Nissan Pulsar NX Service & Repair Manual 1983–1990

Service and repair manuals for 8 model years of the Nissan Pulsar NX, 1983 to 1990. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Nissan published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.

Engines across the range: 1.6L I4 — 97 cu in, SOHC · 1.5L I4 — 91 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged · 1.6L I4 — 97 cu in, DOHC · 1.8L I4 — 110 cu in, DOHC.

01 / Model yearsChoose your Pulsar NX year

YearPriceRecallsEnginesTrims
1990 $29.99 1.6L I4 XE Coupe 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door select
1989 $29.99 1.8L I4; 1.6L I4 SE Coupe 2-Door · XE Coupe 2-Door select
1988 $29.99 1.8L I4; 1.6L I4 SE Coupe 2-Door · XE Coupe 2-Door select
1987 $29.99 1.6L I4; 1.6L I4 SE Coupe 2-Door · XE Coupe 2-Door select
1986 $29.99 1.6L I4 Base Coupe 2-Door select
1985 $29.99 1.6L I4 Base Coupe 2-Door select
1984 $29.99 1.6L I4; 1.5L I4 Base Coupe 2-Door · Turbo Coupe 2-Door select
1983 $29.99 1.6L I4; 1.5L I4 Base Coupe 2-Door · Turbo Coupe 2-Door select

Related Nissan models: Nissan Pulsar 1983

02 / InsideSample pages

From the 1990 Pulsar NX manual.

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03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers

  • Quick Lookups 64
  • General Information 1,396
  • Accessories & Equipment 92
  • Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 169
  • Body & Frame 25
  • Maintenance 36
  • Brakes 70
  • Restraints 23
  • Steering 72
  • Electrical 98
  • Suspension 50
  • Engine Mechanical 106
  • Transmission 52
  • Engine Performance 546

04 / Other yearsOther Pulsar NX years

1990 Nissan Pulsar NX · $29.99 select →

Engines: 1.6L I4 — 97 cu in, SOHC. Trims: XE Coupe 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1990 Pulsar NX.

1989 Nissan Pulsar NX · $29.99 select →

Engines: 1.8L I4 — 110 cu in, DOHC; 1.6L I4 — 97 cu in, SOHC. Trims: SE Coupe 2-Door · XE Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1989 Pulsar NX.

1988 Nissan Pulsar NX · $29.99 select →

Engines: 1.8L I4 — 110 cu in, DOHC; 1.6L I4 — 97 cu in, SOHC. Trims: SE Coupe 2-Door · XE Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1988 Pulsar NX.

1987 Nissan Pulsar NX · $29.99 select →

Engines: 1.6L I4 — 97 cu in, DOHC; 1.6L I4 — 97 cu in, SOHC. Trims: SE Coupe 2-Door · XE Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1987 Pulsar NX.

1986 Nissan Pulsar NX · $29.99 select →

Engines: 1.6L I4 — 97 cu in, SOHC. Trims: Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1986 Pulsar NX.

1985 Nissan Pulsar NX · $29.99 select →

Engines: 1.6L I4 — 97 cu in, SOHC. Trims: Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1985 Pulsar NX.

1984 Nissan Pulsar NX · $29.99 select →

Engines: 1.6L I4 — 97 cu in, SOHC; 1.5L I4 — 91 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Coupe 2-Door · Turbo Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1984 Pulsar NX.

1983 Nissan Pulsar NX · $29.99 select →

Engines: 1.6L I4 — 97 cu in, SOHC; 1.5L I4 — 91 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Coupe 2-Door · Turbo Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1983 Pulsar NX.

05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it

OptionWhat you payAfter a year
eManualStore Pulsar NX 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 Pulsar NX manual

Which Pulsar NX years does this manual cover?

Every year from 1983 to 1990 — 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 Nissan Pulsar NX manual or an aftermarket guide?

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

Does it include Pulsar NX wiring diagrams?

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

Why do some Pulsar NX years cost more?

Every Pulsar NX 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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