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:
Ignition system component check (Every 6000 miles or 6 months)
1 Where applicable, remove the distributor
cap and thoroughly clean it inside and out
with a dry lint-free cloth. Examine the four HT
lead segments inside the cap. If the segments
appear badly bur ...
Air cleaner - removal and refitting
Removal
1 On CVH models, disconnect the battery
negative lead.
2 Remove the screws from the top of the air
cleaner cover (see illustration).
3.2 Air cleaner securing screws (arrowed)
3 Disconn ...
Rear brake shoes - renewal
Warning: Brake shoes must be
renewed on both rear wheels at
the same time - never renew the
shoes on only one wheel, as
uneven braking may result. Also, the dust
created by wear of the shoes may ...
