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Rover 800 Series maintenance schedule
1•4 Maintenance and servicing
1380 Rover 800 Series Remake
The manufacturer’s recommended maintenance schedule for
these vehicles is as described below - note that the schedule starts
from the vehicle’s date of registration. These are the minimum
maintenance intervals recommended by the factory for vehicles
driven daily, but subjected only to “normal” use. If you wish to keep
your car in peak condition at all times, you may wish to perform some
of these procedures even more often. Because frequent maintenance
enhances the efficiency, performance and resale value of your car,
we encourage you to do so. If your usage is not “normal”, shorter
intervals are also recommended - the most important examples of
these are noted in the schedule. These shorter intervals apply
particularly if you drive in dusty areas, tow a caravan or trailer, sit
with the engine idling or drive at low speeds for extended periods (ie,
in heavy traffic), or drive for short distances (less than four miles) in
below-freezing temperatures.
Although the manufacturer’s intervals have been extended to one
main service at 12 000 mile (12 monthly) intervals for 1994 models
onward, the earlier schedule which also includes a lubrication service
at 6000 mile (6 monthly) intervals, is the schedule shown in this
Chapter.
Weekly checks
mm Check the engine oil level, and top-up if necessary
(Section 3).
mm Check the brake fluid level, and top-up if necessary
(Section 3). If repeated topping-up is required, check the
system for leaks or damage at the earliest possible
opportunity (Section 24).
mm Check the windscreen/tailgate and headlight washer fluid
level, and top-up if necessary (Section 3).
mm Check the tyre pressures, including the spare (Section 4).
mm Visually check the tyres for excessive tread wear, or
damage (Section 4).
mm Check the operation of all (exterior and interior) lights and
the horn, wipers and windscreen/tailgate washer system
(Sections 6 and 13).
mm Renew any blown bulbs (Chapter 12), and clean the
lenses of all exterior lights.
mm Check the coolant level, and top-up if necessary (Sec-
tion 3).
mm Check the battery electrolyte level, where applicable
(Section 3).
mm Check the power steering fluid level, and top-up if
necessary (Section 5).
mm Check the aim of the windscreen/tailgate/headlight
washer jets, correcting them if required (Section 6).
mm Check the condition of the wiper blades, renewing them if
worn or no longer effective (Section 6).
mm Visually check all reservoirs, hoses and pipes for leakage
(Section 8).
mm Check the operation of the air conditioning system (where
applicable) (Section 18).
Every 12 000 miles (20 000 km) or
12 months, whichever occurs first
mm Check the cooling system (Section 9).
mm Check the operation of the accelerator cable and linkage
(Section 10).
mm Renew the spark plugs (models without emission control
equipment) (Section 11).
mm Renew the air cleaner filter element (models without
emission control equipment) (Section 12).
mm Check the electrical system (Section 13).
mm Check the battery (Section 14).
mm Check the seat belts (Section 15).
mm Check the auxiliary drivebelt(s) (Section 16).
mm Check the condition of all engine compartment wiring
(Section 17).
mm Check the condition of all air conditioning system
components (where applicable) (Section 18).
mm Check the engine idle speed and mixture (where
applicable) (Section 19).
mm Check the manual transmission oil level (Section 20).
mm Check the steering, suspension and roadwheels (Sec-
tion 21).
mm Check the driveshaft rubber gaiters and CV joints (Sec-
tion 22).
mm Check the exhaust system (Section 23).
mm Check the underbody, and all fuel/brake lines (Sec-
tion 24).
mm Check the clutch operation and hydraulic hose condition
(Section 25).
mm Check the brake system (Section 26).
mm Check the doors and bonnet, and lubricate their hinges
and locks (Section 27).
mm Check the condition of the bodywork and all exterior trim
(Section 28).
mm Check the security of all roadwheel nuts (Section 29).
mm Road test (Section 30).
mm Check the level of the automatic transmission fluid after
road test (Section 31).
Every 6000 miles (10 000 km) or
6 months, whichever occurs first
mm Change the engine oil and filter (Section 7).
mm Check under the bonnet for fluid leaks and hose condition
(Section 8).