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:
Distributorless Ignition System (DIS) components - removal and
refitting
Electronic modules
1 Refer to Section 6.
DIS coil
2 Refer to Section 4.
Engine speed sensor
Removal
3 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
4 Disconnect the sensor wiring plug (see
illustratio ...
Weber 2V carburettor automatic choke unit - removal, checking
and refitting
XR3 models
Removal
1 Remove the air cleaner (Section 2).
2 Disconnect the electrical lead to the
automatic choke.
3 Undo the three choke housing cover
retaining screws, withdraw the cover and bi ...
Exterior lamp bulbs - renewal
Note: The glass envelopes of the headlamp,
auxiliary driving lamp and front foglamp bulbs
must not be touched with the fingers. If the
glass is accidentally touched, it should be
washed with methy ...
