PART ONE-OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
The instruments and driving controls are situated so they can conveniently be seen and used, thus allowing maximum attention to be given to the road ahead. They are all illustrated and described on the following pages. The first number in brackets after each sub-heading refers to the layout of instruments and controls on Saloon models illustrated on pages 4 and 5, whereas the second number refers to that of Coupé models shown on pages 6 and 7.

The design of the petrol/oil level indicator and water temperature indicator ensures that the needle does not fluctuate, but there is a time lag of a few seconds before they register, after the ignition has been switched on.

Ignition and starter switch (22) (20)
The switch at the right-hand bottom of the instrument panel combines ignition and starting control. Turn the key clockwise for 'on', then push in and continue in a clockwise direction against a spring to start the engine. Immediately the engine fires release the key, it will automatically return to the ignition 'on' position.

The key is removable and also serves for the front door locks and fuel filler cap; the other key on the ring locks the luggage boot and glove box lid.

Ignition and starting switch, Saloon models.

With the ignition switched 'off', only the following electrical equipment can be used:- Driving lights (head, side and tail), interior lights, horns, clock and cigar lighter.

Turning the ignition switch anti-clockwise to the auxiliary position, the following electrical equipment can be used: Windscreen wiper motor, heater fan, radio and heated backlight, when fitted.

Ignition warning light (14) (14)
The red warning light, which is the uppermost of the three grouped warning lights, appears when the dynamo fails to charge or the dynamo charging rate is low. It will glow when the ignition is switched on and the engine is stationary or running slowly and will go out when the engine speed rises.

Oil pressure warning light (13) (13)
The green warning light, which is the left-hand one of the group, glows when the engine oil pressure drops below 6 to 10 lb/sq.in. (0,4 to 0,7 kg/cm2). It will light up when the engine is stationary and fade out when the engine starts and the oil pressure has built up to exceed this figure.

Warning lights, saloon model illustrated. A: Oil level switch. B: Ignition warning light. C: Oil pressure warning light. D: Cold start control warning light.

The light may flicker when the engine is running at idling speed, but provided it fades out immediately the engine is speeded up, the oil pressure can be considered satisfactory.

Should the warning light appear at any time when the engine is running above idling speed, stop the engine immediately and investigate the cause; the most likely is low oil level in the sump.

To guard against bulb failure in the oil pressure and ignition warning lights, a check should be made that the bulbs glow each time the ignition is switched on,

Oil pressure indicator, Coupé models (-) (28)
On Coupé models an oil pressure indicator is fitted in addition o the oil pressure warning light.

It is calibrated L (low) on a red band, N (normal) on a white and and H (high) on a red band.

Under normal running conditions the needle should be in the white band marked N. The needle may drop to the low mark when the engine is running at idling speed, but provided it returns to the N position immediately the engine is speeded up, the oil pressure can be considered satisfactory.

Oil pressure indicator, Coupe models.

Should the needle drop to the low band and also the warning light appear at any time when the engine is running above idling speed, stop the engine immediately and investigate the cause; the most likely is that of low oil level in the sump. Should on the other hand the needle rise appreciably above the white band marked N, indicating an excessively high oil pressure, the reason should be investigated at the earliest possible opportunity, otherwise serious damage to the engine may result. High oil pressure is most likely due to a sticking oil pressure release valve.

Cold start control warning light (16) (16)
The appearance of the amber warning light, which is the right-hand lower of the group, will indicate that the control has been left out inadvertently and must be pushed in at once.

Like all mechanical devices, the mixture control warning system is not completely fool-proof and the responsibility for pushing in the cold start control rests with the driver. Suspected bulb failure may be confirmed by pulling out the cold start control momentarily when the engine is hot, when the bulb should be illuminated.

Should a warning light bulb burn out it should be replaced at the earliest opportunity.

Cold start control (33) (33)
Marked 'Cold Start' and mounted under the parcel shelf below the steering column.

It provides a normal mixture when pushed right in, then as the control is pulled out, the engine idling speed is gradually increased; in addition, during the second part of the control movement, the mixture is progressively strengthened until, with the knob right out, a very rich mixture is obtained for starting from cold. By turning the knob ~ slightly, the control can be locked
in any position.

Cold start control

When the engine has started, the control must be returned to the normal position as soon as possible, consistent with even running.

See starting procedure for full details.

Ammeter (19) (29)
On Saloon models the ammeter is incorporated in the multiple gauge; a separate unit is fitted at the lower edge of the instrument panel on Coupé models. The ammeter indicates the charging or
discharging rate of the battery.

Ammeter, Coupe modles

An automatic control regulates the charging rate

When starting from cold, the charge rate will rise to a steady maximum, remain constant for a short while and then fall as the battery again becomes fully charged.

Ammeter, Saloon models

Fuel and oil level indicator (18) (42)
On Saloon models the fuel and oil level indicator is incorporated in the multiple gauge, but a separate unit is fitted at the lower edge of the instrument panel on Coupé models.

Fuel and oil level indicator, saloon models.

The indicator only operates with the ignition "on", The instrument normally shows the fuel level.

Fuel and oil level indicator, Coupe models

Oil level switch (15) (15)
The switch is in the centre of the instrument panel between the speedometer and the multiple gauge.
To make an approximate check on the engine oil level, with the car standing on level ground and the engine stationary, switch ignition on, push the switch down and hold for a few seconds.

Oil level switch, Saloon model illustrated. A: Oil level switch. B: Ignition warning light. C: Oil pressure warning light. D: Cold start control warning light.

For an accurate check on the oil level, use the dipstick. This should be done with the engine cold and stationary, and car standing on level ground,
The combined petrol and oil indicator is not a precision instrument and cannot be used to deter- mine accurate consumption figures.

Water temperature indicator, Saloon models.

Water temperature indicator (17)(40)
This instrument indicates the engine working temperature. On Saloon models it is incorporated in the multiple gauge, but a separate unit is provided on Coupé models, which is fitted on the lower edge of the instrument panel.

Watre temperature indicator, Coupe models.

The dial is marked C (cold) on a blue band, N (normal) on a white band and H (hot) on a red band.
Under normal running conditions the needle should be in the white band marked N.

Ventilation, heating and cooling
The car has been equipped with a specially designed ventilating system, making use not only of the windows and side vents, but also of two channels of air entry into the body.

Ventilation, heating and cooling system

In cold weather air entering the car for ventilation can be suitably heated and used also to demist or defrost the windscreen.

A powerful heater unit is used to heat air entering from outside the car through the grille below the windscreen; it does not recirculate stale air from inside the car.

Fan motor control switch

Two heater controls are placed one on either side of the centre glove box; in conjunction with a two-speed fan motor control switch on the instrument panel, and by suitable combination of their settings, the system will meet the varying requirements referred to below.

An additional refinement is the provision of cool air inlets at two levels. The first is at face level at each end of the facia panel; to operate push centre butterfly to control amount and direction of cool air. The second, for use particularly in hot weather, allowing cool air to pass direct to the toe board on either side, being controlled by knobs marked "cold air" below the parcel shelf at each end.

Cool air system

This system operates only with the forward movement of the car and is progressive as the speed increases.

Operation of ventilation, heating and cooling system (2 and 5) (2 and 5)
For normal driving conditions:
Set right-hand control to "demist" and left-hand control between "cold" and "hot", according to desired temperature. For increased output, switch on heater fan by moving the switch to the 'slow' or 'fast' position, depending on the output required.

Position of controls for normal driving conditions

To meet other conditions typical settings of the controls, which are progressive in their action, are given below:

Defrost windscreen:
Set right-hand control to defrost and move left-hand control to hot. For increased output move heater fan switch to the 'slow' or 'fast' position, according to desired temperature.

Position of controls to defrost windscreen

For maximum heat:
Set left-hand control to hot and the right-hand control to detent just above the de-frost position. This position is positive and the lever will 'click' into it. Set heater fan switch on left-hand side of instrument panel to the 'fast' position.

Position of controls for maximum heat

Demisting, warm weather:
Set left-hand control to off position and move right-hand control to demist.
Set heater fan switch on left-hand side of instrument panel to 'slow' or 'fast', if a higher output is required.

Position of controls for demist

Operation of cool air (23 and 43) (21 and 44)
Cool air to upper part of car: push centre butterfly round to control amount of air required and the direction of air flow.

Upper cool air system

For cool air to the lower part of the car: pull out control knob, turn clockwise to lock in position required; to close turn knob slightly anti-clockwise and push in.

Lower cool air system

Main light and parking switch (20) (18)
The side, tail and headlamps are controlled by the uppermost switch on the right-hand side of the instrument panel.

Switch in central position:
All lamps extinguished.

Switch in R.H. (side) position:
Side, tail and rear number plate lamp on; also headlamps, depending on the position of the headlamp switch situated on the steering column.

Switch in L.H. (Park) position
R.H.D. models: right-hand side and tail lights on.
L.H.D. models: left-hand side and tail lights on.
With switch in the "Park" position the headlamps cannot be used.

Main light switch, Saloon model illustrated

Headlamp switch (39) (43)
With the lamps switched on to the side position at the panel switch, the headlamps will be either 'on' or 'off', depending on the position of the main lamp switch on the steering column.

On North American cars, the side lamps are extinguished when the headlamps are switch on. The headlamps will not operate with the panel switch in the "Park" position.

Headlamp switch. A: Headlamp switch. B: Direction indicator and headlamp flasher switch

Headlamp dipper switch (31)(32)
The dipper switch, which is operated by the small left-hand organ type pedal, replaces the primary filaments in both headlamps by secondary filaments directed downwards.

Headlamp dipper switch

Main beam warning light (12) (12)
The small blue warning light is positioned at the bottom centre of the speedometer.
It glows when the primary headlamp beams are in use; its purpose is to remind the driver to switch off or dip the headlamps on entering a brightly lit area, or when approaching other traffic.

Main ain beam warning light. A: Main beam warning light. B: Indicator arrows

Instrument panel light switch (9) (9)
The rheostat switch, which is the uppermost on the left-hand side of the panel, is only operative when the sidelights are on; maximum brightness is obtained by moving the switch knob slightly outwards. The panel lights can then be progressively dimmed by continuing the outward movement of the knob.

Panel light switch

Windscreen wiper switch (6) (6)
The switch controlling the wipers is the lowest of the left-hand switch panel. Move switch outwards to switch wipers on. When the switch is returned to the 'off' position, the wiper blades are automatically parked at the end of their stroke.

Windscreen wiper switch

Speedometer (10) (10)
The speedometer incorporates total and trip mileage indicators. The trip reading can be turned back to zero by rotating the button protruding beneath the facia panel. On 4-speed Saloon models the maximum recommended speeds in each gear are indicated by appropriate yellow figures.

On cars fitted with Borg-Warner Automatic transmission, a speed of 105 m.p.h. (168 k.p.h.) must not be exceeded otherwise serious damage to the engine may result.

Speedometer, 4-speed model illustrated

The red marking on the speedometer face is for the purpose of drawing attention to this point.

The reason for this limitation is that the axle ratio has been chosen to give the best overall performance suited to the majority of requirements.

Tachometer: Coupé models (17)
The tachometer is housed in the instrument panel adjacent to the speedometer. It gives the driver
visual indication of the engine speed.

The amber warning sector from 5,000 to 5,200 r.p.m. is followed by a red danger sector covering the range from 5,200 to 5,500 r.p.m.

Tachometer, Coupe models

In the interests of reliability and engine life, speeds should not normally be allowed to exceed 5,000 r.p.m., but 5,200 r.p.m. may be used momentarily.

Under no circumstances should the needle be allowed to travel into the red danger sector, otherwise serious damage to the engine may result.

Direction indicator arrows (11) (11)
The green direction indicator arrows at the bottom of the speedometer, flash either R.H. or L.H., depending on the direction of turn, in sympathy with the indicatorbulbs. The flasher unit, mounted behind the instrument panel, is audible in operation.

Direction indicator arrows. A: Main beam warning light. B: Indicator arrows

Should either a front or rear indicator bulb fail, the remaining indicator will continue to flash, and both indicator arrows will flash rapidly; the flasher unit will not be heard.

Direction indicator and headlamp flasher switch (41) (22)
Is the upper lever on the right-hand side of the steering column. To indicate a turn to the right press the control downwards; for a left turn, upwards.

The direction indicator control is self-cancelling; on a slight bend the control may not return, in
which case it must be cancelled by hand.

Direction indicator and headlamp flasher switch. A: Headlamp switch. B: Direction indicator and headlamp flasher switch.

To flash the headlamps lift the switch slightly upwards towards the steering wheel. The headlamps can be flashed at any time, providing they are not switched on to main beam.

Fuel reserve switch (21) (19)
A dual fuel pump is fitted to all models and the centre switch on the right-hand side of the instrument panel operates the secondary pump, thus drawing on the reserve supply of fuel.
This switch must normally be in the 'Main' position; however, the secondary pump should be used once a week for a few miles driving to ensure that it is kept in working condition. Switch lever to the right when it is desired to draw on the reserve supply. Do not forget to turn the switch to 'Main' after this operation or when the fuel tank has been replenished after using the reserve supply in the normal manner. Reserve supply is approximately 1.5 gallons (7 litres). Total capacity 14 Imperial gallons (63.5 litres).

Fuel reserve switch, saloon model illustrated

Clock (4) (4)
The clock is mounted in the centre of the facia rail. To adjust the hands push in the knob in the centre of the instrument and turn in the required direction.

Clock

Interior lights
Each interior light is switched on automatically when the appropriate door is opened and extinguished when the door is closed. When any of the rear doors are opened, both lights are automatically switched on and are extinguished when the door is closed.

The lights can be controlled manually by means of a small switch on top of light.

Front light

Fog lamp (optional equipment)
When fog lamps are fitted they are normally controlled as follows:
Saloon models, Toggle switches under the instrument panel.
Coupé models, Toggle switches on the underside between each pair of nacelle instruments.

Fog lamp switch, Coupe models

Alternative positions for all Saloon models except Borg-Warner are detailed below:
On 4-speed Saloon models, two switches on the steering column cover; on 4-speed models with overdrive, one switch on steering column and one toggle switch under instrument panel.
Fog lamps can only be used when the main switch is on.

Fog lamp switch, Saloon models

Bulb replacement

For bulb replacement on instrument panel and all lights, interior and exterior, see Part Two of this book.

Cigar lighters (25) (24)
This is situated beneath the front parcel shelf. To operate, push in knob; after approximately eight seconds the knob will return to its normal position, the element can then be withdrawn for use.
When the panel light is on, the cigar lighter is illuminated to facilitate removal and replacement.

Front cigar lighter

On Coupé models a cigar lighter is also provided for the rear seat passengers. It is incorporated in the ashtray situated between the rear seats.

Operation is as for the front cigar lighter.

Rear cigar lighter and ashtray, Coupe models

Ashtrays (28) (27)
These are mounted under the parcel shelf. To use, pull out to stop. To empty, depress lever at rear of tray and withdraw.
Three ashtray slides are fitted to the underside of the parcel shelf, two adjacent to the steering column, the other adjacent to the cigar lighter, thus giving alternative positions for the two ashtrays supplied.

Ashtray

Radio (optional equipment)
Provision is made for fitting radio on the facia board in place of the centre glovebox locker.
Operating instructions are supplied with the set.

Heated backlight (optional equipment)
The heated backlight which is available as an optional equipment, is controlled by a push-pull switch fitted to the lower edge of the facia panel, between steering column and handbrake. A white warning light is incorporated in the knob to indicate that the backlight heating element is switched on.

It can also be used with the ignition switch in the auxiliary position.

Windscreen washer (7) (7)
The windscreen washer is electrically operated by the push button situated on the left-hand side of the instrument unit on R.H.D. models and on the right-hand side on LH.D. models.
To wash the windscreen press the button and hold until sufficient water is on the screen. Use soft or distilled water if possible.

Windscreen washer switch

In cold weather, to prevent freezing of the water, the container mounted under the bonnet on the left-hand wing valance, should have 0.8 pint of methylated spirits added to one jar of water.
It is important that the proportion of methylated spirits to water is not increased, otherwise damage to the mechanism may result.