Mercury Zephyr (1978-1983): Service and Repair Manuals

Ford Fairmont / Mercury Zephyr (1978-1983) | Chilton Repair Manual

Chilton Repair Manual for the Ford Fairmont and Mercury Zephyr.

Model years: 1978-1983.

This Chilton workshop manual on the Ford Fairmont and Mercury Zephyr covers maintenance and repair of the gasoline engines (distribution, camshaft, inlet and outlet valves, cylinder head, crankshaft, lubricating system and gaskets).
It also addresses the cooling, air conditioning, fuel system, exhaust and the electrical system. Additionally, it covers work on other components, such as the clutch, transmission (only removal and installation), front and rear axles, springs and shock absorbers, the steering system, brakes and body.

• Covers U.S. and Canadian models.
• Includes technical specifications, adjustment data, torque wrench settings and wiring diagrams.
• Tables for troubleshooting and identification of models and engines.

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Ford Fairmont / Mercury Zephyr (1978-1983) | Haynes Repair Manual

Haynes Repair Manual on the Ford Fairmont and Mercury Zephyr 2-door, 4-door, Coupé and station wagon.

Gasoline engines:
- 4 cylinders - 2.3 litre (incl. Turbo)
- 6 cylinders - 3.3 litre
- V8 - 4.2 and 5.0 litre.

Model years: 1978-1983.

This Haynes manual for the Fairmont and Mercury Zephyr guides you through the maintenance and repair of the gasoline engines (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals, and crankshaft).
It also includes procedures for the cooling, air conditioning, fuel system, exhaust plus the starting and charging system. Additionally, it covers work on the clutch, gearbox (removal and installation), propshafts, braking system, suspension, steering box, body, interior and electrical system.

• Step-by-step instructions with detailed photos.
• Covers U.S. and Canadian models.
• Based on a complete strip-down and rebuild.
• Includes a maintenance schedule, technical specifications, torque wrench settings and troubleshooting tables.
• Clear and detailed wiring diagrams.

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