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:
Waste gate solenoid control valve - removal and refitting
Removal
1 The solenoid control valve is mounted on a
bracket located underneath the ignition
distributor (see illustration).
21.1 Waste gate solenoid control valve location (arrowed)
2 Disconne ...
Idle speed and mixture adjustment (Every 6000 miles or 6
months)
Caution: Certain adjustment
points in the fuel system are
protected by “tamperproof”
caps, plugs or seals. In some
EEC countries (though not yet in the UK)
it is an offence to drive a vehicle wit ...
Multi-function lever
Windshield wiper:
For intermittent wiping, move the
control down one position and
rotate the wiper switch to the
desired position.
For low speed wiping, move the
control down two positio ...
