Land Rover Rover 214 Repair 1689 12 Rover Manual

							1689 Rover 214 & 414 Updated Version 09/97
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Chapter 12
Body electrical systems
Bulbs (exterior lamps) - renewal  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Bulbs (interior lamps) - renewal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Cigar lighter - removal and refitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Clock - removal and refitting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Dim-dip headlamp system - operation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Electrical fault finding - general information  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Exterior lamp units - removal and refitting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Fuses, fusible links and relays - location and renewal  . . . . . . . . . . . 3
General information and precautions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Headlamp beams - alignment  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Horn - removal and refitting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Instrument panel components - removal and refitting  . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Instrument panel - removal and refitting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Multi-function unit - operation, removal and refitting  . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Radio aerial - removal and refitting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Radio/cassette player - removal and refitting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Speedometer drive cable - removal and refitting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Speakers - removal and refitting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Switches - removal and refitting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) - component removal and 
refitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) - operation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Tailgate wiper motor - removal and refitting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Windscreen/headlamp washer system - inspection and 
adjustment  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Windscreen/tailgate wiper blades and arms - inspection and 
renewal  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Windscreen/tailgate washer system components - removal and
refitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Windscreen wiper motor and linkage - removal and refitting  . . . . . . 22
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Contents
Specifications
System
Type  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 volt, negative earth
Relays and control units
Component Location
Starter relay  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Engine compartment fusebox, centre relay of right-hand three
Intake manifold heater relay  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Engine compartment fusebox, rear relay of right-hand three
Main relay  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Engine compartment fusebox, front relay of right-hand three
Fuel pump relay  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Engine compartment fusebox, front relay of left-hand two
Cooling fan relay  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Engine compartment fusebox, rear relay of left-hand two
Direction indicator relay  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Behind right-hand lower facia panel (square relay)
Heated rear window relay  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Behind right-hand lower facia panel (circular relay)
Cigar lighter relay, fog lamp relay, horn relay and main beam relay  . . . Part of relay module, mounted on transmission tunnel behind lower
central facia panel
Electric window relay  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Behind lower central facia panel
Electric window control unit  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Behind right-hand front door inner trim panel
Central locking control unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Behind left-hand front door inner trim panel
Air conditioning relay  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mounted on left-hand side of engine compartment bulkhead
Dim-dip relay  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Behind right-hand lower facia panel
Windscreen wiper relay  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Behind right-hand lower facia panel
Sunroof relay  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Behind right-hand lower facia panel
Lambda sensor relay - catalytic converter models only  . . . . . . . . . . . . . Engine compartment fusebox, next to fusible links
Tailgate wiper relay  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Behind right-hand luggage compartment trim
Easy,suitable for
novice with little
experienceFairly easy,suitable
for beginner with
some experienceFairly difficult,
suitable for competent
DIY mechanic
Difficult,suitable for
experienced  DIY
mechanicVery difficult,
suitable for expert DIY
or  professional
Degrees of difficulty
54321 
						

							Fuses
Fuse Rating (amps) Circuit(s) protected
1 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Clock, instruments, direction indicators and dim-dip unit
2 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Starter signal
3 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Central locking
4 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cigar lighter
5 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dim-dip resistor
6 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sunroof
7 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Right-hand sidelamps, tail lamp and number plate lamps
8 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Left-hand sidelamps, tail lamp and interior lamps
9 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fog lamps
10 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Left-hand headlamp dipped beam
11 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Right-hand headlamp dipped beam
12 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Radio/cassette memory, clock and interior lamps
13 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Front windscreen washers and wipers
14 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Engine management system
15 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cooling fan, tailgate washer and wiper
16 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Reversing lamps, stop lamps and electric windows
17 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cigar lighter, Multi-function unit and radio/cassette player
18 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electric door mirrors
19 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Headlamp dim-dip
20 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuel pump
21 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Right-hand headlamp main beam
22 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Left-hand headlamp main beam
23 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Heated rear window and heated door mirrors
24 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Heater blower motor
25 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ABS system
26 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Left-hand rear electric window
27 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Right-hand rear electric window
28 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Left-hand front electric window
29 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Right-hand front electric window
Additional  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Airbag (SRS). Do not remove
Note:Fuse locations are typical and may vary slightly according to model type. Refer to vehicle handbook.
Fusible links
Link Rating (amps) Circuit(s) protected
1 40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ABS pump
2 40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lighting and cigar lighter
3 40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ignition switch
4 40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electric window relay, sunroof, central locking and heated rear
window
5 40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ignition switch
6 60 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main relay, fuel pump relay and lambda sensor relay
BulbsFitting Wattage
Headlamps:
Dip/main beam bulb  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H4 60/55
Individual main beam bulb  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H1 55
Front sidelamps  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Capless 5
Direction indicator lamps  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bayonet 21
Direction indicator side repeater lamps  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Capless 5
Interior lamp  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Festoon 5
Instrument panel warning and illumination  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Integral with holder* 14V 1.4 or 3W
Glovebox lamp  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Festoon 5
Luggage compartment lamp  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bayonet 10
Reversing lamps  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bayonet 21
Tail lamps  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Capless 5
Stop lamps  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bayonet 21
Rear foglamps  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bayonet 21
Number plate lamps  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Capless 5
* With exception of rear illumination panel bulb which is capless
Torque wrench settingsNm lbf ft
Wiper arm spindle nut . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 10
Wiper motor mounting bolts  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 6
Windscreen wiper linkage spindle assembly bolts  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 6
Airbag-to-steering wheel (Torx) screws  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 6
Airbag control unit-to-steering wheel (Torx) screws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2
12•2 Body electrical systems
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							1 General information and
precautions
General information
The electrical system is of the 12-volt
negative earth type and comprises a 12-volt
battery, an alternator with integral voltage
regulator, a starter motor and related
electrical accessories, components and
wiring. The battery is of the maintenance-free
(sealed for life) type and is charged by the
alternator, which is belt-driven from a
crankshaft-mounted pulley.
While some repair procedures are given,
the usual course of action is to renew a
defective component. The owner whose
interest extends beyond mere component
renewal should obtain a copy of the
Automobile Electrical & Electronic Systems
Manual, available from the publishers of this
Manual.
Precautions
It is necessary to take extra care when
working on the electrical system to avoid
damage to semi-conductor devices (diodes
and transistors) and to avoid the risk of
personal injury. In addition to the precautions
given in “Safety first!”at the beginning of this
Manual, observe the following when working
on the system:
a) Always remove rings, watches, etc.
before working on the electrical system.
Even with the battery disconnected,
capacitive discharge could occur if a
component’s live terminal is earthed
through a metal object. This could cause
a shock or nasty burn.
b) Do not reverse the battery connections.
Components such as the alternator, fuel
injection/ignition system ECU, or any
other having semi-conductor circuitry
could be irreparably damaged.
c) If the engine is being started using jump
leads and a slave battery, connect the
batteries positive-to-positive and
negative-to-negative. This also applies
when connecting a battery charger.
d) Never disconnect the battery terminals,
the alternator, any electrical wiring or any
test instruments when the engine is
running.
e) Do not allow the engine to turn the
alternator when the alternator is not
connected.
f) Never test for alternator output by
‘flashing’ the output lead to earth.
g) Never use an ohmmeter of the type
incorporating a hand-cranked generator
for circuit or continuity testing.
h) Always ensure that the battery negative
lead is disconnected when working on the
electrical system.
i) Before using electric-arc welding
equipment on the vehicle, disconnect thebattery, alternator and components such
as the fuel injection/ignition system ECU
to protect them.
A number of additional precautions must be
observed when working on vehicles equipped
with airbags (SRS), they are as follows:
a) When cleaning the interior of the vehicle,
do not allow the airbag unit to become
flooded with detergents or water and do
not clean with petrol or furniture cream
and polishes. Clean the unit sparingly with
a damp cloth and upholstery cleaner.
b) Before working on any part of the system,
remove the ignition key and wait at least
ten minutes to allow the system backup
circuit to fully discharge. Disconnect both
battery leads, earth lead first, to avoid
accidental detonation of the airbag.
c) Make no attempt to splice into any of the
electric cables in the SRS wiring harness
as this may affect the operation of the
SRS. Never fit electronic equipment such
as mobile telephones, radios, etc. into the
harness and ensure that the harness is
routed so that it cannot be trapped.
d) Avoid hammering or causing any harsh
vibration at the front of the vehicle,
particularly in the engine bay, as this may
trigger the crash sensors and activate the
SRS.
e) Do not use ohmmeters or any other
device capable of supplying current on
any of the SRS components, as this may
cause accidental detonation. Use only a
digital circuit tester.
f) Always use new replacement parts. Never
fit parts that are from another vehicle or
show signs of damage through being
dropped or improperly handled 
g) Airbags are classed as pyrotechnical
devices and must be stored and handled
according to the relevant laws in the
country concerned.  In general, do not
leave these components disconnected
from their electrical cabling any longer
than is absolutely necessary as in this
state they are unstable and the risk of
accidental detonation is introduced.  Rest
a disconnected airbag unit with the pad
surface facing upwards and never rest
anything on the pad. Store it on a secure
flat surface, away from flammable
materials, high heat sources, oils, grease,
detergents or water, and never leave it
unattended.
h) The SRS indicator light should extinguish
3 seconds after the ignition switch is
turned to position “II”. If this is not the
case, check the electrical system
connections as soon as possible.
i) The airbag control unit and slip ring are
non-serviceable components and no
attempt should be made to carry out
repairs or modifications to them.
j) Only use the recommended special bolts
when fitting the airbag assembly. Do not
use any other type of bolt.  
k) Never invert the airbag unit.l) Renew the airbag unit and slip ring every
ten years, regardless of condition.
m) Return an unwanted airbag unit to your
Rover dealer for safe disposal. Do not
endanger others by careless disposal of a
unit.
2 Electrical fault finding-
general information
1A typical electrical circuit consists of an
electrical component, any switches, relays,
motors, fuses, fusible links or circuit breakers
related to that component and the wiring and
connectors that link the component to both
the battery and the chassis. To help you
pinpoint an electrical circuit problem, wiring
diagrams are included at the end of this
Chapter.
2Before tackling any troublesome electrical
circuit, first study the appropriate wiring
diagrams to get a complete understanding of
what components are included in that
individual circuit. Trouble spots, for instance,
can be narrowed down by noting if other
components related to the circuit are
operating properly. If several components or
circuits fail at one time, then the problem is
probably in a fuse or earth connection,
because several circuits are often routed
through the same fuse and earth connections.
3Electrical problems usually stem from
simple causes, such as loose or corroded
connections, a blown fuse, a melted fusible
link or a faulty relay. Inspect the condition of
all fuses, wires and connections in a problem
circuit before testing the components. Use
the diagrams to note which terminal
connections will need to be checked in order
to pinpoint the trouble spot.
4The basic tools needed for electrical fault
finding include a circuit tester or voltmeter (a
12-volt bulb with a set of test leads can also
be used), a continuity tester, a battery and set
of test leads, and a jumper wire, preferably
with a circuit breaker incorporated, which can
be used to bypass electrical components.
Before attempting to locate a problem with
test instruments, use the wiring diagram to
decide where to make the connections.
Voltage checks
5Voltage checks should be performed if a
circuit is not functioning properly. Connect
one lead of a circuit tester to either the
negative battery terminal or a known good
earth. Connect the other lead to a connector
in the circuit being tested, preferably nearest
to the battery or fuse. If the bulb of the tester
lights then voltage is present, which means
that the part of the circuit between the
connector and the battery is problem free.
Continue checking the rest of the circuit in the
same fashion. When you reach a point at
which no voltage is present, the problem lies
between that point and the last test point with
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							voltage. Most problems can be traced to a
loose connection. Bear in mind that some
circuits are only live when the ignition switch
is switched to a particular position.
Finding a short circuit
6One method of finding a short circuit is to
remove the fuse and connect a test light or
voltmeter to the fuse terminals with all the
relevant electrical components switched off.
There should be no voltage present in the
circuit. Move the wiring from side to side while
watching the test light. If the bulb lights up,
there is a short to earth somewhere in that
area, probably where the insulation has
rubbed through. The same test can be
performed on each component in the circuit,
even a switch.
Earth check
7Perform an earth test to check whether a
component is properly earthed. Disconnect
the battery and connect one lead of a self-
powered test light, known as a continuity
tester, to a known good earth point. Connect
the other lead to the wire or earth connection
being tested. If the bulb lights up, the earth is
good. If not, the earth is faulty.
8If an earth connection is thought to be
faulty, dismantle the connection and clean
back to bare metal both the bodyshell and the
wire terminal or the component’s earth
connection mating surface. Be careful to
remove all traces of dirt and corrosion, then
use a knife to trim away any paint, so that a
clean metal-to-metal joint is made. On
reassembly, tighten the joint fasteners
securely; if a wire terminal is being refitted,
use serrated washers between the terminal
and the bodyshell to ensure a clean and
secure connection. When the connection is
remade, prevent the onset of corrosion in the
future by applying a coat of petroleum jelly or
silicone-based grease or by spraying on aproprietary ignition sealer or a water
dispersant lubricant at regular intervals.
9The vehicle’s wiring harness has seven
multiple-earth connections, each one being
identified in the wiring diagrams by a
reference number (E1 to E7). Each of these
earth connections serves several circuits and
are located are as follows (see illustration):
E1 Behind left-hand headlamp.
E2 Behind right-hand headlamp.
E3 Base of right-hand front door pillar.
E4 Beneath right-hand rear lamp cluster.
E5 Beneath left-hand rear lamp cluster.
E6 Centre of tailgate/boot lid.
E7 Bonnet lock platform.
Continuity check
10A continuity check is necessary to
determine if there are any breaks in a circuit.
With the circuit off (ie: no power in the circuit),
a self-powered continuity tester can be used
to check the circuit. Connect the test leads to
both ends of the circuit, or to the positive end
and a good earth. If the test light comes on,
the circuit is passing current properly. If the
light does not come on, there is a break
somewhere in the circuit. The sameprocedure can be used to test a switch, by
connecting the continuity tester to the switch
terminals. With the switch turned on, the test
light should come on.
Finding an open circuit
11When checking for possible open circuits,
it is often difficult to locate them by sight
because oxidation or terminal misalignment
are hidden by the connectors. Merely moving
a connector on a sensor or in the wiring
harness may correct the open circuit
condition. Remember this when an open
circuit is indicated when fault finding in 
a circuit. Intermittent problems may also be
caused by oxidized or loose connections.
General
12Electrical fault finding is simple if you keep
in mind that all electrical circuits are basically
electricity flowing from the battery, through
the wires, switches, relays, fuses and fusible
links to each electrical component (light bulb,
motor, etc.) and to earth, from which it is
passed back to the battery. Any electrical
problem is an interruption in the flow of
electricity from the battery.
3 Fuses, fusible links and
relays- location and renewal
1
Fuses
1Most of the fuses are located behind the
panel in the right-hand lower facia panel, with
a few odd fuses being located in the fusebox
on the left-hand side of the engine
compartment.
2Access to the fuses is gained by removing
the fusebox lid/cover. Symbols on the reverse
of the lid/cover indicate the circuits protected
by the fuses and five spare fuses are supplied,
together with plastic tweezers to remove and
fit them (see illustration). Further details on
fuse ratings and circuits protected are given in
the Specifications.
3On vehicles equipped with airbags, the fuse
protecting the airbag circuit is located on the
side of the main fuse box (see illustration).
12•4 Body electrical systems
3.3  Airbag circuit fuse (arrowed) is located
on side of main fusebox3.2  Remove fuses with plastic tweezers
supplied (arrowed)
2.9  Electrical system earth points
1 Behind left-hand headlamp - E1
2 Behind right-hand headlamp - E2
3 Base of right-hand front door pillar - E3
4 Beneath right-hand rear lamp cluster - E45 Beneath left-hand rear lamp cluster - E5
6 Centre of tailgate/boot lid - E6
7 Bonnet lock platform - E7
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							Under no circumstances should this fuse be
removed as this may cause inflation of the
airbag. Refer to your Rover dealer if you think
fuse renewal is necessary.
4To remove a fuse, first switch off the circuit
concerned (or the ignition), then fit the
tweezers and pull the fuse out of its terminals.
Slide the fuse sideways from the tweezers.
The wire within the fuse is clearly visible. If the
fuse is blown, the wire will be broken or
melted.
5Always renew a fuse with one of an
identical rating. Never use a fuse with a
different rating from the original or substitute
anything else. The fuse rating is stamped on
top of the fuse. Fuses are also colour-coded
for easy recognition.
6If a new fuse blows immediately, find the
cause before renewing it again. A short to
earth as a result of faulty insulation is the most
likely cause. Where a fuse protects more than
one circuit, try to isolate the defect by
switching on each circuit in turn (if possible)
until the fuse blows again.
7If any of the spare fuses are used, always
replace them so that a spare of each rating is
available.
Fusible links
8The fusible links are located in the rear of
the fusebox, situated on the left-hand side of
the engine compartment. Unclip the lid to gain
access to them.
9Details of link ratings and circuits protected
are given in the Specifications. All links are
numbered on the rear of the fusebox lid.
10To remove a fusible link, first ensure that
the circuit concerned is switched off then
prise off the plastic cover. Slacken the two
link retaining screws then lift the fusible link
out of the fusebox (see illustrations). The
wire within the fusible link is clearly visible. If
the fuse is blown, it will be broken or melted.
A blown fusible link indicates a serious wiring
or system fault which must be diagnosed
before the link is renewed.
11Always renew a fusible link with one of an
identical rating. Never use a link with a
different rating from the original or substitute
anything else. On refitting, tighten the linkretaining screws securely and refit the link
cover.
Relays
12The Specifications Section gives full
information on the location and function of the
various relays fitted. Refer to the relevant
wiring diagram for details of wiring
connections.
13If a circuit or system controlled by a relay
develops a fault and the relay is suspect,
operate the system. If the relay is functioning,
it should be possible to hear it click as it is
energized. If this is the case, the fault lies with
the components or wiring of the system. If the
relay is not being energized, then either 
|the relay is not receiving a main supply or a
switching voltage, or the relay itself is faulty.
Testing is by the substitution of a known good
unit but be careful as some relays are identical
in appearance, but perform different
functions.
14To renew a relay, ensure that the ignition
switch is off, then simply pull direct from the
socket and press in the new relay.
15Certain relays are contained in the relay
module which is situated behind the lower
central facia panel. To remove this, first
remove the lower central panel from the facia.
Disconnect its two wiring block connectors
then release its retaining clip and slide to the
left to withdraw it from the mounting bracket
(see illustrations). The complete module
must be renewed, even if only one of the
relays is faulty.
4 Switches- 
removal and refitting
3
Note:Disconnect the battery negative lead
before removing any, switch and after refitting
the switch, reconnect the lead.
Ignition switch
1Refer to Chapter 10 for details of switch
removal and refitting. A Rover dealer will be
able to tell you whether the switch can be
obtained separately from the steering lock.
Steering column combination
switch
Models without airbag (SRS)
2Remove the steering wheel and steering
column shrouds, then disconnect the switch
wiring, as described in Chapter 10.
3Each individual switch can be removed by
unscrewing its two retaining screws and
sliding the switch out of the housing (see
illustrations).
4To remove the complete switch assembly,
slacken and remove the two retaining screws
and slide the assembly off the steering
column.
Body electrical systems  12•5
3.15a  Use a screwdriver to release relay
module retaining clip . . .3.10b  . . . then undo retaining screws and
remove fusible link3.10a  Unclip plastic cover . . .
4.3a  Individual combination switches can
be removed by slackening retaining
screws . . .
3.15b  . . . then slide module out of position
and disconnect its wiring connectors
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							5Refitting is the reverse of the removal
procedure.
Models with airbag (SRS)
6Remove the ignition key and wait at least
ten minutes to allow the SRS system backup
circuit to fully discharge. Disconnect both
battery leads, earth lead first, to avoid
accidental detonation of the airbag.
7Set the steering in the dead-ahead position
then lock the steering column in its lowest
position. 8Remove the airbag unit.
9Remove the steering wheel, see Chap-
ter 10.
10Remove the five fusebox cover securing
screws and release the cover from the facia
(see illustration).
11Remove the three screws securing the
lower half of the steering column shroud,
release the two clips securing the front of the
shroud, then separate the two halves of the
shroud, manoeuvring each one clear of the
column (see illustration).
12Disconnect the four multiplugs from the
combination switch (see illustration). 
13Remove the four screws securing the slip
ring to the combination switch, remove the
ring from the column and place it to one side
whilst taking care not to allow it to hang from
its wiring.
14Remove the indicator cancelling cam (see
illustration).
15Each individual switch can be removed by
unscrewing its two retaining screws and
sliding the switch out of the housing.
16To remove the complete combination
switch, slacken and remove the two retaining
screws and slide the switch off the steering
column.
17Refitting is the reverse of the removal
procedure.
18Upon completion of refitting the airbag
unit, reconnect both battery leads, negative
lead last, and turn the ignition switch to the“II” position.  Check the condition of the
system by observing the SRS warning light
located in the steering wheel centre pad.
The light should stay illuminated for 
3 seconds whilst the system performs a self-
diagnosis test. If the test is satisfactory, the
light will extinguish. If the test is
unsatisfactory, the light will remain on or 
fail to illuminate at all, denoting that the
system must be serviced as soon as
possible.
Instrument panel and facia
switches
19Check that the switch is in the off
position, then taking great care not to scratch
or damage the switch or its surround, prise it
out using a suitable flat-bladed screwdriver.
Withdraw the switch until the connector plug
appears then disconnect the wiring connector
and remove the switch (see illustrations). Tie
a piece of string to the wiring connector 
to prevent it from falling behind the facia
panel.
20On refitting, connect the wiring connector
to the switch and press the switch into
position until the retaining clips click into
place.
Electrically-operated window
switches
21Remove the door inner trim panel.
12•6 Body electrical systems
4.19b  . . . and disconnect wiring
connectors4.19a  Carefully prise facia switches out of
position . . .
4.14  Steering column switch assembly
A Indicator cancelling cam
B Column switch screws
C Column switch assembly
D Combination switch screws
4.12  Disconnect four multiplugs (arrowed)
from combination switch
4.11  Remove screws (A), release clips (B)
and separate two halves of 
shroud (C and D)4.10  Remove fusebox cover securing
screws (arrowed)4.3b  . . . and sliding switch out of main
assembly
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							22Undo the retaining screws and remove
the switch from the trim panel (see
illustration).
23On refitting tighten the switch screws
securely.
Courtesy lamp switches
24With the door open, undo the two screws
securing the switch to the body. Pull out the
switch and tie a piece of string to the wiring to
prevent it dropping into the body.
25Disconnect the switch and remove it from
the vehicle.
26Refitting is a reverse of removal.
Handbrake warning lamp 
switch
27From inside the vehicle, carefully prise out
the cover from the top of the centre console
rear section to gain access to the two
retaining screws. Undo the two screws and
remove the rear centre console section.
28Disconnect the wiring connector from the
switch, then slacken and remove the retaining
screw and remove the switch from the
handbrake lever quadrant (see illustration).
29Refitting is a reverse of the removal
procedure.
Horn push switch
Models without airbag (SRS)
30Using the flat of a screwdriver, carefully
prise the horn button out of the centre of the
steering wheel (see illustration).
31Disconnect the wire from each button
terminal and remove the button (see
illustration).
32Refitting is a reverse of the removal
procedure. Test the horn on completion.
Models with airbag (SRS)
33Remove the airbag unit, noting all
precautions.
34Detach the earth wire from the steering
wheel (see illustration).
35Disconnect the Lucar connector from the
steering wheel connection.
36Remove each horn button by carefully
using the flat blade of a small screwdriver to
lever it from position.37Detach the two electrical connectors from
the button and remove it. 
38Refitting is the reversal of removal, noting
the following:
a) Take care to ensure that wiring is not
trapped between mating surfaces.
b) Refit the airbag unit, carrying out the
system check.
c) Test the horn after refitting each button.
5 Bulbs (exterior lamps)-
renewal
1
General
1Whenever a bulb is renewed, note the
following:
a) Disconnect the battery negative lead
before starting work.
b) Remember that if the lamp has just been
in use, the bulb may be extremely hot.
c) Always check the bulb contacts and
holder, ensuring that there is clean metal-
to-metal contact between the bulb and its
live contacts and earth. Clean off any
corrosion or dirt before fitting a new bulb.
d) Wherever bayonet-type bulbs are fitted,
ensure that the live contacts bear firmly
against the bulb contact.
e) Always ensure that the new bulb is of thecorrect rating and that it is completely
clean before fitting. This applies
particularly to headlamp bulbs.
Headlamp
2Working in the engine compartment, twist
off the relevant circular plastic cover and
remove it from the rear of the headlamp unit
(see illustration).
3Unplug the wiring connector, then press
together the ears of the bulb retaining clip and
Body electrical systems  12•7
4.30  Prise horn button from steering 
wheel . . .4.28  Handbrake warning lamp switch
retaining screw (A) and wiring 
connector (B)4.22  Driver’s side window switch retaining
screws (arrowed)
5.2  Remove large circular cover to access
dip/main beam bulb and sidelamp bulbs
and smaller cover (arrowed) to access
individual main beam bulb
4.34  Disconnect earth wire (A) and Lucar
connector (B), then lever button from
position and detach electrical 
connectors (C)4.31   . . . and disconnect wire from each
button terminal
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							release it from the rear of the lamp (see
illustration).
4Withdraw the bulb.
5When handling a new bulb, use a tissue or
clean cloth to avoid touching the glass with
the fingers. Moisture and grease from the skin
can cause blackening and rapid failure of this
type of bulb.
6Refitting is the reverse of the removal
procedure. Ensure that the new bulbs locating
tabs are correctly located in the lamp cutouts.
Front sidelamp
7Working in the engine compartment, twistoff the large circular plastic cover and remove
it from the rear of the headlamp unit (see
illustration 5.2).
8Pull the bulbholder from the headlamp
reflector.
9Pull the capless (push fit) bulb out of its
socket.
10Refitting is the reverse of the removal
procedure.
Front direction indicator
11Working in the engine compartment, undo
the indicator lamp upper retaining screw and
withdraw the lamp (see illustration).
12Twist the bulbholder in an anti-clockwise
direction to free it from the lamp and remove it
from the lamp unit (see illustration).
13The bulb is a bayonet fit in the holder and
can be removed by pressing it and twisting in
an anti-clockwise direction (see illustration).14Refitting is a reverse of the removal
procedure.
Front direction indicator side
repeater
15Push the lamp unit towards the right to
free its retaining clips then withdraw it from
the wing (see illustration).
16Pull the bulbholder out of the lamp unit
then pull the capless (push fit) bulb out of its
holder (see illustration).
17Refitting is a reverse of the removal
procedure.
Rear lamp cluster
18From inside the luggage compartment,
remove the relevant rear cover from the lamp.
19Depress the catches and withdraw the
bulb panel from the lens unit (see illustration).
20The relevant bulb can then be removed
from the panel. The tail lamp bulb is of the
capless (push fit) type, whereas all other bulbs
have a bayonet fitting (see illustrations).
21Refitting is the reverse of the removal
sequence. Note that the rubber seal must be
renewed if damaged.
Number plate lamps
22Undo the two mounting screws and
remove the number plate lamp lens and seal.
23Withdraw the lamp and remove the clip
12•8 Body electrical systems
5.20a  Rear lamp cluster
A Direction indicator D Tail lamp
B Reversing lamp E Stop lamp
C Foglamp
5.19  Depress catches and withdraw rear
lamp bulb panel5.16  . . . then withdraw lamp and pull out
bulbholder
5.15  Push indicator side repeater lamp to
right . . .5.13  Indicator bulbs are of bayonet type
5.12  . . . then withdraw indicator lamp and
twist bulbholder free5.11  Remove retaining screw . . .5.3  Headlamp dip/main beam bulb wiring
connector (A), retaining clip (B) and
sidelamp bulbholder (C)
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bulb  is accidentally
touched, wipe it clean using
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							from the top of the lamp body to gain access
to the bulb.
24The bulb is of the capless (push fit) type
and can be pulled out of the lamp unit.
25Refitting is a reverse of the removal
procedure.
6 Bulbs (interior lamps)-
renewal
2
General
1Refer to Section 5.
Courtesy lamps
2Carefully prise the lens off the lamp unit
then remove the festoon bulb from its end
contacts.
3Fit the new bulb using a reversal of the
removal procedure. Check the tension of the
spring contacts and if necessary, bend them
so that they firmly contact the bulb end caps.
Glovebox lamp
4Open up the glovebox and undo the two
switch/lamp assembly retaining screws.
Disconnect the wiring connector and remove
the switch/lamp unit from the glovebox.
5Depress the lens retaining lug and remove
the lens assembly from the unit.
6Release the festoon bulb from its contacts
and remove it from the lens.
7Fit the new bulb using a reversal of the
removal procedure. Check the tension of the
spring contacts and if necessary, bend them
so that they firmly contact the bulb end caps.
Luggage compartment lamp
8Carefully prise the lamp out of the trim
panel using a suitable flat-bladed screwdriver.
9The bulb is a bayonet fit and can be
removed by pressing it in and twisting anti-
clockwise (see illustration).
10Refitting is a reverse of the removal
procedure.
Instrument panel illumination
and warning lamps
11Remove the instrument panel.
12Twist the relevant bulbholder (see
illustration)anti-clockwise and withdraw it
from the rear of the panel.
Body electrical systems  12•9
6.9  Luggage compartment lamp bulb is of
bayonet type5.20c  . . . whereas all other bulbs have
bayonet type fitting5.20b  Rear cluster tail lamp bulb is of
capless type . . .
6.12  Instrument panel assembly
1 Panel rear illumination
bulbs
2 ABS warning lamp bulb
(where fitted)
3 Boot open warning lamp
bulb
4 Hazard warning lamp bulb
5 Brake fail/handbrake
warning lamp bulb
6 Direction indicator
warning lamp bulb
7 Main beam warning lamp
bulb8 Oil pressure warning lamp
bulb
9 Ignition/charging lamp
warning bulb
10 Choke warning lamp bulb
- carburettor models
11 Caravan/trailer indicator
warning lamp bulb
12 Printed circuit
13 Coolant temperature
gauge
14 Tachometer
15 Speedometer16 Fuel gauge
17 Left-hand support bracket
18 Right-hand support
bracket
19 Illumination panel cover
20 Illumination panel printed
circuit
21 Panel front illumination
bulb
22 Tripmeter reset knob
23 Instrument panel cover
24 Instrument panel case
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							13All bulbs, with the exception of the main
panel illumination bulb, are integral with their
holders. The main panel illumination bulb is of
the capless type and is a push fit in its holder
(see illustrations). Be very careful to ensure
that the new bulbs are of the same rating as
those removed as this is especially important
in the case of the ignition/battery charging
warning lamp.
14Refitting is the reverse of the removal
procedure.
Facia illumination bulbs
15To renew the various facia illumination
bulbs, it will first be necessary to remove the
relevant facia panel to gain access to the
bulb.
Switch illumination bulbs
16All of the facia panel switches are fittedwith illuminating bulbs. Some are also fitted
with a bulb to show when the circuit
concerned is operating. These bulbs are an
integral part of the switch assembly and
cannot be obtained separately. Bulb
replacement will therefore require renewal of
the complete switch assembly.
7 Exterior lamp units- 
removal and refitting
4
Note:Disconnect the battery negative lead
before removing any lamp unit, and reconnect
the lead after refitting the lamp.
Headlamp
1Open up the bonnet, then undo the four
screws securing the radiator grille to theheadlamps and remove the grille from the
vehicle.
2Remove the screw securing the indicator
lamp assembly to the wing and position the
lamp unit clear of the headlamp assembly.
3Undo the two headlamp retaining screws
situated behind the indicator lamp and undo
the two upper headlamp retaining bolts (see
illustrations).
4Disconnect the headlamp wiring connector
(see illustration).
5Gently pull the headlamp upwards to
release it from its lower retainer, then remove
the headlamp and lower finisher trim panel
assembly from the vehicle.
6If necessary, the lower finisher can be
removed from the headlamp by removing the
retaining screw and releasing the two
retaining clips.
7Refitting is a reversal of the removal
procedure. On completion adjust the
headlamp beam.
Front direction indicator
8Open up the bonnet and remove the
indicator lamp upper retaining screw.
9Withdraw the lamp unit from the wing, then
twist the bulbholder in an anti-clockwise
direction to free it from the lamp and remove
the lamp unit from the vehicle.
10Refitting is the reverse of the removal
procedure.
Front direction indicator side
repeater
11Push the lamp unit towards the right to
free its retaining clips then withdraw it from
the wing.
12Pull the bulbholder out and remove the
lamp from the vehicle.
13Refitting is a reverse of the removal
procedure.
Rear lamp cluster
14Working from within the luggage
compartment, remove the relevant rear lamp
cover and disconnect the lamp wiring
connector (see illustration).
15Undo the four nuts securing the lamp unit
to the body and remove the unit from the
vehicle. Note the rubber seal which is fitted
between the lamp unit and body (see
illustration).
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7.15  Withdraw rear lamp unit noting
rubber seal7.14  Disconnect wiring connector (A) and
remove rear lamp unit retaining nuts (B)7.4  Disconnecting headlamp wiring
connector
7.3b  . . . and two headlamp retaining bolts7.3a  Remove headlamp retaining screws
(remaining one arrowed) . . .
6.13b  . . . bulb being of capless type6.13a  Instrument panel illumination
bulbholder is a twist fit in panel . . .
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