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REPAIR 2.Disconnect 2 Lucar connectors from thermostat.
3.Position wiring aside.
4.Remove 2 screws securing heater pipe bracket
and position pipes aside.
5.Remove 10 clips retaining upper and lower
casings.
6.Remove 5 screws retaining upper casing.
7.Remove lower casing and evaporator.
8.Remove 4 clips securing evaporator top cover.
9.Remove evaporator top cover.
10.Remove thermostat sensor from evaporator
matrix.
11.Remove evaporator assembly from lower casing.
12.Remove bulkhead seal from case.
Expansion valve
13.Remove insulation from evaporator and
expansion valve connections.
14.Remove expansion valve sensor retaining clip.
15.Unscrew 2 pipe unions. Discard 'O' ring seals.
CAUTION: Use a second wrench to
support pipe adapters and plug
connections.
16.Remove expansion valve.
17.Unscrew pipe union. Discard 'O' ring seal.
18.Remove evaporator pipe.
Refit
19.Reverse removal procedure. Use new 'O' rings,
insulation and bulkhead seal.
NOTE: Use refrigerant oil on all 'O' rings
and mating surfaces. Tighten connection
See Specifications, torque, Torque Values
20.Wrap all exposed metal at hose connections with
prestite tape.
21.Evacuate and recharge system.
See
Adjustment, Refrigerant Recovery Recycling
Recharging
22.Leak test any disturbed joints.See Adjustment,
Leak Test System
23.Perform a functional check.
24.Disconnect service unit.
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WIPERS AND WASHERS
1
FAULT DIAGNOSIS WIPER MOTOR CHECKING
NOTE: These instructions apply to
windscreen and rear window wiper motor.
If unsatisfactory operation of wiping equipment is
experienced, a systematic check to determine fault
should be carried out:
1.Check blades for signs of excessive friction. This
reduces wiping speed of motor and cause
increased current draw which may damage
armature. Check by substitution.
2.Check windscreen wiper motor light running
current and speed with motor coupling link
disconnected from wiper shaft transmission
linkage.
Check rear window glass wiper motor with wiper
connected and glass wet. Connect an ammeter in
series with motor supply. Measure current
consumption when motor is switched on. Check
operating speed by timing speed of rotation of motor
coupling link. The results should compare with figures
given in 'General Specification Data'.
NOTE: If vehicle wiring connections are
disconnected and an alternative supply
source is applied it is essential that
correct polarity is observed. Failure to observe
this will cause motor to rotate in reverse direction,
which may result in limit switch contacts being
damaged.
3.If motor does not run satisfactorily or takes
higher than normal current, a fault exists and
must be remedied.
4.If current consumption and speed of motor are
satisfactory. A check should be carried out for
proper functioning of transmission linkage and
wiper arm shafts.
NOTE: Service parts are not available for
windscreen and rear window wiper motors
with exception of windscreen wiper rotary
connecting link.
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86ELECTRICAL
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FAULT DIAGNOSIS LUCAS CONSTANT ENERGY IGNITION SYSTEM -
V8i
Preliminary checks
Inspect battery cables and connections to ensure they
are clean and tight. Check electrical condition of
battery.
Inspect all L.T. connections, ensure they are clean
and tight. Check H.T. leads are correctly positioned
and not shorting to ground against any engine
components. Wiring harness and individual cables
should be firmly fastened to prevent chaffing.
Pick-up air gap
Check air gap between pick-up limb and reluctor teeth
is 0.20 - 0.35 mm, using a non-ferrous gauge.
NOTE: Air gap is set initially at factory and
will only require adjusting if tampered with
or when pick-up module is replaced.
TEST 1:
H.T. Sparking
Remove coil/distributor H.T. lead from distributor
cover and hold approximately 6mm from engine block,
using suitable insulated pliers. Switch ignition 'On' and
operate starter.
Regular sparking indicates fault in H.T. distribution,
plugs, timing or fuelling, proceed to Test 6. If no spark
or weak spark occurs proceed to Test 2.TEST 2:
L.T. Voltage
Switch ignition 'On' - engine stationary.
(a) Connect voltmeter to points in circuit indicated
by V1 to V4 and make a note of voltage
readings.
(b) Compare voltages obtained with specified
values listed below:
Expected readings
V1 More than 12 volts.
V2 1 volt maximum below volts at V1.
V3 1 volt maximum below volts at V1.
V4 0 volt - 0.1 volt.
(c) If all readings are correct proceed to Test 3.
(d) Check incorrect reading(s) with chart to identify
area of possible faults, i.e. faults listed under
heading SUSPECT and rectify.
(e) If coil and amplifier is suspected, disconnect L.T.
lead at coil, repeat V3. If voltage is still incorrect,
fit new coil. If voltage is now correct, check L.T.
lead, if satisfactory fit new amplifier.
(f) If engine will not start proceed to Test 3.
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ELECTRICAL
3
FAULT DIAGNOSIS 1 2 3 4 SUSPECT
L * * * DISCHARGED BATTERY
* L L * IGN. SWITCH AND/OR
WIRING
* * L * COIL OR AMPLIFIER
* * * H AMPLIFIER GROUND
Key
*Expected Voltage
HVoltage higher than expected
LVoltage lower than expectedTEST 3:
Amplifier Switching
Connect voltmeter between battery positive (+ve)
terminal and H.T. coil negative (-ve) terminal.
Voltmeter should register 0 volts.
Switch ignition 'On', voltmeter should still register 0
volts.
Crank engine, voltmeter reading should increase
when cranking, in which case proceed to Test 5.
If no increase in voltage during cranking proceed to
Test 4.
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ELECTRICAL
9
REPAIR
7.Disconnect wiring solenoid to multiplug.
8.Remove circlip and retainer plate.
9.Remove clip and centre sleeve.
10.Refit clip into groove on spindle and lever
against it to remove solenoid from housing.
Refit
11.Fit solenoid with wiring positioned into side cover
recess.
12.Fit sleeve and new clip.
13.Fit retaining plate and circlip.
14.Connect wiring to multiplug.
15.Apply sealant and fit side cover to housing. Use
Silcoset 152 sealant or equivalent.
16.Grease all moving parts of gear selector
mechanism. Use Rocol E1A or equivalent
grease.
17.Reverse removal procedure. 1 to 5.Interlock microswitch onto castellated plate.
Remove
1.Disconnect battery negative lead.
2.Remove gear selector head and illumination
panel
See CHASSIS AND BODY, Repair,
Centre console
3.Disconnect electrical multiplug.
4.Remove screws and lift gear selector
mechanism above housing.
5.Remove screws from microswitch support
bracket.
6.Remove screws and separate side cover from
housing.
7.Disconnect wiring microswitch to multiplug.
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REPAIR
8.Remove 3 clips as shown.
9.Slide trunnion forward and remove gear selector
arm.
10.Remove bolts securing coxcomb.
11.Remove microswitch retaining clip and
microswitch.Refit
12.Reverse removal procedure, correctly
positioning microswitch.
13.Apply Loctite 242E to castellated plate bolts.
Tighten to
9Nm.
14.Grease all moving parts of gear selector
mechanism. Use Rocol E1A or equivalent
grease.
15.Apply Silcoset 152 sealant or equivalent and fit
side cover to housing.
Interlock microswitch onto side cover
Remove
1.Disconnect battery negative lead.
2.Remove gear selector head and illumination
panel
See CHASSIS AND BODY, Repair,
Centre console
3.Disconnect electrical multiplug.
4.Remove screws from microswitch support
bracket.
5.Disconnect wiring microswitch to multiplug.
Refit
6.Reverse removal procedure. Correctly
positioning microswitch.
7.Grease all moving parts of gear selector
mechanism. Use Rocol E1A or equivalent
grease.
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ELECTRICAL
17
REPAIR REAR LIGHT UNIT
Service repair no - 86.40.74
Remove
1.Pull out side facing seat or pocket cover.
2.Unscrew fastener and remove access panel.
3.Disconnect wiring harness multi-plug from light
unit.
4.Remove retaining nuts and withdraw light unit
from rear of vehicle.
Key
1. Access panel
2. Multiplug
3. Retaining nut
4. Bulb holder
5. Bulb
Refit
5.Reverse removal procedure. Ensure that the
rubber seal is seated correctly.STOP, REVERSING, FOG GUARD BULBS
Service repair no - 86.40.74
Remove
1.Pull out side facing seat or pocket cover.
2.Unscrew fastener and remove access panel.
3.Turn bulb holder anti-clockwise to release.
4.Remove bulb.
NOTE: On vehicles fitted with rear air
conditioning remove access panel
housing rear loadspace light to gain
access.
Key
1. Access panel
2. Multiplug
3. Retaining nut
4. Bulb holder
5. Bulb
Refit
5.Reverse removal procedure.
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ELECTRICAL
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REPAIR NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS
Service repair no - 86.40.86
Remove
1.Remove two screws and withdraw light unit.
2.Disconnect wiring leads and remove light unit.
3.Remove bulb.
Refit
4.Reverse removal procedure.DOOR EDGE LIGHT
Service repair no - 86.40.35
Remove
1.Pry lens from housing.
2.Disconnect wiring leads and remove light unit.
3.Remove bulb.
Refit
4.Reverse removal procedure.