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Reliant Rialto 2 1984 - User Manual

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Summary

Foreword

Pre-delivery Inspection

Initial dealer inspection for vehicle condition.

After-sale Service

Scheduled servicing by Reliant Dealers.

Warranty

Terms of warranty and rectification requirements.

Your Reliant Dealer

Entrusting service to authorised dealers.

Vehicle Identification

Importance of quoting chassis and engine numbers.

Reliant R Parts

Emphasis on using genuine Reliant parts.

Exchange Scheme

Availability of an exchange scheme for major items.

Introducing Your New Vehicle

Instrument Panel Overview

Introduction to instruments and controls for safe operation.

Instrument Panel Details

Speedometer and Indicators

Explanation of speedometer, odometer, and direction indicator warning lights.

Gauges and Warning Lights

Details on fuel, temperature, ignition, and main beam warning lights.

Dashboard Controls and Features

Warning Lights and Clocks

Descriptions of oil pressure warning, quartz clock, and fuel economy gauge.

Ignition and Lighting Switches

Operation of ignition/starter switch and lighting controls.

Secondary Controls and Indicators

Hazard, Fog, and Heater Controls

Operation of hazard warning, rear fog lamp, and heater switches.

Safety and Wiper Controls

Information on brake warning light, wipers, and heated rear window controls.

Steering Column and Console Controls

Indicator, Dip, and Horn Controls

Operation of the multi-purpose steering column switch.

Choke, Heater, and Ventilation

Details on carburettor choke, heater controls, and air vents.

Hand Controls

Gear Shift Lever and Handbrake

Operation of the gear shift lever and handbrake.

Foot Controls and Body Locks

Foot Controls

Description of accelerator, brake, and clutch pedals.

Body Locks and Access

Information on door, luggage, and engine compartment locks.

Seat Adjustment

Front Seat Adjustment

How to adjust the front seats for driver comfort.

Rear Seat Access

Rear Seat Folding Mechanism

How to fold down the rear seat squab and secure the seat cushion.

Safety Equipment

Tool Roll and Spare Wheel

Location and contents of the tool roll and spare wheel.

Seat Belt Usage and Adjustment

Instructions on wearing, adjusting, and engaging/releasing seat belts.

Starting Procedure

Cold and Hot Starting

Procedures for starting the engine in cold and hot conditions.

Running-In the Vehicle

Running-In Guidelines

Guidelines for the initial 1,000 miles to ensure durability and economy.

Routine Maintenance and Servicing

Servicing Recommendations

Importance of regular inspection, maintenance, and lubrication.

Service Schedule Intervals

Recommended periods for routine, standard, and major service checks.

Operation and Lubrication

Lubrication Points and Schedule

Details on greasing points and types of lubricants.

General Maintenance Checks

List of general checks for air cleaner, hoses, plugs, etc.

Lubrication Details

Recommended Lubricants

Specific oil and grease recommendations for various components.

Engine Oil and Filter Maintenance

Procedures for checking, changing, and topping up engine oil and filter.

Fluid Levels

Oil Filler Cap and Gearbox Oil

Checking and topping up oil filler cap and gearbox oil levels.

Axle and Steering Box Fluids

Rear Axle and Steering Box Fluids

Checking and topping up rear axle and steering box oil levels.

Suspension and Drive Shaft Lubrication

Front Suspension Lubrication

Lubrication of front suspension, swivel pin, and wheel bearings.

Drive Shaft and Carburettor Lubrication

Greasing of drive shaft splines and topping up carburettor dashpot.

Brake Fluids and Door Hinges

Hydraulic Fluid Reservoir

Checking and topping up the brake fluid level.

Door Hinge Lubrication

Oiling door hinge pivots and restraint springs.

Routine Maintenance Checks

Service Access Panels

Location and access to three service panels for maintenance.

Valve Clearances and Tappet Adjustment

Importance and procedure for adjusting tappet clearances.

Engine Adjustments and Brake Checks

Fan Belt Adjustment

Procedure for checking and adjusting the fan belt tension.

Brake Checking and Adjustment

Guidelines for examining brake linings and adjusting brakes.

Brake Adjustment Procedures

Front Brake Adjustment

Detailed steps for adjusting front brake shoes for proper clearance.

Brake and Handbrake Adjustment

Rear Brake Adjustment

Steps for adjusting rear brake shoes and the handbrake cable.

Jacking and Wheel Nuts

Recommended jacking points and checking wheel nuts.

Clutch Adjustment

Clutch Cable Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting the clutch cable for correct free movement.

Exhaust Emission and Carburettor

Emission Control and Carburettor Adjustment

Emission regulations and basic carburettor adjustment.

Idle and Slow Running Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting the throttle adjusting screw for desired idling speed.

Fuel System Maintenance

Fast Idle and Mixture Control

Adjusting fast idle screw and mixture control for engine performance.

Fuel Overflow and Filter Checks

Maintenance of fuel overflow reservoir and replacement of fuel filters.

Air Cleaner and Ignition Components

Air Cleaner Assembly Service

Servicing and replacement of the air cleaner element.

Distributor Contact Breaker Points

Adjustment and replacement of contact breaker points.

Spark Plugs and Cooling System

Spark Plug Maintenance

Recommendations for spark plug gap, cleaning, and replacement.

Cooling System Checks

Procedures for checking coolant level, anti-freeze, and flushing.

Towing, Tyres, and Ignition

Towing Instructions

Guidelines for towing the vehicle safely.

Tyre Care and Pressures

Information on tyre types, pressures, rotation, and repair.

Ignition Timing and Distributor

Distributor Function and Lubrication

Role of the distributor, vacuum advance, and lubrication.

Ignition Timing Procedure

Static timing procedure using TDC marks and distributor rotation.

Electrical System Components

Alternator and High Tension Leads

Maintenance of the alternator and replacement of high tension leads.

Fuses, Battery, and Starter Motor

Location of fuse box, battery care, and starter motor operation.

Battery and Jump Starting

Battery Maintenance and Jump Starting

Topping up battery cells, checking gravity, and jump starting procedures.

Headlamp Adjustment and Replacement

Headlamp Adjustment

How to adjust headlamp beams.

Headlamp Bulb Replacement

Procedures for replacing headlamp bulbs and units.

Lighting Systems

Front and Rear Light Units

Accessing and replacing bulbs in front/rear lights and fog lamps.

Warning Lights and Switches

Indicator and Warning Lamp Replacements

Replacing bulbs in hazard, indicator, and various warning lamps.

Interior Lighting and Bulb List

Interior Lighting and Number Plate Lamp

Accessing bulbs for interior light and number plate lamp.

Bulb List and Specifications

A comprehensive list of bulbs, their part numbers, voltage, and wattage.

Audio and Interior Controls

Radio Operation and Settings

Controls for tuning, volume, tone, and pre-setting radio stations.

Bodywork and Interior Care

Bodywork Cleaning and Repair

Guidelines for cleaning, polishing, and minor repairs to body panels.

Interior Cleaning and Maintenance

Instructions for cleaning upholstery, fascia, and interior surfaces.

General Data and Specifications

Engine and Performance Data

Details on engine configuration, performance figures, and lubrication system.

Ignition and Cooling System Specs

Ignition system details, timing, dwell angle, and cooling system information.

Chassis and Fuel System Specifications

Fuel System, Clutch, and Gearbox Specs

Carburettor type, clutch, and gearbox specifications.

Axle, Steering, Brakes, and Suspension

Details on rear axle, steering, brakes, and suspension systems.

Vehicle Dimensions and Capacities

Tyre Specifications and Capacities

Tyre sizes, and fluid capacities for various systems.

General Dimensions and Loading

Overall lengths, widths, and loading capacities.

Vehicle Weights and Load Distribution

Maximum Vehicle Weights

Gross laden weight, payload, and axle weight limits.

Load Distribution Warnings

Guidance on positioning loads and warnings against overloading.

Reliant Rialto 2 1984 Specifications

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BrandReliant
ModelRialto 2 1984
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

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