1989 Dodge 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.
Designed for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and reference wiring diagrams and system sections quickly while you work.
What’s included
- Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
- Specifications and reference data (where provided)
- Wiring diagrams and electrical sections
- Powertrain, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC and more
Trims covered
- 200 LX Hatchback 2-Door
- 200 E Sedan 4-Door
- 200 LX Sedan 4-Door
- E Hatchback 2-Door
- 200 E Hatchback 2-Door
- 100 E Hatchback 2-Door
- 200 DL Hatchback 2-Door
- 100 DL Sedan 4-Door
- Base Hatchback 2-Door
- GT Hatchback 2-Door
- 100 LX Sedan 4-Door
- Vista Wagon 4-Door
- 100 E Sedan 4-Door
- 200 DL Sedan 4-Door
- 100 DL Hatchback 2-Door
- DL Wagon 4-Door
- 100 LX Hatchback 2-Door
Engines covered
- 1.5L 1468CC 90Cu. In. l4 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
- 1.6L 1597CC 98Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
- 1.6L 1597CC 98Cu. In. l4 GAS SOHC Turbocharged
- 1.6L 1597CC 98Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Turbocharged
- 2.0L 1997CC 122Cu. In. l4 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
- 1.8L 1754CC 107Cu. 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
SUBJECT REGARDING WIRE SPLICE REPAIRS. *SB
SUBJECT ON THE CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *MJS
SUBJECT REGARDING CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A REVISED WIRE SPLICE PROCEDURE AND RELATED PARTS. *TT
CONSUMER WAS DRIVING ABOUT 45 MPH AND WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT, AND THE SEAT BELTS ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE DID NOT CATCH. THE SHOULDER BELT WENT FORWARD WITH OWNER AND THE LAP BELT BROKE. MANUF
MAKING LEFT TURN, DRUNK DRIVER RAN RED LIGHT, HIT VEHICLE ON DRIVER SIDE, SEAT BELT DID NOT LOCK UP, DRIVER WAS STRUNG AROUND IN CAR. *AK
THE DRIVER'S SIDE AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT SYSTEM HAS LOCKED UP AND WON'T MOVE. IT IS NOT IN THE LATCHED POSITION. *AK
WHEN THE HEADLIGHTS ARE ON AND WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES THE RIGHT REAR TAIL LIGHTS GO OUT, CAUSE UNKNOWN. *AK
RECALL # 95V103003, CONTACTED DEALER IN JAN OF 97. PART HAS BEEN ON BACK ORDER FOR (7) MONTHS. *AK
Showing the 5 most serious of 37 complaints filed with NHTSA.
