The Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire 346, produced between 1953 and 1958, represents a significant chapter in British luxury automotive engineering. This model, available across two generations, offered a compelling blend of performance and comfort, competing in the premium market against established marques. Key features included a robust inline six-cylinder engine, a spacious and refined interior, and the distinctive availability of a preselector gearbox, a testament to Armstrong Siddeley's heritage in advanced mechanical design. Its engineering quality and reliability contributed to its reputation as a well-built and capable luxury vehicle of its era.
This comprehensive workshop manual provides detailed guidance for the maintenance and repair of the Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire 346. It covers all essential mechanical and electrical systems, including the engine, lubrication, fuel, preselector and synchromesh gearboxes, drivetrain, suspension, braking, and steering. The manual also details electrical components such as the dynamo, starter, and lighting. Its scope ranges from routine maintenance procedures like oil changes and valve adjustments to major overhauls and troubleshooting complex issues, making it an indispensable resource for owners and technicians dedicated to preserving the integrity and performance of this classic automobile.
This comprehensive workshop manual is the exact same manual issued by Armstrong Siddeley to their dealers and technicians.
Suitable for the home workshop mechanic or professional technician this manual will help you maintain your Armstrong Siddeley.
This manual is suitable for the Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire 346 models manufactured between 1953 and 1958.
Below is a list of topics covered in this Armstrong Siddeley manual:
Fully Bookmarked & Interactive Index
Technical Service Data
Engine
Engine Lubrication
Carburettor
Decarbonising and Valve Grinding
Centrifugal Clutch
Preselector Gearbox
Clutch for Synchromesh Gearbox
Synchromesh Gearbox
Automatic Gearbox
Propeller Shaft
Rear Axle
Front Wheel
Suspension
Braking System
Steering Gear
Wheels, Tyres & Jacking
Battery
Dynamo
Starter
Distributor
Control Box
Lamps
Trafficators
Windscreen Wiper
Electric Horns
Preselector Gear Change Mechanism
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This comprehensive workshop manual is the exact same manual issued by Armstrong Siddeley to their dealers and technicians.
Suitable for the home workshop mechanic or professional technician this manual will help you maintain your Armstrong Siddeley.
This manual is suitable for the Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire 346 models manufactured between 1953 and 1958.
Below is a list of topics covered in this Armstrong Siddeley manual:
Fully Bookmarked & Interactive Index
Technical Service Data
Engine
Engine Lubrication
Carburettor
Decarbonising and Valve Grinding
Centrifugal Clutch
Preselector Gearbox
Clutch for Synchromesh Gearbox
Synchromesh Gearbox
Automatic Gearbox
Propeller Shaft
Rear Axle
Front Wheel
Suspension
Braking System
Steering Gear
Wheels, Tyres & Jacking
Battery
Dynamo
Starter
Distributor
Control Box
Lamps
Trafficators
Windscreen Wiper
Electric Horns
Preselector Gear Change Mechanism
Adobe Reader is required to read this file. You can download it free from
