Rover 200 coupe, Руководство пользователя

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Catalytic Converter
The exhaust system on your car incorporates a catalytic converter, which converts poisonous exhaust
emissions from the engine into environmentally less harmful gases, thereby reducing atmospheric
pollution.
The catalytic converter can be easily damaged through improper use, particularly if the wrong fuel is used,
or if an engine misfire occurs. For this reason it is VERY IMPORTANT that you heed the following
precautions:
Filling up with Fuel:
- ONLY use unleaded petrol (leaded fuel will
destroy the catalyst).
Starting the Engine:
- DO NOT continue operating the starter if the
engine fails to start – seek qualified assistance.
- When starting a COLD engine, DO NOT drive
the car if a misfire is suspected – seek qualified
assistance.
Driving the Car:
- If an engine misfire is suspected (or the car
lacks power) while driving, continued use of
the vehicle will damage the catalytic converter.
However, provided the engine has reached its
normal operating temperature, the car may be
driven SLOWLY (at risk of catalyst damage) to
a Rover dealer for assistance.
- NEVER allow the car to run out of fuel (the
resultant misfire may destroy the catalyst).
- Engines burning excessive oil (blue smoke
from the exhaust) will progressively poison the
catalyst and reduce its efficiency.
- On rough terrain do not allow the underside of
the car to be subjected to heavy impacts which
could damage the catalytic converter.
- DO NOT park on ground where combustible
materials such as dry grass could come in
contact with the exhaust system – in dry
weather a fire could result.