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MG TD Series - User Manual

MG TD Series
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MG TD Series Specifications

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BrandMG
ModelTD Series
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

General Data

General Data (Series TD)

Core technical specifications for the TD series.

General Information

Jacking the Car

Core safety procedure for lifting the vehicle.

The M.G. Midget Engine

The M.G. Midget (Series TD) Engine (Longitudinal Section)

Detailed longitudinal view of the engine assembly.

The M.G. Midget (Series TD) Engine (Transverse Section)

Detailed transverse view of the engine assembly.

SECTION A THE ENGINE

Comprehensive section on engine components and systems.

The Engine Components

Exploded view of engine parts with numerical key.

Key to the Engine Components

List identifying all engine components by number.

The Lubrication System

Details on engine oil circulation and supply.

Draining the Engine Sump

Procedure for draining and refilling the engine oil.

Removal and Replacement of the Engine Sump

Steps for removing and refitting the engine oil sump.

Removal of the Oil Pump

Procedure for removing the engine oil pump assembly.

Dismantling, Reassembling and Replacing the Oil Pump

Steps for disassembling and reassembling the oil pump.

Removal and Replacement of the Main and Big-End Bearings

Steps for replacing crankshaft and connecting rod bearings.

Removal and Replacement of the Cylinder Head

Steps for removing and replacing the cylinder head.

Removal and Replacement of Pistons and Connecting Rods

Steps for removing and refitting pistons and connecting rods.

Removal and Replacement of the Carburetters

Procedure for removing and replacing carburetters.

Removal and Replacement of the Water Pump

Procedure for removing and replacing the water pump.

Removal and Replacement of the Camshaft

Steps for removing and replacing the engine camshaft.

Tappet Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting valve tappet clearances.

Removing and Grinding the Valves

Steps for removing, grinding, and testing engine valves.

Removal and Replacement of Valve Guides

Procedure for removing and replacing valve guides.

The M.G. Midget (Series TF) Engine

Transverse section view of the TF engine.

The M.G. Midget (Series TF) Engine Longitudinal Section

Longitudinal section view of the TF engine.

The Fuel System

SECTION B THE FUEL SYSTEM

Comprehensive section on the vehicle's fuel system.

To Remove the Fuel Tank

Steps for safely removing the fuel tank.

To Dismantle and Reassemble the Fuel Pump

Procedure for dismantling and reassembling the fuel pump.

Fuel Pump Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting the fuel pump armature.

Tracing Fuel Pump Troubles

Troubleshooting guide for common fuel pump issues.

The Carburetters

Description of the S.U. controllable jet carburetters.

Setting the Twin Carburetters

Steps for synchronizing and adjusting twin carburetters.

Centring the Jet

Procedure for correctly centering the carburetter jet.

Sources of Carburetier Trouble

Common issues and troubleshooting for carburetters.

The Ignition Equipment

SECTION C THE IGNITION EQUIPMENT

Comprehensive section on the vehicle's ignition system.

Locating the Cause of Uneven Firing

Troubleshooting guide for engine misfiring issues.

Testing Low-Tension Circuit

Procedures for testing the low-tension ignition circuit.

Attention to Sparking Plugs

Maintenance and adjustment procedures for sparking plugs.

Contact Breaker Mechanism

Details on checking, cleaning, and adjusting the contact breaker.

Removal of the Distributor

Steps for removing the distributor assembly.

Ignition Timing Adjustment and Replacement of the Distributor

Procedures for timing adjustment and distributor replacement.

Dismantling the Distributor

Steps for disassembling the ignition distributor.

The Cooling System

SECTION D THE COOLING SYSTEM

Comprehensive section on the vehicle's cooling system.

SECTION DD THE COOLING SYSTEM

Cooling system details specific to TF models.

Draining and Filling the Cooling System.

Procedure for draining and refilling the cooling system for TF.

The Water Pump-To Dismantle and Reassemble

Instructions for dismantling and reassembling TF water pump.

The Flywheel and Clutch

SECTION E THE FLYWHEEL AND CLUTCH

Comprehensive section on the flywheel and clutch system.

Running Adjustments.

Procedures for making running adjustments to the clutch.

Removal of the Clutch

Steps for removing the clutch assembly.

Dismantling the Clutch

Procedure for disassembling the clutch components.

Assembling the Clutch

Steps for correctly assembling the clutch.

Refitting the Clutch

Procedure for refitting the clutch assembly to the flywheel.

Adjusting the Release Levers

Method for adjusting the clutch release levers.

The Gearbox

SECTION F THE GEARBOX

Comprehensive section covering the gearbox system.

To Remove the Gearbox with the Engine in the Chassis

Steps for removing the gearbox with the engine installed.

To Dismantle the Gearbox

Procedure for dismantling the gearbox assembly.

To Dismantle the Mainshaft

Steps for dismantling the gearbox mainshaft.

Dismantling the Synchromesh Mechanism

Procedure for dismantling the synchromesh mechanism.

Reassembly of the Synchromesh Mechanism

Steps for reassembling the synchromesh mechanism.

The Propeller Shaft

SECTION G THE PROPELLER SHAFT

Comprehensive section on the propeller shaft assembly.

Removal of the Propeller Shaft

Steps for removing the propeller shaft.

Dismantling the Propeller Shaft

Procedure for dismantling the propeller shaft.

The Rear Axle

SECTION H THE REAR AXLE

Comprehensive section on the rear axle system.

Removing Rear Axle from Car

Procedure for removing the entire rear axle assembly.

Dismantling the Axle and Removing the Differential Assembly

Steps for dismantling the axle and removing the differential.

Dismantling the Differential and Crown Wheel Assembly

Procedure for disassembling the differential and crown wheel.

To Replace a Pinion

Procedure for replacing the rear axle pinion.

The Rear Road Springs

SECTION I THE REAR ROAD SPRINGS

Comprehensive section on the rear road springs.

The Steering Gear

SECTION J THE STEERING GEAR

Comprehensive section on the steering gear system.

Removal and Replacement of the Steering Gearbox

Procedure for removing and replacing the steering gearbox.

The Front Suspension

SECTION K FRONT SUSPENSION

Comprehensive section on the front suspension system.

Checking and Adjusting Front Wheel Alignment

Procedures for checking and adjusting wheel alignment.

Removing the Front Suspension

Procedure for removing the entire front suspension assembly.

The Hydraulic Dampers

SECTION L THE HYDRAULIC DAMPERS

Comprehensive section on hydraulic dampers.

The Braking System

SECTION M THE BRAKING SYSTEM

Comprehensive section on the vehicle's braking system.

The Master Cylinder.

Details and maintenance of the master cylinder.

Brake-Shoe Adjustments

Steps for adjusting front and rear brake shoes.

Braking Irregularities and Their Causes

Troubleshooting guide for common braking faults.

Electrical Equipment

SECTION N ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT

Comprehensive section on the vehicle's electrical system.

The Starter

Details on the starter motor operation and common faults.

The Control Box

Details on the control box, regulator, and cut-out adjustment.

The Starter Motor

Details on starter motor operation and faults.

The Wheels and Tyres

SECTION 0 THE WHEELS AND TYRES

Comprehensive section on wheels and tyres.

Lubrication

SECTION P LUBRICATION

Comprehensive guide to lubrication requirements.

Lubrication (Series TD)

Lubrication schedule for TD series models.

Lubrication (Series TF)

Lubrication schedule for TF series models.

Special Tools

SECTION Q SPECIAL TOOLS

Comprehensive section on specialized tools for M.G. Midget repairs.

The Body

SECTION R THE BODY

Comprehensive section on bodywork repairs and maintenance.

THE BODY (REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT)

Comprehensive steps for removing and replacing the vehicle body.

Chassis Frame Repairs

SECTION S CHASSIS FRAME REPAIRS

Comprehensive section on chassis frame repair procedures.

Checking Chassis Frame Alignment.

Procedures for checking chassis frame alignment.

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