DMC De Lorean Owner's Handbook Manual

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Page 1 Lorean Owners Association or a qualified service center Mailing List. for current maintenance information. While it is possible to purchase an actual De Lorean Owners Handbook from a variety of different sources, most are priced at about $35 as this is written.While a...
Page 3 De Lorean Owner’s Handbook Part No. 113090 Published by De Lorean Motor Cars (1982) Limited...
Page 4 We would like to take the opportunity to Part 1 - Controls and Operating Note: thank you for selecting a De Lorean motor The specifications and descriptions Part 2 - Maintenance car and to wish you many years of happy...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Controls and Operating Seat Back Recline Adjustment Ignition Switch and Anti-Theft Key to Car Controls 4 - 5 Seat Back Release Lever Deterrent Steering Column Lock Key to Instrument Cluster Parking Brake Interior Lights Doors and Locks Inertia Seat Belts Remote Control Side View Mirrors External Warning System...
Page 7: Key To Car Controls
Controls and Operating KEY TO CAR CONTROLS – Fig. 1 1. Courtesy Light Switch 17. Ignition Switch 6. Trip Meter Reset 2. Side WIndow Air Duct 18. Illumination Control 7. Tachometer 3. Left Hand Column Switch 19. Centre Console Controls 8.
Page 8: Doors And Locks
External – Fig. 3 window sill directly below the power window behind the driver’s seat. The De Lorean is equipped with a central glass. Do not attempt to close the door by locking system which locks or unlocks both exerting pressure at the front edge as this Take care not to leave keys in the car.
Page 9: Seats
Controls and Operating SEATS – Fig. 6 Parking Brake – Fig. 7 Seat Back Release Lever The parking brake, located adjacent to the Seat Travel Adjustment Lift release lever (3) to allow seat back to tilt driver’s side door sill, is applied by pulling Lift up on the seat travel release bar (1) and forward for access.
Page 10: Inertia Seat Belts
Controls and Operating INERTIA SEAT BELTS – Fig. 8 Withdraw the belt from the reel with a steady Renew a seat belt assembly which is in any pull, sudden snatches will lock the reel. way damaged or which has withstood the Warning System strain of a severe impact.
Page 11: Steering Column Controls
Controls and Operating STEERING COLUMN STEERING COLUMN CENTRE CONSOLE CONTROLS – Fig. 11 CONTROLS – Fig. 12 CONTROLS – Fig. 13 (1) Direction indicator – raise for right. (1) Normal speed wipe. (1) Cigar lighter. To use push in all the way (2) Direction indicator –...
Page 12: Temperature Control
Controls and Operating BI-LEVEL – In this position and with the temperature control in mid-position, conditioned air is provided to the face level and door vents while conditioned warmer air is provided to the footwells and a lesser amount to the windscreen. Adjusting the temperature control will vary the temperature accordingly.
Page 13: Light Switch
Controls and Operating Light Switch (4) inoperative. First push – Parking/side lights on. I – Accessory Position Second push – Headlight/side lights on/ In this position, all electrical systems except Third push – Off. the instrument cluster warning lights, wipers, The headlight beam, high or low, is controlled turn signals, gauges and engine electrical by lever on left hand side of steering column...
Page 14: Interior Lights
Controls and Operating INTERIOR LIGHTS – Fig. 16 REMOTE CONTROL SIDE VIEW Interior Rear View Mirror MIRRORS – Fig. 17 Adjust the mirror to give a clear view The two interior lights incorporate a three through the rear mirror. Annoying headlight position switch within the lens assembly.
Page 15: Luggage Compartment
Controls and Operating LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT – Fig. 19 FUEL FILLER CAP ENGINE COMPARTMENT – Figs. 20-21 To open pull lever located on the left hand Access to the fuel filler is gained by lifting To Open – Pull release handle located on side of the driver’s footwell.
Page 16: Driving Information
Controls and Operating DRIVING INFORMATION Notice: Shift into ‘R’ and ‘P’ only when the vehicle Starting has come to a complete stop. Check that the gear lever is in neutral position (manual gearbox) or in ‘P’ or ‘N’ When stopped on an upgrade do not hold (automatic gearbox).
Page 17: Warming Up
Controls and Operating position. Moving up a steep grade from a standing The following are recommended: start: • Accelerate gently through the gears. Depress the brake pedal with your left foot, • Switch off engine if vehicle is expected to shift the selector level to ‘D’...
Page 18 Controls and Operating...
Page 19 Maintenance Maintenance Weekly Maintenance Maintenance Operations Checking Engine Coolant Level Appearance Care Maintenance Schedule Checking Brake Fluid Levels Windshield Lubrication Checking Clutch Fluid Level Wheels Engine/Emissions Maintenance Checking Windshield Washer Roof Lining (Interior) Transmission, Brakes, Steering and Fluid Level Leather Upholstery Suspension Checking Battery Stainless Steel Panels and...
Page 20 • Check/top up cooling system. • Check/top up washer reservoir. Roof Lining (Interior) Please consult your DMC dealer who will give • Check types for tread depth, visually for Normal cleaning consists of lightly wiping the full guidance.
Page 21 Regular maintenance together with the use of genuine DMC parts is the key to economy, safety, and reliability for your car. It is in your interest to have your car maintained regularly by your DMC dealer who has qualified personnel and the required facilities.
Page 22 Maintenance Operation Description Service LUBRICATION Renew engine oil and filter ......... . . x Check/top up brake fluid reservoir .
Page 23 Maintenance Operation Description Service WHEELS AND TYRES Check tyres for tread depth and visually for external cuts in fabric, exposure of ply or cord structure, lumps or bulges ..... . . x Check tyres comply with manufacturers’...
Page 24 • For any additional information regarding anti-freeze recommendations, consult MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS personal injury from scalding coolant or with an authorized De Lorean dealer. steam. Checking Engine Coolant Level – Fig. 1 Switch off engine and wait until it has The coolant level should be between the The cooling system is a high-pressure type cooled.
Page 25 Maintenance With the car on a level surface, and without disturbing the filler cap, check that the level of fluid is at or just below the ‘MAX’ mark moulded on the translucent reservoir body. If the level is not apparent, wipe the reservoir top and cap and around the luggage compartment access hole to remove all dust and dirt.
Page 26 Maintenance Checking Battery CAUTION: Engine oil may be hot. Caution Your car has a Delco FREEDOM battery. It should be exercised to avoid the possibility needs no periodic maintenance. Its top is of burns. permanently sealed (except for two small vent holes) and has no filler caps.
Page 27 Maintenance Checking Type inflation Pressure Recommended Lubricants Tyre pressures should be checked when the tyres are cold (including the spare). Item Classification Engine It is important that correct pressures be Above 20°C (64°F) Multigrade oil, service SF classification maintained for the best economy, ride, SAE 20W/50 handling and tyre wear.
Page 28 If a properly rated fuse The circuit each fuse protects is indicated continues to blow, it indicates a problem in on the cover. The De Lorean uses blade the circuit that needs immediate correction. fuses in place of glass cartridge fuses. The amperage rating of each blade fuse is stamped on top of the fuse body.
Page 29 Maintenance The following table lists each fuse by number on the fuse box cover, the circuit(s) protected by a particular fuse, the component from which it obtains its source of operating current and amperage rating of the particular fuse. Fuse No. Circuit Protected Supply Amperage...
Page 30 Maintenance Fuse No. Circuit Protected Supply Amperage Horns Permanently live Headlamp flash switching Buzzer logic box Hazard warning lamps Lambda control unit Permanently live Fuel pump Cigar lighter illumination Only supplied when RH License plate light switch operated RH Tail lamp RH Rear side marker RH Front park light RH Front side marker...
Page 31 Maintenance Fuse No. Circuit Protected Supply Amperage Door lamps Permanently live Rear interior lamp Front interior lamp Glove box lamp Luggage compartment lamp Engine compartment lamp Engine diagnostics Automatic transmission From ign. I Low beam Supplied when low beam is switched High beam Supplied when high beam is switched...
Page 32 Maintenance Notice: Lamp Specifications Usage Quantity Wattage Because this tyre is smaller than the Non Federal – External Lights standard tyre, car ground clearance is Service unit may Headlights – outer* Sealed Beam reduced about 1.25 inches (30 millimeters). require separate Headlights –...
Page 33 Emissions Control System (North America) Emission Control System (North America) Oxygen (Lambda Sensor Closed Loop System) Emission Performance at Altitude...
Page 34 It is recommended that you take with these regulations, it is essential that your The Oxygen Sensor Closed Loop System your De Lorean to your local Dealer and have De Lorean by inspected and maintained in monitors the exhaust as it leaves the engine these adjustments made.
Page 35 Emergency Operating Procedures Emergency Starting Jump Starting with Auxiliary (Booster) Battery Push Starting Towing Freeing Car from Sand, Mud, Snow or Ice Lifting Jack and Wheel Changing Instructions Jacking...
Page 36 Emergency Operating Procedures EMERGENCY STARTING other metal on the vehicle. When attaching Jump Starting with an Auxiliary (Booster) the jumper cable clamps to the positive Battery terminals of the batteries, make certain that Jump starting can be dangerous if done neither clamp contacts any other metal.
Page 37 Emergency Operating Procedures 3. Turn off all unnecessary electrically Freeing Car from Sand, Mud, Snow or Ice operated accessories in both vehicles with If your car gets stuck in the sand, mud or the exception of those lights needed to snow or ice, move the shift lever on automatic protect the vehicle and light the work area.
Page 38 Emergency Operating Procedures and handle in their bag from the lid. When CAUTION: AS SOON AS POSSIBLE AFTER restowing, ensure the rubber straps are INSTALLING A WHEEL – AND AT THE firmly fixed and the fasteners located INTERVALS SHOWN ON THE CHART IN securely.
Page 39 General Information Technical Data Engine Cooling System Electrical System: 12 Volt Negative Ground Transmission Final Drive – Manual and Automatic Steering Brakes Suspension Geometry Capacities Dimensions General Tyre Pressures Fuel Requirements Emission Control System Laws Registration in Foreign Countries Owner Assistance...
Page 40: General Information
General Information TECHNICAL DATA Electrical System: 12 Volt Negative Brakes Engine Ground Service brakes. Rear mounted, liquid cooled, light alloy 90° Power assisted discs front and rear Battery Delco Remy Freedom V6, with single overhead camshaft per bank Parking brake. Capacity 75 Amp/hour and cross flow cylinder heads.
Page 41 General Information Capacities Unit Metric Measures U.S. Measures *Engine Crankcase 6.5 litres 6.8 quarts Drain and refill (when changing filter add 1/2 pt.) Cooling System 11.0 litres 2.9 gallons *Manual transmission 3.7 litres 7.75 pints *Final drive 1.5 litres 3.6 pints (automatic transmission only) Fuel Tank 51.6 litres...
Page 42 62% – rear such modifications made thereafter may also be subject to penalties in some states. Registration in Foreign Countries If you plan to register your De Lorean in Tyre Pressures another country, first make sure that it meets Spare 60 lbf/in2 4.2Kgf/cm2...