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Ssangyong Korando, Musso, Musso sports, Rexton, Stavic Technical Manual

If you are wrenching on a Ssangyong and relying on some generic online forum thread for bolt torque, you are asking for a cracked block. I have seen it. This is the factory Labor Time Guide for the Korando, Musso, Musso sports, Rexton, and Stavic – 290 pages of the same documentation that Ssangyong dealers use to bill warranty work. That means every operation has a verified time allowance and the correct procedure sequence. This is the Ssangyong Korando, Musso, Musso sports, Rexton, Stavic Technical Manual you need on your bench, not a reprint from some third-party reseller.

Every time I watch a junior tech guess at a labor rate or skip a step because the aftermarket manual didn’t mention it, I think about the hours wasted and the parts that get damaged. This manual eliminates that. It comes straight from Ssangyong Motor Co., Ltd., Pyungtaek, Korea – the same source that authorizes warranty payments. The section index alone tells you what you are dealing with: ENGINE (split into Diesel page D-19, Gasoline page G-103), SUSPENSION (2-177), DRIVE LINE & AXLE (3-213), BRAKES (4-221), TRANSMISSION & TRANSFER CASE (5-251), STEERING (6-319), H.V.A.C (7-335), RESTRAINTS (8-355), BODY & ACCESSORIES (9-369), PAINT (10-513), and OTHERS (11-526). That is coverage, not a pamphlet.

What This Manual Actually Covers – Section by Section

Look at the index: ENGINE – two separate sections for diesel and gasoline because the labor times and operations differ. SUSPENSION – page 2-177 includes front and rear suspension, alignment times, strut replacement labor. TRANSMISSION & TRANSFER CASE – page 5-251 covers removal, overhaul, and installation with the exact time Ssangyong allows. This is not a generic “remove and replace” – it distinguishes Major Operations (seven-digit codes ending with 0) from Supplementary Operations (adds – additional time when you do multiple jobs). If you are replacing a clutch and also doing a rear main seal, you need to know the adds. That is in here, page 5 of the general information section.

The Labor Time System – Why It Matters on the Job

Page 5 of the manual explains the types of operation: Major Operation and Supplementary Operation. A Major Operation time allowance is sufficient to do the work described as a single operation. But when you stack procedures – for example, pulling the transmission and also changing the transfer case – you need the supplementary times so you are not shorted on billing or rushing the work. Techs who ignore supplementary times end up cutting corners or losing money. This manual gives you the exact structure. The time allowances come from Ssangyong’s own time studies, updated as methods change. That means you can trust the numbers.

Engine Section – Diesel and Gasoline Separated

If you are working on a Musso diesel or a Rexton gasoline, the labor codes are different. The manual splits them: Diesel operations start at page D-19, Gasoline at page G-103. Need to know the time to R&R a cylinder head on the 2.9L diesel? Look up the operation code in the D section. No cross-referencing multiple books. The codes are seven digits, and the layout is designed for fast lookup with illustrations. You do not waste time flipping pages. This is how Ssangyong trains its own dealer techs.

Suspension and Steering – Alignment and Labor Specs

Page 2-177 covers suspension. For a Korando with a wandering front end, you need the correct alignment time and procedure. The manual includes front and rear suspension labor – control arms, struts, springs, stabilizer bars. Steering is section 6 starting page 6-319 – gearbox, pump, column. Every operation has a code and a time. Aftermarket manuals often merge steering and suspension into one vague list. This does not.

Transmission, Transfer Case, and Driveline – No Guesswork on Pulls

The TRANSMISSION & TRANSFER CASE section (page 5-251) is where you will spend time if you are swapping a transmission in a Stavic or rebuilding a transfer case in a Musso Sports. Labor times include removal, disassembly, assembly, and installation separately. Need to know the time to remove the transfer case on a part-time 4WD system? It is listed. DRIVE LINE & AXLE (page 3-213) covers axle shafts, differentials, and propeller shafts. All factory-specified.

Is This Manual Right for Your Ssangyong?

This is designed for the Korando, Musso, Musso Sports, Rexton, and Stavic models. If you are a DIY owner doing your own major repairs – like an engine swap or transmission rebuild – you need the labor times to plan your work and to know what the dealer would charge. If you are a professional shop quoting work on a Ssangyong, you need this to bill warranty jobs correctly. It is also used for campaign adjustments and policy work. Note: This is the Labor Time Guide, not a full service manual with step-by-step repair procedures. For that, pair it with the SsangYong Korando 2010 Service Manual or the SsangYong Korando 2010 Audio System Technical Manual. Another related resource is the Ssangyong Kyron 2005 Technical Manual – 1105 Pages Factory Specs for sister models.

Source Authenticity – OEM Factory Document, Not Aftermarket

This is the exact PDF that SsangYong Motor Co. distributes to its authorized dealers. It contains the foreword stating it is intended for computing warranty compensation. That is the level of specificity you do not get from aftermarket reprints. The aftermarket guys copy it, but they often drop pages or misalign the operation codes. I have seen it. You pay once for the real one, and you never second-guess a number. For industry context, see Automotive Industry Overview and note that even Toyota’s owner site ( Automotive Industry Overview ) does not publish labor times at this level. This is dealer-level data.

FAQ

Does this manual include torque specifications?

No. This is a labor time guide – it gives operation codes and time allowances, not torque values. You need the factory service manual for torque specs. Check the SsangYong Korando 2010 Service Manual for those.

Can I use this to repair my Musso sports transmission?

Not directly. It tells you the labor time for removal, overhaul, and installation, but not the step-by-step procedure. Use it to plan your job and estimate hours.

Will this work for a 2004 Rexton?

It covers the Rexton model line. The labor codes are based on Ssangyong’s standard times. Some updates may exist, but the majority of operations apply across model years. Cross-reference with your VIN if you need exact compatibility.

How many pages is it and what format?

It is 290 pages, PDF format. The table of contents is linked for navigation. You get the exact same document as the dealers.

If you are tired of hunting for factory data on a Ssangyong, stop guessing. Access the Factory Manual and put these 290 pages on your tablet or printed binder. Your engine, suspension, and transmission work will have correct labor times – and you will stop wasting billable hours.