1989 Chevrolet Corsica Service and Repair Manual

This factory service and repair manual for the 1989 Chevrolet Corsica has to account for two bodies as well as two engines: a four-door sedan and a four-door hatchback, sold in Base and LTZ trim, powered by either the 2.8L overhead-valve V6 of 173 cubic inches or the 2.0L overhead-valve inline-four of 122 cubic inches, both naturally aspirated on gasoline. Body coverage therefore branches, since glass, trim, latches and rear structure differ between the two shells, while engine, driveline and chassis specifications are given per powertrain.

Engines covered

• 2.8L V6 (173 cu in) — OHV, naturally aspirated, gasoline
• 2.0L inline-four (122 cu in) — OHV, naturally aspirated, gasoline

Body styles covered

• 4-door sedan
• 4-door hatchback

Trims covered

• Base
• LTZ

Known issues on the 1989 Corsica. Six recalls sit on the federal record. The gravest describes styled steel wheels that crack where the spokes meet the rim until a spoke separates and the wheel can leave the vehicle, taking steering and braking with it. Another covers front seat frames with a missing or misplaced weld that can fracture and let the seat shift under the occupant. Two more concern restraints: latch plates that will not engage their buckles, and shoulder belt retractors slow to lock. Of 82 complaints, seat belts lead with 17, ahead of the electrical system at 16 and vehicle speed control at 8.