User manual ROVER SEVENTY FIVE

[. . . ] Owner's Handbook Instruktieboekje Manuel du Conducteur Betriebsanleitung Manuale di Istruzioni Manual del Conductor Manual do Proprietário Owner's Handbook Publication Part No. RCL 0306ENG - 3rd Edition Published by Rover Group After Sales - Technical Communication © Rover Group Limited 1999 All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form, electronic, mechanical, recording or other means without prior written permission from Rover Group Limited. As part of Rover Cars environmental policy, this publication is printed on paper made from chlorine free pulp. Congratulations on your choice of a Rover 75 We very much hope that this handbook, together with the other publications included in the literature pack, will provide the information you need in order to derive maximum pleasure from owning and driving your new car. For your convenience, the handbook is divided into sections, each dealing with a different aspect of driving or caring for the car. [. . . ] Turn the key to the third position to operate the starter motor; DO NOT press the accelerator pedal during starting and release the key as soon as the engine is running. If the engine stalls, you MUST turn the starter switch fully off before turning the starter switch back to the second position. Then wait until the glow plug warning light goes out before attempting to restart; the engine will not start after stalling by turning the starter switch from the second position. In temperate climates, DO NOT operate the starter switch for longer than 5 seconds; if the engine fails to start, switch off and wait for 10 seconds before re-using the starter. Precautions · The diesel engine must not be run above fast idle speed until the oil pressure warning light extinguishes. This will ensure that the engine and turbo-charger bearings are properly lubricated before being run at speed. · ALWAYS allow the engine to idle for 10 seconds before switching off. 2 Never start, or leave the engine running, in an unventilated building - exhaust gases are poisonous and contain carbon monoxide, which can cause unconsciousness and may even be fatal. NOTE: Continued use of the starter will not only discharge the battery, but may damage the starter motor and the catalytic converter. Care point: Catalytic converters can be damaged if the wrong fuel is used, or if an engine misfire occurs. Before starting the engine, you should be aware of the precautions detailed under `Catalytic converter'. 97 Starting & Driving ALL MODELS Cold climates In temperatures of -10° C (14° F) and below, engine cranking times will increase. As the starter motor may need to operate for longer, it is essential that all unnecessary electrical equipment is switched off while cranking. Warming up In the interest of fuel economy, it is advisable to drive the car soon after starting. Remember that harsh acceleration, or labouring the engine before the normal operational temperature has been reached, can damage the engine. Parking After bringing the car to a stop, ALWAYS apply the handbrake and select neutral (`P' for automatic transmission), before releasing the foot brake and switching off the engine. Towing - switching off After periods of strenuous towing (particularly at high altitude or in hot weather), it is good practice to allow the engine to idle for a few minutes before switching off. This will enable the engine cooling system to continue operating for a while in order to reduce underbonnet heat. RUNNING-IN The engine, gearbox, brakes and tyres need time to `bed-in' and adjust to the demands of everyday motoring. During the first 600 miles (1, 000 km), it is essential that you drive with consideration for the running-in process and heed the following advice: · Do not allow the engine to exceed 3, 000 rev/min in any gear. After the running-in distance has been completed, engine speeds can be gradually increased. Operating tip: When starting manual transmission vehicles in freezing condition or when the battery is in a low state of charge, depress the clutch before starting and hold it down until the engine is running. 98 Environmental Driving PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT Environmental issues are increasingly influencing our lives, and the motor car is sometimes seen as a major source of air pollution. Environmental Driving 2 In a great many respects, however, criticism of the car and its manufacturer is misplaced, for few industries have done more to reduce pollution than the motor industry. Your new Rover 75 has been designed with the latest technology in order to minimise the environmental impact of exhaust emissions. Even so, any further reduction in emissions is in everyone's interest and, to this end, there are a number of ways in which you, the owner, can also make a contribution. Starting the engine Although it is a common perception that cars should be `warmed up' before being driven, this is not the case. The majority of poisonous emissions are produced immediately following a cold start and in the period while the engine is warming up. [. . . ] Genuine Rover parts are the ONLY parts built to original equipment specifications AND approved by Rover designers; this means that every single part and accessory has been thoroughly tested by the same engineering team that designed and built the car. As a result, all genuine Rover parts and accessories are guaranteed for twelve months with unlimited mileage. A full list and description of all accessories is available from your Rover dealer. Travelling abroad In some countries, it is illegal to fit parts which have not been made to the vehicle manufacturer's specification. [. . . ]