1986 Plymouth Colt service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.
Built for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and use wiring diagrams and system sections to diagnose problems faster.
What’s included
- Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
- Specifications and reference data (where provided)
- Electrical coverage with wiring diagrams
- Coverage across key systems: engine, transmission, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more
Trims covered
- DL Sedan 4-Door
- Premier Sedan 4-Door
- Vista Wagon 4-Door
- E Hatchback 2-Door
- E Sedan 4-Door
- DL Hatchback 2-Door
Engines covered
- 1.5L 1468CC 90Cu. In. l4 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
- 1.6L 1597CC 98Cu. In. l4 GAS SOHC Turbocharged
- 2.0L 1997CC 122Cu. In. l4 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
Index / Table of contents
- Body
- Brakes
- Chassis Electrical
- Driveline
- Engine Cooling
- Engine Electrical
- Engine Mechanical
- Engine Performance & Emission Controls
- Fuel System
- General Information & Identification
- Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
- Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
- Steering
- Suspension
- Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
- Wiring Diagrams
THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE
THE SAFETY BELTS WOULD NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO AN OCCUPANT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREF
SEAT BELT RECALL WORK NOT COMPLETED DUE TO LACK OF PARTS.
REAR SEAT BELTS OCCASIONALLY FAIL TO BUCKLE.
SEAT BELTS IN REAR SEAT INTERMITTENTLY STICK, MAKING THEM UNUSABLE.
FUEL INJECTORS FAILED. *DSH
DRIVER'S SHOULDER/LAP BELT WOULD NOT RELEASE; OCCUPANT TRAPPED INSIDE; EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO WIGGLE OUT. TT
Showing the 5 most serious of 9 complaints filed with NHTSA.
