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Sunbeam Alpine V series - User Manual

Sunbeam Alpine V series
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Summary

Foreword and Vehicle Identification

Important Warranty Note

Warranty void if periodical maintenance is not followed.

Your Rootes Dealer

Recommendation to use authorized dealers for servicing and advice.

Vehicle Identification Numbers

Location of chassis and engine numbers for identification.

General Vehicle Specifications

Engine and Ignition Details

Engine specs, ignition timing, valve clearances, and carburettor data.

Transmission and Suspension Data

Gearbox ratios and front suspension settings.

Vehicle Dimensions and Capacities

Dimensions and Weight

Wheel base, track, length, height, width, ground clearance, kerb weight.

Capacities and Lamp Bulbs

Fuel, oil, water capacities and specifications for lamp bulbs.

Facia Panel and Controls Layout

RHD Facia Panel Controls

Diagram and listing of controls on the right-hand drive facia panel.

LHD Facia Panel Controls

Diagram and listing of controls on the left-hand drive facia panel.

Instrument Panel and Switches Operation

Ignition and Lighting Switches

Operation of ignition, side/headlamp, dip switches.

Indicator and Overdrive Controls

Operation of direction indicators and overdrive switch.

Driver Controls and Instruments

Horn and Lamp Switches

Operation of horn, map lamp, and interior lamp switches.

Instrument Gauges Explained

Explanation of warning lamps, oil pressure, fuel, water temperature, and revolution indicators.

Hand Controls and Gearshift

Description of choke, gearshift lever, and gear usage.

Pedals, Handbrake and Seats

Foot Controls

Operation of accelerator, brake, and clutch pedals.

Handbrake and Bonnet Lock

Operation of the handbrake and bonnet release mechanism.

Seat and Ventilation Adjustments

Seat adjustment and footwell ventilation control.

Storage and Accessories

Locks and Keys

Operation of door locks, ignition, and baggage keys.

Baggage Compartment Details

Access to boot, spare wheel, fuel filler cap, and tool compartment.

Special Accessories

Information on available special accessories.

Lifting the Vehicle and Road Wheels

Lifting Jack Operation

Instructions for safely using the lifting jack.

Road Wheel Removal and Refitting

Procedures for removing and refitting pressed steel and wire wheels.

Starting Procedure and Running-In

Starting Engine Procedures

Procedures for starting cold, warm, and hot engines.

New Car Running-In

Importance and method of running-in a new vehicle.

Lubrication and Service Vouchers

Lubrication Essentials

Importance of regular lubrication and recommended lubricants.

Service Vouchers and Oil Types

Use of service vouchers and recommendations for engine oil.

Detailed Lubrication Schedule by Component

Engine and Fuel System Lubrication

Lubrication for engine, distributor, carburettor, fuel pump, and steering unit.

Transmission, Drive, and Chassis Lubrication

Lubrication for gearbox, overdrive, rear axle, hubs, and brakes.

Cooling System and Valve Adjustment

Cooling System Maintenance

Draining, refilling, and maintenance of the cooling system.

Frost Precautions

Recommendations for using anti-freeze solutions.

Valve Rocker Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting valve clearances when the engine is warm.

Ignition Timing and Fuel System

Engine Ignition Timing Procedure

Procedure for checking and adjusting ignition timing.

Fuel System Air Cleaners

Servicing of air cleaners and silencers.

Carburettor Service and Adjustment

Carburettor Adjustments

Procedure for slow running and synchronising carburettors.

Carburettor Damper Service

Procedure for topping up carburettor damper bores.

Fuel Pump and Oil Filter Service

Fuel Pump Maintenance

Cleaning the fuel pump gauze filter.

Oil Filter Replacement

Procedure for renewing the oil filter unit.

Crankcase Ventilation and Steering Box

Crankcase Ventilation Regulator

Servicing the regulator and flame trap.

Steering Box Oil Level Check

Checking and topping up the steering box oil.

Engine Oil Level and Lubrication Chart

Engine Oil Level Check

Procedure for checking and refilling engine oil.

Lubrication Chart

Removable chart for lubrication intervals.

Periodical Maintenance Schedule

250 Mile;Weekly Checks

Engine, cooling system, tyres, and electrical checks.

6,000 Mile Checks

Engine, clutch, brakes, transmission, axle, steering, and electrical maintenance.

12,000 Mile Checks

Additional service items including air cleaners and front hubs.

Seasonal Maintenance Checks

Spring Maintenance

Engine tune, cooling system, brakes, suspension, and body checks.

Autumn Maintenance

Engine, cooling system, electrical, and exhaust system checks.

Hood (Soft Top) Operating Instructions

Lowering the Hood

Step-by-step guide to lowering the soft top.

Hood Stowage Instructions

Stowing the Hood

Instructions for folding and securing the hood in the stowage compartment.

Raising the Hood

Preparing to Raise the Hood

Steps to prepare for raising the soft top.

Securing the Hood

Final Hood Fastening

Instructions for securing the hood and its covers.

Summary

Foreword and Vehicle Identification

Important Warranty Note

Warranty void if periodical maintenance is not followed.

Your Rootes Dealer

Recommendation to use authorized dealers for servicing and advice.

Vehicle Identification Numbers

Location of chassis and engine numbers for identification.

General Vehicle Specifications

Engine and Ignition Details

Engine specs, ignition timing, valve clearances, and carburettor data.

Transmission and Suspension Data

Gearbox ratios and front suspension settings.

Vehicle Dimensions and Capacities

Dimensions and Weight

Wheel base, track, length, height, width, ground clearance, kerb weight.

Capacities and Lamp Bulbs

Fuel, oil, water capacities and specifications for lamp bulbs.

Facia Panel and Controls Layout

RHD Facia Panel Controls

Diagram and listing of controls on the right-hand drive facia panel.

LHD Facia Panel Controls

Diagram and listing of controls on the left-hand drive facia panel.

Instrument Panel and Switches Operation

Ignition and Lighting Switches

Operation of ignition, side/headlamp, dip switches.

Indicator and Overdrive Controls

Operation of direction indicators and overdrive switch.

Driver Controls and Instruments

Horn and Lamp Switches

Operation of horn, map lamp, and interior lamp switches.

Instrument Gauges Explained

Explanation of warning lamps, oil pressure, fuel, water temperature, and revolution indicators.

Hand Controls and Gearshift

Description of choke, gearshift lever, and gear usage.

Pedals, Handbrake and Seats

Foot Controls

Operation of accelerator, brake, and clutch pedals.

Handbrake and Bonnet Lock

Operation of the handbrake and bonnet release mechanism.

Seat and Ventilation Adjustments

Seat adjustment and footwell ventilation control.

Storage and Accessories

Locks and Keys

Operation of door locks, ignition, and baggage keys.

Baggage Compartment Details

Access to boot, spare wheel, fuel filler cap, and tool compartment.

Special Accessories

Information on available special accessories.

Lifting the Vehicle and Road Wheels

Lifting Jack Operation

Instructions for safely using the lifting jack.

Road Wheel Removal and Refitting

Procedures for removing and refitting pressed steel and wire wheels.

Starting Procedure and Running-In

Starting Engine Procedures

Procedures for starting cold, warm, and hot engines.

New Car Running-In

Importance and method of running-in a new vehicle.

Lubrication and Service Vouchers

Lubrication Essentials

Importance of regular lubrication and recommended lubricants.

Service Vouchers and Oil Types

Use of service vouchers and recommendations for engine oil.

Detailed Lubrication Schedule by Component

Engine and Fuel System Lubrication

Lubrication for engine, distributor, carburettor, fuel pump, and steering unit.

Transmission, Drive, and Chassis Lubrication

Lubrication for gearbox, overdrive, rear axle, hubs, and brakes.

Cooling System and Valve Adjustment

Cooling System Maintenance

Draining, refilling, and maintenance of the cooling system.

Frost Precautions

Recommendations for using anti-freeze solutions.

Valve Rocker Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting valve clearances when the engine is warm.

Ignition Timing and Fuel System

Engine Ignition Timing Procedure

Procedure for checking and adjusting ignition timing.

Fuel System Air Cleaners

Servicing of air cleaners and silencers.

Carburettor Service and Adjustment

Carburettor Adjustments

Procedure for slow running and synchronising carburettors.

Carburettor Damper Service

Procedure for topping up carburettor damper bores.

Fuel Pump and Oil Filter Service

Fuel Pump Maintenance

Cleaning the fuel pump gauze filter.

Oil Filter Replacement

Procedure for renewing the oil filter unit.

Crankcase Ventilation and Steering Box

Crankcase Ventilation Regulator

Servicing the regulator and flame trap.

Steering Box Oil Level Check

Checking and topping up the steering box oil.

Engine Oil Level and Lubrication Chart

Engine Oil Level Check

Procedure for checking and refilling engine oil.

Lubrication Chart

Removable chart for lubrication intervals.

Periodical Maintenance Schedule

250 Mile;Weekly Checks

Engine, cooling system, tyres, and electrical checks.

6,000 Mile Checks

Engine, clutch, brakes, transmission, axle, steering, and electrical maintenance.

12,000 Mile Checks

Additional service items including air cleaners and front hubs.

Seasonal Maintenance Checks

Spring Maintenance

Engine tune, cooling system, brakes, suspension, and body checks.

Autumn Maintenance

Engine, cooling system, electrical, and exhaust system checks.

Hood (Soft Top) Operating Instructions

Lowering the Hood

Step-by-step guide to lowering the soft top.

Hood Stowage Instructions

Stowing the Hood

Instructions for folding and securing the hood in the stowage compartment.

Raising the Hood

Preparing to Raise the Hood

Steps to prepare for raising the soft top.

Securing the Hood

Final Hood Fastening

Instructions for securing the hood and its covers.

Sunbeam Alpine V series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSunbeam
ModelAlpine V series
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

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