Fiat’s confusing, like-sounding model names, the Brava is the five-door,family-sized hatch back,while Bravo is a 15cm shorter but more sportily slanted three-door variation on the same theme. This “horses-for-courses” approach makes sound sense: the Brava offers more space, five-door practicality and a rounded-off ride for those with a family to consider, while the Bravo’s distinctive-but-different styling and subtly revised suspension and specification cater for less-encumbered buyers seeking a more sporting attraction. Which ever tickles your fancy, though, Fiat has recently given the pair a mild makeover. Staying faithful to the original styling concept, the refettled Fiats are not much different to look at, but every version now offers significant improvements and costs less, or at least no more, than its previous equivalent.
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Responsive new engine provides good performance Ride comfort WORST Significant engine noise Centre rear lap belt only Non ABS braking system manual gearbox was the variant evaluated for this report and represents the entry level diesel Pajero. The standard equipment features of this vehicle are reasonably good and include air conditioning, power steering, electric mirrors and windows, radio/CD player, engine immobiliser, driver’s airbag, limited slip differential and cruise control (now standard on all Di-D models). Significantly, anti-lock brakes are not fitted to the GLX, while a passenger’s airbag is available as an option. A monocoque body shell has been used since the introduction of the NM Pajero, and aside from the new engine, the structure of the Pajero remains unaltered.
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The constant determination which has transcended every period of Renault’s existence, guiding our options and governing the directions in which we have developed, is now helping to establish our reputation. At the dawn of this third millennium, our dedication to innovation is not just central to our own concerns but also to those of the individual motorist who is now entitled to expect not only that a vehicle will provide safety, performance and respect for the environment, but also intelligence. Creation means bringing together intuition and expertise. At a time when performance and individualism were in fashion we were the first to break with established thinking by imagining an MPV. To launch the audacious elegance of the Vel Satis and the innovative but winning lines of the New Mégane, we again had to dare to be different.
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The Peugeot 205 was introduced in the UK in September 1983 as a five-door Hatchback with a transversely-mounted engine and transmission assembly driving the front wheels. The suspension is of front coil springs and rear transverse torsion bars. Three engine sizes were originally available, featuring a chain driven overhead camshaft design mounted directly over the transmission. The GTi was introduced in the Spring of 1984 and was fitted with a belt-driven overhead camshaft engine with a side-mounted transmission. The GTI engine is equipped with an electronically controlled fuel injection system. In October 1984 three-door versions became available, with an X series designation, in addition to the three-door GTI. Van versions were introduced in June 1985, together with the limited edition Lacoste, based on the GT version. In September 1985 the XT was introduced, being a three-door version of the GT, and at the same time the 954 cc XL three-door was introduced, having a higher specification than the XE. The 1580 cc Automatic was introduced in April 1986 at the same time as the Cabriolet CTI. The XS replaced the XT in July 1986, at which time the limited edition Junior, based on the XE, became available. The 1.9 GTI was introduced in August 1986, and at the same time dim-dip headlights and rear seat belts were fitted as standard. In December 1987 the new TU engines and MA transmissions were fitted to all except fuel injection, diesel and automatic models. Latest models feature single- and multi-point fuel injection, with full emission control equipment and a sophisticated engine management system.
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The new Peugeot 407 ST HDi Diesel is a n exiting new vehicle in many ways; Peugeot has been able to put their latest diesel technology into one of the most striking looking vehicles around. Powered by a two litre turbocharged diesel engine it features the latest common rail diesel injection technology to maximise power and torque. Fitted with Peugeot’s latest Diesel Particulate Filter the 407 ST HDi reduces emissions to better the Euro Four emission standard for diesels which doesn’t come into force until 2006. DISLIKES Potential to scratch paintwork when loading luggage. Easy to confuse coolant and oil temperature gauges. DESIGN & FUNCTION SPACE & PRACTICALITY Because the 407 HDi shares the same body as its petrol engined cousins, interior space is the same. The 407 provides plenty of interior room and also features a decent sized boot.
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Introduction Air Pollution In The Lower Fraser Valley AirCare Program Overview AirCare Program Goals and Objectives Vehicles Subject to AirCare Program Enforcement Inspection Centre Network Inspection Centre Locations Inspection Procedures Inspection Frequency Visual and Functional Inspections Exhaust Emission Inspections Re-inspections About Pacific Vehicle Testing Technologies Who Is PVTT? PVTT’s Vision PVTT’s AirCare Mission Statement About This Manual Purpose Of This Manual How To Use This Manual Symbols Used in This Manual
Chapter 2: AirCare Certification Certification Concept Requirements for AirCare Certification Technician Certification Requirements For Technician Certification Requirements For Technician Re-certification Fuel Type Endorsement Technician Identification Cards Technician Performance Monitoring Repair Centre Certification Requirements for Repair Centre Certification Requirements For Repair Centre Re-certification
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Ford Sierra was first introduced in late 1982 with the option of seven different engines and four different trim levels. This manual covers the four cylinder in-line petrol engines, but other models in the range are fitted with V6 or diesel engines. The Sierra was introduced by Ford as the successor to the Cortina and initially received a mixed reception as it was one of the first vehicles to make use of the aeroback body style designed to reduce the air drag coefficient to a minimum in the interests of fuel economy. Mechanically the Sierra is similar to the Cortina with the exception of all-round independent suspension. Initially, 1.3, 1.6 and 2.0 litre SOHC carburettor engines were available, with Hatchback and Estate body styles. In late 1984, a 1.8 litre SOHC engine became available and in 1985, a performance orientated 2.0 litre SOHC fuel injection engine was introduced.
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Renault Autograph Technical specification 1.2 16v 1.5 dci 65 1.5 dci 80 1.6 16v auto TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS Drag Co-efficient/Area (Cd/A)0.35 0.35 0.35 0.35 BODY TYPE Number of Doors 55 55 Body Type Classification MPV 5 door estate MPV MPV ENGINE Engine Capacity 1149 1461 1461 1598 Injection Type Multipoint Commonrail Direct Commonrail (turbo)Direct Multipoint Fuel Type Unleaded Diesel Diesel Unleaded Number of Cylinders 44 44 Number of Valves 16 8 8 16 Max engine power -kW (hp)rpm 55 (75)5500 65 (48)4000 60 (82)4250 70 (95)5000 Max torque -Nm (rpm)105 (3500)180 (2000)185 (1750)148 (3750) TRANSMISSION Type JB1 JC5 JC5 DPO Number of gears 5 5 5 auto BRAKING Front (discs)mm 259 259 259 259 Rear drum TT TT TYRES Tyre Size 175/65 R14 VP 165/70 R14 VP 175/65 R14 VP 175/65 R14 VP STEERING Turning circle between kerbs 10.4 10.4 10.4 10.4 Read the rest of this entry »

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