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Edited by Vilislav Pankov 2010

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  • Page 1 Edited by Vilislav Pankov 2010...
  • Page 2 The vehicle specification may vary according to market requirements and from model to model. Rover operate a policy of constant product improvement and therefore reserve the right to change specifications without notice at any time. Whilst every effort is made to ensure complete accuracy of the information in this handbook, no liabilities for inaccuracies or the consequences thereof can be accepted by the manufacturer or the dealer who supplied the handbook.
  • Page 3 Controls 1. Door release lever 12. Cigar lighter 2. Vanity mirror 13. Cassette holder 3. Face level vents 14. Ashtray 4. Sun visor 15. Steering column locking lever 5. Clock 16. Door mirror switches 6. Electric window switches 17. Coin tray 7.
  • Page 4 Keys & Locks Door Lock Key Luggage Compartment Lock Turn clockwise to lock. Turn key clockwise to open. Exterior Door Handle Luggage Compartment Release Lever Lift to open. Lift to open. Interior Locking Button Depress button to lock. LOCKS EXPLAINED Manual Locking You have been supplied with two identical keys The front doors and luggage compartment may be...
  • Page 5 Keys & Locks The front doors can also be locked from outside ANTI-THEFT SECURITY PRECAUTIONS the car without using a key. With the door open, lift the exterior handle and depress the locking button, The theft of motor vehicles or their before lowering the handle and closing the door.
  • Page 6 Keys & Locks INFRA-RED HANDSET * The handset number is printed on a label attached To the handset. You should record the number in a Safe place and then destroy the label. NOTE: For security reasons, replacement handsets Are not easy to obtain – proof of ownership will be Required when requesting a replacment.

  • Page 7: Anti-Theft Alarm

    Keys & Locks Ultrasonic space protection will be reactivated Automatically after the following sequence: 1) Unlock the door 2) Turn the starter switch on. 3) Turn the starter switch off and remove the 4) Lock the door. IMPORTANT ! To prevent false alarms, the ultrasonic space protection MUST BE SWITCHED OFF when: - The car is to be left locked with children...

  • Page 8: Head Restraints

    Seats 1. Forward/Backward Adjustment 4. Head Restraint Adjustment * Lift the lever to slide the seat forward or back. Depress button to raise or lower. Lower the lever and check the seat is locked in Adjust the angle of the restraint to ensure position before driving.
  • Page 9 Interior Light & Clock INTERIOR LIGHT SWITCH POSITIONS CLOCK 1. Light Permanently On The 12 hour clock display illuminates when the 2. Light Operated by Door Opening ignition is switched on, and dims for night viewing 3. Light Permanently Off when side or headlights are on.

  • Page 10: Wearing Seat Belts

    Seat Belts 1. Tongue Plate 3. Lock Release Button 2. Lock 4. Anchorage Release Button Press to release, slide up or down to adjust. WEARING SEAT BELTS To fasten, pull the tongue plate over the shoulder and push it into the lock nearest the wearer; a click WARNING! Seat belt Locks indicates that the belt is locked in position.
  • Page 11 It makes sense to ensure they are properly restrained. A range of child safety seats approved for use in all Rover cars is available from your Dealer, who will advise which type is most suitable. Child safety seat straps can be attached to the...

  • Page 12: Door Mirrors

    Mirrors DOOR MIRRORS Both door mirrors are spring loaded and can be folded back into a 'park' position to aid entry into narrow openings. To do this: - Electrically operated mirrors – pull the mirrors back towards the side windows until they click into position.

  • Page 13: Steering Column

    Steering Column STEERING COLUMN ADJUSTMENT The height of the steering column can be adjusted to suit your individual driving position. Push the locking lever down to free the steering column. Hold the lever down while moving the steering wheel (up or down) into the desired position.
  • Page 14 Windows ELECTRIC WINDOW SWITCHES Press down to lower and up to raise. 1. Driver's Window 3. Individual Passenger Window Switch 2. Front Passenger Window OPERATING ELECTRIC WINDOWS The electric windows can be operated when the WARNING! starter switch is turned to position 'II'. Accidental closing of an electrically Operated window on fingers, hands or on Ensure that the windows are not obstructed during...
  • Page 15 'T-Bar' Glass Roof The 'T-Bar' glass roof is made up of twin glass panels set into the roof. Either can be tilted open or removed as follows: Opening a Glass Panel 1. Pull the handle forward (to unlock). 2. Push the handle up. 3.
  • Page 16 'T-Bar' Glass Roof Refitting a Glass Panel Before refitting, note that the glass panels are NOT interchangeable, the curvature at each side of the roof is more pronounced than in the centre. To ensure accurate refitting, the wider hinge blade on each panel MUST be nearest to the centre of the car.

  • Page 17: Heating And Ventilation

    Heating & Ventilation 1. Air Distribution Control 4. Air Supply Control Face level vents only. Move control to the right to permit fresh air to be drawn into the car. Foot and face level vents. Foot level vents (some air to Move control to the left to prevent the Windscreen and window vents also).
  • Page 18 Heating & Ventilation USING YOUR HEATER Fresh air enters the heater through the air intake Heating grille in front of the windscreen. This must always Set the controls as shown, but with the be kept clear of obstructions, including snow and blower at the slowest speed (position 1) ice.

  • Page 19: Air Conditioning

    Heating & Ventilation AIR CONDITIONING * The air conditioner provides additional coolant Rapid Cooling nd reduces humidity. For rapid cooling, move the air supply control to the left to prevent the introduction of warm Using Your Air Conditioning air from outside the car and turn the blower The air conditioning can only be used when the switch to Position 4.

  • Page 20: Cigar Lighter

    Cigar Lighter & Ashtrays 1. Cigar Lighter 3. Rear Ashtray – high console Push in centre of lighter to heat. When ready, Open ashtray, pull to disengage top of casing the lighter will partially eject and can then be and remove. withdrawn for use.

  • Page 21: In-Car Entertainment

    In-Car Entertainment RADIO CASSETTE AND CD PLAYER Full operating instructions are given in the separate 'In-car Entertainment' book. COMPACT DISC CHANGER UNIT The compact disc changer unit is located beneath the front passenger's seat. RADIO AERIAL The radio aerial must be in place whenever the radio is to be used.

  • Page 22: Load Carrying

    Your dealer has The total roof rack load must NEVER exceed that details of all Rover approved towing equipment and given in 'Technical Data', and must include the can advise you of the most suitable type.
  • Page 23 Load Carrying FOLDING THE REAR SEATS The backrest is divided into two parts, either or both of which can be folded forward to increase the luggage area. Pull the controls situated in the luggage compartment to release the backrest. To secure the backrest in the folded position, stretch the webbing straps across the seat and loop the ends over the wire hooks, at the base of the seat cushion.
  • Page 24 Identification Symbols Most Rover controls, switches and instruments are marked with the international standard identification symbols shown below. However, please note that some symbols may not appear on your model. Warning Lights The warning light symbols, when illuminated, identify the subject, while the color defines the level of importance you should attach to the warning light.

  • Page 25: Driving Controls

    Driving Controls 1. Lighting, direction indicators switch 9. Handbrake 2. Hazard warning lights switch 10. Gear lever 3. Front fog light switch 11. Fuel cut-off switch 4. Rear fog guard lights switch 12. Horn push 5. Instrument and warning light panel 13.

  • Page 26: Instrument Panel

    Instrument Panel – 1.6 INSTRUMENTS 1. Temperature Gauge 4. Total Distance Recorder Indicates engine coolant temperature. Once the engine is at normal operating temperature, the 5. Trip Recorder pointer should always remain between the 'C' Records individual journey distances. (cold) and 'H' (hot) segments. If the pointer enters the HOT segment, stop the engine and 6.

  • Page 27: Warning Lights

    Instrument Panel – 1.6 WARNING LIGHTS 8. Engine Check 14. Hazard Warning Lights Illuminates when engine needs attention. Contact your Dealer. 15. Taildoor Indicates that taildoor is not shut. 9. Ignition/Battery Charging Light extinguishes when the engine is running. 16. Anti-lock Braking System * If it remains on, or lights whilst driving, a fault Light illuminates when starter switch is is indicated.
  • Page 28 Instrument Panel – 2.0 INSTRUMENTS 1. Temperature Gauge 4. Total Distance Recorder Indicates engine coolant temperature. Once the engine is at normal operating temperature, the 5. Trip Recorder pointer should always remain between the 'C' Records individual journey distances. (cold) and 'H' (hot) segments. If the pointer enters the HOT segment, stop the engine and 6.
  • Page 29 Instrument Panel – 2.0 WARNING LIGHTS 8. Ignition/Battery Charging 14. Hazard Warning Lights Light extinguishes when the engine is running. If it remains on, or lights whilst driving, a fault 15. Taildoor is indicated. Seek qualified assistance. Indicates that taildoor is not shut. 9.

  • Page 30: Starting And Driving

    Starting & Driving STARTER SWITCH & STEERING LOCK The combined switch uses the following sequence of key positions to operate the steering lock, electrical circuits and starter motor: 'O' – Off Electrical circuits switched off and steering locked (remove key and turn steering wheel slightly to engage lock).

  • Page 31: Starting The Engine

    Starting & Driving – 1.6 STARTING THE ENGINE WARNING! Before starting, check that the handbrake is on and that the gear lever is in neutral ( 'P' or 'N' for Never start or leave the engine running in automatic transmission). All unnecessary electrical an unventilated building –...
  • Page 32 Starting & Driving – 2.0 STARTING THE ENGINE RUNNING-IN Before starting, check that the handbrake is on and that the gear lever is in neutral. All unnecessary The engine, gearbox, brakes and tyres need electrical equipment should be switched off. time to 'bed-in' and adjust to the demand of everyday motoring.

  • Page 33: Manual Gearbox

    Manual Gearbox MANUAL GEARBOX The gear positions are indicated on the gear lever knob. Synchromesh engagement is provided on all forward gears, and in the neutral position the gear lever is spring loaded to rest naturally between 3rd and 4th gears. Reverse Gear: To select reverse gear, ensure the vehicle is stationary, fully depress the clutch pedal and pause briefly before moving the gear lever into...

  • Page 34: Automatic Gearbox

    Automatic Gearbox AUTOMATIC GEARBOX 'P' – Park (Transmission locked) Select ONLY with the vehiclestationary and the handbreake on. 'R' - Reverse Select ONLY when the vehicle is stationary. 'N' - Neutral Select when the vehicle is stationary for a prolonged period with the engine running (at traffic lights for example).
  • Page 35 Automatic Gearbox Gear Selector Position Freeing the Car from Snow or Mud The 'D4' position is intended for normal driving. At If your car gets stuck, attempt to drive out using light throttle with the pedal held steady, the 'R' or '2' gears with the help of mats or gravel gearbox will automatically change through the placed next to the wheels to increase traction.
  • Page 36 Lights & Indicators 1. Side, Tail and Panel Lights USING YOUR LIGHTS Rotate switch to Position 1. When the ignition is switched on, the dim-dip headlights also Dim-dip Headlights illuminate. Dim-dip headlights illuminate automatically when sidelights and ignition are switched on. They are 2.
  • Page 37 Switches 1. Hazard Warning Lights 4. Instrument Panel Illumination * Press to operate all the direction indicators Rotate control to adjust intensity of together. Use ONLY in an emergency to warn illumination. other road users when your vehicle is causing an obstruction or is in a hazardous situation.

  • Page 38: Wipers And Washers

    Wipers & Washers WINDSCREEN WIPERS AND REAR SCREEN WIPER AND WASHERS WASHER 1. Intermittent Wipe 6. Rear Screen Wipers Rotate the switch to Position 1 – wipers operate Rotate switch to position 6. After continuously every five seconds approx. wiping for eight seconds approx. the wiper operates intermittently.

  • Page 39: Anti-Lock Brake System

    Brakes BRAKING SYSTEM HANDBRAKE The hydraulic braking system operates through The handbrake operates on the rear wheels only . two, diagonally split circuits – each controlling one Pull the lever up to operate. front and one rear wheel. If one circuit should fail, the other will continue to function, but this will To release, pull the lever up slightly, depress the result in increased brake pedal travel and longer...

  • Page 40: Fuel System

    Fuel System 1. Fuel Filler Release Lever 2. Fuel Filler Cap Lift to release fuel filler flap. Turn anti-clockwise to remove. TYPE OF FUEL AND FUEL FILLING The RON value (octane rating) of petroleum fuel commonly available at garage forecourts will vary in different countries.
  • Page 41 Fuel System FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH The fuel cut-off switch is a safety device which automatically cuts off the fuel supply in the event of a collision or sudden impact. The switch is located behind the front ashtray on the right-hand side. After an impact, the switch must be reset by pressing the button (arrowed in illustration above) before the engine can be restarted.

  • Page 42: Fuel Economy

    Fuel System FUEL ECONOMY Always Remember; Driving Gently Saves Fuel! To obtain the best fuel economy your engine - Avoid fast starts and always accelerate must be correctly tuned and the car maintained smoothly. in accordance with the manufacturer's - Do not drive in low gears longer than recommendations.

  • Page 43: Catalytic Converter

    However, provided the engine has reached its normal operating temperature, the car may be driven SLOWLY (at risk of catalyst damage) to a Rover dealer for assistance.

  • Page 44: Owner Maintenance

    Rover Dealer at the intervals shown. The Owner Information Book included in the literature pack includes a section of Service Records pages. It is important that these are correctly endorsed by your Rover dealer at the conclusion of each service.

  • Page 45: Engine Compartment

    Engine Compartment 1.6 MODELS 1. Fusebox – engine compartment 6. Power steering reservoir 2. Anti-lock braking system fluid reservoir * 7. Cooling system reservoir 3. Brake fluid reservoir 8. Engine oil dipstick 4. Engine oil filler cap 9. Battery 5. Washer reservoir...
  • Page 46 Engine Compartment 2.0 MODELS 1. Engine oil dipstick 6. Cooling system reservoir 2. Washer reservoir – non Turbo models 7. Fusebox – engine compartment 3. Power steering reservoir 8. Battery 4. Brake fluid reservoir 9. Washer reservoir – Turbo models 5.

  • Page 47: Closing The Bonnet

    Bonnet Opening 1. Bonnet Release Handle 3. Bonnet Support Stay Pull handle to release bonnet latch. Fit the support stay into the 'arrowed' cut-out in the bonnet. 2. Bonnet Safety Catch lever Lift lever to release safety catch. 4. Support Stay Cut-out 5.

  • Page 48: Oil Specification

    Engine 1.6 engine 2.0 engine 1. Oil Level Dipstick To top-up, remove the oil filler cap and add Pull to remove. sufficient oil to bring the level to the dipstick maximum mark. Use the correct grade of oil an 2. Oil Level Maximum Mark DO NOT OVERFILL! 3.

  • Page 49: Cooling System

    Cooling System 1. Filler Cap Turn anti-clockwise and pause before removing To release air pressure. 2. Maximum Coolant Level Indicator Coolant should not be above indicator when cold. 3. Minimum Coolant Level Indicator Top-up coolant if level falls below indicator. 4.
  • Page 50 Cooling System COOLING SYSTEM Topping-up Anti-Freeze The coolant level should be maintained between The coolant system was filled with the correct the maximum and minimum indicators WHEN THE mixture of anti-freeze and water when the car was SYSTEM IS COLD. delivered new.

  • Page 51: Braking System

    Braking System 1. Reservoir Filler Cap ANTI-LOCK BRAKING FLUID LEVEL Turn a quarter turn anti-clockwise and lift to (1.6 models only) remove. 1. Reservoir Filler Cap 2. 'MAX' – Maximum Level 2. Anti-lock Braking Filler Cap 3. 'MIN' – Minimum Level 3.

  • Page 52: Power Steering

    Power Steering EMERGENCY OPERATION The power steering pump must NOT be operated the fluid level has dropped below the lower (or minimum) mark. In an emergency the reservoir may be topped-up the upper (or maximum) mark to allow the vehicle to be driven to your Dealer for examination.
  • Page 53 NOTE: Tyre sizes are shown in 'Technical Data' naturally increased in warm tyres). Snow Chains The recommended pressures are shown in Only fit snow chains approved by Rover and 'Forecourt Data' on the rear cover. available from your Rover dealer. Always observe the following recommendations: Always remember;...

  • Page 54: Wipers And Washers

    Wipers & Washers WIPER BLADE RENEWAL 1. Retaining Clip 2. Wiper Blade 3. Wiper Arm Lift the wiper arm away from the screen, press the Retaining clip and slide the wiper blade down the Arm to withdraw. Position the new blade assembly on the wiper arm Push into engagement with the wiper arm and Check that it is secure.
  • Page 55 Wipers & Washers WINDSCREEN WASHERS Check the reservoir every week and top-up with a mixture of water and Unipart All Seasons Screenwash. During freezing conditions, the recommended quantities of screenwash shown in the table will help to disperse ice and snow. For 1.6 and 2.0 non Turbo models: Reservoir Temperature...

  • Page 56: Battery Maintenance

    Battery BATTERY MAINTENANCE The battery is sealed for life and no topping-up is required – Do not attempt to remove the cover! Keep the battery case clean and dry and occasionally coat the terminals with petroleum jelly. Battery Disconnecting Before disconnecting the battery, switch off the engine and all electrical equipment.
  • Page 57 Cleaning & Car Care WASHING YOUR CAR Body Protection Wash your car frequently using a sponge and After washing, inspect the paintwork for damage. generous quantities of cold or warm water Treat paint chips and scratches with touch-up paint containing a car shampoo. Rinse and dry off with a to prevent corrosion, and occasionally protect the chamois leather.
  • Page 58 Cleaning & Car Care LOOKING AFTER THE INTERIOR RECOMMENDED CAR CARE PRODUCTS - Clean plastic-faced or cloth upholstery with Vinyl & Leather Upholstery diluted upholstery cleaner. Cleaner GAC 2080 Fabric Upholstery Cleaner GAC 2081 - Leather seats and steering wheels should be Engine Degreaser GAC 2053 cleaned with a damp cloth moistened with...

  • Page 59: Emergency Towing

    Emergency Towing TOWING FOR RECOVERY Before being towed: - Turn the starter key to position 'II' to unlock the steering and enable the brake lights, wipers and direction indicators to operate. - Place the gear lever in neutral ('N' for automatic transmission) and release the handbrake.

  • Page 60: Wheel Changing

    Wheel Changing WARNING! To avoid injury from passing vehicles, try to park your car in a lay-by away from the thoroughfare and make your passengers wait in a safe area away from the disabled vehicle. ALWAYS switch on the hazard warning lights and use any other warning devices available to alert other road users.
  • Page 61 Wheel Changing Positioning the scissor jack JACK USAGE Changing the Wheel Before using the vehicle jack, ensure that the jack - Before raising the car, use the wheel nut part number (on the label attached to the jack) is spanner to slacken the wheel nuts half a turn KAJ 100300 anti-clockwise.
  • Page 62 Wheel Changing LOCKING WHEEL NUTS Cars with alloy wheels are fitted with one locking wheel nut on each wheel. These are visually very similar to standard wheel nuts but can only be removed using the special tools provided, as follows: 1.
  • Page 63 Fuses FASCIA PANEL FUSES Cigar lighter Headlight dim/dip * A fuse is a simple circuit breaker, designed to protect electrical equipment by preventing the Side & tail lights RH, number electrical circuit from being overloaded. A 'blown' plate light fuse is often indicated when the electrical Side &...

  • Page 64: Engine Compartment Fuses

    Fuses ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUSES The fusebox is situated on the left side at the front of the engine compartment for 2.0 models. For 1.6 models, it is on the right side behind the battery. To remove a fuse, press the removal tweezers (located at A in illustration) onto the head of the fuse and pull.

  • Page 65: Bulb Replacement

    Bulb Replacement BULB REPLACEMENT Watts Part No. Before replacing a bulb, always switch off the respective lighting switch to prevent any possibility Headlight – dip/main 60/55 GLB 472 of a short circuit. Headlight – dip/main 60/55 GLB 476 (yellow) Always replace bulb with the same type and Headlight GLB 448 specification.
  • Page 66 Bulb Replacement Rear light cluster – direction indicator (1), reserving (2), Fog guard (3), tail (4), stop (5). Release bulb seal and trim, squeeze levers (arrowed) to withdraw light unit. Front direction indicators: Remove screw to Glovebox light: Remove screws, disconnect plug release lamp.
  • Page 67 Bulb Replacement Number plate light: Remove screw. Withdraw Interior light: Prise the lens from the light. Spread lens and seal. Release bulb from clips. the bulb holders to release the bulb. Fog light: Remove screws to release lamp. Remove rubber cover from base of light and move bulb retaining clip in direction of arrow to release bulb.

  • Page 68: Parts And Accessories

    Only Rover Dealer are able to provide a full range Similarly, owners purchasing accessories while of recommended parts and accessories that have travelling abroad, should ensure that the accessory the full backing of the vehicle warranty.

  • Page 69: Technical Data

    Technical Data Engine 1.6 Capacity................1590cm³ (97in³) Firing Order................1-3-4-2 Idle Speed................780±50 rev/min Exhaust gas CO content at idle speed........0.1%max (hot) at tail pipe Engine 2.0 Capacity................1994cm³ (121.68in³ ) Firing Order................1-3-4-2 Idle Speed................875±50 rev/min Exhaust gas CO content at idle speed........0.5%max (hot) at tail pipe Ignition System (1.6 engine) Type..................Breakerless - electronic Spark plugs................XHM 279 or XHM 281...
  • Page 70 Technical Data Weights Unladen (full fuel tank, excluding options): 1.6 Coupe – manual................1100kg (2425 ib) 1.6 Coupe – automatic …..............1120kg (2470 ib) 2.0 Coupe..................1190kg (2625 ib) 2.0 Coupe – Turbo …...............1210kg (2670 ib) Maximum gross vehicle weight: 1.6 models..................1580kg (3485 ib) 2.0 models..................1630kg (3595 ib) Maximum rear axle load:...

  • Page 71: Fuel Grade

    200 Series Coupe FUEL GRADE (tank capacity: 55 litres, 12 gal) Catalyst 1.6 models: UNLEADED petrol – 91 RON minimum equipped: 2.0 models: Premium UNLEADED petrol – 95 RON minimum CAUTION: Using LEADED fuel will cause serious damage to the catalyst! ENGINE OIL Grade: 10W/40...

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