
Please be sure to read the whole of this Chapter before carrying out any work on your car. 
SAFETY FIRST! 
You must always ensure that 
safety is the first consideration 
in any job you carry out. A 
slight lack of concentration, or 
a rush to finish the job quickly 
can easily result in an accident, 
as can failure to follow the 
precautions outlined in 
this manual. 
Be sure to consult the 
suppliers of any materials and 
equipment you may use, and 
to obtain and read carefully 
any operating and health and 
safety instructions that may 
be available on packaging or 
from manufacturers 
and suppliers. 
Raising the Car Safely 
ALWAYS ensure that the vehicle is properly supported when 
raised off the ground. Don't work on, around, or underneath 
a raised vehicle unless axle stands are positioned under 
secure, load bearing underbody areas, or the vehicle is driven 
onto ramps, with the wheels remaining on the ground 
securely chocked to prevent movement. 
NEVER work on a vehicle supported on a jack. Jacks are made 
for lifting the vehicle only, not for holding it off the ground 
while it is being worked on. 
ALWAYS ensure that the safe working load rating of any 
jacks, hoists or lifting gear used is sufficient for the job, and 
that lifting gear is used only as recommended by the 
manufacturer. 
NEVER attempt to loosen or tighten nuts that require a lot of 
force to turn (e.g. a tight oil drain plug) with the vehicle 
raised, unless it is safely supported. Take care not to pull the 
vehicle off its supports when applying force to a spanner. 
Wherever possible, initially slacken tight fastenings before 
raising the car off the ground. 
ALWAYS wear eye protection when working under the 
vehicle and when using power tools. 
Working On The Vehicle 
ALWAYS seek specialist advice unless you are justifiably 
confident about carrying out each job. The safety of your 
vehicle affects you, your passengers and other road users. 
DON'T lean over, or work on, a running engine unless it is 
strictly necessary, and keep long hair and loose clothing well 
out of the way of moving mechanical parts. Note that it is 
theoretically possible for fluorescent striplighting to make an 
engine fan appear to be stationary
 -
 double check whether it 
is spinning or not! This is the sort of error that happens when 
you're really tired and not thinking straight. So... 
...DON'T work on your car when you're over tired. 
ALWAYS work in a well ventilated area and don't inhale dust 
- it may contain asbestos or other harmful substances. 
NEVER run the engine indoors, in a confined space or over 
a pit. 
REMOVE your wrist watch, rings and all other jewellery before 
doing any work on the vehicle
 -
 and especially when working 
on the electrical system. 
DON'T remove the radiator or expansion tank filler cap when 
the cooling system is hot, or you may get scalded by escaping 
coolant or steam. Let the system cool down first and even 
then, if the engine is not completely cold, cover the cap with 
a cloth and gradually release the pressure. 
NEVER drain oil, coolant or automatic transmission fluid when 
the engine is hot. Allow time for it to cool sufficiently to avoid 
scalding you. 
ALWAYS keep antifreeze, brake and clutch fluid away from 
vehicle paintwork. Wash off any spills immediately. 
TAKE CARE to avoid touching any engine or exhaust system 
component unless it is cool enough not to burn you.  

Running The Vehicle 
NEVER start the engine unless the gearbox is in neutral (or 
'Park' in the case of automatic transmission) and the hand 
brake is fully applied. 
NEVER run catalytic converter equipped vehicles without the 
exhaust system heat shields in place. 
TAKE CARE when parking vehicles fitted with catalytic 
converters. The 'cat' reaches extremely high temperatures and 
any combustible materials under the car, such as long dry 
grass, could be ignited. 
Personal Safety 
NEVER siphon fuel, antifreeze, brake fluid or other such toxic 
liquids by mouth, or allow contact with your skin. Use a 
suitable hand pump and wear gloves. 
BEFORE undertaking dirty jobs, use a barrier cream on your 
hands as a protection against infection. Preferably, wear 
suitable gloves, available from DIY outlets. 
WEAR IMPERVIOUS GLOVES for sure when there is a risk of 
used engine oil coming into contact with your skin. It can 
cause cancer. 
WIPE UP any spilt oil, grease or water off the floor 
immediately. 
MAKE SURE that spanners and all other tools are the right size 
for the job and are not likely to slip. Never try to 'double-up' 
spanners to gain more leverage. 
SEEK HELP if you need to lift something heavy which may be 
beyond your capability. Don't forget that when lifting a heavy 
weight, you should keep your back straight and bend your 
knees to avoid injuring your back. 
NEVER take risky short-cuts or rush to finish a job. Plan ahead 
and allow plenty of time. 
BE METICULOUS and keep the work area tidy
 -
 you'll avoid 
frustration, work better and lose less. 
KEEP children and animals right-away from the work area and 
from unattended vehicles. 
ALWAYS tell someone what you're doing and have them 
regularly check that all is well, especially when working alone 
on, or under, the vehicle. 
Fire! 
Petrol (gasoline) is a dangerous and highly flammable liquid 
requiring special precautions. When working on the fuel 
system, disconnect the vehicle battery earth (ground) terminal 
whenever possible and always work outside, or in a very well 
ventilated area. Any form of spark, such as that caused by an 
electrical fault, by two metal surfaces striking against each 
other, by a central heating boiler in the garage 'firing up', or 
even by static electricity built up in your clothing can, in a 
confined space, ignite petrol vapour causing an explosion. 
Take great care not to spill petrol on to the engine or exhaust 
system, never allow any naked flame anywhere near the work 
area and, above all, don't smoke. 
Invest in a workshop-sized fire extinguisher. Choose the 
carbon dioxide type or preferably, dry powder but NEVER a 
water type extinguisher for workshop use. 
DON'T disconnect any fuel pipes on a fuel injected engine 
without following the advice in this manual. The fuel in the 
line is under very high pressure
 -
 sufficient to cause serious 
injury. Remember that many injection systems have residual 
pressure in the pipes for days after switching off. If necessary 
seek specialist advice. 
Fumes 
Petrol (gasoline) vapour and that given off by many solvents, 
thinners, and adhesives are highly toxic and under certain 
conditions can lead to unconsciousness or even death, if 
inhaled. The risks are increased if such fluids are used in a 
confined space so always ensure adequate ventilation. Always 
read the maker's instructions and follow them with care. 
Never drain petrol (gasoline) or use solvents, thinners 
adhesives or other toxic substances in an inspection pit. It is 
also dangerous to park a vehicle for any length of time over 
an inspection pit. The fumes from even a slight fuel leak can 
cause an explosion when the engine is started. 
v ,,, Oil;::;s  

Mains Electricity 
Avoid the use of mains electricity when working on the vehicle, 
whenever possible. Use rechargeable tools and a DC inspection 
lamp, powered from a remote 12V battery
 -
 both are much 
safer. However, if you do use mains-powered equipment, 
ensure that the appliance is wired correctly to its plug, that 
where necessary it is properly earthed (grounded), and that the 
fuse is of the correct rating for the appliance. Do not use any 
mains powered equipment in damp conditions or in the vicinity 
of fuel, fuel vapour or the vehicle battery. 
Always use an RCD (Residual Current Device) circuit breaker 
with mains electricity. Then, if there is a short, the RCD circuit 
breaker minimises the risk of electrocution by instantly cutting 
the power supply. 
Ignition System 
Never work on the ignition system with the ignition switched 
on, or with the engine being turned over on the starter, or 
running and you are recommended never to do so. 
Touching certain parts of the ignition system, such as the HT 
leads, distributor cap, ignition coil etc., can result in a severe 
electric shock or physical injury as a hand is pulled sharply away. 
Voltages produced by electronic ignition systems are much 
higher than those produced by conventional systems and could 
prove fatal, particularly to people with cardiac pacemaker 
implants. Consult your handbook or main dealer if in any 
doubt. 
Cooling Fan 
On many vehicles, the electric cooling fan can switch itself on 
even with the ignition turned off. This is especially likely after 
driving the car and parking it before turning off, after which 
heat rises to the top of the engine and turns the fan on, 
suddenly and without warning. If you intend working in the 
engine bay, it's best to do so when the engine is cold, to 
disconnect the battery, or keep away from the fan, if neither of 
these are possible. 
Battery 
Never cause a spark, smoke, or allow a naked light near the 
vehicle's battery, even in a well ventilated area. Highly explosive 
hydrogen gas is given off as part of the charging process. 
Battery terminals on the car should be shielded, since a spark 
can be caused by any metal object which touches the battery's 
terminals or connecting straps. 
IMPORTANT NOTE: Before disconnecting the battery earth 
(ground) terminal read the relevant FACT FILE in Chapter 5 
regarding saving computer and radio settings.) 
When using a battery charger, switch off the power supply 
before the battery charger leads are connected or disconnected. 
If the battery is not of the 'sealed-for-life' type, loosen the filler 
plugs or remove the cover before charging. For best results the 
battery should be given a low rate trickle charge overnight. Do 
not charge at an excessive rate or the battery may burst. 
Always wear gloves and goggles when carrying or when 
topping up the battery. Acid electrolyte is extremely corrosive 
and must not be allowed to contact the eyes, skin or clothes. 
Brakes and Asbestos 
Obviously, a car's brakes are among its most important safety 
related items. ONLY work on your vehicle's braking system if 
you are trained and competent to do so. If you have not been 
trained in this work, but wish to carry out the jobs described in 
this book, we strongly recommend that you have a garage or 
qualified mechanic check your work before using the car. 
Whenever you work on the braking system components, or 
remove front or rear brake pads or shoes: i) wear an efficient 
particle mask; ii) wipe off all brake dust from the brakes after 
spraying on a proprietary brand of brake cleaner (never blow 
dust off with compressed air); iii) dispose of brake dust and 
discarded shoes or pads in a sealed plastic bag; iv) wash your 
hands thoroughly after you have finished working on the 
brakes and certainly before you eat or smoke; v) replace shoes 
and pads only with asbestos-free shoes or pads. Note that 
asbestos brake dust can cause cancer if inhaled; vi) always 
replace brake pads and/or shoes in complete 'axle' sets of four
 -
never replace the pads/shoes on one wheel only. 
Brake Fluid 
Brake fluid absorbs moisture rapidly from the air and can 
become dangerous resulting in brake failure. You should 
change the fluid in accordance with your vehicle manufacturer's 
recommendations or as advised in this book. Never store (or 
use) an opened container of brake fluid. Dispose of the 
remainder at your Local Authority Waste Disposal Site, in the 
designated disposal unit, not with general waste or with waste 
oil. 
Engine Oils 
Always wear disposable plastic or rubber gloves when draining 
the oil from your engine, i) Note that the drain plug and the oil 
are often hotter than you expect. Wear gloves if the plug is too 
hot to touch and keep your hand to one side so that you are 
not scalded by the spurt of oil as the plug comes away; ii) There 
are very real health hazards associated with used engine oil. In 
the words of one manufacturer's handbook "Prolonged and 
repeated contact may cause serious skin disorders, including 
dermatitis and cancer." Use a barrier cream on your hands and 
try not to get oil on them. Always wear gloves and wash your 
hands with hand cleaner soon after carrying out the work. Keep 
oil out of the reach of children; iii) NEVER, EVER dispose of old 
engine oil into the ground or down a drain. In the UK, and in 
most EC countries, every local authority must provide a safe 
means of oil disposal. In the UK, try your local Environmental 
Health Department for advice on waste disposal facilities. 
Plastic Materials 
Many of the materials used (polymers, resins, adhesives and 
materials acting as catalysts and accelerators) contain dangers in 
the form of poisonous fumes, skin irritants, and the risk of fire  

• Repeat this operation three more times until the 
complete code number has been entered, if the code 
has been entered in correctly LED B will start flashing. 
• Release button A (see illustration
 1B).
 Red LED B 
flashes for 8 seconds indicating the new remote unit's 
code has been stored. 
IMPORTANT NOTE: If the LED does not illuminate 
when remote unit button (illustration 1B, button 
O is pressed, change the remote unit's battery. 
• Insert the emergency key A into the emergency switch 
slot in the glove compartment turn the key to the left to 
switch the alarm off (see inset). 
• Turn the key back towards its original position to 
switch the alarm system back on. 
IMPORTANT NOTE: As the alarm system absorbs 
energy, if you are not planning on using the car 
for a long period of time, turn the alarm exclusion 
key to the off position, so as not to run the vehicle 
battery down. 
• 2. IGNITION SWITCH AND 
STEERING COLUMN LOCK 
IGNITION SWITCH 
2. The ignition/steering column lock key, once inserted 
in the ignition lock, can be placed in any of the 
following four positions: 
• PARK
 -
 With the key in this 
position the side and tail lights 
can be turned on, the steering 
column locked and the keys 
can be removed. Press button 
A to turn the key to PARK. 
• STOP
 -
 When the key is 
turned to the STOP position the steering column will be 
locked, and the keys can be removed. 
• MAR
 -
 This is the driving position. When the key is in 
this position all the electrical devices are energised. 
• AW
 -
 Turning the key to this position starts the 
engine. 
STEERING COLUMN LOCK 
• LOCKING
 -
 To apply the steering wheel lock turn the 
steering wheel slightly to the left or right when the key is 
at STOP or PARK. 
• UNLOCKING
 -
 Rocking the steering wheel gently back 
and forth while turning the ignition key to MAR unlocks 
the steering wheel. 
• 3. PANEL INDICATORS 
INSTRUMENT DISPLAY PANEL 
3. These are the instrument panel warning LED indicators 
for all FIAT Tipo/Tempra models. Your vehicle will only 
have Panel Indicators relevant to your particular car. 
• 4. ELECTRONIC CHECK PANEL 
4. The electronic check panel is not fitted to models 
with basic trim. 
IMPORTANT NOTE: The check panel will not 
indicate if the tail light fuses blow at the same 
time, or if there is a circuit failure within the panel 
display. 
SIDE AND HATCHBACK DOORS 
When the ignition key is at MAR, the check panel LEDs 
g, h, i, I, m and n monitor the light bulbs and fuses. 
LEDs a, b, c, d, and e monitor incomplete closure of 
the side doors and hatchback. 
• Never remove the key when the car is moving. 
If you do, the steering wheel will lock the first 
time you turn it. 
• If the ignition lock has been tampered with or 
shows any sign of damage (e.g. attempted theft), 
have the lock checked at your nearest FIAT 
Service Centre. 
M Choke Oil pressure warning 
Direction indicators (®) Handbrake engaged 
-X: Side lights m Rear window defroster 
10 High beam head 
lights '•y Injection system warning light 
<1* Rear fog lights • Battery warning 
A Hazard warning lights A Seat belts not 
buckled 
m ABS brake warning a Automatic transmission fluid warning 
o Brake pad wear warning a Doors not properly closed 
Turbo pressure warning Trailer direction indicators 
10 Front fog lights a Diesel fuel filter condenstate warning 
•515" Diesel heater/glow •515" plugs 3 
SWITCHING OFF THE ALARM 
1C. Some models 
are fitted with an 
alarm exclusion 
switch, which can 
be found inside 
the glove 
compartment. If 
the alarm is faulty 
or the remote control batteries are flat:  

Fluid levels (if included) are monitored by LEDs f, o and 
p, indicating the levels of the fluid reservoirs. 
A red LED illuminates at the position on the check panel 
corresponding to a side door or a hatchback/tailgate 
that is not properly closed. 
SIDE AND TAIL LIGHTS 
When the side and tail lights are turned on, the check 
panel monitors the light bulbs, fuses and circuits. 
• LED g monitors the front side lights. 
• LED i monitors the tail lights. 
If one of the two fuses protecting the following bulbs 
blows, LEDs g, i, and m illuminate. 
NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS 
• LED m indicates when one or both of the number 
plate light bulbs have burnt out. 
REAR FOG LIGHTS 
• When the fog-guard lights are turned on, LED h 
monitors the light bulbs. 
• When the fuse blows or a circuit malfunction occurs, 
LED h illuminates, but not the panel indicator. 
STOP LIGHTS 
If one or both stop lights burn out, the fuse blows or a 
circuit malfunction occurs, LED I or n illuminates when 
braking. 
• LED n monitors the left stop light. 
• LED I monitors the right stop light. 
If both bulbs burn out at the same time or brake pedal 
switch malfunction occurs, both LEDs I and n 
illuminate. 
ENGINE OIL LEVEL 
• LED f illuminates when the engine oil level is low (key 
at MAR,engine not running). 
The oil level monitoring system does not operate when 
the engine is running. If the oil level warning LED 
illuminates when driving, a circuit sensor malfunction 
has occurred. 
When starting the car on a hill or within 10 minutes of 
switching off the engine the warning light may 
illuminate (event will be stored in system memory). Start 
the engine again on level ground to ensure the oil level 
is sufficient. 
COOLANT 
A low coolant level is indicated by LED o (key at MAR). 
The LED also illuminates when a sensor or circuit 
malfunction occurs. 
WINDSCREEN AND REAR SCREEN WASH LEVELS 
• LED p illuminates (key at MAR) when the level in the 
windscreen or rear screen wash reservoirs are low. 
• The LED also indicates when a circuit or sensor 
malfunction occurs. 
• 5. HE ATI IMG AMD VENTILATION 
CONTROLS 
5A. Air volume control
 -
 Adjust 
the dynamic air flow (fan OFF) 
by turning the knob up to I. 
Continue turning the knob to 
the right to increase the air 
flow (i.e. fan ON). 
5B. Air temperature control -
The temperature will increase 
the further you turn the air 
temperature knob to the right 
(red zone). 
HEATING 
HEAT DISTRIBUTION 
With the air temperature 
knob (56) turned to the 
red zone and the air 
volume control knob (5A) 
turned to the desired fan 
speed, turn the air 
distribution knob (5C) to: 
• 2
 -
 In sunny, cold weather. 
• 3
 -
 For heating to footwell vents. 
• 4
 -
 Demist the windows. 
• Also, turn the air volume control knob (5A) to level II 
or III. 
VENTILATION 
• Turn the air distribution control to 5. 
• Turn the air temperature adjustment knob fully anti-
clockwise to the blue zone. 
• Turn the air volume control knob to the desired fan 
speed. 
• Turn the air distribution control to 5. 
When the car is moving the volume of the air entering 
the passenger compartment can be reduced by turning 
the fan knob to the left of 1. 
DUAL TEMPERATURE 
• Turn the air temperature adjustment knob to an 
intermediate position. 
• Turn the air distribution control knob to 2. 
The temperature decreases the 
further you turn the temperature control knob to the 
left (blue zone). 
Warmer air is delivered to the footwell vents and cooler 
air to the dashboard vents.  

SAFETY FIRST! 
If an air bag has been fitted to your vehicle: 
• DO NOT apply stickers or any other objects to 
the steering wheel as this may restrict the 
operation of the air bag. 
• NEVER travel with anything on your lap or in 
front of your chest 
• NEVER drive with a cigarette, pipe, pen or any 
other object in your mouth. 
• 12. INTERIOR LIGHTS 
COURTESY LIGHT 
On most models the courtesy light is positioned in the 
centre of the roof. 
• With the light switch in the central position the light 
turns on when either of the front doors is opened. 
• When the switch is in the right position the light 
remains on. 
• With the switch in the left position the light is 
switched off. 
• 13. SUNROOF OPERATION 
14B. Positioned at the front of the bonnet is a release 
catch B. Lift catch up to release. 
14C. Lift the 
bonnet and pull 
the support rod 
C out of its 
holder. 
When the 
• 15. LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT 
INCREASING THE CARGO AREA 
FOLDING THE BACK SEATS
 -
 Use the following 
procedure to fold the rear seat forwards: 
• Pull the strap at the centre of the backseat cushion in 
an upwards direction to swing up the seat cushion. 
15A. On models fitted with lever A, pull the lever up to 
release the seat backrest. 
15B. Models fitted with a lockable lever B, turn the key 
to position 2 to unlock (1 to lock), then lift the lever in 
the direction arrowed. 
• Fold the backrest cushion forwards. 
BONNET AND LUGGAGE 
L 2 . fj§ 
• 14 .BONNET 
OPENING THE BONNET 
14A. Pull the bonnet release lever A, toward the 
steering wheel to release the bonnet catch. 
To repositioning the back seats
 -
 reverse the order 
described above. 
WHEEL CHANGING 
• 16. CHANGING THE WHEEL IN AN 
EMERGENCY 
CHANGING A WHEEL 
Whenever possible park the car on firm level ground. 
Put the car into reverse gear and pull on the handbrake. 
Keep chocks or pieces of wood in the boot of your car, 
which can be wedged in front and behind the 
diagonally-opposite wheel to the one being removed to 
prevent the car from rolling. If you haven't got a piece 
of wood handy, use large rocks or stones. 
The location of the spare wheel, jack and tools for most 
models is in the luggage compartment under the mat. 
However on some models the spare wheel and tools are 
located in a storage container within the side walls of the 
rear luggage compartment. 
bonnet is fully 
raised, place the 
tip of the rod in 
the recess B located in the bonnet. 
• Pull handle A down 
and turn anti-clockwise, 
slides back. 
13B. To operate a 
sunroof with 
electric controls: 
13A. SUNROOF CONTROLS 
As an optional extra 
some models are fitted 
with a sunroof. To 
operate the manually 
operated sunroof: 
The sunroof lifts up and then 
• Press rocker 
switch C either at 
the front or back 
edge to open or close the sunroof. 
Z3  

CHAPTER 3 
FACTS ARID FIGURES 
This chapter provides you with 
all the information you will 
need about your car, especially 
in connection with servicing and 
repairing it. First, you'll need to 
identify the engine type. If you 
don't know it already, see 
Chapter 6, Repairs and 
Replacements. 
Before buying parts, be sure to 
take your vehicle's chassis and 
engine numbers with you
 -
 see 
Auto-Biography on page 1 
and PART G: IDENTIFICATION 
NUMBERS in this chapter. 
Chapter Contents 
• -< Page No. Page No. 
PART
 A:
 MAJOR MILESTONES 17 PART E: REPAIR DATA 20 
PART
 B:
 VITAL STATISTICS 18 PART
 F:
 TORQUE WRENCH SETTINGS 23 
PART C: CAPACITIES 19 PART G: IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS 27 
PART
 D:
 SERVICE DATA 19 
• 
IMPORTANT NOTE: Many detail changes have taken place over the years, and there have been many different Special 
Editions and Options available. The following information will be true of most cases but can only be taken as a general 
guide. Consult your local FIAT dealer for confirmation. 
PART A: MAJOR MILESTONES 
Overview Although the Tipo and Tempra were presented as 
separate models, they are essentially the same cars, with detail 
differences. However, all Tipos are 5-door hatchbacks (apart 
from some 3-door 1.4 and the relatively rare 2.0 i.e. 16v, both 
from 1993); all Tempras are 4-door saloons (with a boot) or 
5-door estates. Apart from the rear bodywork and very slight 
differences in rear suspension rates, both models are the 
same, although years of production and options available 
(including some engine options and some model names) are 
not necessarily the same, and changes were not always 
introduced to both model names at the same time
 -
 if at all. 
All models come with front disc, rear drum brakes, except the 
Tipo
 2.0 i.e. 16v (but NOT the 2.0 i.e. GT), and the Tempra 2.0 
i.e. SXand SLX models, which have discs front and rear. 
IMPORTANT NOTE: This manual does NOT cover 1.8 and 
2.0 litre Tipo or Tempra models. 
June 1988 Tipo range introduced, as 1.4, 1.4 DGT, 1.6 DGT 
and 1.6 DGT SX models with 1372ccand 1580cc petrol 
engines. Also 7.97".dswith 1929 turbo diesel engine DGT and 
Ids with digital instruments. All models with galvanised steel 
body. 
October 1988 Tipo 1.7D diesel version launched. 
April 1990 Formula and S versions of Tipo 1.4 introduced. 
April 1990 Also 1.6 DGT Selecta version introduced with CVT 
gearbox. 
July 1990 Tempra 1.4 and 1.6 (petrol) and 1.9D, (non-turbo 
diesel), and 1.9 TD5 and TD5X (turbo diesel) 4-door saloon 
models introduced. CVT auto-transmission available on 1.6 
petrol models only
 -
 same as Selecta on Tipo models, but not 
named as such. Tempra 1.8 i.e. SX with high performance 
1756cc double-overhead camshaft (DOHC) fuel-injected 
engine introduced. Tempra 1.4 and 1.6 basic and 5 models 
with regular, analogue instruments; Tempra SXand SX i.e. 
with digital instruments. 
Tipo 1.8 i.e. DGT model, with high performance 1756cc fuel 
injected, DOHC petrol engine introduced. 
June 1991 Tempra Station Wagon introduced, as 1.6 or 1.8 
i.e. models, with 2-part horizontally split tailgate and high-
roof styling.  

October 1991 2.0 i.e. 16v introduced, with 1995cc, 16 valve 
high-performance DOHC engine, catalytic converter, sports 
suspension, front and rear disc brakes. ABS available as 
option. 
January 1992 Existing Tipo models lightly facelifted and 
redesignated 1.4 Formula, 1.45, 1.6S, 1.6SX, 1.9TD SX, 
1.8 i.e. SX. 1.7D discontinued. SX versions with digital 
instruments. 
Tempra 1.9 TDS (turbo diesel) Station Wagon introduced. 1.4 
and 1.9D saloons discontinued. 
May 1992 Tempra 1.8 i.e. SX Saloon and Station Wagon 
discontinued. 
June 1992 Tempra 2.0 i.e. SX saloon and station wagon 
models introduced, with high performance 1995cc DOHC fuel 
injected engine, catalytic converter and disc brakes front and 
rear. 
Tipo 1.4 and all Tipo and Tempra 1.6 models (except Selecta) 
now with a catalytic converter and fuel injection in place of 
Weber twin-choke carburettor. Designated i.e. in badging. 
December 1992 Tipo 1.8 i.e. and 1.6 Selecta discontinued. 
February 1993 Tipo 2.0 i.e. GT introduced. Slightly lower 
performance and spec, version of the 16v model. 
July 1993 Tipo 1.4 now available as a 3-door or 5-door 
hatchback. 2.0 i.e. 16v now only available as 3-door. Tipo 2.0 
i.e. GT replaced by similar spec. 2.0 i.e. SLX. 
Tempra 2.0 i.e. SX saloons and estates now only available 
with auto, gearbox. Otherwise, SX models become known as 
SLX, with colour-coded mirrors and ABS brakes. Most Tempras 
now with body-coloured bumpers. 1.9D (non turbo Diesel re-
introduced). 
All Tipo and Tempra models now with revised front-end 
styling
 -
 narrower headlights and revised grille. Improved crash 
protection, including side impact beams, safety steering wheel 
and uprated brakes. Power steering, central locking, electric 
windows all standard. 
February 1994 Tipo 1.7 non-turbo diesel re-introduced as 
1.7 DS. 
May 1994 Tempra 1.9DS Station Wagon introduced. 
September 1994 Most models available with driver's airbag, 
fire prevention system and seat belt pre-tensioners. 
December 1994 Tempra 1.6 i.e. versions get M.P.I, engine. 
February/March 1995 All models with VIN number window 
etching and immobiliser standard on all Tempra petrol models. 
October 1995 Immobiliser fitted to Tempra D and TD models. 
End of 1995 Tipo discontinued. 
Mid-1996 Tempra discontinued. 
PART B: VITAL STATISTICS 
All Tipo models
 -
 55 litres, except petrol with catalytic converter
 - 51
 litres. 
All Tempra models
 -
 65 litres, except petrol with catalytic converter
 -
 62 litres. 
Wheels and Tyres 
ENGINE PRESSED STEEL RADIAL TYRE PRESSURES (cold) 
WHEEL RIM TYPE TUBELESS FRONT REAR 
TYRE TYPE average load heavy load average load heavy load 
TIPO MODELS 
1.4 and 1.6 Petrol 5.00B x 13H 165/70R13S 2.0 bar/29 psi 2.0 bar/29 psi 1.9 bar/28 psi 2.2 bar/32 psi 
1697 Diesel 5.00B x 13H 165/70R 13S 2.1 bar/30 psi 2.1 bar/30 psi 1.9 bar/28 psi 2.2 bar/32 psi 
Turbo D 5.5J x 14H 
175/65 R
 14T 2.2 bar/32 psi 2.4 bar/35 psi 2.2 bar/32 psi 2.4 bar/35 psi 
1.4 i.e./1.6 i.e. (1993-on) 5.5J x 14H 
165/65 R
 14T 2.0 bar/29 psi 2.0 bar/29 psi 1.9 bar/28 psi 2.2 bar/32 psi 
1.7D (1993-on) 5.5J x 14H 165/65R 14T 2.1 bar/30 psi 2.1 bar/30 psi 1.9 bar/28 psi 2.2 bar/32 psi 
Option
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 certain models 5.5J x 14AH2 185/60R 14H 2.2 bar/32 psi 2.4 bar/35 psi 2.2 bar/32 psi 2.4 bar/35 psi 
TEMPRA MODELS 
Early 1.4 and 1.6 
Saloons 5.00B x 13H 165/70R 13S/T 2.0 bar/29 psi 2.0 bar/29 psi 2.0 bar/29 psi 2.2 bar/32 psi 
1.6 SX Saloon 5.5J x 14H 165/65R 14T 2.0 bar/29 psi 2.0 bar/29 psi 2.0 bar/29 psi 2.2 bar/32 psi 
1.9D/1.9 TD Saloon 
and Late 1.6 i.e. 5.5J x 14H 175/65R 14T/H 2.2 bar/32 psi 2.4 bar/35 psi 2.2 bar/32 psi 2.4 bar/35 psi 
1.6/1.9D/1.9TD 
Station Wagons 5.5J x 14H 175/65R 14H 2.2 bar/32 psi 2.4 bar/35 psi 2.2 bar/32 psi 3.0 bar/44 psi 
Option for Station 5.5J x 14H or AH2 185/60 R 14H 2.2 bar/32 psi 2.4 bar/35 psi 2.2 bar/32 psi 3.0 bar/44 psi 
Wagons (alloy) 
SPARE WHEEL
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 ALL TIPO AND TEMPRA MODELS (speed limit 50 mph) 
Tempra TD Saloon and 
ALL Station Wagons 4.00B x 14H 105/70 B14 4.2
 bar/61
 psi 
All other models 4.00Bx14H 135/80 B14 2.8
 bar/41
 psi