Rover 45 owners manual page 64

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Warning Lights Anti-lock braking system - AMBER* Transmission fault - AMBER (2.0 automatic models) The warning light illuminates briefly when the starter Illuminates when a fault with the gearbox is detected. switch is turned on. If the light fails to extinguish, or When the light illuminates and ‘4’ appears in the trip illuminates at any other time, there is a fault with the ABS system; recorder display, the car can still be driven to get you home, but on completion of your journey seek advice from your dealer the transmission will attempt to stay in fourth gear as much as before further vehicle use. possible, to avoid damage to the gearbox. Avoid driving any long Engine malfunction - AMBER (diesel models only)distances and consult your dealer at the earliest opportunity. The light illuminates when the starter switch is turned If the light illuminates and ‘4’ does not appear in the trip recorder to position ‘II’ and extinguishes after approximately sixdisplay, stop the car as soon as safety permits and seek qualified seconds. If it remains on, or illuminates at any other time, the assistance. engine management system requires attention. Stop the car and switch off the engine for at least 30 seconds; if the light illuminates Snow mode - GREEN (2.0 petrol models only) again after the engine is restarted, it is permissible to continue Illuminates when Snow mode has been activated (see driving, but qualified assistance must be sought as soon as possible ‘Snow mode’, page 79) and extinguishes when Snow to prevent potential engine damage.mode is cancelled or if the gear selector lever is moved out of position ‘D’ (Drive). Transmission fault - AMBER (1.8 automatic models) If the light illuminates while driving, a fault with the automatic gearbox is indicated. In this eventuality, reduced performance will be evident and engine speeds will be limited to 3,500 rev/min approx. You may continue driving but should exercise extreme caution when carrying out any manoeuvre normally reliant upon the car's speed and acceleration. On completion of your journey seek qualified assistance before further vehicle use. 64

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