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Ford Ka I (1996-2008) repair manuals
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Ford Ka (1996-2008) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual
Haynes Repair Manual covering the Ford Ka.
Petrol engine: 1.3 litre (1297 and 1299 cc).
Production years: 1996-2008.
Exclusions: This manual does not cover the SportKa and StreetKa models.
This Haynes manual for the first generation Ford Ka describes service and repair of the petrol engine (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals and radiator).
It also includes procedures for the heater, fuel system, exhaust, starting and charging system. Additionally, it describes work on the clutch, gearbox, driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering gear, body, interior, and electrical system.
- Step-by-step instructions with hundreds of detailed photos guide you through every job.
- Based on a complete vehicle strip-down and rebuild.
- Includes a maintenance schedule, technical specifications, torque wrench settings, and troubleshooting tables.
- Clear and detailed wiring diagrams.
Product details
| Details: | 288 pages, 27 x 21 x 1.5 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.59 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | hundreds of photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Haynes Publishing (GB, 2015) |
| Series: | Haynes Service and Repair Manual (5567) |
| ISBN: | 9780857339119 |
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Ford Ka - essence (10/1996-10/2008) | Revue Technique Automobile RTA 604
Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 604) repair manual covering the Ford Ka petrol models (first generation).
Petrol engines: 1.3 L Endura (44 kW/60 hp, J4D).
Production years: 10/1996-10/2008.
This Revue Technique for the Ford Ka describes extensively service and repair of the petrol engines (including timing gear, cylinder head, lubrication, coolant pump and fuel system).
Covers also work on the clutch, transmission, driveshafts, steering system, suspension, wheel hubs, brakes, electric equipment and body.
- Includes adjustment data, torque wrench settings and wiring diagrams.
- An integral owner's handbook provides information on operation and daily maintenance.
- Additional chapter with tips and a checklist to prepare for the MOT test.
Product details
| Details: | 27 x 21 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | hundreds of photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | ETAI (F, 1997) |
| Series: | Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 604) |
| ISBN: | 9782726860410 |
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Ford Ka (ab November 1996) | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst
Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 222) for maintenance of the Ford Ka (1st generation).
Petrol engines: 1.3 litre (60 hp).
Production years: since 11/1996.
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- This owner's guide describes the technology of the first generation Ford Ka passenger cars.
- Comprehensive instructions for the replacement of current parts such as shock absorbers, brake pads, brake discs, master cylinder and brake fluid / door mirrors, fuel cap, grille, bumpers, bonnet, tailgate, interior trim and seats / alternator and starter motor, voltage regulator, headlamps, tail lights / air filter, drivebelt, thermostat, coolant, oil filter and spark plugs.
- Also features adjustment data and a maintenance schedule.
Product details
| Author: | Dieter Korp |
| Details: | 248 pages, 26.5 x 20 cm / 10.4 x 7.9 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | about 250 photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2001) |
| Series: | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst (222) |
| ISBN: | 9783613021396 |
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Ford Fiesta (01/1996-09/2002) / Ford Ka (11/1996-09/2008) / Mazda 121 (02/1996-02/2003) | So wird's gemacht
Workshop manual from the German Series So wird's gemacht (nr. 107) for the:
- Ford Fiesta (01/1996-09/2002)
- Ford Ka (11/1996-09/2008)
- Mazda 121 (02/1996-02/2003)
Petrol engines:
- 1.25 L (55 kW/75 hp, Zetec-SE, engine code DH, 01/1996-02/2003)
- 1.3 L (37 kW/50 hp, Endura-E, JJ, 01/1996-02/2003)
- 1.3 L (44 kW/60 hp, Endura-E, J4, 01/1996-02/2003, only Ford Ka)
- 1.3 L (44 kW/60 hp, Duratec 03/2003-09/2008, Ford Ka only)
- 1.3 L (51 kW/70 hp, Duratec, 03/2003-09/2008, Ford Ka only)
- 1.4 L (66 kW/90 hp, Zetec-SE, FH, 02/1996-12/99)
- 1.6 L (70 kW/95 hp, Duratec, CDB/C)03/2003-09/2008, Ford Ka only)
- 1.6 L (76 kW/103 hp, Zetec-SE, L1, 01/2000-02/2002)
Diesel engines:
- 1.8 L (44 kW/60 hp, Endura-DE, engine code RT, 01/1996-02/2000)
- 1.8 L (55 kW/75 hp, Endura-DI, RT, 03/2000-02/2002).
The initial section of this manual for the Ford Fiesta / Ford Ka / Mazda 121 covers inspection and daily maintenance of the petrol and diesel engines, transmission, brakes, steering and body (including the electrical system, windscreen wipers, lighting and heating or air conditioning).
Furthermore, this book provides detailed guidance on the following components:
- Suspension (replacement of driveshafts, springs and shock absorbers), steering (ball joints) and brakes (discs, brake linings and handbrake).
- Electrical system (battery, voltage regulator and starter motor).
- Dismantling and assembly of the engine cylinder head and cam drive, including replacement of the v-belt and the timing belt or chain.
- The lubricating system with the oil pump.
- The cooling system (replacement of radiator, thermostat and cooling fan).
- The fuel system (air filter, fuel pump and fuel filter) and exhaust (replacement of mufflers).
- Interior: removal and refitting of the dashboard, instrument panel, consoles, interior trim and seats.
- Body: dismantling and assembly of bumpers, fenders, bonnet, tailgate, doors, window mechanisms, locks and mirrors.
- Extensive technical specifications, adjustment data and torque wrench settings.
- Clear wiring diagrams of the main circuits.
Product details
| Author: | Rüdiger Etzold |
| Details: | 312 pages, 26 x 19.5 cm / 10.25 x 7.7 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Delius Klasing Verlag GmbH (D, 1997) |
| Series: | So wird's gemacht (107) |
| ISBN: | 9783768810067 |
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Ford Ka (ab 1996) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Ford Ka.
Petrol engine: 1.3 L (60 hp).
Production years: since 1996.
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This Bucheli repair manual for the Ford Ka provides detailed instructions for work on the 1.3 L petrol engine (removal - refitting, crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, distribution, valves, oil pump, cooling, fuel system).
Covers also the clutch, gearbox (only removal and installation), driveshafts, steering system, front and rear suspension, brakes, electrical system and the exhaust.
- Includes comprehensive technical data and torque wrench settings.
- Clear wiring diagrams.
- Reprint of the 1st edition (1998).
Product details
| Details: | 168 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2017) |
| Series: | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (1220) |
| ISBN: | 9783716819555 |
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