Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1979 Colt.
The 1979 Dodge Colt Overview serves as the primary identifier, though the available data omits specific technical details regarding its body, platform, and engine configuration. Standout specifications are unavailable, while the model complaint history is restricted to the 1990-1996 period, documenting a range from 2 complaints in 1996 to 120 in 1993. This gap prevents a concrete assessment of where the 1979 model sits in the reported reliability history, leaving its standing undefined based strictly on the provided figures.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 162.6 in |
| Overall width | 60.2 in |
| Overall height | 52.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 92.1 in |
| Curb weight | 2101 lb |
Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.
| Tool required | DRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith) |
| Why | Transmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module |
| When needed | After Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement |
| Tool required | DRBIII scan tool |
| Also required | The vehicle's four-digit PIN code |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.
Showing 1 of 1 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09-15A-79REV | 1980-05-01 | Engine And Engine Cooling | UNKNOWN |
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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