New Haynes manual for Nissan Micra

Easily recognisable by its 'bug eye' headlights, the third generation Nissan Micra is formally known as the K12 range and was sold in the UK from 2003 to September 2007. During this time, sales figures exceeded 150,000, which means this modern, well-designed 'supermini' is plentiful on garage forecourts.

Micras are a good purchase for the home mechanic as they are straightforward to maintain and repair – Nissan incorporated design features to reduce the cost of ownership and most of the items requiring frequent attention are easily accessible.

With this in mind, Haynes has just published one of its famous manuals for the Nissan Micra hatchback (K12) with 997cc (1.0-litre), 1240cc (1.2-litre) or 1386cc (1.4-litre) CR petrol engines. The new manual is an essential companion for all owners of Micras as it includes sections on weekly checks, routine maintenance and servicing plus more involved repairs to the engine, brakes, suspension and electrical system. If you just want to replace a worn wiper blade or check your tyre pressures, this Haynes manual will tell you how. If you fancy tackling a clutch replacement, this Haynes manual will guide you through that operation too.

It is written in plain English and there are many illustrations and diagrams to aid understanding. Each task is rated for complexity so that you can judge whether it is within your capabilities. This Haynes manual also tells you what tools are required, how to avoid buying specialist equipment and includes tips for making jobs easier. A reference section includes fault-finding charts, MOT test checks and other useful information.

As with all Haynes manuals, the new manual was written and illustrated following the complete stripdown and re-assembly of a car. The new Haynes manual for the Nissan Micra covers Nissan Micra three-door and five-door hatchback (K12) models with petrol engines and five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission; it does not cover diesel engines or C+C convertible models.

Rightly, Haynes manuals have an enviable reputation worldwide for precise, extensively illustrated instructions to enable owners to undertake everything from simple tasks to major overhauls – and avoid costly garage bills. Such is the popularity of Haynes manuals that worldwide sales have exceeded a staggering 150 million.

Haynes Manuals retail at £18.99 (hardback) and are available from haynes.co.uk or from all good automotive accessory retailers and bookshops including Halfords and Motor World.