About the Daihatsu Charade Intake Manifold
Daihatsu Charade had BRIEF US market: 1988-1992 only (4 years), then Daihatsu WITHDREW from US market entirely and has NOT returned. Globally Charade produced 1977-2000 across 4 generations but US market was limited to G100/G102 (3rd gen) 1988-1992. Daihatsu = Toyota subsidiary since 1998 majority/2016 full.
US-spec engines: 1.0L CB-series 3-cyl (~50 HP, base, fuel economy focus, iconic CB engine), 1.3L HC-series 4-cyl (later US years, higher-performance). US body styles: 3-door hatchback (most common), 4-door sedan.
Intake manifold = engine air distribution component. Delivers air to cylinders through runners, houses injectors and sensors. Vintage parts sourcing 14-30 days, may require international sources from countries where Charade continued through 2000. We inspect for cracks, gasket surfaces, runner integrity.
Daihatsu Brand Context
- Founded 1907: One of Japan's oldest auto companies
- Headquartered: Ikeda Osaka Japan
- Specialty: Small cars and kei vehicles
- Toyota acquisition: Majority 1998, full subsidiary 2016
- Toyota relationship: Some shared parts, some rebadge models
Charade US Market Coverage
- US sales era: 1988-1992 (4 years only)
- US chassis: G100/G102 (3rd generation)
- US withdrawal: After 1992 model year, never returned
- Withdrawal reasons: Limited sales vs Toyota/Honda/Nissan, yen exchange pressures
- Global production continued: Through 2000 in other markets
Vehicle Compatibility
US-Market Years and Engines:
| Daihatsu Charade 1988 | First US-market year |
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| Daihatsu Charade 1989 |
| Daihatsu Charade 1990 |
| Daihatsu Charade 1991 |
| Daihatsu Charade 1992 | Last US-market year, Daihatsu withdrew |
| G100 Chassis | Earlier US years |
| G102 Chassis | Later US years |
| 1.0L CB 3-cyl | Base engine, fuel economy |
| 1.3L HC 4-cyl | Later US years, performance variant |
| 3-Door Hatchback | Most common US body |
| 4-Door Sedan | Some US years |
| NOT Compatible Pre-1988 or Post-1992 Charade | Different generations, not US |
| NOT Compatible Other Daihatsu Models | Rocky, Hijet etc. different vehicles |
Condition and Inspection
- No cracks verified critical for vacuum and air sealing
Gasket surfaces flat and unmarred
No damage to runners
Sensor and fuel injector mounting bosses intact
Throttle body mounting surface
Vacuum port integrity
- EGR port integrity where applicable
- Engine variant verified 1.0L CB or 1.3L HC
- Generation verified G100/G102
- Donor vehicle disclosed Year, engine, body, mileage
Cleaned of debris
Packaged with port protection
- For Daihatsu Charade intake manifold (brief US market specialty)
- Brief US market vehicle expertise (1988-1992 only)
- Daihatsu brand context (Toyota subsidiary)
- Both engine variants supported (1.0L CB, 1.3L HC)
- Both body styles (3-door hatch, 4-door sedan)
- G100 and G102 chassis coverage
- International donor sourcing capability
- Daihatsu/Toyota relationship understanding
- Vintage Japanese subcompact specialist
- No cracks verified
- Gasket surfaces inspected
- Sensor and injector bosses verified
- Authentic Daihatsu OEM
- Daihatsu specialty network
- Donor vehicle disclosed
- Free shipping all 50 states
- 15 day replacement warranty
- No core charge
Why did Daihatsu leave the US market in 1992?
Multiple factors: (1) Limited sales success vs larger Japanese brands - Daihatsu was small player against Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Mazda, Subaru, Mitsuboshi who had broader product lines and stronger dealer networks. (2) Yen exchange rate pressures - the strong yen vs dollar in early 1990s made small affordable Japanese cars expensive to import and unprofitable. (3) Limited product range - Daihatsu offered only Charade and Rocky in US (vs Toyota's full lineup), not enough to sustain US dealer network. (4) Higher US safety/emissions standards required investment in compliance for small sales volumes. Daihatsu chose to focus on Japan and emerging markets rather than continue US presence. Has not returned since.
I have a 1990 Charade with 1.0L 3-cyl. What intake manifold fits?
You need the CB-series 1.0L 3-cyl intake manifold. The CB engine was Daihatsu's iconic 3-cylinder fuel-economy engine used in the Charade. This intake manifold is specific to the 3-cylinder configuration with 3 individual runners. Different from the later 1.3L HC 4-cyl manifold which has 4 runners. Confirm your engine displacement at order so we match correct manifold.
Is Daihatsu still in business?
YES, Daihatsu is still operating, just not in US market. Daihatsu Motor Co. Ltd. continues operating from Japan, primarily selling: (1) Kei vehicles in Japan (Hijet, Mira, Move, Tanto, etc.) - Daihatsu is major kei vehicle producer. (2) Small cars in international markets (Asia, Latin America). (3) Some models rebadged as Toyota (Toyota Passo, Toyota Pixis lineup). Since 2016, Daihatsu has been full Toyota subsidiary. Note: Daihatsu had safety certification scandal 2023-2024 leading to temporary production suspensions. Brand is recovering.
How is Daihatsu related to Toyota?
Daihatsu is now a Toyota Motor Corporation subsidiary. Timeline: (1) 1907: Daihatsu founded as Hatsudoki Seizo Co. (changed to Daihatsu Motor Co. 1951). (2) 1967: Toyota and Daihatsu began business cooperation. (3) 1998: Toyota acquired majority stake in Daihatsu. (4) 2016: Toyota acquired remaining shares, Daihatsu became full subsidiary. (5) Present: Daihatsu operates as Toyota Group company, similar to Lexus, Hino Motors. Some Daihatsu vehicles share parts/platforms with Toyota, some are sold under both badges in different markets.
How do I install the intake manifold?
Moderate work: (1) Depressurize fuel system (if EFI). (2) Disconnect battery negative. (3) Remove air intake, throttle body. (4) Disconnect fuel rail and injectors. (5) Disconnect all sensors, vacuum lines, EGR if applicable. (6) Remove manifold mounting bolts (typically 4-8). (7) Carefully remove old manifold. (8) Clean cylinder head gasket surface thoroughly. (9) Install new gasket (often included or sold separately). (10) Install new manifold, tighten bolts in proper sequence to specified torque. (11) Reconnect fuel rail, sensors, vacuum lines, throttle body, air intake. (12) Restart fuel system. (13) Check for leaks at startup. 2-4 hours typical.
Why is sourcing taking so long?
Daihatsu Charade is 30+ years old in US market and had only 4 years of US sales (limited donor pool). Sourcing options: (1) Limited US donor pool - few Charades remain operational in US. (2) International sources - Charade continued production through 2000 in Latin America, Europe, Asia, so donor vehicles available there. (3) NOS stock from international Daihatsu specialists. International sourcing adds 7-14 days shipping plus customs clearance. Total 14-30 business days typical. Sometimes faster if US-based vintage Japanese parts dealer has stock.
Will Toyota dealer parts work?
Generally NO for US-market Charade. While Daihatsu is now Toyota subsidiary, this relationship started 1998 (after Charade left US market). Toyota dealers in US don't stock Daihatsu Charade parts. Some Daihatsu vehicles share components with Toyota (post-2000 era), but Charade was Daihatsu-specific and Toyota dealers won't have these parts. Specialty Daihatsu parts suppliers (international primarily) are the source. Some aftermarket Japanese parts suppliers may stock vintage Daihatsu parts.
How does shipping work?
Free shipping to all 50 US states once part sourced and inspected. Intake manifold weighs 5-10 lbs in padded box. UPS or FedEx Ground for US transit (3-7 days). International sourcing transit 7-14 days before US arrival. Total 14-30 business days from order to delivery typical. Bubble wrap, ports protected to prevent damage.
