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General Information

Capacities

Unit

Metric Measures

U.S. Measures

*Engine Crankcase

6.5 litres

6.8 quarts

Drain and refill (when changing filter add
1/2 pt.)

Cooling System

11.0 litres

2.9 gallons

*Manual transmission

3.7 litres

7.75 pints

*Final drive

1.5 litres

3.6 pints

(automatic transmission only)

Fuel Tank

51.6 litres

13.2 gallons

(91 octane unleaded only)

A/C Refrigerant

1125 grams

2.5 lbs

SEE RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS CHART

Dimensions

Inches

Millimetres

Length (overall)

166.0

4213

Wheelbase

95.0

2410

Width (overall)

73.1

1856

Width (over doors)

72.83

1850

Height (doors closed)

44.88

1140

Height (doors open – over mirror)

77.2

1960

Track – front

62.6

1590

Track – rear

62.5

1588

Ground clearance – front

5.6

142

Ground clearance – rear

6.1

155

Summary of Contents for De Lorean

Page 1: ...rces most are priced at about 35 as this is written While a digital version like this is no substitute from a collectors standpoint many of the De Loreans changing hands today no longer have an Owners Handbook This digital version as an exact recreation does offer much useful information to the new De Lorean owner Additionally even if you do have an Owners Handbook you now have the option of putti...

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Page 3: ...De Lorean Owner s Handbook Part No 113090 Published by De Lorean Motor Cars 1982 Limited ...

Page 4: ...car We strongly recommend that this is entrusted to your dealer who has the necessary expertise and specialised equipment Part Three gives details on emissions applicable to the North American Market and part Four contains useful information on emergency operating procedures Finally Part five is the General Information section covering vehicle specification capacities etc Part 1 Controls and Opera...

Page 5: ...ontrol 10 Main Selector Switch Positions 10 Light Switch 11 Hazard Warning Flasher 11 Illumination Control 11 Rear Window Defogger Indicator 11 Cooling Fan Fail Indicator 11 Door Locks Warning Indicator 11 Ignition Switch and Anti Theft Deterrent Steering Column Lock 11 Interior Lights 12 Remote Control Side View Mirrors 12 Interior Rear View Mirror 12 Steering Column Adjustment 12 Luggage Compart...

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Page 7: ...Switch 18 Illumination Control 19 Centre Console Controls 20 Ashtray 21 Cigar Lighter 22 Gear Shift Manual 23 Gear Shift Automatic KEY TO INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Fig 2 1 Seat belt Warning Light 2 Door Ajar Warning Light 3 Engine Temperature Gauge 4 Speedometer 5 Trip Meter 6 Trip Meter Reset 7 Tachometer 8 Fuel Gauge 9 Brake Warning Light 10 Low Fuel Warning Light 11 Charging System Warning Light 12 En...

Page 8: ...ull the door down and continue to close the door by placing a hand on the window sill directly below the power window glass Do not attempt to close the door by exerting pressure at the front edge as this could result in a sprung door requiring adjustment and possible repair Internal Fig 4 To unlock door from the inside press the front of the door lock switch in the armrest lift the lever also loca...

Page 9: ...equired position Seat Back Release Lever Lift release lever 3 to allow seat back to tilt forward for access Ensure lock is engaged when returning seat back to original position Parking Brake Fig 7 The parking brake located adjacent to the driver s side door sill is applied by pulling up the handle To release pull the handle upwards and press in the button at the end of the handle Continue to hold ...

Page 10: ...will lock the reel To fasten pull the belt over the shoulder and hips Fig 9 and press the tongue into the lock nearest the wearer Fig 10 A click will indicate that the belt is locked To release push the PRESS button on the lock Stow the belt by allowing it to retract fully manually assisting the last few inches Care of Seat Belts Regularly inspect the seat belt webbing for signs of abrasion or wea...

Page 11: ...n high beam is on STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS Fig 12 1 Normal speed wipe 2 High speed wipe 3 Single and delayed wipe For single wipe press lever down momentarily For delayed wipe press lever down for about three seconds before releasing 4 Wash wipe press lever towards steering column to operate washers and low speed wipe which will continue for approximately 5 seconds after release CENTRE CONSOLE CON...

Page 12: ...sh air is provided to face level and door vents BI LEVEL In this position and with the temperature control in mid position conditioned air is provided to the face level and door vents while conditioned warmer air is provided to the footwells and a lesser amount to the windscreen Adjusting the temperature control will vary the temperature accordingly VENT Fresh air at outside temperature is supplie...

Page 13: ...Indicator 9 This indicator will illuminate RED when doors are unlocked IGNITION SWITCH AND ANTI THEFT DETERRENT STEERING COLUMN LOCK Fig 15 The ignition switch is located on the right hand side of the steering column assembly The following are the operating parameters of each ignition switch position 0 Locked Position In this position with the key removed the steering wheel will be locked and all ...

Page 14: ...cally operated side view mirrors is located in the driver s door armrest The sliding switch 1 is used to select left or right hand mirror The control switch 2 is use to adjust the mirror within its housing although the complete assembly housing can if necessary be manually pivoted backwards or forwards Interior Rear View Mirror Adjust the mirror to give a clear view through the rear mirror Annoyin...

Page 15: ...mpartment lid The cap is located at the left rear corner of the compartment Do not over fill the tank in view of danger from exposed fuel ENGINE COMPARTMENT Figs 20 21 To Open Pull release handle located on bulk head behind driver s seat Raise louvre by lifting centre catch lever on underside of rear panel edge The gas filled struts will support the louvre Raise engine compartment lid to fully ope...

Page 16: ...to LIFT UP on the gear lever knob whilst moving lever to its position AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION Do not use the P position in place of the parking brake Always set the parking brake shift in P and turn off the ignition when you leave the vehicle unattended For smooth operation depress the brake pedal when shifting from NEUTRAL or PARK to REVERSE or a forward gear Notice Shift into R and P on...

Page 17: ...the car by allowing it to idle for long periods with the car stationery Running In During the first 500 miles or 800 km DO NOT exceed 50 mph 80 km h DO NOT operate at full throttle in any gear DO NOT allow the engine to labour in any gear Economical Operation To achieve the best possible degree of fuel economy it is essential as a first priority to ensure that the vehicle is maintained to its opti...

Page 18: ...Controls and Operating 16 ...

Page 19: ...Suspension 20 Wheels and Tyres 21 Electrical 21 Body 21 Maintenance Operations 22 Checking Engine Coolant Level 22 Checking Brake Fluid Levels 22 Checking Clutch Fluid Level 23 Checking Windshield Washer Fluid Level 23 Checking Battery 24 Checking Belt Tension and Condition 24 Checking Engine Oil Level 24 Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid Level 24 Recommended Lubricants 25 Checking Tyre Inflat...

Page 20: ...er and detergent Roof Lining Interior Normal cleaning consists of lightly wiping the interior roof lining with a cloth dampened in a mild soap and water solution it is important that the cloth is only dampened not soaked Leather Upholstery The leather should first be wiped with a cloth dampened in warm soapy water followed with a second wiping using a fresh cloth and water only Avoid flooding or s...

Page 21: ...o have your car maintained regularly by your DMC dealer who has qualified personnel and the required facilities MILES A KM 1000 1600 7500 12000 15000 24000 22500 36000 3000 48000 37500 60000 45000 72000 52500 84000 60000 96000 67500 108000 75000 120000 SERVICE CODE LETTER THE PERIOD BETWEEN SERVICES SHOULD NOT EXCEED 12 MONTHS MILES B KM MILES C KM MILES D KM ...

Page 22: ...x x Renew air cleaner element x x x Check valve clearance x Check tightness of intake and exhaust manifolds x Check fuel system for leaks pipes and unions for chafing x x x x Check exhaust system for leaks and security x x x x Renew oxygen sensor Every 30 000 miles NORTH AMERICA ONLY TRANSMISSION BRAKES Check condition and security of steering joints and gaiters x x x x STEERING AND SUSPENSION Ins...

Page 23: ...s warning lights instruments interior lights electric door locks electric door locks electric door mirrors etc x x x x Check and adjust windshield washers and top up reservoir x x x x Check and adjust head lamp alignment x x x x Check wiper arms and blades renew if necessary x x x x BODY Check condition security and operation of seat belts x x x x Check operation of doors hood and engine compartme...

Page 24: ...rmation regarding anti freeze recommendations consult with an authorized De Lorean dealer The coolant level should be between the FULL and LOW marks on the coolant reservoir when then engine is cool Fig 1 If the level is near or at the LOW mark add equal parts of ethylene glycol anti freeze and water to bring the level to the FULL mark CAUTION Do not attempt to remove the coolant reservoir cap und...

Page 25: ...rvoir requires topping up use DOT 4 hydraulic brake fluid to bring the level of fluid up to the MAX mark and replace the filler cap tightening securely Checking Clutch Fluid Level Fig 3 The clutch fluid reservoir is located on the front bulkhead next to the fuel filler neck For access raise the front luggage compartment lid and pull out the large grommet adjacent to the fuel filler cap Fig 3 Wipe ...

Page 26: ...d readjust the tension after approximately 2 000 miles 3 000 km of driving Checking Engine Oil Level Fig 5 1 Be sure the vehicle is on level ground 2 Turn off the engine and wait five minutes 3 Pull out the dipstick 1 wipe it clean and re insert fully 4 Pull the dipstick out again and note reading if the level falls on the knurled section it is okay If the level is near the bottom of the knurled s...

Page 27: ...arm tyres to adjust pressure Recommended Lubricants Item Classification Engine Above 20 C 64 F Multigrade oil service SF classification SAE 20W 50 20 C to 40 C 2 F to 102 F SAE 10W 20 10W 30 10W 40 15W 50 20W 40 Below 20 C to 30 C SAE 5W 20 SW 30 2 F to 21 F This oil should not be used when temperature is continuously above 0 C Manual Transmission includes final drive Final Drive automatic transmi...

Page 28: ...in place of glass cartridge fuses The amperage rating of each blade fuse is stamped on top of the fuse body CAUTION When replacing a blown fuse it is important to replace it with a fuse having the correct amperage rating Any deviation from this practice may result in a dangerous electrical overload If a properly rated fuse continues to blow it indicates a problem in the circuit that needs immediat...

Page 29: ...ion control unit Idle speed regulator 2 LH Tail light Only supplied when 10A LH Rear side marker light switch operated LH License plate LH Front side marker LH Front park light 3 Windshield wiper From ign II 10A Windshield washer 4 Direction indicators From ign II 20A Turn signal lamps Stop light switch 5 Lambda service counter From ign II 10A Seat belt warning light Door ajar warning light Temp g...

Page 30: ... supplied when RH License plate light switch operated RH Tail lamp RH Rear side marker RH Front park light RH Front side marker Instrument illumination Clock dimmer 9 Heated rear window From ign I 10A Door mirrors 10 Lock doors warning light From ign I 20A Fan speeds 1 and 2 Fan speeds 3 and 4 Air conditioning compressor 11 Gear illumination auto From ign I 30A Door windows Air cond panel illumina...

Page 31: ...p Luggage compartment lamp Engine compartment lamp Engine diagnostics 13 Automatic transmission From ign I 10A 14 Low beam Supplied when low beam 20A is switched 15 High beam Supplied when high beam 20A is switched 16 Reverse lamps From ign I 10A 17 Cigar lighter Permanently live 20A Clock supply Radio supply 18 Stop lamps Permanently live 20A ...

Page 32: ... millimeters To conserve tyre tread life return the spare to the storage area as soon as the standard tyre can be repaired or replaced Because the compact spare was specifically designed for your car it should not be used on any other vehicle The compact spare tyre should not be used with any other wheel nor should standard tyres snow tyres wheel covers or trim rings be used with the compact spare...

Page 33: ...Emissions Control System North America Emission Control System North America 32 Oxygen Lambda Sensor Closed Loop System 32 Emission Performance at Altitude 32 ...

Page 34: ...g Light will illuminate at 30 000 miles 50 000 km replaced with a new sensor Such replacement is necessary in order to maintain the correct operation of the emission control system The indicator must be reset as part of the service Emission Performance at Altitude To ensure compliance with the Emission Regulations at high altitude and maintain optimum fuel economy and driveability your vehicle req...

Page 35: ...ating Procedures Emergency Starting 34 Jump Starting with Auxiliary Booster Battery 34 Push Starting 35 Towing 35 Freeing Car from Sand Mud Snow or Ice 35 Lifting Jack and Wheel Changing 35 Instructions 36 Jacking 36 ...

Page 36: ...sion WEAR EYE PROTECTION OR SHIELD YOUR EYES when working near any battery Do not lean over a battery CAUTION To lessen the risk of a short circuit and or spark remove rings metal watchbands and other metal jewelry Also do not allow metal tools to contact at the same time the positive battery terminal or any metal connected to this terminal and any other metal on the vehicle When attaching the jum...

Page 37: ... To avoid damage to your vehicle DO NOT attempt to start the engine by pushing with another vehicle Towing If towing of your vehicle should be required please observe the following recommendations to reduce the possibility of vehicle damage Towing should be carried out using a FLAT BED towing vehicle Freeing Car from Sand Mud Snow or Ice If your car gets stuck in the sand mud or snow or ice move t...

Page 38: ...e same side as the wheel being removed Operate the jack with a slow smooth motion Raise the car so the inflated spare tyre will just clear the surface Remove the wheel nuts and wheel Install the spare wheel and replace the wheel nuts Then slightly tighten each nut The wheel must be seated squarely on the hub Lower the car and fully tighten all wheel nuts by applying clockwise pressure near the end...

Page 39: ...olt Negative Ground 38 Transmission 38 Final Drive Manual and Automatic 38 Steering 38 Brakes 38 Suspension 38 Geometry 38 Capacities 39 Dimensions 39 General 40 Tyre Pressures 40 Fuel Requirements 40 Emission Control System Laws 40 Registration in Foreign Countries 40 Owner Assistance 40 ...

Page 40: ...sch HR 6 DS Platinum Tipped Spark Plug Gap 0 6 0 7 mm 0 024 0 028 in Spark Plug Torque 17 20 Nm 13 15 ft lbs Transmission Gear Ratios Manual 5 speed 1st 3 364 4th 1 057 2nd 2 059 5th 0 8205 3rd 1 381 Rev 3 1818 Automatic 3 Speed 1st 2 40 3rd 1 00 2nd 1 48 Rev 1 92 Final Drive Manual and Automatic Transaxle with double universal half shafts Reduction Ratio 3 44 1 Steering Rack and pinion manually o...

Page 41: ... pints automatic transmission only Fuel Tank 51 6 litres 13 2 gallons 91 octane unleaded only A C Refrigerant 1125 grams 2 5 lbs SEE RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS CHART Dimensions Inches Millimetres Length overall 166 0 4213 Wheelbase 95 0 2410 Width overall 73 1 1856 Width over doors 72 83 1850 Height doors closed 44 88 1140 Height doors open over mirror 77 2 1960 Track front 62 6 1590 Track rear 62 5 1...

Page 42: ... control standards We advise you to contact the local De Lorean Distributor or De Lorean Motor Cars 1982 Ltd if you have any questions Other Assistance It is the concern of DMC and its dealers that your receive complete satisfaction with regard to your DMC product In the event you have any questions relating to your De Lorean vehicle we recommend you refer these to your local DMC dealer who will m...

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