TVR Tuscan Owner'S Handbook Manual Download Page 3

Contents

Contents

Tuscan in Brief

Instrumentation

Routine Maintenance

1.1  Dashboard                                   1

1.2  Dash Pod Warning Lights               2

1.3  LCD Display In Brief                      3

1.4  LCD Warning Screens In Brief        3

1.5  Ignition                                         3

1.6  Starting the Engine                       4

1.7  Horn                                            4

1.8  Cigar Lighter                                4

1.9  Running in                                    5

1.10  Tyres                                           5

1.11  Brakes                                         6

1.12  Doors                                          6

1.13  Refuelling                                     6

1.14  Fuel Type                                     6

1.15  Tyre Pressures                             6

2.1  Main Beam/Flash                          9

2.2  Headlight/Fog Light                      9

2.3  LCD Function Switches                  9

2.4  LCD Display Information              10

2.5  LCD Adjustment                          15

2.6  LCD Warning Screens                 15

2.7  Horn                                          16

2.8  Hazard Waring Lights                  16

2.9  Turn Indicator Stalk                     17

2.10  Windscreen Wiper                       17

2.11  Windscreen Washers/ Flick Wipe  18

2.12  Intermittent Wipe Speed              18

2.13  Dashboard Buzzer                      18

2.14  Steering Column Adjust               19

2.15  Stereo Radio Cassette                19

2.16  Bonnet Release                           20

2.17  Gear Lever                                 21

2.18  Door Mirror Controller/Demist     21

2.19  Handbrake                                  22

2.20  Immobiliser Disarm Socket          22

2.21  Interior Light                               23

2.22  Seat Adjustment                         23

2.23  Seat Belts                                  24

2.24  Demist/Temperature Controls      25

2.25  A/C Controls                       25 - 26

2.26  Window Position                          27

2.27  Internal Door Lock Switch            27

2.28  Door Release                              28

2.29  Emergency Door Release            28

2.30  Keys                                          28

2.31  Rear Screen                               29

2.32  Roof Panel                                  30

2.33  Alarm                                  33 - 34

2.34  Radio Key                            33 - 34

3.1  Cooling System                          37

3.2  Power Steering                           38

3.3  Windscreen Washer Reservoir      38

3.4  Engine Oil Dipstick                      39

3.5  Brake/Clutch Fluid Reservoir        40

3.6  Battery                                       41

3.7  Fuses                                         42

3.8  Bulb Replacement                       43

3.9  Interior Light Replacement           43

3.10  Sidelight Replacement                 43

3.11  Headlamp Replacement               44

3.12  Indicator Replacement                 44

3.13  Rear Light Replacement              45

3.14  Rear Number Plate Replacement  45

3.15  Bulb Specification Chart              46

3.16  Puncture Repair                          47

3.17  Towing                                       47

3.18  Jump Starting                             48

3.19  Brake Down Cover                      49

3.20  Running in the Vehicle                 49

3.21  Cleaning the Vehicle             50 - 51

3.22  Checks and Servicing                  52

3.23  Resetting the Inertia Switch         55

Technical Specification

Warranty

4.1  Oils and Lubricants                     59

4.2  Bodyshell                                   59

4.3  Interior                                       59

4.4  Chassis                                      59

4.5  Suspension                                 60

4.6  Braking                                      60

4.7  Steering                                     60

4.8  Wheels and Tyres                       60

4.9  Transmission                              61

4.10  Slip Differential                           61

4.11  Engine                                       62

4.12  Fuel and Ignition Systems            62

4.13  Dimensions                                 62

5.1  General Warranty Coverage         65

5.2  Body Warranty Coverage             65

5.3  Replacement Parts Coverage       65

5.4  Extent of Company Obligations    65

5.5  Exclusion from Warranty Cover    66

5.6  Maintenance                               66

5.7  Motor Racing                              66

5.8  Loss of Damage                         66

5.9  Limitations of Warranties             66

5.10  Obligations of the Owner             67

5.11  Disputes                                     67

5.12  Warranty Acknowledgement         67

Details

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Summary of Contents for Tuscan

Page 1: ...Owners Handbook Tuscan Tuscan S...

Page 2: ...ce compared with normal cars In addition it is essential you bed the tyres in for approximately 1000miles Please drive safely and have fun This handbook is designed to help you understand and enjoy th...

Page 3: ...32 Roof Panel 30 2 33 Alarm 33 34 2 34 Radio Key 33 34 3 1 Cooling System 37 3 2 Power Steering 38 3 3 Windscreen Washer Reservoir 38 3 4 Engine Oil Dipstick 39 3 5 Brake Clutch Fluid Reservoir 40 3...

Page 4: ...isplay In Brief 3 1 4 LCD Warning Screens In Brief 3 1 5 Ignition 3 1 6 Starting the Engine 4 1 7 Horn 4 1 8 Cigar Lighter 4 1 9 Running in 5 1 10 Tyres 5 1 11 Brakes 6 1 12 Doors 6 1 13 Refuelling 6...

Page 5: ...ndicator stalk 17 21 Hazard warning light switch 15 Tuscan in Brief Left turn indicator light Flashes simultaneously with the left hand indicator Right turn indicator light Flashes simultaneously with...

Page 6: ...ntre console To operate fully depress the button to heat the element The button will eject back to its original position when ready for use after approximately ten seconds Withdraw the complete unit t...

Page 7: ...not allowing the engine to labour in a high gear Recommended rpm during the running in period Starting the engine from cold 0 1000 miles rpm should not exceed 2500 rpm until the engine is warm 1 0 25...

Page 8: ...Dashboard Buzzer 18 2 14 Steering Column Adjust 19 2 15 Stereo Radio Cassette 19 2 16 Bonnet Release 20 2 17 Gear Lever 21 2 18 Door Mirror Controller Demist 21 2 19 Handbrake 22 2 20 Immobiliser Dis...

Page 9: ...ting the rear fog lights There is a warning light illuminated when the rear fog lights are on Only use rear fog lights in dense fog 2 3 LCD Function Switches Located on the back of the steering wheel...

Page 10: ...ange the parameter shown on the right side of the screen press both function switches simultaneously to enter the select mode Select will appear on the display Whilst Select is shown in the display us...

Page 11: ...t in percentage 6 Not used 7 Service Dealer functions 8 Factory Factory use Use the up and down function switches to scroll the arrow to the desired position then press both switches simultaneously to...

Page 12: ...ness Controls The 3 switches are for secondary adjustment of the dashboard contrast and brightness and the warning bleeper They work with and depending on the settings in the electronic dash eg if the...

Page 13: ...will alter the wipe delay from approx 3 sec to approx 9 seconds 2 13 Dashboard Buzzer A buzzer has been fitted to your Tuscan which will sound when any of the following warnings occur 1 Indicator War...

Page 14: ...t C D Then unclip the n s ball socket D E Remove the bonnet stay from its clip and locate the socket on to its retaining ball joint WARNING To avoid damage to your vehicles paint work please ensure th...

Page 15: ...there is a fault with the key fob if immobilised switch ignition on and press the button on the key fob Instrumentation 2 17 Gear Lever Always select neutral before starting the engine To engage rever...

Page 16: ...the belt may need to be guided back to assist the reel make sure the belt is fully retracted before leaving the vehicle Clean the seat belt webbing using soapy water WARNING Use only soapy water and...

Page 17: ...nd full cold positions on the dial Please note The fan motor will pause whilst the air temperature flap moves to its new position Instrumentation 2 24 Demist Temp Controls The demist and temperature s...

Page 18: ...r Tuscan see page 33 about the alarm Instrumentation 2 26 Window Position The window position switches are located on the centre panel either side of the door release control To adjust the window posi...

Page 19: ...t compartment You have the option of either removing the roof and or the rear screen IMPORTANT When removing either of these panels the following instructions must be adhered to 2 31 Rear screen A Ope...

Page 20: ...oof is not refitted properly water ingress can occur Warning After refitting the roof panel ensure that the roof locking pins and the release handles are engaged and in the locked position Instrumenta...

Page 21: ...on alarm 8 flashes every 6 seconds When multiple alarms have been triggered for various reasons the codes that identify them are indicated in sequence Instrumentation Alarm System 2 33 Alarm locking T...

Page 22: ...Light Replacement 43 3 10 Sidelight Replacement 43 3 11 Headlamp Replacement 44 3 12 Indicator Replacement 44 3 13 Rear Light Replacement 45 3 14 Rear Number Plate Replacement 45 3 15 Bulb Specificati...

Page 23: ...gine is cold there should be approx 10mm of fluid visible within the filler neck If there is less then 10mm top up with a coolant mix of 50 coolant to 50 water IMPORTANT Check the coolant level every...

Page 24: ...and an eye should be kept on your oil pressure which should not fall below 35 psi 2000rpm Routine Maintenance 3 5 Brake Clutch Fluid Reservoir A universal Clutch Brake fluid reservoir has been fitted...

Page 25: ...l Pump 42 Wiper Delay 43 Starter 51 Fan Yellow 52 Dip Beam 53 Horn 10 10 30 7 5 15 20 20 20 15 20 15 30 Load Level drive 16 Ignition Coils 17 Ignition to dash Door ECU s 18 Fuel Injectors 19 Cigarette...

Page 26: ...been released the bonnet panel can be removed Please Note Two people will be needed to remove the bonnet panel one on each side of the vehicle Sidelight Bulb Replacement cont Next remove the inner win...

Page 27: ...ing the boot carpet 3 14 Rear Number Plate Light There are 2 number plate lights located above the number plate Undo the 2 screws and remove the lights Replace the faulty bulb 3 15 Bulb Specification...

Page 28: ...e Note Assistance from the brake servo will be lost after the first two or three applications of the foot brake This will increase the force required to depress the brake pedal 3 18 Starting Using Jum...

Page 29: ...m will help to bed the piston rings in 3 Do not use full throttle accelerations in low gear for at least 1000 miles and avoid full throttle use in any gear for the first 250 miles 4 Avoid driving at a...

Page 30: ...er to remove dust and dirt Mild detergents and warm water may be required to remove any difficult marks or stains Flocked panels Flocked panels should be cleaned regularly with a vacuum cleaner to rem...

Page 31: ...d off 5 It is not advisable to push or tow start the vehicle especially if the catalysts are hot If the engine will not start because the battery is flat use a pair of jump leads and a slave battery I...

Page 32: ...nertia switch on your Tuscan is located on the passenger side of the vehicle Situated between the door and console To reset the inertia please follow the procedure below To reset simply push the rubbe...

Page 33: ...ants 59 4 2 Bodyshell 59 4 3 Interior 59 4 4 Chassis 59 4 5 Suspension 60 4 6 Braking 60 4 7 Steering 60 4 8 Wheels and Tyres 60 4 9 Transmission 61 4 10 Slip Differential 61 4 11 Engine 62 4 12 Fuel...

Page 34: ...e pressures to 31 psi 2 14 bar all round on cold tyres Please note Do not forget to return the tyres to their normal pressures at the end of the day If the tyres are warm simply drop them by the same...

Page 35: ...artridge houses an inner rotating element which is also splined to the left hand shaft thereby interconnecting both axle shafts via the coupling unit Consequently wherever there is any relative wheel...

Page 36: ...placement Parts Coverage 65 5 4 Extent of Company Obligations 65 5 5 Exclusion from Warranty Cover 66 5 6 Maintenance 66 5 7 Motor Racing 66 5 8 Loss of Damage 66 5 9 Limitations of Warranties 66 5 10...

Page 37: ...Company warrants each motor car and each replacement part to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service and subject to the terms and conditions stated in this limit...

Page 38: ...al and invalid f if the vehicle is modified or added to in any way not previously agreed by the Company in writing g if the limits for chassis load axle load pay load permissible gross weight or axial...

Page 39: ...Details...

Page 40: ...Registration No Model V I N Engine No Paint Colour TVR Code Trim Colour TVR Code Carpet Colour TVR Code Trim Material The descriptions and codes listed above are relevant to all TVR dealers and shoul...

Page 41: ...Index...

Page 42: ...lb Replacement 44 Inertia Switch 55 Interior Cleaning 51 Interior light 23 Intermittent wipe speed 18 K Keys 33 Index A A C Control 26 A C Temperature Adjustment Switch 25 Air Temperature Blend 26 Ala...

Page 43: ...light 2 Locking using your radiokey 33 Lumbar Support 24 M Main beam Flash 9 O Oil pressure warning light 2 Oils and Lubricants 59 Operation of the alarm system 33 Optional Hydratrak 61 P Power Steer...

Page 44: ...TVR Cars Limited Bristol Avenue Blackpool Lancashire FY2 0JF Tel 01253 509000 Fax 01253 356097 email sales tvr co uk web www tvr co uk...

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