Braking system warning lamps and electrical switches - removal and refitting
General
1 All models are fitted with a low fluid level
warning switch in the master cylinder reservoir
cap and a brake pedal stop-lamp switch.
2 Some versions have front disc pad wear sensors and a handbrake “ON” warning switch.
3 Warning indicator lamps are mounted on the instrument panel. Their renewal is covered in Chapter 12.
Handbrake “ON” warning lamp
switch
4 The handbrake “ON” warning switch is
attached to the handbrake lever and can be
removed after disconnecting the wiring and
undoing the retaining screw (see illustration).
18.4 Removing handbrake warning switch
Stop-lamp switch 5 The stop-lamp switch can be removed by disconnecting the leads and unscrewing the locknut which holds the switch to its bracket under the facia (see illustration).
18.5 Brake stop-lamp switch locknut location (arrowed)
6 When fitting the switch, adjust its position by screwing it in or out so that it does not actuate during the first 5.0 mm of pedal travel.
See also:
Throttle cable - adjustment, removal and refitting
Adjustment
The procedure is the same as described in
Part A of this Chapter for carburettor engines,
except that the cable adjuster is situated in a
bracket alongside the throttle housing.
Remova ...
Steering wheel - centralising
1 This operation is for correcting small errors
in steering wheel centralisation - up to 60º.
For larger errors, remove the steering wheel
and make a rough correction by repositioning
the whe ...
Buying Spare Parts
Spare parts are available from many sources,
including maker’s appointed garages, accessory
shops, and motor factors. To be sure of
obtaining the correct parts, it will sometimes be
necessary to q ...