Chevrolet Sprint Service & Repair Manual 1985–1992

Service and repair manuals for 8 model years of the Chevrolet Sprint, 1985 to 1992. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Chevrolet published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.

Engines across the range: 1.0L I3 — 61 cu in, SOHC · 1.0L I3 — 61 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged.

Federal safety record, all years: 0 recalls, 10 owner complaints and 0 technical service bulletins are logged for the Sprint. Refreshed 2026-08-21.

01 / Model yearsChoose your Sprint year

YearPriceRecallsEnginesTrims
1992 $29.99 1.0L I3; 1.0L I3 Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Hatchback 4-Door · Base Hatchback 2-Door select
1991 $29.99 1.0L I3; 1.0L I3 Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Hatchback 4-Door · Base Hatchback 2-Door select
1990 $29.99 1.0L I3; 1.0L I3 Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Hatchback 4-Door · Base Hatchback 2-Door select
1989 $29.99 1.0L I3; 1.0L I3 Base Hatchback 4-Door · Base Hatchback 2-Door select
1988 $29.99 1.0L I3; 1.0L I3 Metro Hatchback 2-Door · Base Hatchback 4-Door · ER Hatchback 2-Door · Turbo Hatchback 2-Door +1 select
1987 $29.99 1.0L I3; 1.0L I3 Metro Hatchback 2-Door · Base Hatchback 4-Door · ER Hatchback 2-Door · Turbo Hatchback 2-Door +1 select
1986 $29.99 1.0L I3 Plus Hatchback 4-Door · ER Hatchback 2-Door · Base Hatchback 2-Door select
1985 $29.99 1.0L I3 Base Hatchback 2-Door select

02 / InsideSample pages

From the 1988 Sprint manual.

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03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers

  • Quick Lookups 61
  • General Information 1,523
  • Accessories & Equipment 81
  • Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 117
  • Brakes 31
  • Maintenance 39
  • Drivelines & Axles 14
  • Steering 19
  • Electrical 133
  • Suspension 32
  • Engine Mechanical 139
  • Transmission 133
  • Engine Performance 545
  • Le Mans 13
  • Spectrum 22

04 / Other yearsOther Sprint years

1992 Chevrolet Sprint · $29.99 select →

Engines: 1.0L I3 — 61 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged; 1.0L I3 — 61 cu in, SOHC. Trims: Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Hatchback 4-Door · Base Hatchback 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1992 Sprint.

1991 Chevrolet Sprint · $29.99 select →

Engines: 1.0L I3 — 61 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged; 1.0L I3 — 61 cu in, SOHC. Trims: Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Hatchback 4-Door · Base Hatchback 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1991 Sprint. 2 complaints · 0 TSBs.

1990 Chevrolet Sprint · $29.99 select →

Engines: 1.0L I3 — 61 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged; 1.0L I3 — 61 cu in, SOHC. Trims: Base Convertible 2-Door · Base Hatchback 4-Door · Base Hatchback 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1990 Sprint.

1989 Chevrolet Sprint · $29.99 select →

Engines: 1.0L I3 — 61 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged; 1.0L I3 — 61 cu in, SOHC. Trims: Base Hatchback 4-Door · Base Hatchback 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1989 Sprint.

1988 Chevrolet Sprint · $29.99 select →

Engines: 1.0L I3 — 61 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged; 1.0L I3 — 61 cu in, SOHC. Trims: Metro Hatchback 2-Door · Base Hatchback 4-Door · ER Hatchback 2-Door · Turbo Hatchback 2-Door · Base Hatchback 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1988 Sprint. 4 complaints · 0 TSBs.

1987 Chevrolet Sprint · $29.99 select →

Engines: 1.0L I3 — 61 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged; 1.0L I3 — 61 cu in, SOHC. Trims: Metro Hatchback 2-Door · Base Hatchback 4-Door · ER Hatchback 2-Door · Turbo Hatchback 2-Door · Base Hatchback 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1987 Sprint.

1986 Chevrolet Sprint · $29.99 select →

Engines: 1.0L I3 — 61 cu in, SOHC. Trims: Plus Hatchback 4-Door · ER Hatchback 2-Door · Base Hatchback 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1986 Sprint. 3 complaints · 0 TSBs.

1985 Chevrolet Sprint · $29.99 select →

Engines: 1.0L I3 — 61 cu in, SOHC. Trims: Base Hatchback 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1985 Sprint. 1 complaints · 0 TSBs.

05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it

OptionWhat you payAfter a year
eManualStore Sprint manual$29.99 onceStill yours
Per-vehicle online subscriptionfrom $29 / year, renewingPay again or lose access
Library membership services$33 / month, capped$396 spent, nothing kept
Professional shop databases$499–$2,388 / yearRenew or lose access

Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.

FAQQuestions about the Sprint manual

Which Sprint years does this manual cover?

Every year from 1985 to 1992 — 8 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.

Is this the OEM Chevrolet Sprint manual or an aftermarket guide?

The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Chevrolet published for the Sprint, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.

Does it include Sprint wiring diagrams?

Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every Sprint manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.

Why do some Sprint years cost more?

Every Sprint year is $29.99.

Is this a subscription?

No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.

How do I get the manual after purchase?

It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.

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