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» How To.....Replace the Radio/CD, by Wullufdude |
Editor's Note: the supplied unit in the Copen (a Clarion DB188RMP in my case) is approximately 177mm wide by 50mm high by 167mm deep (including the fascia). The size is supposedly standard single DIN. It's most likely the depth that you will need to check, as there are reports that some units stick out a bit from the dash. You may be able to fit a slightly deeper unit than the supplied one, but this hasn't been verified.
Step 1:
Remove the faceplate you have on your existing stereo, open the glove box, then reach up inside and pop the top left clip of the fascia panel out. It takes a bit of force, so be sturdy with it, while being careful not to bend it too far out.
Step 2:
Run a flat object (preferably not a sharp one, I used a teaspoon handle because it had rounded edges) along the top of the panel from left to right until the top right clip pops free.
Step 3:
Next slide your lever down one side of the panel at a time until the centre clip on each side pops free. These are relatively easy to get free.
Step 4:
Staying on the sides of the panel, run your lever down each side to the bottom to pop the left and right bottom clips out. Be patient, they will work their way out. At this point I stress DO NOT bend the panel downwards from the top, as this will snap the two clips. Keep working from the sides with the lever.
Step 5:
Undo the four screws holding the stereo/clock/cubbyhole mount into the dashboard. Unplug the wire from the rear of the clock, and any wires connected into the back of the stereo. If you have trouble remembering where stuff goes, it can be helpful to use a bit of tape to label wires/connectors.
Step 6:
Undo the two screws on the side of the stereo mounting. If you are planning to fit a twin DIN size stereo (e.g. a DVD player or such) then unscrew the cubbyhole and clock from the cage as well.
Step 7:
Fit the new stereo into the mounting cage from the Copen. In the picture you will notice I fitted another two screws to hold the stereo into the mounting. This isn't a necessity, but will hold your stereo steadier.
Step 8:
Connect the wiring into the new stereo and re-connect your clock. For the Sony stereo we didn't need a wiring adapter, it was a straight fit. This is a good thing to check before attempting a stereo change; any good store will tell you what you need. At this point it is a good idea to check the trim that fits on the front of your stereo to see if you need to make any adjustments before you have screwed it all down.
Step 9:
Turn on your ignition and try all the functions of the Stereo. This is worth doing because if you have a fault or a disconnected wire, you will find out, and therefore will not have to unclip and unscrew everything again. Turn the ignition off halfway through a track, then turn it back on, and check that your new stereo remembers where it left off.
Step 10:
Screw the mounting back into the dash, tighten these firmly, but don't go all hulk on them, you don't want to strip the threads.
Step 11:
Starting with the bottom two clips, working up, gently pop your fascia panel back in. The clips will locate themselves, you may need to be fairly firm with the top two clips.
Step 12:
The finished article, pop the surrounding trim onto the stereo, then the faceplate, turn on and have a play!
Step 13:
GO DRIVE IT.
Put your favourite track on, start her up, and go for a drive, preferably with the top down.
N.B. this step is not mandatory, but is strongly advised. 
Contributed by Wullufdude
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» How To.....Fix Roof Rattles |
Step 1:
Put your roof up.
Step 2:
Release the catch as if your roof is going down.
Step 3:
Locate a hook which will now be in a 45 degree position.
Step 4:
In the middle is a hexagonal rod which should have a spot of paint on the flat side facing you. This is to indicate the initial setting.
Step 5:
Reach up behind this rod and pull down the plastic clip (red arrow). It is hinged at the bottom and designed to stop the hexagonal rod from undoing itself.
Step 6:
Turn the rod with your fingers until the next flat face is in front of you (green arrow). Note: If you don't do this the plastic clip won't fit back in place.
Step 7:
Try closing the mechanism. Ideally it should be smooth and you should see a tiny amount of movement with the roof being pulled towards the windscreen top.
* If the movement requires force or is stiff and the roof moves a lot, you have turned the hex rod the WRONG way.
** You will increase wear and tear on the seals and mechanism. If there is no resistance and the roof does not move at all, it is probably too loose and will rattle again.
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» How To.....Replace the Seatbelt Guides |
The plastic seatbelt guides on the Copen are not particularly attractive, and the seatbelts don't fit very well. Replacing the guides with better ones is very easy, and only takes about 10 minutes. Probably the hardest part is buying them!
Step 1: Purchasing
I bought the chrome guides made by Japanese company Kumoi Motors.
They can be purchased from Boom Enterprises. Simply send an email to info@boom-enterprises.com stating that you want to buy chrome Daihatsu Copen seatbelt guides. You'll get a reply back with a photo to confirm that it's the right part, along with a quote.
At the time of writing (February 2010) the cost was 12,000 Japanese Yen, and shipping to the UK was an additional 2,800 Yen. The simplest way to pay is via Paypal , for which there is an additional 5% surcharge. If you send your Paypal email address, Boom Enterprises will send a request for the payment direct to your Paypal account. You'll pay in Japanese Yen and Paypal will convert it to your local currency. In my case, the total cost was £111.01.
Note that you may also have to pay import duties and/or tax when they arrive. In my case, the additional charge (including a rather steep £13.50 processing fee imposed by Parcel Force) was £31.49, giving a total cost of £142.50. This may seem quite expensive, but they are good quality items and I think it's worth it to have some seatbelt guides that look good and which don't keep snagging!
About a week after placing the order, a letter arrived from Parcel Force inviting me to pay the import duties, which you can do via phone or the internet.
A couple of days later, this rather nice box arrived:
Step 2: Fitting
Fitting is extremely easy! Start by pulling the seats forward so you can easily unscrew the existing guides. You'll need to pull down the little plastic flap to get at the bottom screw
Step 3:
There's a square washer to thread underneath the seat cover before you can fix the new guides into place using the provided screws. You'll need an allen key to do this, and they're designed to fit the existing holes.
Step 4:
After fixing the guides in place, thread your seatbelts through, then stand back and admire. Simple!
Contributed by rushmere
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» Reviews of the current (1298cc) Copen model |
Parker's
"Great fun to drive, metal folding roof, cheeky styling, economical engine."
What Car
"The funky Copen offers a folding metal roof and open-air fun at a bargain price."
Car Pages
"Every home should have one of these - if only as a pet!"
Tiscali Motoring
"In terms of smiles per mile, it rates highly against all the other cars I've driven this year."
Car Magazine
"It serves up the same thrills as MGs and Austin Healeys of the 1960s."
The Guardian
"It turns the mundane into something magical."
Yahoo! Cars
"It takes a special type of person to take the plunge and buy a Copen because it's just so different."
driveblog.co.uk
"I also found that it comes with a free smile, which was fixed to my face all the time I drove the Copen."
Auto Trader
"The Copen has a seriously bold design."
The Telegraph
"More fun, less money."
autoblog
"Cute, timeless looks, effortless electric metal folding roof and nimble handling."
motors.co.uk
"Be warned: the Copen is addictive – drive it and you’ll be nagging yourself to get one."
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» Reviews of the original (659cc) Copen model |
Auto Express (long term test)
"I hope whoever has the little two-seater next enjoys it as much as I have."
The Guardian
"You won't know whether to drive the Daihatsu Copen or give it a cuddle."
The Telegraph
"I found the driving experience tremendously appealing."
Yahoo! Cars
"A 660cc dose of happiness every morning just has to be a good thing."
The Independent
"Any snags? Of course not, this is a Daihatsu with an unrivalled reputation for reliability."
The Sunday Times
"The little Daihatsu is fun to drive and to be in."
4Car
"Verdict: Accept the Copen for what it is - and enjoy."
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