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01 Introduction02 General information03 Information04 Engine - KV605 Engine - diesel06 Engine - T Series07 Emission control08 Engine management system - MEMS09 Engine management system - EDC10 Fuel delivery system11 Cooling system - KV612 Cooling system - diesel13 Manifold & exhaust systems14 Clutch15 Manual gearbox - PG116 Manual gearbox - T75017 Automatic gearbox - JF403E18 Drive shafts19 Steering20 Brakes21 Restraint systems22 Body23 Air conditioning24 Wipers & washers25 Electrical26 Instruments
Rover 800 Workshop Manual (1996-1999)22 · Body
22 · Body & interior

All models (page 3 of 3)

Make
Rover
Model
800 Workshop Manual
Year
1996–1999
Section
Repairs
BodyAll models · page 3 of 3
Diagram
  1. Release clip and disconnect multiplug from SRS control unit.
  2. Release TestBook diagnostic socket from fascia bracket.
Release TestBook diagnostic socket from fascia bracket.
  1. Release and disconnect 2 seat belt pre-tensioner multiplugs.
  2. Remove TX30 Torx screw securing SRS harness earth lead to bracket at base of fascia behind ashtray aperture.
  3. Using assistance, release and remove fascia from vehicle. Do not carry out further dismantling if component is removed for access only.
  4. Transfer parts from old fascia to new fascia.

Refit

  1. Using assistance position fascia in vehicle.
  2. Secure TestBook diagnostic socket to bracket.
  3. Connect seat belt pre-tensioner harness multiplugs and secure multiplugs to clip.
  4. Connect SRS control unit multiplug and secure clip.
  5. Connect air conditioning harness multiplugs
  6. Secure relays to fascia rail
  7. Connect fascia to main harness multiplugs.
  8. Fit and tighten bolt securing top of fascia and secure sunlight sensor.
  9. Fit and tighten bolt securing fascia behind glove box.
  10. Fit and tighten bolts securing fascia to body brackets.
  11. Fit ’A’ post lower trim casings. Fit and tighten screws and fit studs.
  12. Secure flange finishers.
  13. Position reinforcing plate and fit and tighten bolts securing base of fascia.
  14. Fit and tighten end bolts and fit caps.
  15. Set heater control lever positions.
  16. Connect cables to levers and secure to abutments.
  17. Tighten screws securing inner cables.
  18. Fit carpet finishers and secure studs.
  19. Position glove box and fit and tighten bolts.
  20. Fit passenger side closing panel and secure turnbuckles.
  21. Position clock panel, connect multiplugs clock leads and illumination bulb.
  22. Secure panel to fascia.
  23. Fit centre console. See this section.
  24. Fit radio. See ELECTRICAL, Repairs.
  25. Fit steering column assembly. See STEERING, Repairs.
  26. Fit passenger’s air bag module. See RESTRAINT SYSTEMS, Repairs.

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