid lock.

DOOR CONSTRUCTION

Details on the construction of front and rear doors.

WIRING DIAGRAM

Electrical wiring diagrams for manual and automatic transmissions.

BULB SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications for various vehicle light bulbs, including trade numbers.

Headlamp Troubleshooting

Diagnosing and fixing common headlamp issues.

Thermometer and Fuel Meter Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting procedures for the thermometer and fuel meter.

Oil Pressure and Ignition Warning Lamps Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting procedures for oil pressure and ignition warning lamps.

SPECIFICATIONS

RECOMMENDED LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS

Recommended lubricants for engine oil, transmission, and other fluids.

SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS

General service data including torque values and dimensions.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

Detailed specifications for engine displacement, bore, stroke, and torque.

VALVE MECHANISM SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications for valve clearances, lift, diameter, and springs.

CAMSHAFT AND TIMING CHAIN SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications for camshaft journals, timing chain, and related parts.

COOLING SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications for radiator dimensions, capacity, and pressure.

FUEL SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications for carburetor models, jets, and float levels.

STARTER SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications for the starter motor, including output, voltage, and torque.

ALTERNATOR SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications for the alternator, including output and refill capacities.

REGULATOR SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications for the voltage regulator and charge relay.

DISTRIBUTOR AND IGNITION COIL SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications for the distributor and ignition coil.

CLUTCH SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications for clutch release lever, disc, pedal, and master cylinder.

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