General information and precautions
The body electrical system consists of all lights, wash/wipe equipment, interior electrical equipment, and associated switches and wiring.
The electrical system is of the 12 volt negative earth type. Power to the system is provided by a 12-volt battery, which is charged by the alternator (see Chapter 5).
The engine electrical system (battery, alternator, starter motor, ignition system) is covered separately in Chapter 5.
Precautions
Warning: Before carrying out any
work on the electrical system,
read through the precautions
given in “Safety first!” at the
beginning of this manual, and in Chapter 5.
Prior to working on any component in the electrical system, the battery negative lead should first be disconnected, to prevent the possibility of electrical short circuits and/or fires.
See also:
Tailgate wiper motor - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery and remove the
wiper arm/blade assembly.
2 Remove the pivot shaft nut, spacer and
outer seals.
3 Open the tailgate and remove the trim panel
(refer to Chapter 11 ...
Boot lid lock (Saloon models) - removal and refitting
Removal
1 With the boot lid raised, remove the lock
barrel retaining clip.
2 Where applicable, disconnect the operating
lever from the central locking solenoid/motor,
then withdraw the lock barre ...
Crankshaft front oil seal - renewal
1.8 litre (R2A type)
1 Remove the timing belt and the crankshaft
sprocket and thrustwasher.
2 Withdraw the oil seal using an oil seal
removal tool or by drilling the oil seal outer
face and using ...
