INSTRUMENTS, SWITCHES AND CONTROLS
Fig. 2. Instruments, switches and controls.
NOTE :—In left-hand drive cars D changes with K, E with M, and F with H.
A
Scuttle Ventilator Control.
To open ventilator pull control knob.
B
Windscreen Wiper Switch.
Pull knob to operate ; they will only
function when the ignition is switched on. They will return automatically
to the parked position when switched off.
C
Direction Indicator Warning Light.
Will flash when the switch G
is operated and the ignition is switched on.
D
Oil Pressure Gauge.
Indicates pressure of oil at the bearings.
The gauge should read 70 lb./sq. in. minimum when the car is travelling
at normal speeds and the oil is hot.
Low pressure may be registered when the engine is idling or running at
low speeds ; this is quite normal.
E
Water Temperature Gauge.
The gauge shows the temperature of
the cooling water at the thermostat.
Under normal motoring conditions
the water temperature should not exceed 185°F.
F
Speedometer. Registers vehicle's speed and total distance covered,
and is fitted with a trip which is cancelled by pushing up the serrated
knob (situated under the instrument) and turning anti-clockwise.
G
Direction Indicator Switch.
These self-cancelling indicators will
only operate with the ignition switched on, and a warning light (C)
will flash on the dash panel when the switch is operated.
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