The regular carrying out of the following scheduled services is an extremely important factor in maintaining the value of the car and contributing to its reliability.
In addition to the regular maintenance schedules, details are also provided of the work to be done at the Free Service Inspection after the car has covered approximately its first 1,000 miles (1.500 km).
Provision has been made in the book for a certifying signature that the various services have been carried out so that there is a permanent record of these having been completed.
Whilst it is intended that this part of the book should be used in conjunction with the Owner's Maintenance Manual, particulars are nonetheless included as to recommended lubricants and other important maintenance data.
The word 'check' where used, implies "rectify o investigate as necessary".
It will be noted that certain maintenance work which is required from time to time, but not necessarily at specified mileages, has been omitted from these schedules. This will include such work a decarbonising, brake pad replacement, etc., the need for which will vary very much according to circumstances, and a Rover Distributor or Dealer should be consulted about such points at the time other service work is being carried out.

SUMMARY OF MAINTENANCE ATTENTION WHICH SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT AT OR AROUND SPECIFIED MILEAGES UP TO A TOTAL OF 40,000 MILES (64.000 KM)

IMPORTANT-ACTION BY OWNER
1. Every 750 miles (1.000 kin) check engine oil level and water lever in radiator.
2. Drain and refill engine sump, also oil cooler on twin carburetter models, every four months if mileage covered is less than 5,000 (8.000 km).
3. Every month check tyre pressures and inspect tyre treads; when high-speed touring the tyre pressures should be checked much more frequently, even to the extent of a daily check. If front wheel tread wear is uneven check wheel alignment. 0.0625 in. (1,5 mm) toe-in plus or minus 0.0625 in. (1,5 mm).
4. Every month check battery acid level and brake fluid level
5. Owners are under a legal obligation to maintain all exterior lights in good working order, this also applies to headlamp beam setting, which should be checked at regular intervals. Distributor or Dealer Service.
6. When all the vouchers in this book have been completed
owners are advised to apply to their Rover Distributor or Dealer for a copy of the Continuation Maintenance Schedule Book to enable the good work of preventive maintenance to be continued for another 40,000 miles (64.000 km).
7. It should be noted that the sequence of normal maintenance attention repeats itself every 20,000 miles (32.000 km).

AT 1,000 MILES (1.500 KM)
Free Service

AT 5,000 MILES (8.000 KM)
Drain and refill engine sump, also oil cooler on twin carburetter models, every 5,000 miles (8.000 km) or every four months, whichever comes first.
Renew external oil filter AC 7965022 SC.
Replace air cleaner elements, 2000TC models.
Check carburetter slow running.
Check oil in carburetter hydraulic damper(s).
Check and clean sparking plugs. Gap .025 in. (0,60 mm).
SC and automatic models:
9.0:1 compression ratio: Use only Champion N.9Y sparking plugs
7.5:1 compression ratio: Use only Champion N.5 sparking plugs
TC models:
9.0:1 compression ratio: Use only Champion N.6Y sparking plugs
10.0:1 compression ratio: Use only Champion N.61 sparking plugs

Check distributor contact points. Gap 0.014-0.016 in. (0.35-0,40 mm).
Check water level in radiator or expansion tank (antifreeze in winter).
Check water level in screen washer reservoir (add methylated spirits in winter).
Lubricate dynamo. Oil hole at rear end of dynamo. Check gearbox oil level, top up if necessary to bottom of filler plug hole.
Automatic transmission. The automatic gearbox oil level should be checked with engine idling and 'Park' selected. Check fluid level, top up if necessary to 'full' mark on dipstick.
Check final drive oil level, top up if necessary to bottom of filler plug hole.
Check steering box adjustment, zero backlash without friction on steering wheel. Road wheels in straight-ahead position.

Check that rubber boots on steering ball joints, ball swivels, radius rod and de Dion tube are not dislodged or damaged.
Check fluid level in brake reservoir, top up if necessary to rib on filter. Use Castrol Girling Brake and Clutch Fluid Crimson (Specification S.A.E. 70 R.3).
Check operation of brake reservoir level safety switch.
Ignition 'on', hand brake 'off', unscrew and lift filler cap 1 in. (25 mm); warning light should be illuminated.
Check thickness of front and rear brake pads. Minimum thickness: Dunlop 0.25 in. (6 mm); Girling, front 0.125 in. (3 mm), rear 0.0625 in. (1.5 mm) also check for oil contamination on brake cads and discs.
Note-Hand brake has automatic adjuster; if hand brake lever movement is excessive check pad thickness, minimum 0.125 in. (3 mm)
Check fluid level in clutch reservoir, top up if necessary to bottom of filler neck. Use Castrol Girling Brake and Clutch Fluid Crimson (Specification S.A.E. 70 R.3).
Check tyre pressures. Front: 26 lb/sq. in. (1,8 kg/cm square)
Rear: 28 lb/sq. in. (1,9 kg/cm square). Inspect tyre treads. Lubricate propeller shaft sliding joint.
Check battery acid level and specific gravity of electrolyte. Road test, carry out any adjustments required. Check operation of all lights and instruments. After test, check for oil, fuel or fluid leaks at all plugs, flanges, joints and unions. Check brake pipes and hoses for chafing or looseness. Report any defects.
Wipe clean all controls, handles, etc., clean windscreen and lights.

AT 10,000 MILES (16.000 KM)
As 5,000 miles (8.000 km) Plus:
Clean and re-oil engine breather element.
Clean diaphragm-type crankcase emission control as applicable.
Replace air cleaner element, single and twin carbuetter models
Replace sparking plugs. Gap .025 in. (0,60 mm)
SC and automatic models:
9.0:1 compression ratio: Use only Champion N.9Y sparking plugs
7.5:1 compression ratio: Use only Champion N.5 sparking plugs
TC models:
9.0:1 compression ratio: Use only Champion N.6Y sparking plugs
10.0:1 compression ratio: Use only Champion N.6Y sparking plugs
Clean and lubricate distributor.
Check fan belt 0.31-0.44 in. (8-11 mm) free movement when checked midway between dynamo and crankshaft pulleys.
Check de Dion tube oil level, top up if necessary to bottom of filler plug hole.
Check steering box oil level, top up if necessary to bottom of filler plug hole.
Check front and rear hubs for leakage
Change round, wash and examine all road wheels for possible damage.
Clean, grease and tighten battery terminals Check headlamp beam setting.
Apply a few spots of oil to throttle linkage, handbrake linkage, door locks, etc. Do not allow oil to contaminate brake pads or discs.

AT 15,000 MILES (24.000 KM)
As 5,000 miles (8.000 km)

AT 20,000 MILES (32.000 KM)
As 5,000 miles (8.000 km) and 10,000 miles (16.000 km) but instead of checking gearbox and final drive unit oil levels Check tappet clearance, Drain and refill gearbox. Drain and refill final drive unit. Plus:
Clean flame-trap type crankcase emission control, as applicable.
Clean sediment bowl and filter on fuel pump. Check front wheel alignment, 0.0625 in. (1,5 mm) toe-in plus or minus .0.0625 in. (1,5 mm). Note-The camber of the front wheels on this car is 0 degrees with a tolerance of plus or minus 1 degree. That is, the bottom of the wheels can splay out slightly.

AT 25,000 MILES (40.000 KM)
As 5,000 miles (8.000 km)

AT 30,000 MILES (48.000 KM)
As 10,000 miles (16.000 km)

AT 35,000 MILES (56.000 KM)
As 5,000 miles (8.000 km)

AT 40,000 MILES (64.000 KM)
As 20,000 miles (32,000 km) Plus:
Renew all rubber seals and fluid in brake system every 40,000 miles (64.000 km) or every three years, whichever comes first. Refill with correct fluid.
Castrol Girling Brake and Clutch Fluid, Crimson (Specification S.A.E. 70 R.3).