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General| Brand | Rover |
|---|---|
| Model | 400 |
| Category | Automobile |
| Language | English |
Explains the handbook's purpose and structure, covering key sections for car operation and maintenance.
Covers clock, radio, ashtray, cigar lighter, and storage compartment.
Includes vents, demister, and heating/ventilation controls.
Covers wipers, washers, lights, fog lights, hazard, indicators, and mirrors.
Controls on the steering column, including horn, starter, and adjusters.
Essential steps to secure the vehicle and prevent theft.
Details the vehicle's alarm and immobilisation system.
Advice on parking safely to deter theft.
Procedure for locking the car and activating the alarm using the handset.
Procedure for unlocking the car using the handset.
Specific warnings related to the alarm system's operation and faults.
Explains the meaning of alarm indicator lights on the instrument panel.
Details the engine immobilisation system and its function.
Describes the ultrasonic sensors for interior protection.
Step-by-step guide to override the engine immobilisation system using the key.
Information on handset battery life, replacement, and symptoms of a low battery.
Importance of security information and key numbers for the handset.
How to lock the car and activate security using the physical key.
Function of the central locking buttons on the door sills.
How to operate and secure the luggage compartment.
How to unlock and lock the glovebox using the key.
Adjusting the seat's front-to-back position.
Adjusting the angle of the seat backrest.
Adjusting the seat cushion height.
Adjusting the seat's lumbar support.
How to adjust the front head restraints.
How to adjust the rear head restraints.
Operation of the rear seat armrest.
Information on folding the rear seats.
General safety advice for using seat belts correctly.
Guidelines for using child seats and safety restraints.
How pre-tensioners work and when they need replacement.
Maintenance advice for seat belts to ensure longevity.
Three tests to verify the condition and function of seat belts.
Correct procedure for fastening the seat belt.
How to adjust the seat belt's upper anchorage point.
How to release the seat belt.
Specific instructions for the centre rear seat belt.
Instructions for the centre rear belt in 4-door models.
Explanation of the airbag system's function and operation.
Critical safety advice regarding airbag inflation and components.
General safety precautions for using the airbag system.
Precautions for placing children in relation to the airbag system.
Meaning and behaviour of the SRS warning light on the instrument panel.
Details on replacement of airbag modules and the Service Portfolio.
Adjustment and heating functions of exterior mirrors.
How to adjust the interior anti-glare mirror.
Use and stowage of the passenger vanity mirror.
Manual adjustment of exterior mirrors.
How to fold exterior mirrors for narrow openings.
Adjusting the interior mirror for anti-glare.
Using the passenger sun visor vanity mirror.
Step-by-step instructions for adjusting the steering column angle.
Explains the controls for front and rear electric windows.
How to operate driver and passenger windows, and the isolation switch.
Details on how to open, close, and tilt the sunroof.
Steps to manually close the sunroof in emergencies.
Overview of the heating and ventilation system and air outlets.
Controls for directing airflow within the cabin.
Adjusts the temperature of the air supplied.
Controls the fan speed for air circulation.
Manages internal vs. external air intake.
Activates the air conditioning system.
Operation of side vents for airflow control.
Operation of centre vents for airflow.
Function of the upper vent for airflow.
Location and replacement of the pollen filter.
How to set controls for maximum ventilation.
Using controls to defrost the windscreen.
How to set controls for heating the cabin.
Procedure for fast interior cooling.
Using AC to reduce cabin humidity.
How to set controls for cooling the cabin.
Controls and operation of the interior cabin light.
Operation of the light in the luggage compartment.
Operation of the glovebox light.
How to use the sun visors and vanity mirrors.
How to remove and clean front and rear ashtrays.
How to use the cigar lighter and warnings.
Information on the aerial's height adjustment and positioning.
How to remove and refit the rear window shelf.
Information on towing weight limits and technical data.
Safety advice for loading and securing roof racks.
How to fold the rear seats for increased cargo space.
Tips for carrying long items in the car.
How to maximise luggage capacity by folding seats.
How to ensure the rear seat backrest is locked in place.
Indicates engine coolant temperature.
Measures engine speed in revolutions per minute.
Shows the total distance travelled by the car.
Records individual journey distances.
Resets the trip recorder reading.
Indicates road speed in miles per hour or kilometres per hour.
Indicates the fuel level in the tank.
Records individual journey distances.
Resets the trip recorder reading.
Indicates road speed in miles per hour or kilometres per hour.
Indicates the fuel level in the tank.
Identifies and explains the function of various warning lights on the instrument panel.
Lights for Check Engine, Low Oil Pressure, Battery Charging.
Lights for Headlights, Doors, Luggage Compartment.
Lights for Cruise Control, Glow Plugs, Direction Indicators.
Diagrams showing the location of warning lights for petrol and diesel models.
Alerts for Anti-lock Braking System and general brake issues.
Information on the anti-theft alarm indicator and beep warnings.
Explains the positions of the automatic gearbox selector lever.
How to operate the starter switch and steering lock.
Precautions and steps before starting a petrol engine.
Precautions and steps before starting a diesel engine.
Step-by-step guide to starting the engine.
Advice on warming up the engine after starting.
Specific procedures for starting in cold weather.
Detailed steps for starting a petrol engine.
Detailed steps for starting a diesel engine.
Recommendations for the initial running-in period of the car.
Correct procedures for fuelling the vehicle.
Precautions when starting the engine, especially after a misfire.
General advice for driving the vehicle, including braking and acceleration.
Procedure for safely switching off the engine.
Correct procedure for selecting reverse gear.
Safety advice for operating the gearbox while driving.
How to operate the selector release button.
Explains the function of each position on the gear selector.
Guidance on driving with the manual gearbox, including speed limits.
General information on operating the automatic gearbox.
Procedures for starting the car with an automatic gearbox.
Advice for driving with the automatic gearbox, including speed limits.
How to use the gearbox when driving on inclines.
How to achieve rapid acceleration using the gearbox.
Correct procedure for parking the car.
Steps to take if the car is frozen or stuck in snow/mud.
Location and operation of the fuel filler cap.
How to remove and replace the fuel filler cap.
Procedures and warnings for filling the fuel tank.
Precautions when starting the engine, especially after a misfire.
Location and operation of the fuel cut-off switch, including reset procedure.
How to operate turn signals for lane changes.
Controls for side lights and headlights.
How to activate headlights.
Switching between main and dipped headlight beams.
Adjusting headlight beam height for different conditions.
Explanation of the warning buzzer for lights left on.
How to operate the wipers at different speeds.
How to operate the windscreen washer.
How to check and replace wiper blades.
Adjustment and clearing of washer jets.
How to operate the hazard warning lights.
How to operate the rear screen demister.
Operation of front fog lights.
Operation of rear fog guard lights.
How to operate the vehicle's horn.
Step-by-step guide to using the cruise control system.
Procedure to increase the set cruising speed.
Methods to reduce the set cruising speed.
How to disengage the cruise control system.
How the hydraulic braking system operates.
Maintenance and bedding-in procedure for brake pads.
Meaning of the brake warning light and when to seek assistance.
How to identify worn brake pads.
Important safety warnings related to brake system usage.
Explanation of ABS operation and safety advice.
Details on the brake warning light's function.
Simple checks owners can perform regularly.
Essential checks to perform daily.
Checks to perform on a weekly basis.
Checks to perform on a monthly basis.
Information on emission and evaporative control systems.
Safety precautions when handling poisonous liquids in vehicles.
Safe disposal and handling of used engine oil.
Advice on environmentally sound disposal of vehicle fluids.
Identification of components in the engine bay for 416 automatic models.
Identification of components in the engine bay for petrol models.
Identification of components in the engine bay for diesel models.
Lists and identifies engine compartment components for 416 automatic models.
Identifies engine bay components for specific petrol models.
Identifies engine bay components for 420 petrol models.
Identifies engine bay components for all diesel models.
Procedure for checking and topping up engine oil.
Recommended engine oil types and specifications for petrol and diesel engines.
Procedure for checking and topping up transmission fluid.
Location and function of the cooling system reservoir.
How to check and top-up the coolant level.
Information on anti-freeze concentration and replacement.
Procedure for checking and topping up brake fluid reservoir.
Instructions for safely adding brake fluid.
Information on brake pad wear and replacement.
Warnings and advice regarding brake fluid.
What the brake warning light indicates.
Explanation of ABS operation and safety advice.
Details on the brake warning light's function.
Location and access to the main fuse box.
Colour coding of fuses indicating their amperage rating.
Location and types of fuses in the engine compartment.
Specific fuses and their ratings for different models.
Table mapping fuse numbers to the units they protect.
Continuation of the table mapping fuse numbers to protected units.
Table of bulbs, their wattage, and part numbers for replacement.
How to replace headlight bulbs.
How to replace sidelight bulbs.
How to replace main beam bulbs.
How to replace front fog light bulbs.
How to replace rear fog guard lights.
How to access and potentially replace the horn.
How to replace number plate light bulbs.
How to replace front courtesy light bulbs.
How to replace luggage compartment light bulbs.
How to replace side repeater light bulbs.
How to replace rear light bulbs in 5-door models.
How to replace rear light bulbs in 4-door models.
How to replace sidelight bulbs.
How to replace main beam bulbs.
Illustrates the process for replacing rear light bulbs.
How to replace the luggage compartment light bulb.
Illustrates the process for replacing rear light bulbs.
How to replace number plate light bulbs.
How to replace front courtesy light bulbs.
How to replace side repeater light bulbs.
How to replace the luggage compartment light bulb.
Rover dealer recommendations for parts and accessories.
Legal requirements for vehicle parts/accessories when travelling abroad.
Details on VIN, engine, gearbox, and body identification locations.
Detailed technical data for various engine types.
Vehicle weight specifications including unladen, gross, axle, towing, and roof load limits.
Specifications for wheel and tyre sizes for different models.
Recommended tyre pressures for various driving conditions and loads.
Specific tyre pressure recommendations for various models and conditions.
Fluid capacities for fuel, engine oil, gearbox, cooling system, and washer reservoir.
Vehicle weight specifications including unladen, gross, axle, towing, and roof load limits.
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