Instruments, Switches And Controls - Triumph TR3 Instruction Book

INSTRUMENTS, SWITCHES AND CONTROLS

NOTE :—In left-hand drive cars D changes with K, E with M, and F with H.
A Scuttle Ventilator Control.
B Windscreen Wiper Switch.
function when the ignition is switched on. They will return automatically
to the parked position when switched off.
C Direction Indicator Warning Light. Will flash when the switch G
is operated and the ignition is switched on.
D Oil Pressure Gauge.
The gauge should read 70 lb./sq. in. minimum when the car is travelling
at normal speeds and the oil is hot.
Low pressure may be registered when the engine is idling or running at
low speeds ; this is quite normal.
E Water Temperature Gauge.
the cooling water at the thermostat. Under normal motoring conditions
the water temperature should not exceed 185°F.
F Speedometer. Registers vehicle's speed and total distance covered,
and is fitted with a trip which is cancelled by pushing up the serrated
knob (situated under the instrument) and turning anti-clockwise.
G Direction Indicator Switch.
only operate with the ignition switched on, and a warning light (C)
will flash on the dash panel when the switch is operated.
Fig. 2. Instruments, switches and controls.
Indicates pressure of oil at the bearings.
To open ventilator pull control knob.
Pull knob to operate ; they will only
The gauge shows the temperature of
These self-cancelling indicators will
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