Austin-Healey Sprite User Manual

REGULAR ATTENTIONS
AUSTIN-HEALEY SPRITE
EVERY 3,000 MILES (4,800 km.)
Throttle Linkage.
Apply a few drops of oil to
each of the linkage joints
indicated.
Engine: Drain the oil in the engine smnp while it is warm
(i.e. immediately after using the vehicle) and refill with new oil
to the 'FULL' mark on the dipstick. The drain plug is located
at the rear right-hand extremity of the sump and care should
be taken to ensure that no dirt or grit enters the smnp when
replacing the plug. Capacity is 6 pints (3.41 litres).
Bonnet Lock: Apply a few drops of engine oil to the bonnet
locg and safety catch.
Fan Belt: Check the adjustment of the fan belt. It should be
sufliciently tight to prevent slip at the generator and water
pump, yet at the same time it should be possible to move it
laterally about 1 inch (2.54 cm.).
To make any necessary adjustment slacken the bolts and
raise or lower the generator until' the desired tension of the
belt is obtained. Then securely lock the generator in that
position.
Distributor Spindle: Lubricate the distributor bearings by
withdrawing the moulded rotating arm from the top of the
distributor spindle and carefully adding a few drops of oil round
the screw exposed to view. See page 33 for recommended oils.
Take care to refit the arm correctly by pushing it on to the shaft
and turning until the key is properly located.
Distributor Came Apply a trace of engine oil to the distributor
cam. Be careful not to let any oil or dirt reach the contact
breaker points.
- Distributor Automatic Advance: Remove the distributor cap
and add a few drops of engine oil through the hole in the contact
breaker base through which the cam passes.
8'jteelst Change over the wheels diagonally (including the
spare wheel) in order to obtain maximum service with even
wear from each tyre.
Shock Absorberst Ensure that there are no visible signs of
leakage and that the rubber bushes of the shock absorbers
arms are undamaged.
Control Linkages: With an oil can, oil all the brake, clutch
and throttle linkage joints.
Brakes: Inspect the hydraulic fluid lines and Qexible hoses.
Brake and Clutch Fluid Reservoir: Ascertain that the fluid
level in the supply reservoir, mounted on the steering side of the
engine compartment, is up to the bottom of the fiiier plug
threads. Top-up if necessary using only the recommended
Quid.
Carbttretterst Remove the suction chamber cap and 'damper
assembly on each carburetter and replenish the reservoir with
S.A.E. 20 oil as necessary.
Battery: Ascertain the state of charge of the battery by taking
hydrometer readings.
Check 'that the electrolyte in the cells is level with the top
of the separators. If necessary add a few drops of distilled water.
Never use tap water as it contains impurities detrimental to the
batte
ry.
Never leave the battery in a discharged condition. If the
vehicle is to be out of use for any length of time, have the
battery removed and charged once a fortnight.
8"jteelst Check the security of the wheel nuts and tighten them
if necessary.
lan Belt Adjustment
I. Dynamo hinge bolts.
'2. Adjusting link nut.
3. Adj usting link setpin.
EVERY 2,000 MILES (3,200 km.)
Carry out the 1,000 mile (1,600 km.) service.
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Austin-Healey Sprite Specifications

General

Brand	Austin-Healey
Model	Sprite
Category	Automobile
Language	English