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Capacities Fuel tank . . Fuel tank (non evaporative loss) . . Cooling system . . Cooling system with heater Sump. Sump with oil cooler Sump (early cars) . . Sump with oil cooler (early cars) . . 10 gallons (45-4 litres; 12 U.S. gal.) 12 gallons (54 litres; 14 U S. gal.) 9) pints (5 4 litres, ll 4 U.S Spirits) 10 pints (5- 6 litres, 12 U S. pints) 53, pints (3 litres; 6 U.S. pts.) 6 pints (3-4 litres; 7% U.S. pts.) 7-) pints (4-26 litres, 9 U.S. pints) 8% pints (4-5 litres, 9-6 U.S. pints) Gearbox 5-} pints (3 litres, o U.S. pints) Gearbox and overdrive 6 pints (34 litres, 7 U.S. pints) Rear axle 14} pints (-85 litre, 2 U.S. pints) Dimensions Length .. Length with over-riders Width Height, hood erected Ground clearance (minimum) 5 in. (12-7 cm.) Track: Front .. . . .. 4 ft. 1 in. (124-4 cm.) Rear .. .. .. .. 4ft. 1% in. (125-0 cm.) 12 ft. 8-} in. (3-8 m.) 12 ft. 911; in. (3-89 m.) 4 ft. ll in. (152-3 cm.) 4 ft. 1:} in. (125-4 cm.) Wheelbase 7 ft. 7 in. (231-1 cm.) Turning circle 32 ft. (9-75 m.) Toe-in ,1; to 355 in. (1-5 to 2-3 mm.) Wheels Type: Press spoked ,. 5.1 FH>< 14 Pressed disc . . . . . . . . 4.1 X 14 (GT) 5] X 14 Wire . . . . . . . . . . 4-}JX 14 (60-spoke) Tyre pressures Tourer 5-6014S Cross-ply tyres lssSRl4 Radial-ply tyres Front Rear Front Rear Normal car weight 19 lb./sq. in. (1-34 kg./cm.) 19 lb./sq. in. (1-34 kg./cm.i) 221b./sq. in. (1-55 kg./cm.) 24 lb./sq. in. (1-69 kg./cm.) 21 lb./sq. in. (l -48 kg./cm.) 21 lb./sq. in. (1-48 kg./cm.) 24 lb./sq. in. (1-69 kg./cm.') 26 lb./sq. in. (1-83 kg./cm.) Maximum weight GT Normal car weight 24 lb./sq. in. (l-4 kg./cm.2) 20 lb./sq. in. (1-4 kg./cm.*) 24 lb./sq. in. (1-69 kg./cm.) 261b./sq. in. (1-83 kg./cm.) Tyre size 1655R14 Maximum weight Pressures as Tourer It is recommended that for sustained speeds at or near the maximum the above tyre pressures are in- creased by 6 lb./sq. in. (42 kg. /cm. 9). Weights .. 2,303 lb. 2,401 lb. 1,127 lb. 1,162 lb. 1,176 lb. 1,239 lb. (1044 kg.) (1088 kg.) (512 kg.) (527 kg.) (534 kg.) (562 kg.) Tourer Kerbside 'Including full fuel tank, all optional extras and accessories. Kerbside weight including driver, passenger and 501b, (22 kg.) 2,653 lb. 2,751 lb. 1,235 lb. 1,269 lb. 1,418 lb. 1,482 lb. (1203 kg.) (1248 kg.) (560 kg.) (576 kg.) (643 kg.) (672 kg.) luggage Normal weight including tow- bar hitch load Maximum permissible 1,680 lb. 1,680 lb. towing weight (762 kg.) (762 kg.) Maximum towbar hitch load 100 lb. 100 lb. (45 kg.) (45 kg.) Maximum roof rack load 50 lb. _ . (23 kg.) 2,753 lb. 2,851 lb. 1,193 lb. 1,231 lb. 1,560 lb. 1,620 lb. (1249 kg.) (1293 kg.) (541 kg.) (558 kg.) (708 kg.) (735 kg.) MAINTENANCE SUMMARY Basic engine tuning data will be found on the Vehicle Emission Control Information label located in the engine compartment. Weekly or before a long journey Check oil level in engine, and top up if necessary. Check battery, and top up to correct level if necessary. Check coolant level, and top up if necessary. Check windscreen washer, and top up if necessary. Check tyre pressures, including spare, and adjust if necessary. MAINTENANCE INTERVALS km V 1 These items are emission related w Carry out the services indicated by X in column. The Lubrication Service at 3,000-mile or 3-month intervals. A at 6,000-mlle or 6-month intervals B at 12,000-mlle or 12-month intervals Lubrication A Service LUBRICATION Change engine oil Fit new oil lter Check level of all uid reservons, rake, c utch, rear axle, trans- mission, battery, windshield washer ............. Check all tyre pressures, including spare Lubricate all grease ttings .. Lubricate all locks and hinges ...... rLubricate all throttle and choke controls and cables ENGINE TCheck all drive belts; adjust if required (Renew all belts at 24,000 miles or 24 months) iCheck all hoses, vacuum, air and water for conditions and tightness ........................ TRenew all air lter cleaner elements (air pump and carburetter) rAdjust valve rocker clearances TTighten all manifold nuts .................. J(Visually check exhaust and intake systems for leaks Check heating and cooling system for leaks .............. TCheck restrictor in rocker cover purge line for obstruc ion TCheck air injection manifold for damage, leaks and security . TInspect the check and gulp valves, and renew if necessary 1'Inspect air pump, correct or replace if necessary .............. At 24,000 mile or 24-month intervals IGNITION TRenew spark plugs TRenew breaker points TLubricate distributor cam, breaker p1vots and advance mechanism .. .. JrWipe clean and examine distributor cap for cracks and tracking, carbon brush for sticking and wear ......................................................... TRenew distributor cap every 24,000 miles or 24 months) TWipe clean and examine high tension leads for damage, deterioration and r(Renew high tension leads every 24,000 miles or 24 months) FUEL SYSTEM TTop up carburetter piston damper 1'Renew fuel line lter ....... TRenew charcoal canister. , At 24,000-miles or 24-month intervals OSCILLOSCOPE CHECK TCheck/adjust breaker points, resistance and dwell .................................................. TCheck/adjust ignition timing and distributor advance characteristics (vacuum disconnected) ......................................... rCheck distributor vacuum advance at idle TCheck/adjust idle speed and mixture setting J[Check/adjust choke and carburettor fast idle speed setting TPower check, engine cylinder comparison ................................. TCheck spark plugs (cruise and unload condition); clean, and adjust if necessary Check charging system output TRANSMISSION Clean overdrive lter at 24,000-mile or 24month intervals only STEERINE AND SUSPENSION Check for oil leaks Check steering joints for security, backlash and gaiter condition Check/adjust front wheel alignment BRAKES Check visually hydraulic pipes and unions for chang, leaks and corrosion ..... Check/adjust brake pedal travel; check hand brake operation Inspect brake pads for wear and discs for condition ................ Inspect brake linings and pads for wear, drums and discs for cond1tion ELECTRICAL Check function of lamps, horns, indicators and windscreen wipers .. Grease battery connections ....................................................... Check headlamp beam alignment, and adjust if necessary Check windscreen wiper blades; replace if necessary ................... EXHAUST, FUEL AND CLUTCH PIPES TCheck visually fuel and clutch pipes and unions for chang, leaks and corrosion TCheck exhaust for leakage and security ............................................................................. X...

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