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  • Page 1 MORGAN PLUS SIX OWNER’S HANDBOOK...
  • Page 2 REIMAGINED, POWERFUL, REFINED.
  • Page 3 ‫.ةرايسلا‬ The content contained within this handbook is correct at the time of publication, however due to the nature of Morgan motor vehicle production, some details may be subject to change. Version 1.0, October 2019 © Morgan Motor Company 2019...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Welcome ...............2 Vehicle Identification ........3 Technical Information ........4 Safety Information ...........7 Locks, Keys and Security ......8 Seating and Safety Restraints ....9 Instruments and Switches ......12 Driver Information Panel ......16 Control Stalks .............21 Lights, Indicators and Wipers ....22 Transmission Modes ........24 Gear Modes............26 Under Dashboard Functions ....28 Foot Operated Controls ......29...

  • Page 5: Welcome

    This handbook has been produced in order to give the owner a good understanding of how best to use and enjoy their Morgan Plus Six. The owner/ driver should read and understand the content of this handbook before using the car, and the handbook should then be kept in the car for reference at any time.

  • Page 6: Vehicle Identification

    VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION Supplying Dealer Information: Morgan advises that the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is recorded in this section along with other records that may be useful when requesting or ordering replacement parts. The VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) plate is positioned under the left bonnet on the inner panel ahead of the A-Post.
  • Page 7 MORGAN PLUS SIX TECHNICAL INFORMATION Capacities Engine Information Fuel Tank (approx.) ........46 litres (12.2 US Gall.) Engine ..............BMW 3.0L (2,998cc) in-line six cylinder Windscreen washer bottle ....2.5 litres (0.7 US Gall.) direct injection with twin scroll turbo.

  • Page 8: Technical Information

    Suspension Chassis Front ..............Double wishbone with anti-roll bar Wheelbase (fully loaded) ....... 2520mm (99.21 in) Rear ..............Double wishbone Castor Front Track Front ............. 1492mm (58.74 in) 5°30’ Castor Rear ........N.A Camber Front 0.5° +/- 0.25° Track Rear ............1492mm (58.74 in) Camber Rear ..........0.75°...

  • Page 10: Safety Information

    • Take particular care when driving on wet or slippery surfaces. Your Morgan Plus Six is intended to be used in a safe manner, always obey the local laws and speed limits, never travelling faster than is appropriate for the IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS road, weather and traffic conditions.
  • Page 11 It is recommended that any work to be performed on a Morgan Plus Six should be undertaken by a Morgan service agent.

  • Page 12: Seating And Safety Restraints

    WARNING Never lock the vehicle when a person or animal is inside the vehicle. The Morgan Plus Six is supplied with 2 keys for the vehicle ignition system, and 2 RCL fobs. Contained within the ignition key is a chip used to disarm the WARNING Never leave the vehicle unattended and unlocked.
  • Page 13 WARNING When the vehicle is in motion above 5mph and weight The seatbelt units fitted to the Morgan Plus Six are inertia reel seat belts. The seat is detected in the passenger seat, the vehicle will emit an audible warning belts may lock automatically unless the seatbelt is fastened.
  • Page 14 WARNING Not checking or maintaining seat belts can result in serious a Morgan Plus Six who are able to use the seat belts as intended without any injury or death if the seat belts do not work properly when needed.

  • Page 15: Instruments And Switches

    INSTRUMENTS AND SWITCHES Central Dashboard - RHD 80 90 100 x100 Miles Speedometer Odometer & Trip meter Footwell Vent 10. Hazard Warning Analogue Clock Trip Reset Button Air Conditioning 11. Heated Windscreen Tachometer Heater Fan Control Ignition/Engine Start 12. Temperature Control 13.
  • Page 16 INSTRUMENTS AND SWITCHES Central Dashboard - LHD 140 160 x100 Tachometer Rev Limit Warning Light Air Conditioning 10. Heated Windscreen Analogue Clock Heater Fan Control Ignition/Engine Start 11. Temperature Control Speedometer Footwell Vent Hazard Warning 12. Trip Reset Button 13. Odometer & Trip Meter...
  • Page 17 INSTRUMENTS PUSH BUTTON SWITCHES Heater Fan Control (6 RHD, 5 LHD) Speedometer (1 RHD, 3 LHD) Rotate the Heater Fan Control knob clockwise to increase fan speed. Rotate The speedometer indicates the road speed of the vehicle. The display is miles per anti-clockwise to reduce fan speed.
  • Page 18 Fuel Level Gauge Your Morgan Plus Six is equipped with a visual fuel gauge. The gauge will indicate that the tank is full of fuel when the needle is positioned to the far right of the gauge. As the fuel is used the needle will move towards the left hand side of the gauge representing the amount of fuel remaining in the tank.

  • Page 19: Driver Information Panel

    DRIVER INFORMATION PANEL Fuel Gauge Oil Level / Oil Pressure Warning Right Indicator 13. Fog Lamp LCD Screen Check Seat Belt 10. Battery Charge Warning 14. Side Lights or Auto Lights Coolant Temperature Heated Screen 11. High Beam 15. Brake Warning ABS Warning Lamp Selected Drive Mode or Gear 12.
  • Page 20 DRIVER INFORMATION PANEL ICON EXPLANATION Measurement Conditions Not Met. Door Open. Fan. Heater. Exterior Started. No Measurements Temperature. Warning. Available. Secure Powertrain Gearbox Engine Overseer Overseer Oil Level Oil Level. Vehicle Breakdown. Overheated. Overheated. Off. Fault. Below Min. Against Stop At Once! Stop Carefully.
  • Page 21 DRIVER INFORMATION PANEL WARNING Operating the driver information panel menus during driving can cause distraction, resulting in loss of control of the vehicle, accident, serious injury or death to the occupants of the vehicle and others. Only operate the driver information menu if permissible in the traffic situation. Stop if necessary and operate the system with the vehicle at a standstill.
  • Page 22 DRIVER INFORMATION PANEL - OIL LEVEL It is recommended that an oil level check is carried out periodically. To activate an oil level measurement, the vehicle should be: 1. Parked on a level surface. 2. Park or Neutral gear selected. 3. The engine should be running at normal operating temperature. WARNING Do not scroll through Driver Information menus while driving the vehicle.
  • Page 23 DRIVER INFORMATION PANEL - CONTINUED Continue to press the right stalk button to select the following information: WARNING Do not scroll through Driver Information menus while driving the vehicle. Outside Temperature Amber Warning Symbols PRESS the right stalk button to cycle through Amber Warning messages may be present while the menu to display the outside temperature cycling through the Driver Information menu.

  • Page 24: Control Stalks

    CONTROL STALKS Driver Info Panel Wiper Stalk Indicator Stalk PUSH UP for PUSH DOWN to indicate LEFT Windscreen Wipers PUSH UP to indicate RIGHT Intermittent Speed 1 Speed 2 Button Button PRESS to toggle PRESS to toggle Auto Lights ON/OFF Driver Information display Outer Ring ROTATE to select...

  • Page 25: Lights, Indicators And Wipers

    LIGHTS, INDICATORS AND WIPERS Windscreen Wipers/Washers The right hand stalk behind the steering wheel operates the wiper and washer Lights and Indicators system. To operate the wipers move the control upward. The lights and indicators are operated from the left hand stalk behind the steering wheel.
  • Page 26 DRIVING LIGHTS Ignition Switch/Steering Lock The ignition switch is located on the steering column and has 3 positions. Daytime Driving Lights Position: Steering wheel lock in operation and ignition off, key can be In some countries daytime driving lights are compulsory. Daytime driving lights extracted in this position.

  • Page 27: Transmission Modes

    TRANSMISSION MODES D DRIVE WARNING An unsecured vehicle can start moving and rolling away. Danger Selector lever position for all normal driving. All gears for forward driving are of accidents. Before leaving the vehicle, secure it to prevent rolling away. selected automatically.
  • Page 28 ENGAGING DRIVE MODES General Apply the foot brake until the driver is ready to drive off; this will prevent the vehicle from moving when a gear is selected. • It is possible to move from selector lever position P with the engine running and the brake pressed.
  • Page 29 DRIVE MODES Comfort, Sport & Sport+ By default the vehicle will start in Comfort, which delivers the most efficient shift programme. It is possible to also use the shift paddles to select higher or lower gears in Comfort Mode (see Shift Paddle section). Activating Sport When in the drive position (D) the selector lever may be moved (left) into the Sport position.
  • Page 30 Selecting gears in Sport Mode using the Shift Paddles: Shift paddles on the steering column enable fast gear shifting without taking hands off the steering wheel. To shift down: Pull the left Shift Paddle briefly towards the steering wheel. To shift up: Pull the right Shift Paddle briefly towards the steering wheel.

  • Page 31: Under Dashboard Functions

    UNDER DASHBOARD FUNCTIONS 80 90 100 x100 Overseer Switch Instrument Dimmer Switch Front Heater Vents Volume Control Audio Jack Socket Diagnostic Socket Heated Seat Switches Footwell Lights 12V Electric Socket Overseer Switch WARNING Do not disable the overseer for driving on public roads. The overseer is a safety feature that detects locking of the rear wheels.
  • Page 32 NOTICE This socket is not designed to take high ampere loads. Maximum recommended load is 10 amps. Diagnostic socket for connecting to and interfacing with the Plus Six’s electronic systems. It is recommended that this is only performed by an authorised WARNING The socket cannot be used as a means to charge the vehicle.

  • Page 33: Hand Operated Controls

    It is important to have the steering controls in the correct position for the driver. The steering column in the Morgan Plus Six can be adjusted up or down and forwards or backwards. To move the steering wheel into the desired position...

  • Page 34: Heating Ventilation And Ac

    AC switched on. To start the Plus Six, turn the key to the second position and press the Start button Conditioned air is supplied to the cabin via the outlets in the heater unit.
  • Page 35 WARNING Avoid folding or unfolding the rear window in very cold WARNING It is recommended that the Morgan Plus Six is not driven conditions. This may cause the rear window panel to split. at excessive speeds with the hood and sidescreens up as this may result in damage to the windscreen.
  • Page 36 HOOD DOWN PROCEDURE (CONT.) FOLD 2 FOLD 1 Begin lifting the hood from the front rail. Carefully WARNING Failure to release the press studs WARNING Ensure the high level brake light is make a neat fold through the rear window panel. before lowering the hood can damage not covered by the fabric from the hood.
  • Page 37 HOOD COVER FITTING PROCEDURE To avoid potential damage to the vehicle, it is recommended that two people perform the following procedure: Slide the hood cover under the rail, passing the rear INSIDE: Ensure the hood is folded down. Pull the rear Have a helper lift and support the rear hood rail.
  • Page 38 HOOD UP PROCEDURE - To avoid potential damage to the vehicle, it is recommended that two people perform the following procedure: Remove hood cover if fitted (see Hood cover fitting). Inside: Locate the rear hood rail release lever next Outside: Carefully unfold the hood, positioning the to the drivers seat.
  • Page 39 HOOD UP PROCEDURE - CONT. Inside: Attach the press studs to the side rails. Outside: Secure the lower sides of the hood by Push down on the rear hood rail over the clamping pushing in the press studs either side of the vehicle. points to secure from the rear and provide the required tension through the hood.

  • Page 40: Fuel Filling

    Pull out the cap. A security strap prevents the cap from falling. The Morgan Plus Six must be fuelled with unleaded gasoline fuel. The Morgan Plus Six will run satisfactorily on gasoline of a minimum octane rating of 95 RON. Using...

  • Page 41: Bonnets

    NOTICE Take extra care to avoid scratching paint and engine components with the bonnet stay. The bonnet stay on your Morgan Plus Six is located inside the bonnet. To put up the bonnet using the bonnet stay, place one end of the bonnet stay through the NOTICE Always check the bonnet is supported by the bonnet stay fully lower bracket and the other end through the top bracket on the bonnet itself.

  • Page 42: Tyres

    See ‘Tyre Placard Label’. Cold Tyre Inflation Pressure Morgan recommend that the tyres should be inflated to 28psi/193kPa. This WARNING Tyres must be inflated to the correct pressures. Over or information can also be found on the vehicles Tyre Placard Label located either under inflated tyres can cause blowouts resulting in accidents causing on the driver’s side door tread plate or under the left bonnet on the inner...
  • Page 43 Tyres’ at the front of the handbook for tyre pressures. It is important that the differences in road characteristics and climate. Traction tyre pressures are adjusted only when the Tyres are cold (when the car has been standing for a minimum of 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile). Always replace The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
  • Page 44 Tyre Size Markings Tyre Identification Number (TIN) On the sidewall of the tyre will be marked the tyre size, for example: Marked on the sidewall of the tyre is the TIN; this is made up of 5 sections. Starting with DOT, then a 2-digit manufacturers code, then a 2-digit tyre size code, 255/35R19 96Y then a 3-digit construction code finishing with a 4-digit month and year code.

  • Page 45: Fuse Box

    See ‘LIFTING THE VEHICLE.’ Flat Tyre (Emergency Tyre Repair) In the event of sustaining a flat tyre, contact your nearest Morgan dealer or a vehicle recovery company. If your vehicle carries a puncture repair kit, follow the...

  • Page 46: Battery

    BATTERY BATTERY REMOVAL The Morgan Plus Six uses a “maintenance free” battery which is located under If the battery is required to be removed from the vehicle this should normally be the bonnet on the passenger side of the vehicle. If the battery is required to performed by a Morgan dealer.
  • Page 47 Towing Trailers The Morgan Plus Six is not designed for use as a towing vehicle for either towing JUMP STARTING trailers or other vehicles. To jump start the Morgan Plus Six, connect the positive jump starting power WARNING Do not use a Morgan Plus Six to tow trailers or any supply first to the positive terminal on the battery.

  • Page 48: Maintenance

    The following details, or even killed. along with services from a Morgan distributor or dealer, will help to prolong the life and enjoyment of the car. WARNING Never lift a car when the engine is running.
  • Page 49 / or engine damage. Do not exceed the service date indicated. Morgan recommends having the engine oil changed by a certified Morgan A current measurement is available after approximately 30 minutes of the journey.
  • Page 50 Both coolant systems should The Morgan Plus Six uses a replaceable oil filter element located in the middle be filled to half way up the tank with HT-12 coolant and should be inspected only of the left-hand side of the engine which should always be replaced when the when the engine is cool.
  • Page 51 At the same time it is recommended that all the hose clips and hoses be examined for tightness and damage. Any persistent loss of coolant should be indicated to a Morgan service agent at the earliest opportunity. NOTICE: When the expansion tank is filled above half, water would be discharged when the engine is hot.
  • Page 52 The brake fluid in the system must be drained and replaced every 2 years. The brakes will be inspected regularly during a normal service. Cleanliness is essential when dealing with brakes as grease or oil cannot be removed from brake linings. Always replace brake parts with genuine Morgan original specification components.

  • Page 53: Cleaning

    After this initial period, the surface of the paintwork should be thoroughly cleaned. Any imperfections, such as light scratches, should be removed using a Your Morgan Plus Six is fitted with two door mounted and one windscreen fine rubbing compound applied with a soft cloth.

  • Page 55: Warranty

    Proper maintenance protects against major repair expenses resulting from neglect or inadequate maintenance. It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure When the vehicle needs warranty repairs it should be taken to any MORGAN that all of the scheduled maintenance is performed within 1 month or 1,000 authorised service dealer.
  • Page 56 Vehicle Limited Warranty are described below. When making warranty repairs exposure to the elements. on your vehicle, the authorized service point will use genuine Morgan new or re-manufactured parts, or other parts that are authorized by Morgan. Here are examples: •...
  • Page 57 • Minor wind noise or water ingress or normal vehicle noises or vibrations. completed at the designated intervals. Engine parts other than Morgan new or • Non-Morgan engine parts; for example, parts installed by modifiers, or...
  • Page 58 Owner Checks and Services NORMAL SCHEDULE The Normal Schedule applies to those who operate their vehicle under typical, (Refer to Mileage Intervals for Additional Checks and Services) everyday driving conditions. The maintenance frequency represented in the normal schedule typifies what most vehicle operators will require. The owner or a service technician should perform certain basic maintenance checks and inspections at the intervals indicated.
  • Page 59 NOTES / AMENDMENTS...
  • Page 60 MORGAN PLUS SIX 3 MONTHS COURTESY CHECK 3 months after delivery Checked by: ....................... Dealer Stamp Name: ..............................Address: ........................................................................................................................Date: ..............................Mileage: ..............................Signature: ..............................
  • Page 61 MORGAN PLUS SIX 1 SERVICE 10,000 miles (16,000km) or 12 months after delivery (whichever comes first.) RENEW OIL OIL FILTER AIR FILTER SPARK PLUG Serviced by: Dealer Stamp Name: ..........................Address: ........................................................................................................ Date: ..........................Mileage: ..........................Signature:...
  • Page 62 MORGAN PLUS SIX 2 SERVICE 20,000 miles (32,000km) or 24 months after delivery (whichever comes first.) RENEW OIL OIL FILTER AIR FILTER SPARK PLUG Serviced by: Dealer Stamp Name: ..........................Address: ........................................................................................................ Date: ..........................Mileage: ..........................Signature:...
  • Page 63 MORGAN PLUS SIX 3 SERVICE 30,000 miles (48,000km) or 36 months after delivery (whichever comes first.) RENEW OIL OIL FILTER AIR FILTER SPARK PLUG Serviced by: Dealer Stamp Name: ..........................Address: ........................................................................................................ Date: ..........................Mileage: ..........................Signature:...
  • Page 64 MORGAN PLUS SIX 4 SERVICE 40,000 miles (64,000km) or 48 months after delivery (whichever comes first.) RENEW OIL OIL FILTER AIR FILTER SPARK PLUG Serviced by: Dealer Stamp Name: ..........................Address: ........................................................................................................ Date: ..........................Mileage: ..........................Signature:...
  • Page 65 MORGAN PLUS SIX 5 SERVICE 50,000 miles (80,000km) or 60 months after delivery (whichever comes first.) RENEW OIL OIL FILTER AIR FILTER SPARK PLUG Serviced by: Dealer Stamp Name: ..........................Address: ........................................................................................................ Date: ..........................Mileage: ..........................Signature:...
  • Page 66 MORGAN PLUS SIX 6 SERVICE 60,000 miles (96,000km) or 72 months after delivery (whichever comes first.) RENEW OIL OIL FILTER AIR FILTER SPARK PLUG Serviced by: Dealer Stamp Name: ..........................Address: ........................................................................................................ Date: ..........................Mileage: ..........................Signature:...
  • Page 67 MORGAN PLUS SIX 7 SERVICE 70,000 miles (112,000km) or 84 months after delivery (whichever comes first.) RENEW OIL OIL FILTER AIR FILTER SPARK PLUG Serviced by: Dealer Stamp Name: ..........................Address: ........................................................................................................ Date: ..........................Mileage: ..........................Signature:...
  • Page 68 MORGAN PLUS SIX 8 SERVICE 80,000 miles (128,000km) or 96 months after delivery (whichever comes first.) RENEW OIL OIL FILTER AIR FILTER SPARK PLUG Serviced by: Dealer Stamp Name: ..........................Address: ........................................................................................................ Date: ..........................Mileage: ..........................Signature:...
  • Page 69 MORGAN PLUS SIX 9 SERVICE 90,000 miles (145,000km) or 108 months after delivery (whichever comes first.) RENEW OIL OIL FILTER AIR FILTER SPARK PLUG Serviced by: Dealer Stamp Name: ..........................Address: ........................................................................................................ Date: ..........................Mileage: ..........................Signature:...
  • Page 71 INDEX 3 Months Courtesy Check .....57 Comfort Mode ..........26 Fog Lamp, Rear ........15, 23 Horn ............21, 23 12 Volt Socket ..........29 Contents ..............1 Fog Lights ............21 Icon Explanation ..........17 Control Stalks ..........21 Foot Brake ............29 ............14, 31 Ignition ..............14 Coolant Temperature ........15 Foot Controls ..........29...
  • Page 72 Oil and Fluid Specifications ......4 Start Button ............14 Ventilation ............31 Oil Change ............46 Starting Procedure ........31 Ventilation Distribution ......31 Oil Filter ...............47 Steering Column Adjustment ....30 Vents ..............29 Oil Level ...............19 Steering Lock ............23 ............3, 42 Oil Measurement, Electronic ....46 Suspension ............5 Volume Control Button...
  • Page 73 NOTES / AMENDMENTS...

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