CHASSIS AND BODY
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REPAIR
14.Remove 2 screws securing louvre panel.
15.Remove louvre panel from dash panel.
Refit
16.Position louvre panel, feed harness connectors
through their correct apertures,and align to dash
panel.
CAUTION: When refitting avoid trapping of
electrical wiring.
17.Fit and tighten screws securing louvre panel.
18.Fit panel retaining screw cover.
19.Position heater control unit to panel and secure
with screws.
20.Fit heater graphic display panel and secure with
screws.
21.Fit heater control and blower switch knobs.
22.Fit clock.
See ELECTRICAL, Repair, clock.
23.Position coin tray and secure to tags.
24.Position radio cage, feed electrical connectors
and aerial through cage, and position to panel.
25.Bend back radio cage retaining tags.
26.Fit radio.
See ELECTRICAL, Repair, radio.
27.Connect battery negative lead.DASH PANEL ASSEMBLY
Service repair no - 76.46.23
Remove
1.Move front seats to rearmost position.
2.Disconnect battery negative lead.
3.Disconnect air bag multiplugs under dash panel.
CAUTION: When air bags are fitted,
reference must be made to the Airbag
Supplementary Restraint System section.
4.Remove passenger glove box.
5.Remove driver's side access panel.
6.Remove centre console assembly.
See centre
console.
7.Remove airbag from steering wheel.See
SUPPLEMENTARY RESTRAINT SYSTEM,
Repair, driver's airbag module.
8.Remove passenger's airbag from dash panel.
See SUPPLEMENTARY RESTRAINT SYSTEM,
Repair, passenger's airbag module.
9.Release clamp and lower steering column.
10.Remove steering wheel.
See STEERING,
Repair, steering wheel.
11.Remove column switch.See
SUPPLEMENTARY RESTRAINT SYSTEM,
Repair, column switch assembly.
12.Remove instrument binnacle.See
ELECTRICAL, Repair, instrument binnacle.
13.Remove radio.See ELECTRICAL, Repair,
radio.
14.Remove exterior mirrors switch panel.
15.Remove coin tray.
16.Remove switch panel.
17.Remove clock.
18.Undo screw securing mounting bracket and
position passenger's side relay assembly aside.
19.Set heater controls fully clockwise.
ELECTRICAL
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
DESCRIPTION
The electrical system is Negative ground, and it is
most important to ensure correct polarity of the
electrical connections at all times. Any incorrect
connections made when reconnecting cables may
cause irreparable damage to the semi-conductor
devices used in the generator and regulator. Incorrect
polarity would also seriously damage any
transistorized equipment such as radio and
tachometer etc.
WARNING: During battery removal or
before carrying out any repairs or
maintenance to electrical components
always disconnect the battery negative lead first.
If the positive lead is disconnected with the
negative lead in place, accidental contact of the
wrench to any grounded metal part could cause a
severe spark, possibly resulting in personal
injury. Upon installation of the battery the positive
lead should be connected first.
GENERATOR
The generator is a three phase, field sensed unit. The
rotor and stator windings produce three phase
alternating current, AC, which is rectified to direct
current, DC. The electronic voltage regulator unit
controls the generator output voltage by high
frequency switching of the rotor field circuit. Use only
the correct Vehicle replacement fan belt. Occasionally
check that the engine and generator pulleys are
accurately aligned.
It is essential that good electrical connections are
maintained at all times. Of particular importance are
those in the charging circuit (including those at the
battery) which should be occasionally inspected to
see that they are clean and tight. In this way any
significant increase in circuit resistance can be
prevented.Do not disconnect battery cables while the engine is
running or damage to the semi-conductor devices
may occur. It is also inadvisable to break or make any
connections in the generator charging and control
circuits while the engine is running.
The electronic voltage regulator employs micro-circuit
techniques resulting in improved performance under
difficult service conditions. The whole assembly is
encapsulated in silicone rubber and housed in an
aluminium heat sink, ensuring complete protection
against the adverse effects of temperature, dust, and
moisture etc.
The regulating voltage is set during manufacture to
give the required regulating voltage range of 14.2±
0.2 volts, and no adjustment is necessary. The only
maintenance needed is the occasional check on
terminal connections and wiping with a clean dry
cloth.
The generator system provides for direct connection
of a charge (ignition) indicator warning light, and
eliminates the need for a field switching relay or
warning light control unit. As the warning lamp is
connected in the charging circuit, lamp failure will
cause loss of charge. Lamp should be checked
regularly and spare carried.
When using rapid charge equipment to re-charge the
battery, the battery must be disconnected from the
vehicle.
NOTE: For description and operation of
electrical circuits see separate publication:
Electrical Troubleshooting Manual.
