De Lorean Part Number 113090, the Owner’s Handbook, can be viewed using any Adobe Acrobat 2.0 reader (available from the Adobe web site http://www.adobe.com). In the interest of historical accuracy, I decided to leave the errors (typographical and otherwise) in this recreation of the Owners Handbook. All are relatively minor, primarily misspellings.
De Lorean Owner’s Handbook Part No.
Introduction We would like to take the opportunity to thank you for selecting a De Lorean motor car and to wish you many years of happy and trouble free motoring. This handbook should be considered s permanent part of the vehicle. Please read it carefully as it contains important operating, maintenance and safety information. The first part of the book tells you how to operate the controls, switches and accessories and gives the necessary information on driving and operating your car.
Controls and Operating Key to Instrument Cluster 5 Seat Back Recline Adjustment Seat Back Release Lever Parking Brake Doors and Locks External Internal Locking Storage Compartment 6 6 6 6 Inertia Seat Belts Warning System Wearing Care of Seat belts 8 8 8 8 Seats Seat Travel Adjustment 7 7 Steering Column Controls 9 Luggage Compartment 13 Centre Console Controls 9 Fuel Filler Cap 13 Engine Compartment 13 Driving Information Starting Selector Positions – Manual 14 14 14 Automatic Transmis
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Controls and Operating KEY TO CAR CONTROLS – Fig. 1 1. Courtesy Light Switch 2. Side WIndow Air Duct 3. Left Hand Column Switch 4. Instrument Cluster 5. Right Hand Column Switch 6. Face-level Air Vent 7. Stereo Radio/Cassette 8. Centre Instrument Panel Controls 9. Glove Box Release 10. Front Speaker Grille 11. Door Ajar Warning Light Switch 12. Parking Brake 13. Luggage Compartment Cover Release 14. Clutch Pedal 15. Brake Pedal 16. Accelerator Pedal 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23.
Controls and Operating DOORS AND LOCKS External – Fig. 3 The De Lorean is equipped with a central locking system which locks or unlocks both doors simultaneously. The locking or unlocking of one door will automatically lock or unlock the other. To unlock, insert the key and turn it to the rear of the car, return it to vertical position and withdraw. Lift the external release handle and raise door to its maximum height.
Controls and Operating SEATS – Fig. 6 Seat Travel Adjustment Lift up on the seat travel release bar (1) and slide complete seat backwards or forwards. Make certain that seat is locked position after satisfactory adjustment has been made. Seat Back Recline Adjustment Rotate recliner knob (2) either backwards or forwards to adjust seat back to required position. Seat Back Release Lever Lift release lever (3) to allow seat back to tilt forward for access.
Controls and Operating INERTIA SEAT BELTS – Fig. 8 Warning System The seat belt warning light Fig. 8 will glow when the ignition is switched on and either seat is occupied with the seat belt unfastened, a warning buzzer will also activate for approximately ten seconds. Wearing Always wear the seat belt as a diagonal assembly, until the lap section is comfortably tight.Check that belt is lying flat and is not twisted. The belt is intended to be worn by occupants of adult build.
Controls and Operating STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS – Fig. 11 STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS – Fig. 12 CENTRE CONSOLE CONTROLS – Fig. 13 (1) Direction indicator – raise for right. (2) Direction indicator – lower for left. For (1) and (2) green indicator light in instrument panel will flash, to indicate operation and direction of signal. (3) Horn – press. (4) High beam – move lever away from central position, which is low beam position.
Controls and Operating BI-LEVEL – In this position and with the temperature control in mid-position, conditioned air is provided to the face level and door vents while conditioned warmer air is provided to the footwells and a lesser amount to the windscreen. Adjusting the temperature control will vary the temperature accordingly. VENT – Fresh air at outside temperature is supplied to the face level and door vents with the temperature control set to full cold. Select fan speed desired.
Controls and Operating Light Switch (4) First push – Parking/side lights on. Second push – Headlight/side lights on/ Third push – Off. The headlight beam, high or low, is controlled by lever on left hand side of steering column (see Fig. 11, Page 9). High beam – Move lever away from central position which is low beam position. Hazard Warning Flasher (5) Push once and all front and rear directional signals will flash. Push again for off.
Controls and Operating INTERIOR LIGHTS – Fig. 16 The two interior lights incorporate a three position switch within the lens assembly. Forward Switch Position: Light operates when either door is opened. In this position a delay unit will cause the lights to remain on for approximately 10 seconds after the door is closed. Center Switch position: Light will remain off regardless of door position. Rearward Position (as illustrated): Light will remain on indefinitely.
Controls and Operating LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT – Fig. 19 FUEL FILLER CAP ENGINE COMPARTMENT – Figs. 20-21 To open pull lever located on the left hand side of the driver’s footwell. Access to the fuel filler is gained by lifting the luggage compartment lid. The cap is located at the left rear corner of the compartment. To Open – Pull release handle located on bulk head behind driver’s seat. Raise louvre by lifting centre catch lever on underside of rear panel edge.
Controls and Operating Notice: Shift into ‘R’ and ‘P’ only when the vehicle has come to a complete stop. DRIVING INFORMATION Starting Check that the gear lever is in neutral position (manual gearbox) or in ‘P’ or ‘N’ (automatic gearbox). When stopped on an upgrade do not hold vehicle with engine, use brake. Do not shift from ‘N’ or ‘P’ into any gear selection when the engine is above idle speed. Check that the handbrake is on. Press accelerator pedal down approximately one quarter of its travel.
Controls and Operating position. Moving up a steep grade from a standing start: Depress the brake pedal with your left foot, shift the selector level to ‘D’ or ‘1’ depending on the load weight and steepness of the grade, and release the parking brake. Depress the accelerator pedal gradually with your right foot, while simultaneously releasing the foot brake.
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Maintenance Maintenance 18 Weekly Maintenance 18 Appearance Care Windshield Wheels Roof Lining (Interior) Leather Upholstery Stainless Steel Panels and Exterior Trim 18 18 18 18 18 Maintenance Schedule Lubrication Engine/Emissions Maintenance Transmission, Brakes, Steering and Suspension Wheels and Tyres Electrical Body 19 20 20 18 20 21 21 21 Maintenance Operations 22 Checking Engine Coolant Level 22 Checking Brake Fluid Levels 22 Checking Clutch Fluid Level 23 Checking Windshield Washer Fluid Le
Maintenance MAINTENANCE APPEARANCE CARE Stainless Steel Panels and Exterior Trim The following pages contain details of both periodic routine maintenance which is best entrusted to your DMC dealer, together with weekly maintenance which may be undertaken by the owner or his service station. For the more enthusiastic and capable owner, we have provided additional information to help him should he wish to undertake some of the more basic operations personally.
Maintenance SERVICE CODE LETTER A MILES KM B MILES KM C MILES KM D MILES KM THE PERIOD BETWEEN SERVICES SHOULD NOT EXCEED 12 MONTHS 1000 1600 7500 12000 22500 36000 37500 60000 15000 24000 52500 84000 45000 72000 67500 108000 60000 96000 3000 48000 75000 120000 Regular maintenance together with the use of genuine DMC parts is the key to economy, safety, and reliability for your car.
Maintenance Operation Description LUBRICATION ENGINE/EMISSIONS MAINTENANCE Service A B C D Renew engine oil and filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x Check/top up brake fluid reservoir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x Drain and refill manual transmission and final oil drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x Drain and refill auto transmission fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance Operation Description WHEELS AND TYRES ELECTRICAL BODY Service Check tyres for tread depth and visually for external cuts in fabric, exposure of ply or cord structure, lumps or bulges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Check tyres comply with manufacturers’ specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Check/adjust tyre pressures, including spare wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Check tightness of wheel nuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance Notice: • Do not use anti-freezes with any borax additives as this chemically attack the aluminum and cause severe engine damage. • Do not use alcohol or methanol base coolants. • Have your anti-freeze protection checked at the beginning of the winter season and/or before traveling to a colder climate. • Do not overfill. If frequent additions are required, see your dealer for a cooling system check. MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS Checking Engine Coolant Level – Fig.
Maintenance With the car on a level surface, and without disturbing the filler cap, check that the level of fluid is at or just below the ‘MAX’ mark moulded on the translucent reservoir body. If the level is not apparent, wipe the reservoir top and cap and around the luggage compartment access hole to remove all dust and dirt. Unscrew the cap and lay aside on a clean newspaper. Beware of brake fluid dripping from the cap on removal, as this could have a detrimental effect on the surface finish.
Maintenance CAUTION: Engine oil may be hot. Caution should be exercised to avoid the possibility of burns. Checking Battery Your car has a Delco FREEDOM battery. It needs no periodic maintenance. Its top is permanently sealed (except for two small vent holes) and has no filler caps. You will never need to add water. The hydrometer (test indicator) in the top of the battery provides information for testing purposes only.
Maintenance Checking Type inflation Pressure Tyre pressures should be checked when the tyres are cold (including the spare). Recommended Lubricants Item Engine Above 20°C (64°F) -20°C to +40°C (2°F to 102°F) Below -20°C to -30°C (-2°F to -21°F) Manual Transmission (includes final drive) Final Drive (automatic transmission) To meet spec.
Maintenance Fuse Replacement The fuse block is located under behind the passenger seat under the rear trim panel Fig. 6. The circuit each fuse protects is indicated on the cover. The De Lorean uses blade fuses in place of glass cartridge fuses. The amperage rating of each blade fuse is stamped on top of the fuse body. 26 CAUTION: When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to replace it with a fuse having the correct amperage rating.
Maintenance The following table lists each fuse by number on the fuse box cover, the circuit(s) protected by a particular fuse, the component from which it obtains its source of operating current and amperage rating of the particular fuse. Fuse No. Circuit Protected Supply Amperage 1 Warm up regulator Ignition control unit Idle speed regulator From ign.
Maintenance Fuse No. 28 Circuit Protected Supply Amperage 6 Horns Headlamp flash switching Buzzer logic box Hazard warning lamps Permanently live 20A 7 Lambda control unit Fuel pump Permanently live 20A 8 Cigar lighter illumination RH License plate RH Tail lamp RH Rear side marker RH Front park light RH Front side marker Instrument illumination Clock dimmer Only supplied when light switch operated 9 Heated rear window Door mirrors From ign.
Maintenance Fuse No. Circuit Protected Supply Amperage 12 Door lamps Rear interior lamp Front interior lamp Glove box lamp Luggage compartment lamp Engine compartment lamp Engine diagnostics Permanently live 10A 13 Automatic transmission From ign. I 10A 14 Low beam Supplied when low beam is switched 20A 15 High beam Supplied when high beam is switched 20A 16 Reverse lamps From ign.
Maintenance Notice: Lamp Specifications Usage Quantity External Lights Headlights – outer* 2 Headlights – inner* 2 Front turn/parking light* 2 Side marker lights – front and rear 4 Tail lights 2 Brake lights 4 Rear turn lights 2 Back-up lights 2 License plate lights 2 Internal Lights Luggage compartment light Engine compartment light Door lights Interior lights * 1 1 6 2 Sealed Beam Sealed Beam 21/5 5 5 21 21 21 10 } Non Federal – Service unit may require separate bulbs 10 10 5 10 DOUBLE FILAMENT Sp
Emissions Control System (North America) Emission Control System (North America) Oxygen (Lambda Sensor Closed Loop System) Emission Performance at Altitude 32 32 32
Emission Control System (North America) Federal and state laws establish the levels of exhaust emissions that may be emitted into the atmosphere by automobiles. To comply with these regulations, it is essential that your De Lorean by inspected and maintained in accordance withe the scheduled maintenance. (See Maintenance Schedule Folder). To control these emissions the De Lorean uses the following components: 1. Bosch K-Jetronic continuous injection, fuel injection system. 2.
Emergency Operating Procedures Emergency Starting Jump Starting with Auxiliary (Booster) Battery Push Starting Towing Freeing Car from Sand, Mud, Snow or Ice Lifting Jack and Wheel Changing Instructions Jacking 34 34 35 35 35 35 36 36
Emergency Operating Procedures other metal on the vehicle. When attaching the jumper cable clamps to the positive terminals of the batteries, make certain that neither clamp contacts any other metal. EMERGENCY STARTING Jump Starting with an Auxiliary (Booster) Battery Jump starting can be dangerous if done incorrectly. Therefore, if the following conditions cannot be met, or if you are uncertain about them, we strongly recommend that you leave the starting to a competent technician or towing service.
Emergency Operating Procedures 3. Turn off all unnecessary electrically operated accessories in both vehicles with the exception of those lights needed to protect the vehicle and light the work area. Freeing Car from Sand, Mud, Snow or Ice If your car gets stuck in the sand, mud or snow or ice, move the shift lever on automatic transmission models from ‘D’ to ‘R’ in a repeat pattern. (On manual transmission models, move the sift lever form First or Second to Reverse).
Emergency Operating Procedures and handle in their bag from the lid. When restowing, ensure the rubber straps are firmly fixed and the fasteners located securely. CAUTION: AS SOON AS POSSIBLE AFTER INSTALLING A WHEEL – AND AT THE INTERVALS SHOWN ON THE CHART IN THE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FOLDER – HAVE A MECHANIC TIGHTEN THE WHEEL NUTS WITH A TORQUE WRENCH TO 100 NIM (70lb ft). WHEEL NUTS SHOULD BE TIGHTENED ALTERNATELY AND EVENLY TO THE CORRECT TORQUE. CAUTION: To reduce the chance of personal injury: 1.
General Information Technical Data Engine Cooling System Electrical System: 12 Volt Negative Ground Transmission Final Drive – Manual and Automatic Steering Brakes Suspension Geometry Capacities Dimensions General Tyre Pressures Fuel Requirements Emission Control System Laws Registration in Foreign Countries Owner Assistance 38 38 38 38 38 38 38 38 38 38 39 39 40 40 40 40 40 40
General Information TECHNICAL DATA Engine Rear mounted, liquid cooled, light alloy 90° V6, with single overhead camshaft per bank and cross flow cylinder heads. Fuel delivery is accomplished with a C.I.S. (Continuous Injection System) mechanical fuel injection, Bosch K-Jetronic. Electrical System: 12 Volt Negative Ground Cylinder bore Stroke Displacement Power rating Spark Plug Torque Maximum Torque Compression Ratio 91 mm (3.58 in) 73 mm (2.
General Information Capacities Unit *Engine Crankcase Drain and refill (when changing filter add 1/2 pt.) Cooling System *Manual transmission *Final drive (automatic transmission only) Fuel Tank (91 octane unleaded only) A/C Refrigerant * Metric Measures 6.5 litres U.S. Measures 6.8 quarts 11.0 litres 3.7 litres 1.5 litres 2.9 gallons 7.75 pints 3.6 pints 51.6 litres 13.2 gallons 1125 grams 2.5 lbs Inches 166.0 95.0 73.1 72.83 44.88 77.2 62.6 62.5 5.6 6.
General Information Fuel Requirements General Curb weight with full fuel tank 2844 lbs (1290 kg) Luggage capacity 14 cu ft – 0.3964 cu metres Ramp angle 22° front 27° rear Approach angle 14° Approx. Weight Distribution U.S.A. Your De Lorean is designed to operate at factory specifications at UNLEADED GASOLINE only of at least 87 anti-knock index (R+M/2) (91 research octane number).
