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:
Starter motor brushes - renewal
1 Starter motor brush renewal is a relatively
difficult procedure, requiring skill in the use of
a soldering iron. It should also be borne in
mind that if the starter motor has been in
service lon ...
Changing the tires
If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.
Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly
and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road ...
Distributor - removal and refitting
Contact breaker ignition system
OHV engines
Removal
1 Disconnect the leads from the spark plugs,
spring back the retaining clips and lift off the
distributor cap.
2 Disconnect the LT lead at the ...
