8
Controls and Instruments
Pedals
On cars fitted with automatic transmission, only two pedals are used in driving the car. The right-
hand pedal controls the accelerator, and the centre, broad pedal, the brake. The left hand pedal
operates the dipswitch and provides a footrest. With the manual gearbox the pedal controls follow
the conventional arrangement.
Handbrake
The handbrake is centrally located and operates self adjusting mechanical brakes on the rear discs
only. A thumb-operated ratchet release is incorporated in the handle.
Steering Wheel
The 17" steering wheel is adjustable on its shaft, to suit individual requirements. Adjustment is effected
by the black sleeve immedi-ately below the wheel. The sleeve is loosened by turning it in a clockwise
direction. When loose, the steering wheel can be moved up or down to the desired position, and re-
locked by turning the sleeve anti-clockwise. (There are four holes toward the lower end of the sleeve,
and 3/16
"
Tommy bar may be used in these
if
necessary).
Ignition and Starter Switch
The ignition and starter are both controlled by a single switch with a removable key.
Turning the key clockwise switches on the ignition circuit and the ammeter, fuel gauge, and water
temperature indicator. Turning the key further clockwise against spring pressure will operate the
starter motor. As soon as the engine starts the key should be released.
Choke
The carburettor incorporates an automatic choke (See Starting-up section on page ).
Cigar Lighter
The cigar lighter is operated by pushing it in as far as it will go. After approximately 10 seconds it will
pop out, and is then hot enough for use.
Fan Switch
The three-position fan switch controls the two speed heater fan (See Heating Section page ).
Panel Light Switch
The three-position panel light switch controls the panel lights giving two levels of illumination. The
panel lights are in circuit with the main lighting switch, and will not work until the sidelights are on.
Main Light Switch
The sidelights and headlights are controlled by a three-position switch on the facia. In the half-way
position it will bring on the sidelights, and in the fully down position the headlights. Once the headlights
are on, high or low beam should be selected by the foot dipper switch.
The headlights may be flashed by pulling backwards on the direction indicator lever.
The Direction Indicators
The direction indicators are operated by a lever on the right of the steering wheel. To indicate a turn,
the lever should be moved the same way as the steering wheel. The direction indicators are self-
cancelling after the turn has been completed. A visual indication is given to the driver by the green light
on the facia. Pulling backwards on the lever flashes the headlights.
Windscreen Wipers and Washer
A dual purpose switch on the facia controls the windscreen wipers and washer. If the switch is turned
clockwise to the first position, the wipers will operate at normal speed : turning it further increases
the speed of the wipers. The higher speed should not be used on a drying screen, as this will overload
the motor. The wipers are self-parking when switched off. The windscreen washer, which is of the electric
type, is operated by pressing the knob of the wiper switch.
Gear Selector and Indicator
(Automatic transmission only)
The gear selector and indicator are
mounted on the steering column. Five positions are marked on the indicator R N D 2 1. The
engine can only be started when the lever is the “N” position (See Starting and Driving Section
pages ).
