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Rover 75. Service Manual - part 4

Parking Heater

Remote handset controls

To deactivate the parking heater at any time during operation,

press and hold the ‘OFF’ button for approximately 1 second (or

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until the indicator light illuminates constantly). The indicator light

should then stop flashing.

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Checking the preset running time

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The preset running time can be adjusted, in 10 minute increments,

between 10 minutes and 60 minutes. To check the duration of the

current programmed running time, press and release both the

‘ON’ and ‘OFF’ buttons simultaneously three times in quick

succession. The number of times the indicator light flashes

corresponds to the time (in minutes x 10) that the parking heater

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will operate for (e.g. a single flash = 10 minutes, 4 flashes = 40

minutes).

1. Aerial

2. Indicator light

If you do not wish to alter the running time, leave the handset for

3. ON button

10 seconds, after which it will return to operating mode.

4. OFF button

Operating the parking heater

To activate the parking heater, press and hold the ‘ON’ button for

approximately 1 second, or until the red indicator light in the

handset illuminates. The indicator light will then flash at 1 second

intervals, to indicate that the parking heater is operating.

If there is an error (if the handset is out of range, for example), the

indicator light will flash rapidly. If an error occurs, reduce the

distance between the handset and the car and press and hold the

‘ON’ button again.

NOTE: If the indicator light flashes orange, it indicates that the handset

batteries may need replacing (see ‘REPLACING THE HANDSET

BATTERIES’, page 52 for further information).

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Parking Heater

REPLACING THE HANDSET BATTERIES

Battery replacement

Battery condition

The handset indicator light automatically informs the user of the

condition of the batteries when the handset is used. Press either of

the handset buttons and check the battery condition as follows:

Battery condition

Indicator light

Batteries good

Illuminates RED after 1 second, for

0.5 seconds.

Batteries low

Flashes ORANGE after 1 second,

for 3 seconds.

Replace batteries

Flashes ORANGE after 1 second,

for 5 seconds.

If the ambient temperature is lower than 0° C and the handset is

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cold, the batteries may falsely be indicated as needing replacement

(alkaline batteries do not operate as well in cold temperatures). If

With the back of the remote handset facing uppermost, slide off

this occurs, place the handset somewhere warm (a pocket, for

the battery compartment cover and remove the discharged

example) until the batteries have warmed sufficiently to work

batteries. Replace with two MN21 12V alkaline batteries,

correctly.

ensuring that the correct battery polarity is maintained.

After replacing the batteries, ensure that the cover is refitted

securely.

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Interior Equipment

Interior Equipment

FRONT COURTESY AND MAP READING LIGHTS

‘Permanent off’

If necessary, the automatic illumination features described above

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can be switched off, as follows:

Press and hold the courtesy light switch (arrowed in illustration)

for a full 5 seconds. The interior lights (including the luggage

compartment light) will flash and then extinguish. Automatic

operation is now suppressed (manual operation is still available).

To restore automatic operation, repeat the above process (i.e. press

and hold the front courtesy light switch for a further 5 seconds).

H2675a

Manual operation

Press the appropriate switch to turn the courtesy or map reading

lights on, press again to turn off.

The front courtesy light switch (arrowed) will also operate the rear

courtesy lights.

Automatic operation

Courtesy light illumination occurs automatically whenever the car

is unlocked, when a door or the boot lid or tailgate is opened, or

when the starter switch is turned off, providing the headlights have

been illuminated during the previous 30 seconds. The lights

remain illuminated for 20 seconds after the doors are closed, or

until the starter switch is turned on.

After driving, the courtesy lights will fade and then extinguish 20

seconds after the last door is closed, or as soon as the car is locked.

NOTE: If a door or the boot is left open for longer than 16 minutes, a

‘time-out’ function will extinguish the interior lights automatically to

prevent the battery from discharging.

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Interior Equipment

REAR COURTESY AND READING LIGHTS

CLOCK

1112

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10

2

9

3

8

4

6

5

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The rear courtesy lights illuminate and extinguish automatically in

conjunction with the front courtesy lights. Press the appropriate

H2678

switch to illuminate the relevant map reading light - press again to

switch off.

To adjust the clock, use a ball point pen or similar probe to

advance or retard the hands, by pressing the right or left hand

buttons at the bottom of the clock bezel.

NOTE: The clock will need to be reset if the battery has been

disconnected.

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Interior Equipment

CIGAR LIGHTER

ASHTRAYS

Front ashtray

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ONLY hold the cigar lighter by the handle.

H2730a

Press the leading edge of the ashtray to open.

H2737b

To empty the front ashtray, press the tray eject catch (see inset) and

With the starter switch turned on, press the cigar lighter cover to

lift the inner tray from the surround.

open. Press the lighter in to heat up; when it has reached the

correct temperature, it will partially eject and can then be

withdrawn for use.

NOTE: DO NOT plug accessories into the cigar lighter socket (an

auxiliary power socket is available as an accessory - consult your dealer).

The cigar lighter cover will not close again until it has been

allowed to open fully.

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Interior Equipment

Rear ashtray

CUBBY BOX

H2697

Lift the release catch (arrowed) to open the lid. The cubby box is

designed to securely hold tapes or compact discs and the accessory

torch available from an MG Rover dealer.

H2721

NOTE: If an auxiliary power socket is fitted to the vehicle, it will be

Press the button to open.

located in the cubby box.

To empty the rear ashtray, hold the inner tray by the sides and

carefully pull out.

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Interior Equipment

REAR ARM REST STOWAGE*

CUP HOLDERS

Front cup holder*

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H2718

Lift catch (arrowed) to open. Stowage spaces are provided for a

pen, memo pad and cup rests for use when the car is stationary.

Space is also provided for the optional first aid kit.

H3030a

Press the passenger side panel to open.

The cup holder should not be used while the car is in motion.

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Interior Equipment

Rear cup holder*

REAR SUNBLIND*

H2729

H2779a

Press the front of the cup holder to open.

Press the switch to raise or lower the blind.

Ensure that passengers are warned to keep clear of the sunblind

while it is being operated.

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Load Carrying - Saloon

Load Carrying - Saloon

FOLDING THE REAR SEATS

‘Latch secure’ indicators

DO NOT carry objects on the rear shelf - they could become

Ensure that the rear seat backrests are securely latched in the

dangerous projectiles in the event of an accident.

upright position when the seat is in use and when loads are

carried in the luggage area behind.

DO NOT carry unsecured equipment, tools or luggage that could

move, causing personal injury in the event of an accident, or

The release catches pop up when the rear seat is folded forward,

emergency manoeuvre - where possible, use the seat belts to secure

revealing a red band around the catch.

luggage carried on seats.

When returning the seat to the upright position, ensure that the

catches drop back into the backrest and that the red band (arrowed

in lower inset) is no longer visible - this confirms that the backrest

is secure.

NOTE: When returning the seat to the upright position, ensure that the

seat belts are not trapped.

H2742a

To increase luggage space, press either of the release catches (see

top inset) and fold the seat backrest forward.

Note that only one of the backrest release catches needs to be

depressed in order to fold the seat.

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Load Carrying - Saloon

CARRYING LONG LOADS

ROOF RACKS

To ensure absolute safety, only fit accessories that have been

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Ensure that all long loads which project into the passenger

designed and tested for your car. Your MG Rover dealer will

compartment are securely restrained.

provide details of approved tow bars and roof racks.

The total load must NEVER exceed that given in ‘TOWING

WEIGHTS’, page 269, and must include the weight of the roof

rack within the load.

A loaded roof rack can reduce the stability of the car,

particularly when cornering and encountering cross winds. All

loads should be evenly distributed and secured within the periphery

of the roof rack.

H2725

A fold down hatch is fitted in the middle of the rear seat. This

enables longer loads to be carried at the same time as two rear

passengers.

To open the hatch, press down the catch (see inset) and fold the

hatch cover forwards onto the rear seat.

Carrying heavy loads

Luggage carried in the loadspace will shift position in the event of

an accident or sudden stop. On saloon models, always ensure

heavy items are placed as low and as far forward as possible,

preferably pushed against the rear seat squab.

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Load Carrying - Tourer

Load Carrying - Tourer

FOLDING THE REAR SEATS

‘Latch secure’ indicators

The rear seat backrest is divided into two parts, either, or both, of

Ensure that the rear seat backrests are securely latched in the

which can be folded forward onto the seat cushion to increase the

upright position when the seat is in use and when loads are

loadspace area.

carried in the loadspace behind.

After returning either (or both) parts of the backrest to the upright

position, check to ensure that the RED band on each release catch

(arrowed in inset) is no longer visible - this will confirm that the

latches retaining the backrest have engaged and that the backrest is

secure.

When returning the backrest to the upright position, ensure that

the seat belts are not trapped.

NOTE: The centre seat belt is prevented from operating if the backrest

latch is not fully engaged.

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To release the backrest, press one or both of the release catches (as

required) shown in the illustration.

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Load Carrying - Tourer

LOAD CARRYING

Lashing rings

Carrying long loads

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On some models, a fold down hatch is fitted into the rear seat. This

enables longer loads to be carried at the same time as one or two

rear passengers.

To open the hatch, fold the centre armrest down then, from inside

the loadspace, press down the catch (see inset) and fold the hatch

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cover back into the loadspace area.

Luggage carried in the loadspace will shift position in the event of

Ensure that all long loads, which project into the passenger

an accident or sudden stop. Four lashing rings are set into recesses

compartment, are securely restrained.

in the loadspace floor and wheel arches, where shown. Raise the

rings from the floor (see inset) and secure all loads before driving.

DO NOT carry unsecured equipment, tools or luggage that

could move, causing personal injury in the event of an accident,

or emergency manoeuvre.

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Load Carrying - Tourer

Carrying hooks*

Side storage compartments*

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HB0022

On some cars, two retractable carrying hooks are set into the side

Some cars are equipped with enclosed storage compartments, one

trim panels in the loadspace. Use these to secure bags or loose

on each side of the loadspace. To remove a storage compartment

items, which might, otherwise, move around the loadspace in

cover, pull the catch down (see inset). When replacing, ensure the

response to the car’s momentum.

catch is pushed up fully to secure the cover in position.

Restraint strap*

NOTE: On cars equipped with a navigation system, the right hand

Some cars are fitted with a fabric strap on the left side of the

storage compartment is used to house the navigation computer. Also, on

loadspace. Use the strap to secure loose items such as a first aid kit

some cars, both the left and right hand compartments are used to house the

(available as an accessory from MG Rover dealers), or to restrain

audio system amplifier and woofer.

the movement of fluid containers.

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Load Carrying - Tourer

Tailgate storage

Underfloor storage*

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Raise the hinged portion of the loadspace floor (see ‘SPARE

WHEEL & TOOLS (Tourer)*’, page 224) to reveal the shallow

underfloor storage tray. A deeper, circular storage compartment is

set into the centre of the tray.

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A shallow storage compartment is set into the tailgate trim. This is

principally intended to house the emergency warning triangle,

available as an accessory from MG Rover dealers.

Twist the two turnbuckles (shown in upper inset) a quarter turn

anti-clockwise to release the cover.

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