Bentley - Eight - Workshop Manual - 1987 - 1987 (2)

Section S13 Front and rear seats Pages Contents Rolls- Royce Silver Spirit Sikr Spur Bentley Eight Mulsanne/ Turbo R Mulsanne S Front seat cushion and valance assembly To remove and fit - Front seat arm rest - To remove and fit Front seat head restraint -To remwe and fit Front seat squab and fa - To remove Fmnt seat complete assembly - To rernwe Front seat complete assembly - TOfit Front seat mechanism assembly - Repsir procedure Rear seat cushion - To remove and fit Rear seat squab - To remove and f i Centre arm rest - To remove and fit Rear seat head rest - To remove and fit 3/88 TSD 4700 Section S13 Front and rear seats Introduction Prior to commencing work ensure that a suitably prepared area is available to store any items of trim. etc.. that are removed. - Front seat cushion and valance assembly To remove and fit (seefig. S1 3-1 1 1. Remove the two screws and cup washers {item 1) securing the squab back panel. Lift the back panel Fig, St3-1 Front seat trim and mounting arrangement a 370,5 m m (14.600in) 3/88 . slightly to disengage the upper retaining brackets then remove. 2. Remove the two screws and cup washers litern 2) securing the cushion valance to the seat base. 3. From underneath the rear of the seat, unhook the cushion retaining strap (item 3). Lift the front of the cushion to disengage the retaining pegs, then unhook the front of the retaining strap and remove the cushion. 4. To fit the cushion reverse the removal procedure b 365.0 mm 114.370 in1 TSD 4700 ensuring that the retaining pegs locate in the holes situated at the front of the seat base. - Front seat arm rest To remove and fit (see fig. S1 3-1 1 1 . Remove the two screws and cup washers (item 11 securing the squab back panel. Lift the back panel slightly to disengage the upper retaining brackets then remove.. 2. Carefully insert a slim 15/16 A-F spanner between the seat squab and the arm rest, then mlease the shouldered bott {itern 4).Remove the arm rest. 3. Each arm rest is made up of an upper and lower trimmed section which are clipped together. To open the arm rest, carefully insert a smali steel rule, or a similar tool, at the rear of the am rest between the upper section and the beading attached to the lower section. Carefully prise the two sections apart. 4. To assemble the arm rest, engage the clips at the front of each section. then bring the rear of both sections together. Insert a small steel rule and press the retaining clip downwards until the two sections engage. 5. To fit the arm rest reverse the removal procedure. Front seat head restraint - To remove and fit (-fig. S13-1) t . Remove the two screws and cup washers (item 1 ) securing the squab back panel. Lift the back panel slightly to disengage the upper retzining brackets then remove. 2. lift the head restraint to the full extent of its adjustment. 3. Locate the head restraint retaining clips situated at the base of each support tube (item 5). Push both clips clear of the support legs then lift the head restraint out of the seat squab. 4. To fit the head restraint, simply tocate the support legs into the top of the seat squab and push down until the retaining clips engage. The head restraint can then be adjusted vertically to a desirable position. - Front seat squab To remove and fit (see fig. S 13-1) 1. Remove the two screws and cup washers (item 1) securing the squab back panel. Lift the back panel slightly to disengage the upper retaining brackets then remove. 2. Remove the four M8 setscrews and washers (item 6) securing the squab frame to the seat base assembly. Carefully withdraw the seat squab assembly. 3. To fit the seat squab reverse the removal procedure. - Front seat complete assembly To remove [see.fig. S1 3-1) l . Remove the two screws and cup washers {item 1) securing the squab back panel. Lift the back panel slightly to disengage the upper retaining brackets then remove. 2. Remove the two screws and cup washers (item 2) securing the cushion valahce to the seat base. 3. From'underneaththe rear of the sear. unhook the cushion retaining strap (item 3). Lift the front of the cushion to disengage the retaining pegs, then unhbak the front of the retaining strap and remove the cushion. 4. Turn the ignition key to the ACC or RUN position. Then, using the sear adjustment mntrols, move the seat forward to the full extent of its travel. Warning Ensure that your hands are kept clear of the seat mechanism during this operation. 5. Using a Tom' head socket driver. rernwe the two exposed socket s c m (item 7) securing the rear of the seat. Similarly. move the seat fully rearwards and remove the socket screws [item 8) securing the front of the seat. Note the position and quantity of any spacing washers situated between the seat base and the floor. 6. Switch offthe ignition and disconnect the battery. 7. Disconnect the electrical plugs and sockets (item 9). 8. With the help of an assistant, carefdly remove the seat assembly from the car. Front seat complete assembly - To fit (see fig. St3-1) Reverse the procedure given for removal noting the following. 1. It is important t o ensure that any spacing washers situated between the seat base and the floor are replaced in their original positions. 2. Prior to tightening the seat base securing socket screws, ensure that the distance between the left-hand and right-hand seat slide is correct (see fig. S1 3-1, inset A). 3. Torque tighten the socket screws {items 7 and 81 t o between 48 Nm and 54 Nm (4,9 kgf m and 5.5 kgf m; 36 Ibf ft and 40 1M ft). The socket screws should be tightened in the following sequence. Rear inboard, rear outboard, front inboard, and front outboard. 4. When fitting the seat cushion, ensure tha* the retaining pegs locate in the holes situated at the front of the seat base. 5. If the seat has been electrically disconnected for more than 4 weeks the seat adjustment memory function (if fitted) will be lost. if this has occurred, it will be necessary to reactivate the m e m r y as follows. Warning When the seat memory is reactivated, the seat will move immediately and automatically to a set adjustment position. Take care therefore to avoid contact with the seat when carrying out the following procedure. Ensure that the gear range selector lever is in the park position, then turn the ignition key t o either the ACC or RUN position. Depress the memory (MEM) and the numbered store/recall buttons corresponding t o the seat to be activated in the following sequence. MEM five times. 4 once. 3 twice. 4 once. To ensure activation of the memory this operation should be completed within approximately five seconds. Front seat mechanism assembly - Repair procedure The operation of each front seat is controlled by four identical electric motors. Each motor is connected, via driw cables. to two gearboxes mounted on opposite sides ofthe seat mechanism base. The gearboxes operate in pairs providing four adjustment positions. seat squab rake, front tilt, rear tilt. and forward/rearmd movement. In the event of a fault developing in the operation of a seat mechanism reference should be made to the following fault diagnosis chart. Fault diagnosis fault I 1 'l. Seat 'twisting' during travel {indicating loss of drive to one gearbox). P o dble cause I a. l Remedy a. Broken drive cable. Gearbox failure. - To renew}. Note On a number of early cars, black coloured inner cables were fitted. It is advisable to replace these with gold coloured inner cables as a complete seat set. l b. Renew the drive cables in pairs. i.e. motor set (see Drive cables b. Renew the gearbox. [see Gearbox - To renew). . 2. Lass of movement in any one of the four adjustment positions. e.g. front tilt, rear tiit, etc. a. Motor failure. Note Each motor is protected by an internal therma t cut-out. Therefore, ensure that the mator has not overheated. a Test the motor (refert o TSD 4701 Electrical Manual). a. Gearbox failure. a. If the gearbox centre shaft is revolving. renew the gearbox (see Gearbox - To renew). Mote On the front tilt, rear tilt, and forward/rearward gearboxes f may be possible to reduce the noise level by adjusting the centre shaft ntrt (see fig. S1 3-2. item 1). Take care not to overtighten the nut during this operation. Ifthe noise level does not improve, renew'the gearbox. a. Renew the motor (see Motor To renew). a. Secure correctly. b. Secure correctly. e Reposition and/or reclip. l Check if the gearbox centre shaft is revolving. 4. Unacceptable motor noise. a. Motor failure. 5. General noisy operation of the a. Loose motor. b. Loose seat memory electronic control unit (if fitted). c. Incorrectly positioned or unelipped drive cables. seat mechanism. 1 1 4 I l - P 6. Excessive free movement of the seat squab. 3/88 . I- I Refer to the information under the heading Seat squab rake adjustment. . TSD 4700 Fig. S13-2 Front seat mechanism - Drive cables To renew (see fig. S 13-2) The following procedure can be adopted for any one of the eight drive cables fitted to a seat mechanism. 1. Rernwe the seat cushion assembly as described under the heading Front seat cushion and valance assembly - To remove and f i 2. Using the seat adjustment controls, operate the seat mechanism to gain access t o the drive cable to gearbox connections. 3. Disconnect the battew. 4. Cut and discard the plastic cable ties (item 2) and remove the drive cable securing clips. Note that new cable ties must be fitted on assembly. 5. Withdraw each drive cable from the gearbox. 6. Cut and discard any cable ties situated along the length of the drive cables. noting that on assembly new ties must be fitted in similar positions. 7. Remove the four screws (item31 securing the appropriate motor. Lift the motor clear of its mounting bracket and withdraw both drive cable assemblies. 8. To fit new drive cables reverse the removal procedure noting the following. Failure of a drive cable will almost certainly introduce 'twist' into the seat mechanism as a result of continued operation of the opposite cabletgearbox. This must be corrected. Refer to the information under the heading Seat mechanism twist - To correct. - forward and rearward movement gearbox To renew (see fig. S 13-2.item 4) 1. Remove the seat cushion assembly as described under the heading Front seat cushion and valance assembly To remove and fit. 2. Using the seat adjustment controls, operate the seat mechanism to gain access t o the gearbox. 3. Disconnect the battery. 4. Unscrew and remove the plastic gearbox cover (item 5). 5. Cut and discard the plastic cable tie (item 2) and remove the drive cable securing clipNote that a new cable tie must be fitted on assembly. 6. Withdraw the drive cable from the gearbox. 7. Removethe gearbox centre shaft nut, washer, and spacer (item 1 1 and release the sensor earth lead (if fitted ). 8. Release the Lucar connector securing the signal lead (if fitted) to the gearbox. 9. Remove the gearbox securing bolts, nuts, and washers {item 6). 10. Carefully withdraw the gearbox, noting that a thin thrust washer may be f i e d to the centre shaft. The washer, if fitted. must be positioned on the centre shaft of the new gearbox prior to fitting. 1 1. To fit the new gearbox reverse the removal procedure noting the following. Failure of a gearbox will almost certainly introduce 'twist' into the seat mechanism as a result of continued operation of the opposite gearbox. This must be corrected. Refer to the information under the heading Seat mechanism twist - To correct. - - Front tilt gearbodmr tilt gearbox To renew (see fig- S13-2,items 7 and 8) 1. Remove the seat cushion assembly as described under the heading Front seat cushion and valance assembly - To remove and fit. 2. Using the seat adjustment corrtrols, operate the seat mechanism t o gain access to the appropriate gearbox. 3. Disconnect the battery. 4. Unscrew and remove the plastic gearbox cwer (item 5 ) 5. If the front titt gearbox (item 71 is to be renewed, release the motor mounting bracket (item 91 from the seat mechanism slide. 6. Cut and discard the plastic wble tie (item 2) and remove the drive cabte securing clip. Note that a new mble tie must be fitted on assembly. 7. Withdraw the drive cable from the gearbox. 8. Remove the gearbox centre shaft nut, washer. and spacer (item 1) and release the sensor earth lead (if fied). 9. Release the Lucar connector securing the signal lead (if fitted) to the gearbox. 10. Remove the gearbox securing bolts, nuts, and washers (item 6 ) . 1 1. Carefully withdraw the geatbox, noting that a thin thrust washer may be fitled to the centre shaft. The washer, if fitted, must be positioned on the centre shaft of the new gearbox prior t o fitting. 12. To fit the new gearbox reverse the removal procedure noting the fallowing. Failure of a gearbox will almost certainly introduce 'twist' into the seat mechanism as a result of continued operation of the opposite gearbox. This must be c o m e d . Refer to the information under the heading Seat mechanism twist - To correct. - Seat rake gearbox To renew (see fig. S1 3-2, item 10) 1. Remwe the seat cushion assembly as described under the heading Front sew cushion and valance assembly To remwe and fit. 2. Using the seat adjustmint controls, operate the seat rake t o the fully forward position and the rear tilt t o the fulty raised position. 3. Disconnect the battery. 4. H fitted, disconnect the sensor earth lead and signal lead from the gearbox. 5. Cut and discard the plastic cable tie (item 2) and remove the drive cable securing clip. Note that a new cable tie m u d be fitted on assembly. 6. Withdraw the drive cable from the gearbox. 7. Remove the gearbox securing bolts, nuts, washers, and self-tapping screw (items 6 and 11). 8. Carefully withdraw the gearbox and spacer assembly. Unscrew and remove the spacer (item 12) and discard the gearbox. 9. To fit the new gearbox reverse the removal procedure noting the following. Ensure that the cut-out in the gearbox spacer aligns with the seat rake arm (item 13). Failuw of a gearbox will almost certainly introduce - 'twist' into the seat mechanism as a result of continued operation of the opposite gearbox. This must be corrected. Refer to the information under the heading Seat mechanism twist - To correct. Seat mechanism twist - To wrrect (see fig. S 13-2) 1. Disconnect the battev. 2. If necessary, remove the corn pIete seat assembly from the car and rest the mechanism onto a perfectly flat surFace. 3. Using a small screwdriver, or a similar tool, (item 14) turn the affected gearbox drive until the twist has been removed. 4. To confirm that the twist has been corrected proceed as follows. Fit the drive cables. Then, using the seat adjustment controls. operate the appropriate gearboxes to the full extent of their travel, ensuring that both Fig. St3-3 Rear seat trim - Other than Bentley Turbo R gearboxes cease operation simultaneously. If necessary. repeat the above pmcedure until the twist has besn completely removed. Seat squab rake adjustment (see fig. S13-2) It should h noted that to ensure the correct operation of the squab rake a small amount of free mwement must be present in the seat squab. However, if the movement at the top of the seat squab exceeds 6 mm (0.240 in) then the following adjustment procedure should be earried out. 1. Remove the squab back panel (see Front seat cushion and vatance assembly To remove and fit). 2. Disconnectthe battery. 3. Slacken the squab pivot bolt nuts (item 15). 4. Using a suitable tool, turn each eccentric cam (item 16) until the free movement at the top of the squab is reduced to 6 mm 10.240 in). Note that it may be - necessary to remove the seat squab to gain access to the cams. 5. If the acceptable limit cannot be achieved by turning the cams, then the seat rake spacer bushes (item 17) should be adjusted as follows. To gain access to the spacer bushes, remove the seat rake gearboxes (see Seat rake gearbox To renew). Using a socket spanner. turn each spacer bush clockwise until all free movement is removed from the seat squab. Then, turn the bush a quarter of a turn anticlockwise to provide slight squab movement. Note Ensure that steel spacer bushes are fitted. On a number of early cars nylon bushes were fitted, these should be discarded and replaced by the steel type. 6. Repeat Operation 4 to reset the eccentric cams. 7. Torque tighten the pivot bolt nuts (item 1 5 ) to 35 Nm (3.5 kgf m; 26 Ibf ftl. - Fig. S13-4 Rear seat trim - Bentley Turbo R - Motor To renew (see fig. S13-21 The following procedure can be adopted for any one of the four motors fitted to a seat mechanism. 1. Disconnect the battery. 2. Disconnect the motor loom plug and socket (item 18). Withdraw the bright coloured keeper bar from the socket. Then, using a suitable thin rod disengage the spring clips securing the appropriate motor leads. Note the position of the leads to ensure correct assembly. 3. Remove the four screws (item d).securing the appropriate motor. Li the motor clear of its mounting bracket and withdraw both'drivecable assemblies. 4. To fit a motor reverse the removal procedure. - Seat memory electronic control unit (if fitted) To renew (seefig- S 13-2) 1. Remove the seat cushion assembly as described under the heading Front seat cushion and valance assembly To remove and fit. 2. Using the seat adjustment controls. operate the front and rear tilt to the fully raised position. 3. Disconnect the battery. 4. Trace the looms from the electronic control unit to the plug and socket connectors. Disconnect the plugs and sockets. 5. Cut and discard any cable ties situated along the length of the looms, nating that on assembly new ties must be fitted in similar positions. Manoeuvre the looms clear of the seat mechanism. 6. Turn the electronic control unit (ECU) securing clip (item 19) through 90'. Lowerthe ECU, then slide it clear of the front mounting bracket and remove. 7. To fit a new seat memory ECU reverse the removal procedure noting the following. To activate the new seat memory ECU refer t o the information under the heading Front seat complete assembly To fit. - - - Rear seat cushion To remove and fit (see fig. S1 3-3) 1. The rear seat cushion is simply wedged into position in the seat pan and can be removad by raising the front edge and pulling clear of the seat squab. To fit the cushion reverse the removal operation. - Rear seat squab To remove and fit Other than Bentley Turbo R (see fig. S13-3) 1. Remove the rear seat cushion. 2. Lift and remove the head rests. 3. Unclip and remove the seat belt reel covers situated on the parcel shelf. 4. Remove the self-tapping screws securing the lower corners of the squab (item 1). 5. Lower the centre arm rest and manaeuvre the trimmed flap clear of the retaining plate (item 2). 6. Remove the two exposed bolts. spacing washers. and tapping plates (item 3). 7. Lift the bottom of the squab slightly sliding the top towards the rear window to disengage the retaining brackets (item 4). Slide the seat belt webbing off the sides of the squab. On cars fitted with a cellular telephone, disconnect the battery then release the plug and socket (item 5).Carefully remove the squab from the car. 8. To fit the squab reverse the removal procedure. Rear seat squab - To remove and fit Bentley Turbo R (see fig. S13-4) 1. Remove the rear seat cushion. 2. Remove the self-tapping screws securing the lower corners of the squab (item 1). 3. Lower the centre arm rest and manoeuvre the trimmed flap clear of the retaining plate (item 2). 4. Remove the two exposed bolts, spacing washers. and tapping plates (item 3). 5. Lift the bottom of the squab slightly sliding the top towards the rear window to disengage the retaining brackets (item 4). Ease the squab forward t o gain access to the finishing trim outer securing setscrews (item 5). Remove the setscrewsto allow the seat belt webbing to be slid off the sides of the squab. On cars fitted with a cellular telephone, disconnect the battery then release the plug and socket (item 6).Carefully remove the squab assembly from the car. 6. To fit the squab reverse the removal procedure. - Centre a m rest To remove and fit (see fig. S13-3) 1. Remove the four bolts and washers (item 6) securing the arm rest to the squab panel. On cars fitted with a cellular telephone, disconnect the battery then release the plug and socket (item 51. Remove the arm rest. 2. To fit the arm rest reverse the removal operation. - Rear seat head rest To remove and fit Bently Turbo R {seefig. S 13-4) 1. Release the rear seat squab. 2. Ease the squab forward and locate the spring clips retaining the head rest support legs (item 71. Withdraw the clips, then lift and remove the head rest. 3. To fit the head rest reverse the removal procedure. Section S14 Seat b e b Pages Contents ' Rolls-Royes Sihrer Sihrer Spirit Spur Introduction SW3 S143 Front seatbelt-To remove S143 814-3 frdnt seat belt To fif S144 S144 ~etractable &kr seat belt-To remove S1 4-6 S14-5 Retractablew a r m belt-to fit S14 5 S14-5 - Bentley Eight Mulsanne/ Turbo R Mulsanne S Section S14 Seat belts introduction Lap and diagonal retractableseat belts are fitted inthe front compamnent of the car.The rear cornpament has tap and diagonal retractableseat beltsfmed to the two outer positions. An additional static lap belt may befittedtothe rear central position. If a seat belt requirescleaning, sponge the webbing with warm soapy water. Do not use bleaches or dyes asthey may impairrhe efficiency and safety of the seat belts. Warning Intheevent of a vehicle being involved inan accident of sufficient severity to muse damage tothe front Iongerons, all the seat betts worn by occupants at the time of the impact must be replaced. Ifan impact resultsin local damageto any of the seat beit anchorage points, then that particular seat belt must be replaced irrespectiveof whetherthe belt was worn or not at the time of the impact. Inthe went of a rear impamthe severity ofths damage must be judged and if in any doubtthe occupied seat belts m m b replaced. Fig. S147 9/88 ... Frontreatbelt-Totamwe tseefig.Sl4-l) 1. Usingthe seat adjustmentcontrols,movethe front seatforward tothe full extent of itstiavel. 2. Remove the mo screwssecuringthe small trim panel (item 1). L i t h etrim slightly to disengagethe retaining clips and remove. 3. To removethe 'BC' posttrim panei proceed as follows. .Unclipand removethe rear wmparhent floor carpet. Then, removethe two screws litem 2)and carpet retainers. Peel backthesoundproofing material, then removethe two exposed setscrews (item3). Loosenthe stainless steel sill finishers adjacent to the 'BC postto enablethe endsof the trim to be released. Releasetheseat belt webbingfrom the retaining clip on the 'BC post panel. Slidethe4BC'post trim panelupwards to disengagethe rear retaining brackets and remove. 4. R e m m the anchorage bolt washers, etc., (item4) f rorn the top of the reel rnectranism cover plate. 5. Removethe setscrews securing the cover plate Fmnt seat bek removal TSD 4700 (item 5). Release the seat belt webbing by removingthe plastic edge protector and guiding the-webbing through the slot provided. Remove the cover plate. 6. Unserew and remove rhe two seat belt guides (item 6). 7. Unscrew and remove the upper trim mounting bracket (item 7). 8. Remove the anchorage bolt washers, etc. {item 8) securing the seat belt to the top of the 'BC' post Note that on a number of 1987 model year cars conforming to an Australian specification,the upper trim mounting bracket is positioned underneath the anchorage bott. 9. Remove t h e m bolts and strengthening plate (item 9) situated underneath the sill panel. Remove the seat belt mechanism assembly. 10. Peel back the transmission tunnel carpet to expose the seat belt stalk anchorage bolt (item 10). Release the boh, washers, etc., and remove the stalk. On cars conformingto a North American specifi~tion,disconnect the battery then releasethe Luwr mnnectorsfromthe electrical lead protruding from the drivef s side seat belt stalk. hornseabelt-Tofit(seefig. Sl4-l) Reversethe procedure given for removal noting the Fig. S742 Front seat belt reel to sill mounting arrangement fig. S143 Rear seat belt removal ' A Additional stalk for a static lap belt following. 1. Prior to fming the reel mechanism into the sill recess. check that the reel to sill mounting bracket is positionedas shown in figure 514-2. This will ensure that when the reel is mounted in the sill it will be positionedvertically. . 2. Torque tighten the seat belt anchorage bolts as follows. Nm kgfm lbfft (items4,8, and 10) 34-41 3,441 2530 (item 9122-24 2,2-2.5 16-18 3. Check thatthe plastic edge protector (item 11) is fined to the reel mechanism cover plate, preventing possible chafing of the seat belt webbing. 4. Fully extendthe sea belt webbing and check that the belt retractsfulty when released. 5. On cars conforming to a NorthAmerican specification, a warning buner device is frtted to remind occupantsto fasten their seat belts. The operationof the warning buner is as follows. If the engine is started without the driver's seat belt fastened, the buaer will sound and a warning panel on the centre console will illuminate. The buzzer and panel will remain energizedfor approximately seven seconds-Thebuaer will cease immediatelythe driver's seat belt is fastened. If the engine is started with the driver's seat bett fastened. the warning panel will illuminate for approximately seven seconds to remind other occupants to fasten their seat belts. The panel will illuminateirrespective of whetherthe seat belts are fastened or not. 6. To check that the seat belts are operating correctly, select an open stretch of road. Then, when the road is free from any potential danger, accelerate the car to 24 km/h (15 milelh) and brake sharply. Ensure that the belts lock and subsequentty release. An additional check should be made by fitting the belt and then giving the webbing of the diagonal htt a sharp pull. Ensure that the belt locks, then retracts when the tension is released. - (3,4 kgf m and 4.1 kgf m; 25 IMft and 30 lbf ftl. 2. Fully extend the seat bett webbing and check that the bek retracts fully when released. 3. To check that the seat belts are operating correctly, select an open stretch of road. Then, when the mad isfree from any potential danger, accelerate the carto 24 km/h (15 milelh) and brake sharply. Ensurethat the belts lock and subsequently release. An additional check should be made by fitting the belt and then giving the webbing of the diagonal belt a sharp pull. Ensure that the belt locks, then retracts when the tension is released. Retractablerear seat belt -To remove (see fig. S14-3) 1. Lift out the rear seat cushion. 2. Removethe rear head rests. 3. To gain access to the seat belt anchorage bolts, it will be necessary to releasethe bottom of the rear seat squab tsee Section S13). 4. Removerhe exposed anchorage bolts and washers (item l ) then release the seat belt and stalk. 5. Unclip and remove the seat belt trim covers (item 2). 6. Release the anchorage bolt and washers (item3) securingthe reel mechanism to the parcel shelf. Release the webbing from the seat belt guide noting that on cars conforming to an Australian specification a plastic sleeve will first have to be removed from the guide. Remove the reel mechanism assembly. RetracmMerear seat belt - To M (see fig. S 14-31 Reverse the procedure given for removal noting the following. l . Torque tighten the seat belt anchorage b o b and nuts (items 1,3, and 4) to between 34 Nm and 41 Nm TSD 4700 Section S15 Interior trim - passenger compartment Contents Pages RollsRayee Sitver Sikr Spirit Spur Introduction Safety procedures Upper instrument facia panels -To remove and fit Top roll, demister panel, and lower trim panels -To remove and fit Facia door and stowage compartment-To remove and fit Centre console- To rernove and fit Lower instrumentfacia panels -To remove and fir Instrument board -To remove and fit Front header trim panels remove and fit -To Parcel shelf, csntrail/quarter panel, and rear header trim panel -To remove and fit 'BC' post, side header, and centre roof trim panels- To remove and fit Headlining material -To remove and fit Draught welts-To remove and fit Centre stowage bin -To and fit remove Floor and transmission tunnel carpets -To remove and f i Heelboard carpet trim -To renew - Soundproofing bulkhead. transmission tunnel, and rear seat area -To renew - Soundproofing roof, rear quarter. floar, and rear seat base -To renew Bentley Eight Mulsanne/ T u b R Mulsanne S Section S15 Interior trim - passenger compartment Introduction Prior to commencing work, ensure that a suitably prepared area is available to store any items of trim, etc.. that are removed. Safety procedures The cleaner and adhesives referredto in this section are classified as highly flammable. For guidance on their use reference must be madeto Section S3. Upper instrumentfacia panels-To remove and tit {seefig. 515-1) 1. Disconnect the battery. 2. On cars fitted with a switchbox protection pad (item 11 proceed as fallows. Using a suitable tool, carefully prise out rhe three blanking plugs. Releasethe exposed screws and remove the protection pad. 3. Release thescrews and removethe trimmed beadings (item 2) situated along the lower edge of the instrument facia panel. 4. Releasethe grub screws (item 3) and remove both facia vent control knobs. 5. Release the three screws and cup washers (item 41 securing the instrumentfacia panet. Manoeuvrethe panel from underneaththe top roll and remove. fig. S151 Upper instrumentfacia panels 6; To remove the instrumentfacia end panel proceed as follows. Openthe facia stowage compartment. Lowerthefuse compartment door by depressing the release button situsted on the top roll side panel. Removethe end panel lower securing setscrew and washer (item 51. To gain access to the end panel upper securing nut removethe screws and cup washers (item61, then fold backtheside lining of the stowage compartment. Remove the nut and washer {item 7 ) ,taking care not to damage the soldered connections at the rear of the map lamptvanity mirror switch. Withdraw the panel and release the electricsl connectors, noting the position of the leadsto ensure correct assembly. 7. To fit the instrument facia panels reversethe removal procedure. Top roll. dmrister pane!, and lowertrim panels -To remove and fit (see fig. S15-21 1. Disconnect rhe battery. 2. Removethe upper instrument facia panels. 3. Remove the screws and washers (item 1) and lower the parking brake trim panel. Release the Lucar connectorsfrorn the footwell lamp (item 2) and remove the panel. 4. Remove the top roll securing screws, nuts, bolts, and washers (item 3). 5. Carefully withdrawthe top roll assembly horizontallyto avoid damaging the solar temperature sensor (item 4). . 6. To remove the demister panel proceed as follows. Remove the bolts, nuts, and washers (item 51. Raise the front of the panel slightly to clear the windscreen demister ducting. Then, carefully ease the panel from underneath the windscreen finisher trim and remove. 7. Remove the windscreen finisher trim panel (item 6) by pulling it forward to disengage the retaining tabs. 8. To remove the fuse compartment door proceed as follows. Release the Lucar connectors from the footwell Lamp (item 71. Unhook the support straps then release the nuts and washers [item8)and remove the fuse compartmentdoor. Notethw the fuse compartment lamp switch cancelling bracket is secured underneath the outboard securing nuts. 9. To fit the lowertrim panels, demister panel, and top roll reverse the removal procedure. Facia door and stowage compartment - f a remove and fit (see fig. S15-3) 7. Releasethe screws (item 11and removethe facia stowage door. fig. S152 Top roll, demister panel, and lower trim panels 2. To remove the stowage compartmentproceed as follows. Disconnectthe battery. Remove the WO screws (item 2). Withdraw the stowage compartment lamp and release the Lucar connectors. Remove the screws, cup washers. and plastic clips (item 3) securing the stowage compaflrnent to the instrument board. To gain access to the stowage compartment lamp switch and luggage compartment locking selector switch, fold back the side Lining of the stowage compartment (item4). Release the Lucar connectorsfrom bath switches. Release the screws and washers (item 51, then remove the switch mourning bracketldoorcheck arm assembly. Carefully withdraw the stowage compartment. 3. To fit the stowage compartment and facia door reverse the removal procedure. Centre cansole-To remove and fit lsse fig. S15-41 Other than Bentley Mulsanne S and Turbo R cars 1. Disconnect the battery. 2. Remove the upper instrument facia panel. 3. Loosen the setscrews and washers (item 1) securing the lower sides of the console. 4. Remove the screws (item 2)securing the top of the console to rhe instrument board. Carefully withdrawthe console sufficientlyto gain access to the electrical connections. Disconnectthe various leads, notingtheir positionsto ensure correct assembly. 5. To fit the centre console reversethe removal procedure. Centre console-To removeand fit {seefig. S15-5) Bentley Mulsanne S and Turbo R-cars 1. Removethe upper instrument facia panel. 2. Removethe screws (item 11securing the consols to the instrument board. 3. Turn the ignition key to the ACC or RUN position. Then, using the seat adjustment controls, move both front seats rearward to the full extent of their travel. Disconnectthe battery. 4. To gain access to the console rear securing screws it will be necessaryto removethe front seat cushions (see Section S131. Remove the exposed screws titem 2). 5. Lift out the ash tray, then remove the exposed screws (item 3) securing the console to the transmission tunnel. 6. Carefullywithdraw the console assembly sufficiently to disconnect thevarious eledricsl leads. tn view of the large number of connections, it is advisable to label each one as it is disconnected. 7. To fit the console reversethe removal procedure. Lower instrument facia panels-To remwe and fit {see Rg. S15-61 1. Disconnectthe battery. 2. Lowerthe fuse compartment door by depressing the release button situated on the top roll side panel. 3. Releasethe setscrews and washers (item l). Then, unclip and remove the facia panel adjacentto the centre console. 4. Removethe parking braketrim panel {seeTop roll, demister panel, and lower trim panels -To remove and fit. Operation 3). 5. Release the screws and removethe trimmedbeadings Iitern 2) situated along the tower edge of the instrument facia panel. 6. Release the screws and washers (item 3)securing the air conditioning control panel to the instrument board. Withdraw the panel and release the electrical connections, noting the position of the leads to ensure correct assembly. Similarly. removethe control panel containing the windscreen wipers switch, fuel filler door release button, etc. 7. To fit the lower instrumentfacia panels, reverse the removal procedure. Instrument board- To remove and fit (seefig. S15-7) 1. Disconnect the battery. 2. Removethe upper and lower instrumentfacia panels, facia stowage door. top roll, lower trim panels. and centre console. ' 3. Disconnectthe electrical leads from all instruments, lamps, switches, etc. In view of the large number of connections, it is advisable to label each . .- Kg. Sl5-3 Facia stowage compartment f i g . S15-4 Centre console Other than Bentley Mulsanne S and Turbo R cars one as it is discannected to facilitate assembly. 4. Remove the nuts (item 1)securing the air vent control levers to the instrument board. 5. To remove the circular facia air outlets and ducts refer to Chapter C. 6. Removethe bolts, nuts, and washers (itern 21 securing the lower centre section of the instrument board. 7. Remove the bolts, nuts, and washers (item 3) securing the upper centre sectionof the instrument board. 8. With the help of an assistant, support the instrument boardthen release the nuts and washers (item 4) securing each end. Removethe instrument board. 9. To fit the instrument board reverse the removal procedure. Front header trim panels --To remove (see fig. S 15-81 1. Disconnect the battery. 2. Unscrew and remove the interior rear view mirror. On cars fitted with a cellular telephone, unclip the microphone mountedon the mirror stem. 3. Pull the sun visors from their inboard retaining clips. Release the screws (item 1) and remove the sun visors. 4. Removethe screws (item 21. Slide back the centre header trim panel and release the Lucar connector (if fitted} from the passenger side visor retaining clip and unplug the cellular telephone microphone {if fmed). Removethe trim panel. 5. Remove the flexible outer coversfrom the coat hooks situated on the cantrail trim panels. Unscrew the coat hooks and remove the stainless steel trim finishers. 6. Unclip and remove the 'A' postlcantrailtrim panels (item3). 7. Releasethe screws (item 4) and remove the visor clip retaining brackets and header trim panels. 8. Carefulty separate the glued edge of the header trim material andfoam (item 5)from the headlining material. Remove the exposed self-tappingscrews and washers (kern 61, then removethe header trim pieces. - Fig. S15-5 Centre console Bentley Mulsanne S and Turbo R cars Fig. 3 5 - 6 Lower instrumentfacia panels Front headettrim panels To fit {seefig. S15 8 ) Reverse the proceduregiven for removal noting the following. 1. To fit the header trim pieces (item 51 proceed as follows. Using theself-tapping screws and washers (item Fig. S15-7 Instrument board fig. S158 Front header trim panels 11/86 TSD 4700 S 15-7 6), secure the trim pieces to the header panel. Apply Apollo Adhesive AX 2344 t o the header panel covering an area approximately 75 mm (3.0 in) wide. Refer to cross-hatched area (item7). Allow five minutes for the adhesive to 'flash' dry, then press the foam panel (item 8 )firmly into position. Apply Apollo Adhesive AX 2344 to the roof headlining material adjacent to the edge ofthe foam panel. Cover an area approximatety 25 mm (1.0 in1 wide. Similarly, coverthe corresponding area of the header trim piece material. Allow five minutes for the adhesive to 'flash' dry. Then, keeping the trim piece material taut, pressfirmly into position. Remove any excess adhesive using a cloth moistened with Bostik Cleaner 6001. Parcelshelf, cantrail/quarter panel, and rear header trim panel To remove and frt (see fig. S15-9) 1. Remove the rear seat cushion and squab assembly (see Section S13). 2. Remove the seat belt anchorage bolts situated on the rear squab panel. Releasethe webbing from the seat belt guides and carefully allow the belts to retract into the reel mechanisms. Note that on cars - conforming to an Australian specification s plastic sleeve will first have to be removedfrom each guide. 3. If fitted, retease the front of the trimmed stop lamp unit from the retaining clip (item 1). Carefully raise the front of the lamp unit and pull it forward slightly to disengage the rear retaining lugs. Disconnect the battery then unplug the electrical lead to the lamp and removethe stop lamp unit. 4. Ease the fmnt of the parcel shelf (item 2) upwards slightly and carefully remove. 5. To remove the wntraillquarter panel proceed as follows. Disconnect the battery. Using a suitable Rat bladed tool, carefufly ease the fmnt of the companion frame (if fitted} out of its recess (item 3). Release the Lucar connectors, noting the position of the leads to ensure correct assembly, then remove the companion frame. Pull down the spring loaded grab handle (item 4) to expose the retaining screws. Release the screws and remove the handle. Remove the flexible outer cover from the coat hook situated o n the cantrail trim panel (item 5). Fig. S15-9 Parcel shelf, camail/quarter, and rear header trim panels Unscrewthe coat hook and remove the stainless steel trim finisher. Remove the self-tapping screws (item 6). On Bentley Eight cars, carefully ease the escutcheon cover (item 7) from the interiorlmap lamp switch, release the exposed screws and removethe escutcheon. Remove the cantraillquarler panel by pulling it forward to disengage the rear retaining brackets. 6. Releasethe self-tapping screw (item81frorn each end of the rear headertrim panel. Remove the panel by pulling it forward to disengagethe rear retaining brackets. 7. To fitthe rear headertrim panet, cantraillquarter panel, and parcel shelf reverse the removal procedure. Fig. S15-3 0 'BC' post, side header, and centre roof trim panels Fig. S15-l1 Headlining removal - 'BC' post, side header, and centre roof trim panels To removeand fit (see fig. S15-1 0 ) 1. To remove the43C' post trim proceed as follows. Removethe two screws securing the uppertrim panel (item 11. Lift the trim slightly to disengage the retaining clips and remove. Unclip the rear compartment floor carpet and remove the two exposed screws and carpet retainers (item 2). Peel back the soundproofing material, then remove the two exposed setscrews {item 3). Loosen thestainless steel sill finishers adjacent to the 'BC' post to enable the ends of the trim to be released. Release the seat belt webbing from the retaining clip on the 'BC' post trim panel. Slide the 'BC' post trim panel upwards to disengage the rear retaining brackets and remove. 2. To remove the side header trim panel proceed as foHows. Remove the front header trim, rear header trim, and cantrail trim. Disconnect the battery. Then, unplug the interior lamp loom connector Iitern 4). Separate the glued edge of the side header trim material from the cantrail panel to exposethe securing screws (item 51. Release the screws, then remove the side header panel complete with the interior lamps. 3. To remove the centre roof trim panel (item 6) proceed as foliows. Disconnect the battery. Fig. S15-12 Draughtw e b Removethe front centre header trim panel. Slide the centre roof trim panel towards the front of the car to disengage the retaining brackets. Release the Lucar connectors at the rear of the panel. Remove the panel complete with the upper airtemperature sensor. 4. To fit the centre roof trim panel, side headertrim panel, and 'BC' post trim reverse the removal procedure noting thefollowing. Apply Apollo Adhesive AX 2344 along the edge of the side header trim material and to the corresponding area of the cantrail panel. Allow five minutes forthe adhesive to 'flash' dry, then bring both surfaces together using maximum hand pressure. Headliningmaterial-To remove (see fig. S15- 1 1) 1. Remove the front header trim, rear heedertrim, cantrail/quartertrim.side header trim, and centre roof trim. 2. From above the rear window, drill out the pop rivets and remove the two outer rear header trim securing brackets (item 1). 3. Remove the headtining clips (item 21. 4- Separatethe glued edge of the headlining from the front and rear header and cantrail panels. Release the headliningfrom the channel formed in the centre roof panel {item 3) and remove. - Headlining material To fit (see fig. S15-11) l . Clean the bonding surfaces of the cantrail and header panels using a cloth moistenedwith Bostik Cleaner 6001. Allow to dry. 2. Laythe headlining panel onto a suitable cloth covered bench. Slide the nylon strip into the sleeve along the inner edge of ?he headlining. AX 2344 around the Outer 3. Apply Apollo ~dhesive bonding edges of the headliningto a depth of approximately 75 mm (3.0in). Simitarly, apply adhesiveto the corresponding bonding surfaces of the cantrail and header panels. Allow five minutes for the adhesiveto 'flash' dry. 4. Insertthe inner edge of t h e headlining panel containing the nylon strip into the channel formed in the centre roof panel. 5. Keeping the headlining material taut to prevent creasing, pressfirmly into position along the cantrail and front and rear header panels. 6. Using a trimming knife, remove any excess headlining material. 7. Piercethe headlining material to accept the retaining clips (item 2). Then, press the clips into position along the cantrail panel. Also pierce the headlining material where the cantrail trim securing clips will engage. 8. Remove any excess adhesive using a cloth moistenedwith Bostik Cleaner 6001. Draught weks-To remove [see fig. S15-12) 1. Removethe cantrait trim panels and 'BC' post trim. 2. To remove the lower 'D' post trim panel proceed as follows. Peel backthe trim materigl and remove the exposed screw (item 7 1. Loosen the stainless stet sill finisher to enable the end of the trim to be released. 3. To remove the lower 'A' post trim panel proceed as follows. Removethe two screws and cup washers (item 21. Loosen the stainless steel sill finisherto enable the end of the trim to be released. 4. Carefully separate the glued draught wett from around the 'A' post, cantrail, and '0'post and remove. 5. To remove the draught welt from the 'BC' post it will first be necessary to releasethe upper seat belt anchorage bolt and removetheseat belt guides (see Section 5141. 6. Unscrew and removethe *BC' post trim panel retaining brackets (item 31. 7 . Removethe screw and washer (item 4). 8. Releasethe retaining clips (item 51,then peel back the top of the draught welt and remove. Draughtweb-To fit (see fig. 515-12) Reversethe procedure given for removal noting the following. 1. Clean the bonding surfaces of the 'A' post, cantrail, and 'D'post using a cloth moistened with Bostik Cleaner 6001. Allow to dry. 2. Fit the 'BC' post draught welt, ensuring that the seat belt guide holes are aligned. Apply Apollo Adhesive AX 2344 to the top flap of the 'BC' post draught welt and to the corresponding Fig. S1113 Centre stowage bin area on the cantrail. Allow five minutes forthe adhesiveto 'flash' dry, then bring both surFacesfirmly toget her. 3. Lay the draught welt for the 'A' postlcantrailPl)' post onto a suitable cloth covered bench. Apply Apollo Adhesive AX 2 3 U along the length of the cloth backing mrip. Similarly, apply adhesive to the corresponding bondingsurfaces of the 'A' post, cantrail, and 'D'post. Allow five minutes for the adhesive to 'flash'dry. Starting at the base of the 'D' post, carefully press the draught welt into position. At each bend, make a series of small cuts in the cloth backing strip to enable the draught welt to easiiy follow the contour ufthe door aperture. - To remove and fit (see fig. S15-13) 1. Disconnect the battery. 2. To gain access to the stowage bin rear securing screws it will be necessary to remove the front seat cushions (see Section S13). Remove the exposed screws litem 1). 3. Lift out the ash tray, then remove the exposed screws (item 2)securing the front of the stowage bin. 4. Carefully raise the stowage bin sufficiently to disconnect the various electrical leads. In view of the large number of connedions, it is advisable to label each one as it is disconnected. 5. To fit the stowage bin reversethe removal procedure. Centre stowage bin - Roor and transmissiontunnel carpets f o remove and fit (see fig. S 15- 14) l. Releasethe Velero strips and stud fasteners securing the floor carpets. Remove the carpets. 2. Removethe centre console/stowage bin. 3. Release the Velcro strips and stud fasteners, then remove the front transmission tunnel carpet. 4. To renew the rear transmissiontunnel carpet proceed as follows. Peel off the transmission tunnel carpet. Thoroughly clean the bonding surface of the transmission tunnel using a cloth moistened with Bostik Cleaner 6001. Allow to dry. Apply Apollo Adhesive AX2344to the bonding surfaces of the transmission tunnel soundproofing and carpet. Allow five minutes for the adhesive to 'flash' dry, then bring both surfaces together using maximum hand pressure. Ensure that the carpet is positioned Fig. Sl!5-14 Carpets -bulkhead,transmissior: tunnel.and rear seat area Fig. St5-15 Soundproofing accurately around the seat belt stalks. 5, If the carpets or rugs require cleaning, referto Chapter A for full cleaning instructions. -- Heelboard carpet trim To renew (see fig. S15-14] 1. Removethe rear floor carpets. 2. Lift out the rear seat cushion. 3. Peel back the glued rear carpet securingflap from the soundproofing material. Remove the screws and carpet retainers, then fold back the soundproofing materialto expose the rear floor area. 4. Disconnectthe battery. f hen, carefully prise out the heelboard lamps, release the Lucar connectors and remove. 5. Peel back the soundproafing material from the rear seat pan. 6. Carefully peel ofFthe glued heelboard carpet trim. Using a suitable scraper, remove all traces of foam paddingfrom the top section of the heelboard. Then, thoroughly clean the heelboard area using a cloth moistened with BoQik Cleaner 6001. Allow to dry. 7. Apply Apollo Adhesive AX 2344to the top section of the heelboard and to the foam padding strip. Allow five minutesfor the adhesive to 'flash' dry, then press the foam strip into position (seefig. S15-14, inset A). 8. Lay the heelboard carpet trim onto a suitable cloth covered bench. Apply Apoilo Adhesive AX 2344 to t h e bonding surfaces of the trim and to the heelboard soundproofing and foam padding. Allow five minutes for the adhesive t o 'flash* dry. Starting in the centre and working outwards, firmly press the carpeted area of the trim into position around the transmission tunnel. Stretch the leathertrim over the seat base flange ensuring that no creases occur. 9. Remove any excess adhesive using a cloth moistened with Bostik Cleaner 6001. - Soundproofing bulkhead, transmimion tunnel, and rear seat area To renew (see fig. S15151 A rubberized hessian backed soundproofing material is adhered to the bulkhead, transmissiontunnel. and rear seat areas of the car. 1. To renew any of the above soundproofing panels proceed as fol tows. Peel off the soundproofingpanel. Tftoroughly clean the bonding surface of the body using a cloth moistened with Bostik Cleaner 6001. Allow to dry. Apply Apollo Adhesive AX 2344 to the bonding surface of the body and to the hessian backing of the soundproofing panel. Allow five minutes for the adhesiveto 'flash' dry. ~ l i the ~ panel, n ensuring that any holes or cut- Ag. Sq5-16 Soundproofing-rod, rear quarter, floor, and rear seat base On cars conforming to an Australian, Japanese, and NorthAmerkan specification, the dotted tine indicates the approximate area covered by insulating material 11/86 TSD 4700 outs are correctly located, then pressfirmly into position. Remove any excess adhesive using a cloth moistened with Bostik Cleaner 6001. Soundproofing-- roof, rear quarter, floor, and rear seat base-To renew (see fig. S15161 1. The foam soundproofing panels fitted to the roof panel are self-adhesive and can be easily removed. Prior to fitting a new soundproofing panel, thoroughly clean the bonding surface of the roof using a cloth moistenedwith Bostik Cleaner 6001. Allow to dry. When fitting a panel, remove the backing paper and position as indicatedin figure 515-16. Press the soundproofing firmly into position eliminating any air bubbles. 2. The foam soundproofing fitted to each rear quarter is simply wedged behind the inner panel and can be easily renewed if necessary. 3. A PVC coated foam soundproofing material is fitted to the fioor and rear seat base areas of the wr. Additionally, with the exception of the driver's floor area, a foam underlay is fitted beneath the W C coated soundproofing. On cars conforming to an Australian, Japanese, and North American specification, a non inflamrnable insulating material is fitted beneath the W C coated soundproofing on the right-hand side of the ear. The approximate area covered by this material is indicated in figure S15-16. To remove a W C coated foam soundproofing panel, it may first be necessaryto unscrew and remove the rear COrI-tparlmeMair ducting and the appropriate carpet retainers. W h e e soundproofing or foam underlay panels are to be glued to the floor or seat base, the following procedure should be adopted. Apply Dunlop S1127 Adhesive to the bonding surfaces of the body and the soundproofing. Allow five minutes for the adhesive to 'flash' dry. Align the panel ensuring that any holes or cut-outs are correctly located, then press firmly into position. Section S16 interior trim -luggage compartment Contents Pages ~ ~ R o y o e Bentley Eight Muhnne/ Turbo R Sik Silver Spitit Introduction LuggageMmpamnem carpets and trim panels To remove and fit - Tool stowage tray and rear panel fittings-To remove and fit soundproofing-TO and fit remove Spur Mulsanne S Section S16 Interior trim - luggage compartment Introduction Prior to commencing work, ensure that a suitably prepared area is available to store any items of trim etc., that are removed. The trimmed luggage compartment side panels conceal various electrical components. For example, the anti-lock braking system electronic control unit and the automatic radio aerial are housed behindthe left-hand side panel. Also, on cars fitted with a ceflular telephone. the transceiver unit is mounted on a hinged fiap incorporated in the left-hand side panel. The right-hand side panel conceals the seatlradio memoryfuse, and the high mounted stop Lamp fuse (if fitted). The earth connection from the battery is also at the rear of this panel. Incorporated into the right-hand side panel are two containers of hydraulic system mineral oil. Access to the containers can be made by releasing the spring loaded fastener securing the top of the hinged flap. Safety procedures The cleaner and adhesive referred to in this section are classified as highly flammable. For guidance on their use reference must be made to Section 53. - Luggage compartment carpets and trim panels To removeand fit bee fig. S1611 1. Release the stud fasteners and removethe luggage compartment floor carpet. 2. To remove the luggage compartment front trim panel proceed as follows. Remove the battery master switch knob (item 1) by releasing the centre screw, ring nut, and instruction plate. Removethe screws and cup washers (item 2 ) situated along the top and bottom of the panel. Releasethe two press fasteners (item 3). Wiljdraw the trim panel. Fig. S151 Carpets and trim panels - . 11/86, TSD 4700 Fig. 516-2 Tool stowage tray and tear panelfrttings 3. To remove the left-hand side trim panel proceed as follows. Pull and release the spring loaded fastener litern 4). Remove the ring (item 5 ) from the fuel filler door manual retease cable. On cars fitted with a cellular telephone, release the spring loaded fastener and lower the flap containing the telephone transceiver. Releasethe screws and cup washers {item 6 )then remwe the side panel. 4- To remove the right-hand side trim panel proceed as follows. Release the spring loaded fastener (item 71, lower the hinged flap and remove the two containers of mineral oil. Remove thetwo screws (item 81. Pull and release the spring loadedfastener (item 9). Release the screw and cup washer (item 101,then removethe Jde panel complete with the mineral oil stowage compartment. 5. To renew a wheel-arch carpet proceed as follows. Peel ofithe carpet, taking care not to disturb the soundproofing material. Thoroughly clean the bonding surface of the wheel-arch soundproofing using a cloth moistened with Bostik Cleaner 6003. Allow to dry. Apply Apollo Adhesive AX 2344 to the bonding surface of the wheel-arch and the carpet. Allow five minutes forthe adhesive to 'flash' dry. Ensure that the carpet is correctly aligned then press firmly into position. * 6. To fit the carpets and trim panels reverse the removal procedure. Tool stowage tray and rear panelfittings- To remove and fit (seefig. S16-2) 1. To remove the toot stowage tray proceed as fol~ows. Remove the front trim panel. Remove the tools and accessoriesfrom the stowage tray. Release the eight self-tapping screws (item 1). Carefully remove the tray. 2. To remove the rear panel plasticcover proceed as foltows. Using a pencil. mark the position of the lock catch (item 2). Release the setscrews and washers then remove the catch. Carefully prise out the four plastic fasteners (item 3)situated along the lower edge of the cover. Fig. S16-3 Soundproofing Unscrew and remove the stainless steel finishing strip (item4). Removethe plastic cover. 3. To fit the rear panel cover and tool stowage tray reverse the procedure given for removal noting the following. Priorto tightening the setscrews securing the lock catch (item 2) align the marks made during removal. Soundprodng -To remove and fit (see fig. 516-31 1. To removethe soundproofingpanels fitted to each wheel-arch or to the luggage compartment floor area proceed as follows. Peel off the appropriate soundproofing panel. Note that a number of strips of soundproofing material are glued into the channels formed in the floor panel beneath the main floor soundproofing panel. Thoroughly clean the bonding surface of the body using a cloth moistened with BostikCleaner6001. Allow to dry. Apply Apollo Adhesive AX 2344 to the bonding surface of the body and the soundproofing. Allow five minutes forthe adhesive to 'flash'dry. Align the panel, ensuringthat any holes or cut-outs are camctly located, then press firmly into position. 2. If the fuel tank has been removed, check the condition of the self-adhesive soundproofing panel (item 1). Compriband pads {item21, and squab panel foam moulding (item 31. Renew if necessary. Ensure that any blanking grommets removed during this operation are refitted on assembly. Section S17 Passive restraint- seat belts Contents pwRolli+Royce Silver Spirit - Emergency seat belt tongues Fittingand removal procedure 'BC p m and wnttsil trim.panels -To remove and fit Seat belttransportertrack -To remove and M 'BC' post anchorage point and drive motor assembly -To' mmomandfft Seat belt reel mechanisms -To remave and fit Passive seat beltsystem -Operational check procedure S i k Spur Be* Eiiht Mulsanne/ Turbo R Mulsanne S Section S17 - Passive restraint seat belts Introduction Passiverestraint seat beltsare providedforthe driver and front seat passenger. Each seat position comprisesa diagonal inertia reel belt which travels from itsunfastened position onthe 'A' post, along a transporter track, to an anchorage point on the 'BC' post. Thetravel rnahanismforthe bett is cable driven via an electric motor. The motor being mountedinthe sill panel. Amanually operated inertia reel lap belt completesthesystem. Each seat base incorporatestwo inertia reel mechanisms. f he mechanismforthe lap belt is secured tothe outboard side ofthe seat base. The mechanismforthe diagonal belt,together with the sta tk forthe lap belt, is secured to the inboard side of the seat base. Theoperation of each diagonalseat belt is independentlycontrolledvia an electronic control unit. Each unit is mounted tothe underside of atrim panel. The panels being locatedbetrrveenthe front seats andthe centre stowage bin. A check procedure for the system is detailed underthe heading Passive restraintsystem Operations Icheck procedure. To reduce the possibility of injury in the went of an accident or if the car is stopped suddenly, it is importantthat the driver and front seat passenger are restrained by lmththeir diagonal belt and manually operated lap belt. If the travel of a diagonal belt is interruptedthe belt will stall and the appropriateseat belt warning panel will illuminatewnstantly.To resetthesystem carry out the following procedure. Ensure that the car is stationary. Then, movethe gear rangeselector lever to the park position and apply the parking brake. Turn theignition key tothe LOCK position: then backtotheRUN position. The belt should then resume itsnormal operation. If after several attempts to resett he systemthe belt faits to operatethen a fault must be suspected. Inthe went of a failure, two emergency seat bett tongues are supplied. These providea temporary conventionalactive restraint system {seeEmergency seat belt tongues- Fitting and removal procedure). M a seat belt requires cleaning, wipe the webbing usingwarm soapy water and a sponge. Do not use bleachesor dyes, as ?heymay impairthe efficiency and safety of the seat belts. For information on the removaland fitting procedureofthe rear seat belts referenceshould be made to Section S14. Warning Inthe event of a vehicle being involvedin an accident of rufMient severity to cause damage to the front longerons, all the seat belts worn by occupants at the time of the impact must be replaced. - Fig. S17-1 Emergencyseat betttongues R an impact results in local damage to any of the seat belt anchorage points, then that particularseat belt must be replaced irrespectiveof whetherthe belt was worn or not at the time of the impact. Inthe event of a rear impact, the severity of the damage must bejudged and if inany doubt the occupiedseat belts must be replaced. Emergency seat belt tongues- fitting and ternoval pmcdure [seefig. Sl7-f 1 Two emergency seat belt tongues are locatedon the inside of the fuse compartment door. The tongue for the driver's seat belt is marked 'LH topf; the passenger's is marked'RH top'. Inthe unlikely event of a failurethe appropriate tongue should be inserted into the anchorage point and the diagonal seat belt attached. This will provide a temporary conventional active restraintsystem. 1. Toftan emergencyseatbelttongue proceedas fol!ows. Unctiptheappropriate tongue from the fuse compartment door. Positionthe tongue as shown in insetA and insert it through the brush seal. ~hen,slidethe tongue downwards intothe anchorage point until it 'clicks' into position. When correctlyf i i e d the tongue will be locked intothe anchorage point. Removethe plastic protectivecwerfrom the emergency tongue. 2. ReIeasethe diagonal belt from its travel mechanism by pressing the red button in the retaining clasp. fasten the belt retaining clasp onto the emergencytongue ensuringthat the belt webbing is not twisted. TSD 4700 S 17-3 3. Attach the plastic protective coverto the exposed diagonal seat belttongue.Care must always be taken when entering or leaving the car to avoid contact with this tongue. 4. To remove an emergency seat belttongue proceed as follows. Release the diagonal belt fromthe emergency tongue. Using a small screwdriver, or a similar tool, move the securing lever in the direction of the arrow (see inset B). Then, lift the tongue clear of the anchorage point and remove. BC' post and cantrail e r n panels-To remove and fit {seefig. S17-2) 1. To remove the 'BC' post trim pmceed as follows. Ensure that the diagonal seat belt is in its unfastened position. Turn the ignition keyto eitherthe ACC or RUN position. Using the seat adjustment controls, move the seat fomard to the full extent of its travel. Disconnect the battery. Unclipthe top of the 'BC' post upper trim panel titem 1) from the cantrail. Manoeuvre the panel to release its lower retaining bracket. Fig. S17-2 Trim panels, transporter track, and drive motor assembly Unclipthe rear wrnpa~rnentfloorcarpet. Then, remove the exposed setscrews. screws, and carpet retainers litern 2). Loosen the stainless steel sill finishers adjacent to the 'BC' post. Slide the 'BC' post trim panel upwards to disengage the panel from the retaining brackets. 2. Carefully remove the cantraiW'A' post trim panel Fig. S173 S e a bett reel mechanismsand fittings by progressively releasingthe five retaining clips {item 3).taking care notto distortthe panel. 3. To fit the trim panels reversethe procedure given for removal. Seat belttransporter track -To remove and fit (see fig. S17-2) 1. Removethe 'BC post and cantrail trim {see'BC' post and cantrail trim panels - To remove and fit). 2- Ensure that the diagonal seat belt is in the fastened position. Then, disconnect the battery. 3. Unclip the diagonal belt and allow it to return into the reel mechanism. 4. Unscrew and remove the drive cable retaining bracket (item 4). 5. Support the 'BC' post anchorage point. Then, using a Tom' head socket driver remove the securing screws (item 5).Lower the anchorage point dear of the transporter track taking care not to distort the drive cable. 6. Release the setf-tapping screws (item 6) then remove the transporter track and cantrail spacers. 7. To fit the transporter track reverse the procedure given for removal. 'BC post anchorage point and drive motor assembly -To remove and fit (see fig. S1 7-2) 1. Remove the 'BC' post and cantrail trim (see 'BC post and cantrail trim panels To remove and fit). 2. Ensure that the diagonal seat bett is in the fastened position. Then, disconnect the baitery. 3. Unclip the diagonal belt and allow it t o return into the reel mechanism. 4. To gain access t o the drive motor loom plug and socket proceed as follows. Remove the front seat cushion and wtance assembly (see Seat belt reel mechanisms To remove and fit. Operation 2). Unscrew the rear ofthe air ducting. then l i f t the soundproofing material t o expose the drive motor loom. Disconnect the plug and socket (seefig. S1 7-3, item 11. Then, manoeuvre the drive motor loom clear of the seat base area. 5. Unscrew and remove the 'BC' post drive cable retaining bracket (item 4). 6- Support the 'BC' post anchorage point. Then, using a Tom' head socket driver remove the securing screws {item 5). Lower the anchorage point clear of the transporter track, taking care not to distort the drive cable. 7. Remove the drive motor securing setscrews (item 7). Withdraw.the drive motor assembly from the sill aperture. Do not lift the motor by means of the drive cable. 8. If it is necessary to remove the anchorage point mounting bracket mark the position of the bracket in relation to the 'BC post. Release the anchorage bolt (item 8) and remove the bracket. To fi the brscket align the marks made during removal and torque tighten the anchorage bolt (itern 8) t o between 34 Nm and 41 Nm {3,4 kgf m and 4,l kgf m; 25 Ibf ft and 30 Ibf ft). 9. To fit the 'BC' post anchorage poirrt and drive motor assernbly reverse the removal procedure noting the following. Prior tosecuring the drive motor assembly ensure that the waterproof cover is trapped between the mounting bracket for the motor and the sill panel. - - Toque tighten the seat belt anchorage "Tom' screws (item 5) to between 27 Nm and 30 Nm (2.8 kgf m and 3.0 kgf m; 20 Ibf ft and 22 Ibf ft). Seat belt reel mechanisms - To remove end fit (see fig. S17-3) 1. Unclip the diagonal belt and allow it to return into the reel mechanism2- To gain access to the reel mechanisms it will be necessary to remove the seat cushion and vatance assembty as follows. Disconnect the battery. Remove the two screws and cup washers {item 2) securing the squab back panel. Lift the panel dightly to disengage the upper retaining brackets. Remove the two exposed screwsand cup washers (item 3) securing the cushion valance t o the seat base. Unhmk the cushion s w r i ng strap (item $),from underneath the rear of the seat. Lift the fmnt of the cushion to disengage the retaining pegs and unhook the front of the securing strap. Manoeuvre the cushion and valance assembly clear. 3. Lomte the electrical lead at the base of the lap beit stalk Trace the plug and socket (item 5). disconnect and then release the electrical lead. 4. To gain access to an inboard reel mechanism anchorage bolt it will be necessary t o remove the front seat assembly. Referto Section S13. Front and rear seats. 5. Release the anchorage bolt (item 6)and remove the seat belt reel mechanism. noting the quantrty of spacers (item7) situated between the reel mounting bracket and the seat base. 6. To fit the reel mechanism reverse the removal procedure noting the following. Ensure that the locating tab on the reel mounting bracket passes through the slot in the reel backplate. Check that the spacer(s) (item 71 are in position between the reel mounting bracket and the seat base. Torque tighten the anchorage bolts (item 6) to between 34 Nm and 41Nrn (3,4 kgf m and 4.1 kgf m; 25 Ibf f t and 30 lbf ftl. 7. To check that a reel mechaniss is operating correctly pras fof~ows. Fasten the lap belt and ensure that the diaganal belt is fitted correctly. Select an open stretch of road. Then. when the road is free from any potential danger, accelerate the car to 24 km/h (15 mile/h] and br&e sharply. Ensure that bath the diagonal and lap belts lock and subsequently release. An additional check should be made by sharply pulling the webbing of both belts. Ensure that each belt locks, then retracts when the tension is released. - Passive seat belt system Operationaf check procedure Prior to carrying out the following check procedure, apply the parking brake and remove the engine starter relay situated in the engine compartment. If during this check procedure a fault is detected immediately travels to its unfastened position (irrespective of the gear range selector position). The driver's diagona! belt should travel to its unfastened position immediately the gear range selwtor lever is moved to the park position. reference must first be made to fSD 4701, Workshop Manual Electrical. - l . Close both front doors. Fasten both lap belts (diagonal belts in the unfastened position). Place the gear range selector lever in the park position. Operation Check a. Turn the ignition key t o the RUN or START position. passenger's diagonal belt immediately travels t o its Ensure that the anchorage point. The drivef S diagonal belt should travel to its anchorage point immediately a gear range position other than park is 3. Close bath front dmrs. Fasten both lap belts (diagonai betts in the fastened position). Place the gear range selector lever in the park position. Turn the ignition keyto the RUN or START position. selected. Both the driver's and passengefs seat belt warning panels should flash for approximately six seconds. Note If a warning panel continues to flash and is accompanied (for six seconds) by a warning chime. reference must be made to the heading Diagonal beit proximity switch. Release the driver's belt. c. Release the drivets diagonal belt from its travet mechanism by pressing the red button in the retaining clasp. Check a. RJease the drivefs diagonal belt from the travel mechanism tongue by pressing the red button in the retaining clasp. Open the driver's door. As the mechanism travels tcwa~dsthe unfastened position pull on the tongue to prevent movement, causing the mechanism to stall. Ensure that the drivefs seat bet warning panel illuminates constantly. Release the travel mechanism tongue and close the door. To reset the system proceed as follows. Turn the ignition key to the LOCK position: then back to the RUN or START position. The travel mechanism should then resume its normal operation and both warning paneb should flash for approximately six seconds, then extinguish. Repeat this check on the passenger's travel mechanism. A chime should sound for approximately six seconds and the drivets seat belt warning panel should flash for the same duration- Fasten the lap belt. Repeat this check on the passenger's lap belt. The chime should sound for approximately six seconds and the drivefs seat belt warning panel should flash for approximately sixty seconds. Fasten the diagonal belt. Repeat this cheek on the passengef S diagonal beft. 2. Close both front doors. Fasten both lap belts (diagonal belts in the fastened position). Place the gear range selector lever in a position other than park. Turn the ignition key to the LOCK position. Opetstion a. Open both front doors. Operation Check Ensure that the passenger's diagonal belt 4. Close both front doors. Fasten both lap belts (diagonal belts in the fastened position). The following check procedure must be carried out as the car is being driven. This procedure is only applicable to the passenger's diagonal belt, therefore an assistant will be required to occupy the passengefs seat. Operation a. Select a safe area to carry out the test. Drive the car forwards at approximately walking speed. Taking care to avoid any obstruction, partly open the passenger's door. Check Ensure f hat the passengefs diagonal belt remains in the fastened position whilst the car is in motion. b. Stop the car with the passenger's door held in the open position. Approximately three seconds after the car becomes stationary the diagonal belt should travel to its unfastened position. Diagonal belt proximity swiich {see fig. S17-41 A proximity switch is incorporated into the casing of the motor Limit switch situated adjacent to each ' B C ' - ~ O S ~ anchorage point. On Bentley Eight cars from vehicle identification number *SCBZEOZB7JCX22382$ and Bentley Mulsanne S cars from QSCBZS02B5JCX22406* an alteration to the position of the proximity switch has been introduced by the fitting of an additional 2 mm (0.080 in) thick spacer and a modified 6 mm (0.240 in) backing spacer (see inset A). This alteration can also be incorporated on cars prior to the above vehicle identification numbers. However, the proximity switch must first be tested to ensure that no etectrical fault is present. To test the switch proceed as follows. 1. Repeat Operation l a, as described under the heading Operational check procedure. 2. When the diagonal belt has completed its travel to the anchorage point. immediately release the belt clasp and hold the magnet closer to the switch assembly. If the chime and warning panel cancel, and resume operation on1y when the magnet is moved away, this indicates that the proximity switch is operating correctly and the alteration can be incorporated as described in Operations 3 to 10 inclusive. Note If the chime and warning panel do not cancel when the magnet is held close to the switch then an electrical fault must be suspected and reference should be made to TSD 4701 Electrical Manual. 3. The part numbers of the items required to Fig. S17-4 Fmximity switch incarporate the altemtion are as foffows. CD 6541 2 mm (0,080 in] spacer. right and left-hand switch. CD 6540 6 mm (0.240 in) backing spacer. right-hand switch CD 6539 - 6 m m (0.240 in) backing spscer, teft-hand switch. 4. Disconnect the battery. 5. Undip the top of the 'BC' post upper trim panel from the cantrail (see fig. S1 7-2). Manoeuvre the panel to release its lower retaining bracket. 6. Removethe screw securing the switch assembly to the anchorage point. 7. Remove and discard.theexisting 6 mm (0.240 in) backing spacer. 8- Position the modified 6 mm 10.240 in) backing spscer together with the additional 2 mm (0.080 in) spacer as shown in inset A. 9- Secure the switch assembly to the anchorage point and fit the 'BC post trim panel. 10. Connect the battery and check the operation of the switch. - Section S18 Special torque tightening figures Introduction This section contains the special torque tightening figures applicableto SectionsS4toS17 inclusive. For standard torque tighteningfigures referto Chapter P. Section SWS5 Components used during manufacture ofthe vehicle have different thread formations (Metric, UNF, UNC, etc.]. Therefore, when fitting nuts, bolts,and setscrews it is importanttoensure that the correcttype and size of thread formation is used. Ref. Component Nm bfm fbfft 1 Front door hinges -Allen headed setscrews 23-34 2.3-3.4 17-25 2 Front door hinges 23-34 hexagonal headed setscrews 2.3-34 17-25 3 Rear door hingeshexagonal headed setscrews 23-34 2,3-3,4 17-25 4 Striker pin lock-nut 'B' and 'D* posts 27-33 2.8-3,3 20-24 5 Front and rear door frame -waist securing setscrews t 1-13 1,l-1.4 8-10 6 Front door frame - ring 22-24 2.2-2.5 16-18 6-8 0.6-0,8 4.5-6 - bolt 7 2/89 Front doorframecountersunk socket screws TSD 4700 S18-1 Section -5 Jbf ft Ref. Component - Front door frames 'B' post setscrews - Rear door frames'C' post setscrews - Front doorframelower securing setscrew Front and rear doorframelower rear securing setscrew 11-13 Rear door frame - 71-13 lower front securing setscrew l,l -1,4 Section 54/55 Ref. Component 73 Front and rear door latch countersunk setscrews 74 Front seat mounting socket screws Nrn Wm 4,l-6,1 0.4-0,6 Section S13 15 - 48-54 Front seat rake pivot - bolt nut Section S74 16 Front seat belt to sill cover plate - bolt 34-41 Section S14 Ref. Component Nm kgf m fbfft 17 Front seat belt to 'BC' post bolt 34-41 3,4-4.1 2530 18 Front seat beit reel mounting bracket- bolt 34-41 3,441 25-30 19 Front seat belt reel to sill -bolts 22-24 2,2-2,5 1&18 20 Front seat belt stalk to tunnel bolt 34-41 3,441 25-30 21 Rear seat belt to squab panel - bolt 34-41 3,44,1 25-30 22 Rear seat bell stalk to squab panel bolt 3441 3,4-41 25-30 23 Rear seat belt stalk to mounting bracket nut 3441 3,441 25-30 - - - - ' Section S14 1 Ref. Component 1 24 Rear seat belt reel to parcel sheif bolt - Section S17 25 Passive restraint anchorage point mounting bracket -bolt 26 Passiverestraint anchorage point -Tom'screws 27 Passiverestraint inboard seat belt reel mechanism -bolt 28 Passive restraint outboard seat belt reel mechanism -bolt Section S19 Workshop tools This-on contains the workshop tools sppl'mbletb SectionsS4to S17 inclusive. RH 9623 Windscreen wiper arm extractor toof RH 9637 Windscreen removal knife RH 9778 Door latch sYriker pin holding tool RH 9779 Door latch striker pin setting piece Section S20 Doors Contents Pages RolBRop Bentley Comiche/ Comiche I1 Introduction Safety procedures Door trim-To remove and fit Waist rail finisher-to remove and frt Waist rail finisher seals-To renew Door-To remove andfit Door hinges-To remove andfit Door adjustment Window liftmechanism-To remove and fit Door glass unit-To remove andfit Door glass-To removeand fit Front quarterframe assernbly -To remove and fa Front quarterframe glass- To remove and ffi Fence moulding-To remove and fit Door mirror-To remove and fR door latch-To removeand fit Interior door handles-To remove and fit Interior door handles-To set Exterior door handle-To remove andfrt Exterior door handle push button -To set Solenoid assembly-To remove and dismantle Solenoidassembly -To assemble and fit Solenoidassembly-To adjust Private tock-To remove andfit Private lock control rod-To adjust Checkingthe centralized door locking system Continental Section S20 Doors Introduction Prior to commencing work, ensure that a suitably prepared area is available to store any items of trim. etc., that are removed. On completion of any work carried out on the inside of the door and prior t o the fitting of the door trim, ensure that any loose debris, etc., is removed from the bottom of the door. If special torque tightening figures are not specified, setscrews, bolts, etc., should be tightened to the standard figures quoted in Chapter P. ' Safety procedures The adhesive and cleaner referred to in this section are classified as highly flammable. For guidance on their use reference must be made to Section S3. - Door trim To remove and fit (see fig. S20-1) l . Raisethearm rest releasecatch (item l), then lift the arm rest clear of its adjustment slide. 2. Unscrew and remove the arm rest adjustment slide. 3. Using a suitable tool, carefully ease the escutcheon covers (item 2) from both door release handles.centralized door locking switch, and window lift switchIes). Then, unscrew and remove the escutcheons. 4. Remove the seM-tapping screws (item 3) situated along the carpeted area of the door trim. 5. Carefully manoeuvre the trim panel forward to release the two rear retaining brackets (item 4) and remove. 6. To remove the two smaller door trim panels release the exposed countersunk screws (item 5). 7 . If it is necessary to remove the stowage compartmenUcoclctaiIbox assembly proceed as follows. Disconnect the battery. Unclip and tower the lamp (item 6). Release the Lucar connectors and remove the lamp. Release the self-tapping screws (item 7 ) . Then, withdraw the stowage cornpartmentlcocktail box assembly. 8. To fit the door trim reverse Operations 1 to 7 inefusive. Waist rail finisher-To remove and fit (see fig. 520-1) 1. Remove the door trim panel. 2. Loosen the exposed waist rail securing screws (item 81. 3. Remove the two.screws(item 9) from the top of the waistraiI.Then, liftthe waist rail finisher assembly clear of the door. 4. To fit the waist rail finisher reverse the removal procedure. - Waist rail finisher seals To renew (see fig. S20-11 1. Remove the waist rail finisher. 2. The length of rubber seal (item 101 situated towardsthefront ofthe finisher issimplywedged into a retaining channel and can easily be renewed as necessary. 3. To renew the felt strip (itern f l ) glued along the remaining length of the finisher proceed as fallows. Using a suitable tool, remove and discardthefelt strip taking care not to damage the polished surface of the waist rail finisher. Thoroughly clean the bonding surface of the finisher using a cloth moistened with Bostik Cleaner 6001. Apply an even coat of Apollo Adhesive AX2344to the bondingsurfaces of the finisher and the felt strip. Allowiiveminutesfortheadhesivetoeflash'dry-Then, bring the bonding surfaces together using maximum hand pressure. Remove any excess adhesive using a cloth moistened with Bostik Cleaner 6001. - Door To ternwe and fit (see fig. S20-t 1 '1. Disconnect the baftery. 2. Remove the door trim panel. 3. Peel backthe waterproof roverto exposethe door to hinge securing setscrews. 4. Unscrew and remove the carpeted scuttle panel. Then, disconnectthe door loom ptugs and sockets (see inset A). 5. With the help of an assistant, support the door then remove the setscrews and washers (item 121. Note the position and quantity of any spacing shims situated between the door hinges and the door. 6. Carefully remove the door, releasing the loom through the aperture in tb 'A' post panel. 7. To fit the door reverse the removal procedure noting the following. To ensure that the clearances between the door and the body are correct. reference should be made to Door adjustment. - m Door hinges To remove and itsee fig, SZO-l) 1. Remove the door. 2. To facilitate assembly, mark the position of each door hinge in relation to the 'A' post panel. 3. Remove the setscrews and washers {item 131 securingthe hinges to the 'A' post panel. An Allen key and extension bar will be required to remove the setscrews and washers situated inside the 'A' post apertures. 4. Remove the door hinges and stops. 5. To fit the door hinges reverse the removal procedure noting the following. Ensure that the hinge stops are in positionTSD 4700 Fig. S20-1 Door trim and door to body mounting arrangement Torque tighten the hinge securing setscrews as follows. Nm kgfm lbfft Hexagonal headed - 23-34 2.3-3.4 17-25 Allen headed - 23-34 2,3-3,4 17-25 Door adjustment (see fig. S20-1) 7. Disconnect the battery. 2. Remove the door trim panel. 3. Peel backthe waterproof coverto exposethe door to hinge securing setscrews (item 12). 4. Loosenthe setscrews sufficiently to allowthedoor to be moved on its hinges. 5. Release the striker pin lock-nut (see inset B, item 14). Then. unscrew and remove the striker pin and washer. 6. Adjustthe position of the doorwithin the aperture until the clearances are as follows. Poor/front wing panel Doorlsill panel DoorJrearwing panel - 4 mm 10.157 in) - 4mm (0.1 57 in) - 3 mm (0.118 in) 7. When the door is correctly positioned, torque tighten the door to hinge setscrews. 8. Fit the striker pin and washer, then attach the setting piece RH 9779 (item 15). The setting piece ensures that a suitable clearance exists between the end of the striker pin and the latch mechanism. 9. Position the striker pin in the lower outboard corner of theadjustment slot (see inset B).Then,finger tighten the lock-nut. 10. Slowly close the door until the latch is almost touching the striker pin. Screw the pin inwards or outwards until the setting piece (item 15) makes contactwith the back ofthe latch mechanism (see inset B). 11. Openthedoor and removethe striker pin setting piece. 12. Ensure that the door latch claw mechanism is i n the unlocked position. Then, keeping the exterior handle push button fully depressed, move the door into theclosed position i.e. until thedoor panel is flush with the rear wing panel. This operation will set the striker pin in the correct position in relation tothe latch mechanism. 13. Open the door. Using the special toot RH 9778 hold thestriker pin in position and torque tighten the lock-nutto between 27 Nm and 33 Nm (2,s kgf m and 3,3 kgf m; 20 lbf f l and 24 Ibf ft). 14. Prior to dosing the door check that the head of the striker pin does not foul the back of the latch or the claw mechanism. 15. Close the door, noting the following. If thedoor rises or falls on the striker pin, loosen the lock-nut and adjustthevertical position of the pin. If the door does not lie flush with the rear &ing panel, loosen the lock-nut and adjust the inboard/ outboard position of'the pin. On completion. torque tighten the striker pin lock-nutto between 27 Nm and 33 Nrn (2.8 kgf mand 3.3 kgf m; 20 Ibf ft and 24 [Mftl. - Wrndow lift mechanism To remove a d fit {see fig. 520-2) 1. Removethe door trim lsee Doortrim-To remove and fit). 2. Remove the waist rail finisher (see Waist rail finisher To remove and fit). 3. Removethefive countersunksetscrewsfrorn the rearward interior door release handte mounting plate (see fig. S20-3,item 1). Lower the mounting piate assembly to disconnect the release handle from the controt rod and remove. 4. Peel back and removethe waterproof coverfrom the inner door panel. 5. Lowerthe door g lass unit until the window liftto door glass mounting bracket (item 1) is visible through the large aperture in the inner door panel. 6. Disconnect the battery. 7. Disconnectthewindow liftmotor plug and socket (item 2)8. Carefully unhook the tensioning spring (item 3) from the lower door glassguidancedide and allow it to slowly retract. Extremecare must be takento avoid contact withthe very sharp edges ofthe spring during this operation. 9. Unscrew and remove both door glass guidance slides {itern 4). 10. To facilitate assembly, mark the position of the door glass stop (item 5) i n relation to the door glass unit. Then, unscrew and remove the stop. 7 7. Remove the two nuts and washers (item 61 securingthe glass unit to the window lih mechanism. Support the glass unit, then withdraw the two setscrews and spacers. Carefully liftthe glass unit out of the door. 12. Remove the two setscrews, plain washers, and rubber washers (item 7 )securingthe top ofthe window lift mechanism to the inner door panel. 13. Remove the two rubber grommets from the undersideof the door. Release theexposed bolts, nuts, and wasl~ers(item 81, then manoeuvrethe window lift mechanism through the large aperture in the inner door panel. 14. To fit the window lifihechanism, reverse the removal procedure noting the following. Prior t o securing the base of the window lift mechanism to the door, apply a small amount of Retinax 'A'grease, or its equivalent, to the bolts, nuts. and washers (item 8). Apply asrnall amount of Keenomax C3grease.or its equivalent, tothe door glass guidance slidechannel. - - Door glass unit To remove and fit (see fig. 520-21 1. Removethe door trim (see Door trim -To remove and fit). 2. Remove the waist rail finisher (see Waist rail finisher - To remove and fit). 3. Unscrew and remove the stainless steel cover plate from the rear face of the door. 4. Removethefive countersunksetscrewsfromthe rearwardinterior door release handle mounting plate (see fig. S20-3,item 1). Lower the mounting plate TSD 4700 Fig. 520-2 Window l i i mechanism, door glass unit and fittings. and front quarter light frame Fig. S20-3 Door latch, interior release handles, and fittings the car. This avoids the possibility of the plug and socket fouling the window lift mechanism. Door latch - To remove (see fig. 520-3) 1. Removethe door trim (seeDoortrim-To remove and fitl. 2. Remove the waist rail finisher (see Waist rail finisher To remove and fitl. 3. Remove the door glass unit (see Door glass unit To remove and fit). 4. Disconnect the battery. 5. Peel back the waterproof cover from the inner door panel. 6. Disconnect the exposed relay lever link rod (item 2) from the door latch. 7. Disconnect the courtesy lamp micro-switch plug and socket (item 3). 8. Remove the setscrews and washers (item 4) securing the latch to the door panel. 9. Lowerthe latch and disconnect the exterior handle control rod (item5)from the plasticconneetor on the door latch. Note thata number of spacers are fitted to the control rod. 10. Releasethe interior door handle control rodfrom the clips (item 6) situated on the inner door panel. Disconnect the control rod from the forward door release handle (item 7). Then, withdraw the latch1 control rod assembly from the door. 11. If necessary, unscrew and remove the courtesy lamp micro-switch from the latch. - - - Door latch To fit {see fig. S20-31 Reverse the procedure given for removal noting the following. 1. If the courtesy lamp micro-switch has been removed from the latch proceed as follows. Move the claw mechanism of the latch into the 'door closed' position. Looselyfitthe micro-switchassembly to the latch using the screws, nuts, and shakeproof washers. Releasethe claw mechanisminto the'dooropen' position. Then, adjust the position of the switch until the actuator lever is lightlytouching the corner of the switch (see inset A, arrowed). Tighten the securing screws. 2. Placethe latcfi/controlrod assembly into thedoor and connect the controt rod to the forward release handle. Note Wherevercontrot rods have been disconnected, it js importantthat new Fastex bushes are fitted on assembly. This will ensure that the control rods are correctly secured. 3. Fit the exterior handle control rod (item 51, complete with the correct number of spacers, into the plastic connector on the latch. 4. Securethe latch to the door panel using threenew M6 setscrews and washers. Torque tighten the setscrews to between 4,f Nm and 6,1 Nm (0,U kgf m and 0,6 kgf m;3 Ibf ft and4.5Ibf ft).fhistorquefigure must not be exceeded. 5. Connectthe relay lever linkrod (item 2 )to the latch. 6. Ensurethatthe interiordoor handle control rod is secured bythe clips (item6) situated on the inner door panel. 7. To eheckthe operationofthe interior and exterior handles reference should be made to Interior and Exterior handles - To set. - Interior door handles To remove and fit (seefig. 520-31 1. Removethedoortrim IseeDoortrim-To remove and fit). 2. To remove the reaward door release handle proceed as follows. Remove the five countersunk setscrews (item 11 from the release handle mounting plate. Lowerthemounting plateassemblyto disconnect the release handle from the control rod and remove. 3. To remove the forward door release handle proceed as follows. Removethethreescrews. nuts, and washers (item 81. Release the daor handle control rod from the clips situatedon the inner door panel. Then, disconnectthe handle from the control rod. 4. To M the door handles reverse the removal procedure noting the following. For information on the correct setting of the interior daor. handles reference should be made to Interior door handles -To set. - Interior door handles To set {see fig. S20-3) 1. Loosen the screws (item 81 securing both handle bases to the inner door panel. 2. Move the handle bases forward (i.e. away from the latch) until any free play is removed. Check that both release handles return fully against their stops. 3. Move the handle bases further forward, against latch spring pressure, until the correct clearance is achieved between the lever and the tatch body (see inset B). Then, tighten the setscrews securing the handle bases. 4. With the door open, move the claw mechanism of the latch into the 'door closed' position and check the operation of both hadles. Never attempt to close the door with tbe latch mechanism in the 'door c l o d position, or severe damage to the latch may result. - Exterior door handle To remove and fit (see fig. S2041 1. Removethe door trim (see Door trim -To remove and fit). 2. Remove the waist rail finisher (see Waist rail finisher To remove and fit). 3. Remove the door glass unit (see Door glass unit - To remove and fit). 4. Remove the screw and spacer (item I). 5. Support the door handle, then release the three setscrews, washers, and spacers (item 2). Carefully withdraw the handle taking care not to damage the paintwrk. 6. To fitthe exterior door handle reversethe removal procedure noting the foliowing. - -- - TSD 4700 * ' Fig. 520-4 Exterior door handle, solenoid assembly, private lodr unit, and fittings For information on the correct setting of the exteriorl3andle referenceshould be made to, Exkerior door handle push button To set. - EKterior door handle push button -To set (see fig. S2041 1. With the door open, move the claw mechanism of the latch into the 'door closed' position. Mever attempt to dose the door with the mechanism inthis position, or severedamageto the latch may result. 2. Depressthe push button and check that the latch operates correctly. The latch should operate with between 3 mm and 5 mm (0.125 in and 0.200 in) of push button ovenravel. To adjust the push button overtravel, it will be necessary to Lower the door latch and amend the number of spacers on the exterior handle control rod (item 3).Refer to Door latch To remove. - - Solenoid assembly To remave and dismantle (see fig. S 2 0 4 1. Removethedoor trim (seeDoortrim-To remove and fit). 2. Removethefive countersunks~screwsfrom the rearward interior door releasehandle mounting plate (seefig. S20-3, item 1). Lower the mounting plate assembly t o disconnect the release handle from the control rod and remove. 3. Peel back the waterproof cover from the inner door panel. 4. Fully raise the door glass, then disconnect the battev. 5. Disconnect the plugs and sockets (item 41 from the solenoids and microswitches. 6. Disconnect the relay lever link rod {item 5) from the door latch. 7. Disconnect the private lock control rod (item 6) from the solenoid assembly. 8. Removethethree setscrews and washers (item7 ) securing the solenoid assembty t o the inner door panel. Then, carefully manoeuvre the assembly clear of the door. 9. If it is necessarytoreplace asolenoid proceedas follows. Remove the circlips and nylon washers (item 8). Withdraw the tie piece Iitern 9) and drive lever (item 1OhThen, undip and removethe plastic solenoid cover. Disconnect the solenoid leads from the terminal block (item 11). Unscrew and removethe solenoid/connectinglink assemblyfrom the base plate.Thesolenoids can then be separated from the connecting link by removing the roll pins (item 12). - Solenoid assembly To assemble and f i (see fig. S2041 1. Prior to fitting the solenoid/connecting link assembly to the base plate ensure that two nylon spacers (item 13) are in position onthe mounting shaft. 2. Looselyfit the soienoidlconneaing link assembly to the base plate. Align the solenoids to give unrestricted movement of the connecting link, then tighten ?hesolenoid securing screws. Check that the self-centring spring (item 141 is f i e d correctly. 3. Connectthesolenoid leads tothe terminal block, then press the solenoid cover in position. 4. Fitthedrive lever and tie piece, then secure using circIips and nylon washers. 5. To fit the solenoid assembly t o the door reverse the removal procedure, Operations 1 to 8 inclusive, noting that wherever controlllink rods have been disconnected it is important that new Fastex bushes are f i e d on assembly. To set the position of the solenoid assembly in the door, reference should be made to Solenoid assembly To adjust. - - Solenoid assembly To adjust (see fig. S20-4) 1. Loosen the three setscrews {item 7)securing the solenoid assembly to the inner door panel. 2. Disconnect the relay lever link rod [item 5) from the door latch lever. 3. Pressthedoor latch leverdown into the unlocked position. 4. Move the relay lever {item 15) down sufficiently to take up any free play. 5. Adjust the height of the solenoid assembly until the relay lever link rod (item5) atignswiththe hole in the door latch lever. Tighten the solenoid assembly securing setscrews. 6. Conneathe relay lever link rod to the door latch, notingthat wherever link rods have been disconnected it is important that new Fastex bushes are fitted on assembly. Private lock -To remove (see fig. 520-4) 1. Removethedoortrim (see Daortrim -To remove and fit). 2. Remove the waist rail iinisher (see Waist rail finisher - To remove and fit). 3. Remove the door glass unit (see Door glass unit - To remove and fit). 4. Removethe balancelever retaining nut (item t6), noting the position and quantity of any spacing washers. Manoeuvrethe balanceleverand control rod assembly clear of the private lock. 5. Remove the large nut and spacer (item 17) securing the private tock to the door, then withdraw the lock. - Private lock To ffi (see fig. S2041 Reverse the procedure given for removal noting the following. 1. Priorto assembly, apply Keenomax C3 waterproof grease, or its equivalent, tothe private lock spacer. Fit the spacerwith the drain slotsfacing towards the outer door panel. 2. Ensurethatthe key slot is vertical-then securethe private lockand spacer to the door usingthe large nut. 3. Attach the balance levertcon'trolrod assembly and spacing washers. 4. Check that the door locks and unlocks smoothly. If adjustment is necessary, referenceshould be made to Private lock control rod To adjust. - Private lock control rod -To adjust (see fig. 520-41 1. Set the private lock key slot vertical, then remove the key. 2. Disconnect the private lock control rod (item 6) from the transfer lever. 3. Move the transfer lever (item 18) down until it comes into contact with the peg (arrowed). Ensurethat the remaining levers do not move. 4. f urn the private lock control md,either clockwise or anti-clockwise, until the rod alignswiththe hole in thetransfer lever. Wthere aretwo holes in the transfer lever, align the control rod with the inner hole. 5. Connect the control rod to the transfer lever, noting that wherever rods have been disconnected it is important that new Fastex bushes are f i e d on assembly. 6. Check that the door locks and unlocks smoothly when operated by the key. Ensurethat theextra force requiredto activatethe micro-switchesisequal in both the lock and unlock direction. Operation of the microswitches can be identified by listening for the 'click' as they activate. Checking the centralized door locking system Door closed. switch depressed. Door closed. Lower portion of the Door cannot be opened from the interior handles or the exterior push button until theupper portion ofthe centralized door lockingswitch is depressed. centralized door locking switch depressed. Door lock self-cancels when the door is closed (exterior push button not depressed). Door open. Lower portion of the centralized door locking switch depressed. Door remainslocked when the door is closed {exterior push button depressed). Dooropen or closed. Lower portion of the centralized door locking switch depressed. 'l ' I Both doorsand luggage companment Lock. Luggage compartment will unLockonlyif the selectors~itch situated in the facia stowage compactment is in the AUTO position. Upper portion of the centralized door locking switch depressed. ir Turn key (towards rear of car) to lock position. Door locks. Turn key further against spring pressure. Both doors and luggage compartment lock. I Turn key {towardsfront of Doorunlocks. car) to unlock position. Turn key further against spring pressure. 1 I Both doors unlock. Luggagecompartment wilt unlockonly ifrhe selector switch situated in the facia stowage compartment is in the Section S21 Rear quarter Pages Contents RolkRoyee Bentley Comichs/ Continental C o m i li Introduction .S21-3 S21-3 Safety p r o c e d m S21 -3 S21-3 Waist rail finisher. 'BC post trim, and side arm rest'trim.- To remo\rcr and lit 521-3 S21-3 S21-5 S21-5 Rear quarter window lift mechanism and gLss fram assembly To r e m w e . d . f i t s21-5 s2.1-5 Rear quarter hmsto dwr frame seal - TO renew S21-5 S21-5 S21-5 S21-5 S21-5 S21-5 S21,-5 S23 -5 Waist rail finisher seal L - To renew - - Quarter glass unit To remove and M Quarter glass - To r e m m .andfit Fence moulding -.Ta remove and.fitI. - Section S21 -W+ Rear quarter Introduction Prior to commencing work ensure that a suitably prepared area is available to store any items of trim. etc., that are removed. Safety procedurw The adhesives and cleaner referred to in this section are classified as highiy flammable. For guidance on their use reference must be made to Section S3. Waist rail finisher, 'BC post trim, and side arm rest To remove and fit (seefig. S21 -1 ) 1. Remove the screws and cup washers (item 11. Then. trim - Rg. S21-1 Rearquartertrim carefully lift off the waist rail finisher and trim rolI assembly. 2. To remove the 'BC' post trim panel proceed as follows. Carefully prise the plastic cover (item 2) from the lower seat beR anchorage bolt. Remove the bof and allow the belt to carefully retract. Turn back the floor carpet, then remove the exposed screw and washer (item 3). Remove the two screws and cup washers (item 4) securing the top of the 'BC' post trim panel. Carefully remove the trim panel, noting that the rear of the panel is secured by Velcro fasteners (item 5)- Fig. S21-2 Window lift mechanism and quarter glass assembly 3. To remove the side arm rest trim proceed as follows. Disconnect the batteryRemove the rear seat cushion and squab assembly (see Section 527). Lift the rear of the arm rest trim {item 6 ) clear of the hoodwell. Ease the trim forward to gain access t o the rear of the window lift and interior lamp switches, lamp, and cigar lighter. In view of the numerous connections. it is advisable t o label each one as it is disconnectedRemwe the side arm rest trim. 4. To fit the trim panels reverse the removal procedure. - Waist rail finisher seal To renew [seefig. S21 -1 ) 1. Remove the screws and cup washers (item 1). Then, carefully lift off the waist rail finisher and trim roll assembly. 2. To renew the felt sealing strip (item 71 proceed as foHow. Using a suitable tool, remove and discard the glued felt strip taking care not t o damage the polished surface of the waist rail finisher. Thoroughly dean the bonding surface of the finisher using a cloth moistened with Bostik Cleaner 6001. Apply an even coat of Apollo Adhesive m 3 4 4 t o the bonding surFaces of the finisher and the felt strip. Atlow five minutes for the adhesive to 'flash' dry. Then, bring the bonding surfaces together using maximum hand pressure. Remwe any excess adhesive using a cloth moistened with Bostik Cleaner 6001. - Flear quarter window lift mechanism and glass frame assembly To remove and fit [see fig. S21-2) 1 Partly raise the rear quarter window, then disconnect the battery. 2. Remove the rear quarter trim {see Waist rail finisher, 'BC' post trim, and side a n rest - To remove]. 3. Peel back and remove the waterproof covering from the window lift mechanism. 4. Unscrew and remove the strengthening plate (item 1). 5. Disconnect the window liftmotor plug and socket (item 2). 6. Retease the upper and Jower fixings (item 3) securing the rear quarter assembly t o the body. Then, carefully lift the assembly clear. 7. To fit the window lift mechanism and glass frame assembly reverse the removal procedure. . - Rear quarter frame to door frame seal To renew (see fig. S21-21 1. Remove the quarter window lift and glass frame assembly {see Rear quarter window lift mechanism and glass frame assembly - To remove and fit). 2. To renew the seal [item 4) proceed as follows. Using a suitable tool. remove and discard the glued seal taking care not to damage the polished surface of 'the quarter frame. Thoroughly clean the bonding surface of the quarter frame using a cloth moistened with Bostik Cleaner 6001. Apply an wen coat of Bostik Adhesive 1261 to the bonding surfaces of the quarter frame and seat. Allow between 1O and 15 minutes for the adhesive to 'flash' dry. Then, bring the bonding surfaces together using maximum hand pressure. Remove any excess adhesive using a cloth moistened with Bostik Cleaner 600t. Quarter glass unit - To remove and M {seefig. S21-2) 1. Remove the quarter window 6ft and glass frame assembly (see Rear quarter window lift mechanism and glass frame assembly To remove and fit]. 2. To facilitate assembly, mark the position of the quarter gtass stops (item 5). Unscrew and remove the - stops. 3. Unscrew and remove the glass guidance slides (item 6). Remove the two nuts and washers securing the glass unit t o the window lift mechanism (item7). 4. Withdraw the setscrews and spacers, then lift the glass unit clear of the mechanism. 5. To fit the glass unit reverse the removal procedure. - Quarter gtass To remove and fit (see fig. S21-2) 1. Remove the quarter glass unit from the window lift mechanism (see Quaner glass unit To remove and fit). 2. Remove the setscrews (item 8). Then, withdraw the glass support mounting bracket. 3. Carefully slide the gtass out of the frame. 4. Inspect the glass sealing rubbers and renew if necessary. 5. To fit the glass reverse the removal procedure noting the foflowing. Ifthe original glass is to be fitted ensure that all traces of sealing compound are removed using a cloth moistened with Bostik Cleaner 6001. Prior to fitting the glass. apply a continuous bead of Seelastik into the frame channels and glass support mounting bracket. If new glass sealing rubbers have been fined any excess rubber should be trimmed flush with the frame channels using a sharp knife. - - Fence moulding To remove and fit (see fig. S21-2) 1 . Remove the rear quarter trim (see Waist rail finisher, 'BC' post trim, and side arm rest trim - To remove). 2. Remove the quarter window lift and glass frame assembly (see Rear quarter window lift mechanism and glass frame assembly - To remove). 3. Peel back the felt strip t o expose the fence moulding t o body securing screws (item 9). Release the self-tapping screws and carsfulfy remove the fence moulding taking care not to damage the paintwork. 4. Inspect the felt strip and the fence moulding seal. Renew ifnsmssary. 5. To fit the fence moulding reverse the procedure given far removal. TSD 4700 S21 -5 Section S22 Bonnet Contents Pages RollaRoyce Comiche/ Comiche II Introduction - Bonnet To remwe and fit Bonnet hinges - To remove and fit - Bonnet catch mechanism To remove and fit - Bonnet dwke cable To renew Bonnet seals - To renew Bonnet pads f a r e m m and fit Section S22 Bonnet Introduction Prior t o commencing work. ensure that a suitably prepared area is available to store any items of trim. etc.. that are removed. If special toque tightening figures are not specified. setscrews, bolts, etc., should be tightened to the standard figures quoted in Chapter P. - Bonnet To remove (see fig. S22-1) l . Disconnect the battery. 2. Raise the bonnet. Disconnect the bonnet lamp loom plug and socket (item 1). 4. Cut and discard the plastic cable ties (item 2) securing the bonnet lamp loom t o the left-hand hinge. 5. Unscrew and release the earth bonding strap (item 3). 6. To facilitate assembly, mark the position of each hinge in relation t o the bonnet. 7. With the help of an assistant. support the bonnet and remove the setscrews and washers {item 4). Remove the bonnet. 3. Bonnet - T o fit (see fig. SZ2-1) Reverse the procedure g ivsn for removal noting the following. 1. Prior to tightening the bonnet securing setscrews, align the marks made during removal. 2. Check that the bonnet to body clearances are equal and that the bonnet opens and closes without difficulty. If necessary. adjust the position of the catch plates situated on the bonnet. 3. Ensure that the bonnet locating pegs align with their respective rubber bushes situated on the bulkhead {see fig. 522-2, item l1. 4. On WE w n f b n g to a North American speeifiication, check that the protrusions on the bonnet retention brackets align with their respective holes in the brackets situated on the bulkhead. - Bonnet hinges To remove and fit (seefig. S22- 1) 1. Remove the bonnet (see Bonnet - To remove). 2. Reiease the clip (item 5 ) securing the coolant hose to the left-hand hinge. 3. To facilitate assembly, mark the position of each hinge in relation to the body. 4. Release the two setscrews and washers securing each hinge (item 6).Remove the hinges. 5. To fit the hinges reverse the procedure given for removal. - Bonnet catch mechanism To remove and fit (see fig. S22-2) 1. Raise the bonnet. 2. Carefully move the countershaft (item 2) into the Rg. S22-1 Bonnet and hinge mounting arrangement 'bonnet closed' position, and remove the springs (item 3). 3. Unclip and straighten the looped end of the bonnet release cable. Loosen the grub screw (item 4) and release the cable from the retainer. 4. To facilitate assembly, mark the position of each guide plate (item 5) in relation to its mounting bracket. 5. Remove the guide plate securing setscrews and washers. Note the position of any suppressors that may be secured under the setscrews. 6. Carefulty remove the countershaft and guide ptates assembly. 7, To fit the catch mechanism, reverse the removal procedurenoting the following. Prior t o tightening the countewhaft securing setscrews align the guide plates with the marks made during removal. Check that the countershaft is located in the support bracket (item 6). Do not attempt to close the bonnet until the release cable has been fitted and set (see Bonnet release cable To renew). - - Bonnet release cable To renew (see fig. S22-21 1. Raise the bonnet. 2. Unclip and straighten the looped end of the bonnet TSb 4700 S22-3 Fig. S22-2 Bonnet release mechanism release cable. Loosen the grub screw litern 4) and release the cable from the retainer. 3. Remove the screws and washers (item 7) and lower the parking brake trim panel. Rel'ease the Lucar connectors from the footwell lamp (item 8) and remove the panel. 4- Completely withdraw the bonnet release cable, pulling it through the pivot on the release handle. 5. Lightly smear the new cable with Rocot MTS 1000 grease,or its equivalent. Carefully feed the cable into position through the release handle pivot and outer sheath. 6. Place a length of 6.35 mm (0.250 in) diameter bar in the guide plate. Then, carefully move the countershaft Fig. S22-3 Bonnet pads into the 'bonnet closed' position (see inset). 7. Thread the release cable through the retainer in the countershaft until the nipple end of the cable fits into the pivot on the release handle. Then, tighten the grub screw. 8. Check that there is between 1,6 mm and 4.8 mm (0.062 in and 0.1 87 in) of free movement in the release handle (see inset). This movement is measured from the handle resting on its rubber stop to the point when it begins to operate the countershaft. tf necessary. loosen the grub screw and adjust the cable. 9. Loop the excess cable and clip into position approximately 38 mm 11.50 in)from the retainer. 1 0. Remove the length of bar from the guide plate and operate the bonnet release lever. Check that the countershaft moves into the 'bonnet open' position, and that the release handle returns t o its stop when released. 1 1. Checkthat the bonnet opens and closes without difficulty. 2. To ensure the correct retention of the bonnet pads it is recommended to fit new drive fasteners on assembly. - Bonnet seals To renew 1. The bannet seals are simply a push-on fit over the sccrttle panel and front wing flanges and can easily be renewed as necessary, taking care not to damage the paintwork Bonnet pads - To remove and fit (see fig. 522-3) 1. Each bonnet pad is held in position by a number of plastic drive fasteners {item 1 ). To remove a bonnet pad, simply prise out the drive fasteners taking care nor to damage the paintwork 10187 TSO 4700 S22-5 Section S23 Luggage compament lid Contents Pages Roll*Royce Comiche/ Comiche II Luggage compartment lid - To remove and M - Hinges To &mwe and fi Latch mechanism - To remwe and fit Loek mechanism - To assemble Lock mechanism To remove and dismantle and fit Handle and private l& push button assembly To r e m m and dismantle - Handle ancl private lock push To assemble btrtton assembly and fit - Bentley Continental Section S23 -F Luggage compartment lid Introduction Prior to commencing work. ensure that a suitably prepared area is available to store any items of trim, etc.. that are removed. If special torque tightening figures are not specified, setscrews. bolts. etc., should be tightened to the standard figures quoted in Chapter P. - Luggage compartment lid To remove {see fig. S23-1) 1. Disconnect the battery. 2. Unscrew and r e m m the hinge cover trim (item 1). 3. To gain access to the luggage compartment lid loom connector it will be necessaryto remove the front trim panel as follows. Unclip and remove the luggage compartment floor carpet. Remove the battery master switch knob (item 2)by releasing the centre screw. ring nut. and instruction plate. Unscrew and removethe side trim panel (item 3). Remove the screws (item 4) from the hinged tool cover. Release the fastener and carefully remove the tool cover. Withdraw the containers of mineral oil. Remove the front trim panel securing screws and cup washers (item 51. Ease the trim panel fonvard t o gain access to the rear of the interior lamp and centralized door locking switch (item 61. Release the exposed Lucar connectors. noting the colour and position of the leads to ensure correct assembly. Then, remove the front trim panel. 4. Cut and discard the cable ties {item 7) securing the electrical loom to the right-hand Luggage compartment lid hinge. 5. Disconnect the loom plug and socket (item 8).Then. manoeuvre the loom dear of the hinge mounting area. Fig. S23-l Luggage compartment lid trim and hinge mounting arrangement Fig. S23-2 Luggage compartment lock mechanism 6. To facilitate assembly. mark the position ofeach hinge in relation to the luggage compartment lid. 7. With the help of an assistant, support the luggage compartment lid and remove the setscrews and washers (item 9). Note the position and quantity of any shims situated between the hinges and the luggage compartment lid. Remove the lid. Luggage compartment lid - To fit (see fig. S23-1) Reverse the procedure given for removal noting the following. 1. Prior to tightening the luggage compartment lid securing setscrews align the marks made during removal. 2. Using a pencil. mark the position of the latch striker (item 10). Release the securing setscrews and washers, then remove the latch striker. 3. Carefulty close the luggage compartment lid and checkthat the clearances between the [idand the body are equal. If necessary, adjust the position of the lid then tighten the securing setscrews. 4. Fit the latch striker, aligning the marks made during removal. Check that the lid can be opened and closed without difficulty. Ensure that the lid lies flush with the rear wing panels when closed. If necessary, adjust the vertical position of the striker. 5. Check that the luggage compartment lock and unlock solenoids. centralized door locking switch, high mounted stop lamp (iffitted), and the interior lamp are all operating correcily. - Hinges To remove and fit (see fig. 523-1 ) 1. Remove the luggage compartmerjt lid (see Luggage compartment lid -To remove). 2. Release the Lucar connectors from the luggage compartment interior tamp switch situated on the righthand hinge. 3. Remove the hinge support bracket securing bolts, nuts, and washers (item 1l). 4. Release the setscrews and washers (item 12). Remove the hinges. noting the position and quantity of any shims siruated between the hinges and the body. 5. To fit the hinges reverse the removal procedure. - tatch mechanism To remove and frt (seefig. S23-2) 1. Using a pencil, mark the position of the latch mechanism (item 1) in relation to the stainless steel access plate. 2. Support the latch mechanism, then remove the four securing screws and washers. Withdraw the latch mechanism and finishers. Note the position and quantity 1 0187 of any shims situated between the latch and the access plate. 3. To fit the latch mechanism reverse the removal pdure- separated from the push button unit by removing the retaining swews (item '12). - lack mechanism To remove and dismantle Handle and private lock push button assembly To 8aiemble and fit (see fig. S23-2) Reverse the procedure given for removal noting the (seefig. S23-2) following. - 1. Disconnectthe battery. 2. Unscrew and remove the hinge cwer trim and the luggage compartment lid inner trim panel. 3. Remove the latch mechanism and stainless steel access plate (seek t c h mechanism - To remove and fit). 4.' Disconnect the electrical leadsfrom the lock and unlock solenoids at the terminat btock (item 2). Natethe position of the leads to ensure correct assembly. 5. Remove the four setscrews and washers (item 3). Carefully manoeuvre the lock mechanism clear of the private lock contactor plate (item 4) and withdraw it from the luggage compartment lid. 6. To remove the solenoids from the mounting bracket proceed as follows. Disengage the solenoid operating rods from the plastic bushes in the pivat lever [item 5). Remwe the screws and spring washers (item 6) then withdraw the solenoid assembiies. The solenoid plungers can be separated from the operating rods by removing the roll pins. , - Lock mechanism To assemble and fit (seefig. 523-2) Reverse the procedure given for removal noting the following. 1. Loosely fasten the tock afidunlock solenoids to the mounting bracket and align to give unrestricted movement of the pivot lever. Tighten the securing screws. 2. Manoeuvre the lock mechanism into position ensuring that the pin on the pivot lever engages with the slot in the contactor plate (item4). 3. Apply a small amount of Keenomax C3 waterproof grease, or its equivalent, to the pivot points on the lock mechanism. 4. Check that the lock and unlock solenoids are operating correctly. - Handle and private lock push button assembty To remove and dismantle [seefig. S23-2) 1. Disconnect the battery. 2. Remove the latch mechanism and stainless steel access plate (see Latch mechanism To remove and fit). 3. Release the nut and washer sewring the contactor plate {itern4) to the private lock unit Manoeuvrethe contactor plate clear of the lock mechanism pivot lever (item S)and remwe. 4. Remove the nuts and washers (item 7) securing each end of the handle. 5. Support the private lock guide bracket (item 8). Then, remove the nuts and washers (item 9) also the clamping plate (item 10).Whilst holding the guide bracket in position on the private lock unit, carefully withdraw the handle/primte lock assembly. 6. If necessary, the private lock barrel {item 1 11 can be - 1. To prevent possible water ingress. it is advisable to renewthe rubber sealing rings (item 13) prior tofitting the handle. 2. Fit the handle assembly, ensuring that the slot in the contactor plate [item 4) engages with the pin on the tock mechanism pivot lever. 3. Apply a sna H amount of Keenomax C3 waterproof grease, or its equivalent, to the private I=k guide bracket spring. 4. Prior t o closing the luggage compartment lid, depress the private lock push button checking that it operates smoothly in both the lock and unlock positions. Section S24 Windscreen Pages Ro4b-e Contents Comiche/ Corniche I1 Bentley Continental Introduction S243 S24-3 Safety procedures S24-3 S24-3 Windscreen - To mmwe S24-3 S263 ~24-4 S24-4 - Windscreen .TOfit Section S24 Windscreen Introduction Prior to commencing work ensure that a suitably prepared area is available to store any items of trim. etc., that are removed. Safety procedures The cleaners referred to in this section are classified as highly flammable. For guidance on their use reference must be made to Section 53. - Windscreen To remove 1. To lower the power operated hood proceed as follows. Fig. S24-1 Windscreen interior trim Apply the parking brake and ensure that the gear range selector Iewr is in the park position. Switch on the ignition. Fully release the two Ilood securing catches situated underneath the sun visors. Depress the h w d operating switch. situated on the centre console, hotding it down until the hood has fully lowered. 2. Switch off the ignition and disconnect the battery. 3. Raise the bonnet. 4. Protect any exposed paintwork in the vicinity of the windscreen with clean fett or a similar material. 5. To remove the windscreen wiper arm assemblies proceed as follows referring to figure S24-1. Unclip the plastic ewers and remwe the wiper arm securing nuts (item 1). Using extractor tool RH 9623 mrefvlly rernwe each wiper arm assembly. 6. To remwe the sun visors proceed as follows referring to figure S24-1. R e m m the four screws and cup washers (item 2), end withdraw the sun visar centre trim panel. Mote that on cars fitted with a cellular telephone a microphone is mounted behind the panel. Release the inboard end of each sun visor spindle by removing the exposed nuts and bolts (item 3). Remove each sun visor in turn by pulling the outboard end of the spindle clear of the nylon bush (item 4) mounted behind the side header trim. 7. Unscrew and remwe the hood securing catches and polished finishers (item S). 8. Unclip and remove the side header trim panels (item 6). 9. Unscrew and remove the interior rear view mirror. 10. Remove the self-tapping screws @tern7) and tower the centre header trim panel. 11. Lift the 'A' post trim panels (item 8) to disengage the rear retaining clips and remove. Remove the top roll and demister panel (see Section S29). 12. On cars conforming to a North Arnetbn speai7catian, remove the self-tapping screws, &screws, and washers securing the windscreen finisher redention plates to the body {see fig. 524-2, item l). p~ fig. 524-2 Windscreen removal 13. From adside the car. carefully undip the trim pieces (item 2 ) covering the windscreen finisher joints. 14. Using a flat bladed tool, carefully ease each half of the windscreen finisher from the moulded -1. 15. From inside the car. ease the lip of the seal over the body aperture flange (see fig. 524-2, inset A). A small steel rule or a similar t-l will assist during this operation. Start in the top corners and work towards the centre, sirnubneousiy applying pressure to the glass. An assistant will be required to support the glass/seal assembly as it is pushed out of the aperture. Avoid sharp blows as this may damage the glass or paintwork A steady pressure is all that is required. 16. Rest the removed glasslseal assembly, external suhce uppermost, onto a suitably prepared work surface. Remove the seal from the glass. - Windsmen To fit 1. Using a plastic or wooden scraper, remove all traces of sealing compound from the windscreen aperture flange. Thoroughly clean the flange area using a cloth moistened with Genklene. Extreme care must be taken to prevent Genklsne coming into contact with finished paintwork 2. If the original windscreen aodfor seal is to be fitted ensure that all traces of sealing compound are removed using a doth moistened with Bostik Cleaner 6001. The seal should be examined closely for any sign of damage. If in doubt always fit a new seal. On cars cvnforming to a Nwth Amwican fig. 524-3 Position of cord and sealing arrangement spsdicarion, it will be necessary to make four cuts in the new seal t o accept the windscreen finisher retention plates. 3. Apply a small amount of Palm Grease. or its equivalent. to the base of the windscreen finisher i.e. the section of the finisher that fits into the moulded seal. Press each half of the finisher into the seal. Check that a gap of between 3.2 mm and 4,8 mm (0.125 in and 0.187 in) exists between each half of the finisher (see fig. S24-3). 4. Clip the trim pieces into position. covering the windscreen finisher joints. 5. Turn the windscreen over so that the internal surface is uppermost. Thread a length of cord around the inside lip of the seal (see fig. S24-3). Leave a loop in the cord at the bottom of the windscreen and overlap the two ends of the cord at the top. Secure the loose ends of the cord t o the glass with masking tape. 6. Using a sealant cartridge gun, run a continuous 6 mm (0.250 in) diameter bead of Arbomast Autograde Sealant or Seelastik around the windscreen aperture fiange. On cars conforming to e North American specifi~tion,apply an additional bead of sealant over each retention plate slot in the top and bmom of the aperture flange. 7. With the help of an assistant. position the glass/ seal/finisher assembly with the lower edge seated in the aperture. On cars mnformng to a North Ammencan spm%wtiuo, align the windscreen finisher retention plates with their respective slots in the aperture Range. Then, using a rubber mallet, apply several sharp blows around the seallfinisher area starting in the centre of the upper edge. The windscreen should then be seated inside the aperture. 8. From inside the a r , remove the masking tape securing the cord, 9. With an assistant applying steady pressure to the exterior of the glass, carefully pull the looped cord at the bottom of the windscreen so that the seal is drawn over the aperture flange. Pull the cord alternately to the * Rg. 524-4 Applying sealant between the seal and the glass right and left. along the bottom of the windscreen and half-way up each side. Similarly. pull each end of the cord along the top of the windscreen until the cord is completely remwed. Ensure that the seal is fitted over the flange at all points around the aperture. 10. From outside the car, check that the seallfinisher is seared flush against the body. If necessary, apply further pressure with a rubber mallet. l 7 . On cars conforming to a Narth Ameriwn specification, align the holes in the windscreen finisher retention plates with the holes in the body and secure using the self-tapping screws, setscrews, and washers. 12. Frorn outside the car. carefully ease back the seal and insert the norrie of a sealant cartridge gun between the seal and the glass- Then. apply a continuous bead of Arbomast Autograde Sealant or Seelastik into the glass channel (see fig- S24-4). 13. Remove any excess sealant from the interior and exterior of the windscreen using a cloth moistened with Bostik Cleaner 6001. 14. Test the w i n d m n for iwks by applying water under pressure. If the sealing is satisfactory, fit the top roll and windscreen trim by reversing the remoml procedure. Section S25 Bumpers Contents Pages Rolls-Royce Bentley Comiche/ Conhental Comiche II Introduction Front bumper assembly -To remove and fit Front bumper.assembly -To dismantle and assemble Rear bumperassembly -Toremove and M Rear bumper assembly -To dismantleand assemble Bumper height-To check Section S25 Bumpers Introduction Each bumper assembly is constructedaround an aluminium beam. A polished stainless steel finisher coversthe upper surface ofthe beam. Moulded rubber sectionssecuredt o the front face of the beam abut with side mouldingsto completethe assembly. Fig. S25-? Fmnt bumper assembly A 178 mm-779 mm (7.0 in-7.050 in) Each bumper assembly issecured to the body by two mounting units. Theouter end of each unit houses an adapterwhich is bolted, via a meta lastik bush, to thealuminium beam. The inner ends of the units are boltedthrough the longeronsat the front and rear of the car. On cars conforming to a North American specification; also cars conforming toa 1989model year Middle East specification, the mounting units are energy absorbing. Prior to commencing work, a suitably prepared area should be made available where work can be carried out on a removed bumper assembly. Care must betakento avoid damagingthe painted s u h e e of the rubber mouldings andthe polishedsurface of the bumper finisher during the removal and dismantling operations. Front bumper assembly-To removeand fit (seefig. S25-'1) 1. If bumper mountedfog lamps arefitted proceed asfollows. Disconnectthe battery. Locate and releasethe electrical connectors (item 1l. Then, manoeuvrethe fog lamp looms clear of the lower body panel. 2. Withdrawthe air conditioning ambientsensor (item2 )and the icewarningsensor, iffitted, titern 3) from their mounting blockssituated on the bumper beam. Secure thesensor leads safely untilthe bumper is refitted. 3. With the help of an assistant. supportthe bumper and removethe boltsand washers (item41. Carefully withdrawthe bumper assembly, noting the position and quantity of the spacing washers situated between the mounting unit adaptersand the bumper beam. 4. If it is necessaryto remove the bumper mounting unitsfrom the longerons proceed as follows. Removethe front wing undersheets(seeSection S261. To gain access to the bolts securingthe right-hand mounting unit it will be necessawto remove the oil cooler matrix (referto Chapter E). Removetheboltsand washerr litem 51, noting that the horns mounting bracket is positioned underneath one of the bolts securingthe Left-hand mounting unit. Withdraw the mounting units and aperture seals. 5. To set the length of the energy absorbing mounting units on cars conforming to a North American specification; also cars conforming to a f989model year MiddleEast specification, proceed as follows. The length of the unit is measuredfrornthe centre of the adapter to the centre of the outer securing bolt hole (see dimension A). To adjust the tength ofthe unit, turn the piston rod adjusting nut (item6) clockwise or anti-clockwise. When the length of the unit has been set, apply a small amount of Casco MLF 13 thread locking compound to the adjusting nut. Apply silieonegrease to the exposed threaded section of the piston rod. and protecttheouter surface of the absorption unit with a light ail or grease. 6. To fit the bumper assembly reverse the removal procedure noting thefotlowing. Pack the ambient sensor and ice warning sensor mounting blocks with silicone grease, then slide the sensors into position. Frorrt bumperassembly-To dismantle (seefig. S2511 1. Removethe bumper assernbiy (see Front bumper assembly -To remove and fit). 2. Removethe screws, nuts, and washers (item7 ) securing the number plate mounting bracket. 3. Releasethenutsand washerr (item 8) and remove the side mouldings. 4. Release thenutsand washers (item 9) and remove the front mouldings. 5. To remove the polishedbumperfinisher, it will be necessarytodrill out the exposed pop rivets (item 10)Front bumper assembly-To assemble (seefig. S251 1 Reversethe dismantling procedurenoting the following. 1. Priorto fitting the bumper finisher, apply Keenomax C3grease. or its equivatent, to the securing rivets (item 101. Also,apply Tectyl175corrosion prevention material, or its equivalent, to the areas of the aluminium beamthat will come into contact with the stainless steel finisher-This wi ll prevent corrosion caused by the contact of dissimilar metals. 2. Similarly, apply Keenomax C3 grease, or its equivalent, between the securing screws and washers (items7, &and9) andthealuminium beam. - Rear bumper assembly To remove and fit (seefig. S25-2) 1. With the helpof an assistant, support the bumper and removethe bolts, nuts, and washers (item 1) securingthe mountingunitsto the longerons. Note than an exhaust mounting bracket is positioned underneath the botts securing the right-hand side mounting unit. 2. Withdrawthe bumper slightly to disengage the side moulding retaining brackets, iffRTed, (item 2). Then, remove the bumper assembly and aperture sea Is. 3. To fit the bumper assembly reverse the removal procedure noting thefollowing. If retaining brackets litem 2)arefirted, ensure that the side mouldings are correctly secured. Ensure that the exhaust mounting bracket is replaced underneaththe bolts securing the right-hand side mounting unit. Rear bumper assembly-To d i s m a d e (see fig. 525-2) l . Removethebumper assembly (see Rear bumper assernbly -T o remove and fit). 2. Releasethe bolts and washers (item 3).Then, remove the mounting units noting the position and quantity of the spacing washers situated betweenthe adaptersand the beam. 3. Releasethe nutsand washers (item 4) and remove the side mouldings. 4. Releasethe nutsand washers (item 5 ) and remove the front moulding. 5. To remove the polished bumperfinisher. it will be necessaryto drill outthe exposed pop rivets (item 6). Rear bumper assembly -To assemble (see fig. 5252) Reverse thedismantling procedure notingthe following. 1. Priortofitting the bumperfinisher, apply Keenomax C3 grease, or its equivalent, to the securing rivets (itern6). Also, apply Tectyl175 corrosion prevention material, or its equivalent,to the areas of the aluminium beam that wit1come into contactwith the stainless steel finisher. This will prevent corrosion caused by the contact of dissimilar metals. 2. Similarly, apply Keenomax C3 grease, or its equivalent, betweenthe mild steel retaining washers (items4 and 5)and the aluminium beam. 3. To set the length of theenergy absorbing mounting units on cars confatming to a North American specification; also carsconforming to a 1989 model year Middle East specification,proceed as follows. The length of the unit is measuredfmm thecentre of the adapter to the centre of the outer securing bolt hole (seedimensionAl. To adjustthe length of the unit, turn the piston rod adjusting nut (item7 )clockwiseor anti-clockwise. When the length of the unit has been set, apply a small amount of Casco MLF '13threadlocking compoundto the adjusting nut. Apply silicone grease to the exposed threaded section of the piston rod, and protectthe outer surFace of the absorption unit with a light oil orgrease. - Bumperheight To check {seefig. S25-31 1. Positionthecaronalevelsurface. 2. Ensurethatthe tyresare inflatedto the correct pressures (refer to Chapter R). 3. Priorto measuring the bumper height, prepare the car by adopting either ofthefollowing procedures. a. Fillthe fuel tank. b. Placethegear range selector lever in the park position and switch on the ignition. Ifthe low fuel warning panel illuminates, add 77 kg (170 Ib) of ballast to the luggagecompartment-Thebaliastshould be positionedas close as possibleto the fuel tanktrim panel. If the lowfuel warning panelfailsto illuminate, Fig. S25-2 Rear bumper assembly A f95mm - 196 mm 17.680 in -7.730 in) 12.W TSD 4700 Fig. S25-3 Bumper height A 474 mm (18.66 in) minimum syphon fuel from the tank untit the panel does illuminate. Then, add the specified ballastto the luggage compartment. Switch off the ignition. 4. Measure thefront and rear bumper height to the position indicated in figure S25-3. 5. If the bumper height is less than thespecified minimum limit proceed asfollows. To eliminatesuspension stiffness asa possible cause of incorrectbumper height, drive thecar both forwards and in reversetwo orthree times then bring thecar gerrtlyto rest. Check the bumper height. If the bumper is within 1.5 mm (0.062 in) of the minimum height,the adapterto bumper beam mounting bolts should be removed and the spacing washer combination altered to producean acceptable position. If the bumper height remains betowthe minimum limit, check the standing height ofthecar and adjust if necessary (refertoChapter HI. Section S26 Exterior fittings Contents Pages Rolls-Rgrce Comiche/ Corniche II Introduction Safety procedures Radiator shell -To remove and frt Rolls-Royce radiator shell -To dismantle and assemble Bentley radiator shell -To dismantle and assemble Headlampsurround -To remove and fit Air dam-To remove and fit Front bumperfairings -To remove and fit Front wing undersheets -To remove and fit W heel-arch finishers -To removeandfit Bonnet moulding To remove and fit - Air intake grille panelTo remove and fit Sill mouldings-To remove and fit Sill treadrubbers-To renew Doorto body seats -To renew Fuel filler door and hinge -To remove and fit Fuel filler door release solenoid -To remove and ffi Luggage compa~ment lid badges-To remove and fit Luggage compartment seal -To remove and fit Rear bumperfairing -To remove and fit Spare wheel carrier To remove and fit - '388 ., Printed in England Q.. RollsRoyce Motor Cars Limited t 988 Bentley Continental Section S26 Exterior fittings Introduction Prior to commencing work, ensurethat a suitably prepared area is available tosmre any items of trim, etc., that are removed. Safety procedures The cleaner and adhesives referred to in this section are classified as highly flammable. For guidanceon their use reference must bernade to Section 53. Radiatorshell -To removeandfit (seefig. S2611 1. Raise the bonnet. 2. Removethe two setscrews and washers (item 11 securing the radiator shell to the lower mounting brackets. 3. Support the radiator shell, then remove the setscrews and washers (item 2). 4. Removethe radiator shell assembly taking care not to damage the paintwork. 5. To fitthe radiator shell assembly reversethe removal procedure noting thefollowing. Priorto fully tightening the shell securing setscrews, carefutly closethe bonnet and checkthe she1t to bonnet alignment. Adjust if necessary. Rolls-Royce radiatorshell-Tadismantle and assemble {seefig. 526-2) 1. Remavethe radiatorshell assembly. 2. Protectthe polished surface of the radiator sheH with masking tape. Then, place itface downwards onto a suitably covered bench. 3. Slackenthe Alien headedsetscrew (item l ) until the mascot assembly can be withdrawn from the shell. Warning If a chrome finisher button (item 21 is fitted, care must be taken when unscrewing the setscrew (item 7 ).Aspring is situated underneath the button and could suddenly eject as the setscrew is released. 4. Rsmovethe nuts, bolts, and washers (item31 securing thevane assembly to the radiator shell. Then, carefully withdraw the vane assembly. 5. To assemblethe radiator shell reversethe dismantling procedure noting thefollowing. Prior to securingthe vane assembly, ensurethat it is positioned centrally within the radiator shell. Bentley radiator shdl -To dismantle and assemble {see fig. S26-3) 1. Removethe radiator shell assembly. 2. Protectthe polished surface of the radiator shell with masking tape. Then, place it facedownwards onto a suitably covered bench. 3. Removethe setscrews and washers (item 1) securing each vane assemblyfo the radiator shell. Then. carefully withdraw both vane assemblies. 4. Releasethe nuts and spring washers litem 2). Fig. S26-l Radiator shdl mounting arrangement Then, removethe Bentley motif and nose trim. 5. To assemble the radiator shell reverse operations 1to 4 inclusive. Headlampsurround -To remove and fit bee fig. S26-41 1. To remove a headtamp surround proceed as follows. Removethesecuring screw (item 1) from the headlampsurround. Liftthesurround and unhook it from the two upper retainers. 2. To fit the surround reversethe removal procedure. -. Air dam-To remove and fd (seefig. S26-4) l. To remove the air dam/seal assembly, releasethe setscrews and washers (item2) securing it to the lower body panel. 2. If it is necessary to renewthe air dam seat proceed as follows. Using a suitable scraper, remove and discard the glued seal taking care notto damage the paintwork Thoroughly clean the bonding surfaces of the new seal andthe air dam using a cloth moistened with Bostik Cleaner6001. Allow to dry. Apply Apollo Adhesive AX 2344to the bonding surfacesofthe seal and air dam. Allow five minutesfor the adhesive to 'flash' dry, then press the seal into position using maximum hand pressure. Remove any excess adhesive using a cloth moistened with Bostik Cleaner 6001. Fig. 526-2 Rolls-Royceradiator shell Fig. S263 Bentley radiator shell To fit thefairinglseal assembly reverse the rernovaf procedure. 3. To fitthe airdam/seal assembly reversethe removal procedure. 4. Front burnperfairings-To removeand fit (see fig. S2641 1. To gain accessto the fairing securing setscrews (item 3) it may be necsssaryto removethe bumper assembly (see Section S25). 2. Release the setscrews and washers, then remove Frontwing undmheets To remove and fit (see fig. S 2 6 4 1. Raisethefront of the car and remove h e road wheels (seechapter R). 2. Removethe self-tappingscrews (item4) securing the rear section of the undersheettothe valance panel. Carefully breakthe seal betweenthe undersheetand the valance panel, then removethe rear section ofthe undersheet. Repeat this operation to remove the front section of the undersheet. 3. To fittheundersheets reverse the removal procedure notingthe following. To prevent possiblewater ingress, ensurethatthe sealing strips (itern 5) are in good condition andthat they form a waterproof seal when the undersheets are fitted. Renew if necessary. the fairingfseal assembly. 3. If it is necessaryto renew afairing seal proceed as follows. Using a suitable scraper, removeand discard the glued seal taking care not to damage the paintwork. Thoroughly clean the bonding surfaces of the new seal and the fairing using a cloth moistenedwith Bastik Cleaner 6001. Allow to dry. Apply Apollo AdhesiveAX2344to the bonding surfaces ofthe seal andfairing. Allow five minutesfor the adhesiveto'flash'dry, then pressthe seal into position using maximum hand pressure. Removeany excess adhesive using a cloth moistenedwith Bostik Cleaner 6001. - Wheel-arch finishers- To remove and M (see fig. S26-4) 1. Each wheel-archfinisher issecuredto thebody Fig. S264 ExteriorWings- Front TSD 4700 S26-5 using nine 0.125 in 13 mm) diameterstainless steel pop rivets (item6I.To remove a finisher, simply drill out the rivets taking care not to damagethe polished surface ofthe finisher. 2. To fit a finisher reverse the removal procedure notingthefollowing. Check that the sealing rubber is correctlyfitted between the finisher and the body. Ensurethat stainlesssteel pop rivetsare used lo securethe finisher. Bonneimoulding-To removeandftt (see fig. S26-51 'l. Raisethe bonnet. 2. Remove the nut and plain washer (item l ) securingthe front of the moulding. 3. To gain accessto the rear securingnut it will b e necessaryto unclip and removethe rear bonnet pad. Removethe exposed nut and plain washer (item 2). 4. Liftthe front of the moulding awayfrom the bonnet panel and progressively disengage the plastic retainingdips (item3). Removethe moulding. 5. To fit the mouldingreverse the removal procedure noting the following. To ensurethe correct retentionofthe moutding check that the clip retainers (item41situated in the bonnet panel are not damaged or excessively worn. Renew if necessary. Prior to fitting the moulding, apply a small amount of Bostik Seelastik, or its equivalent, around the base of the two moulding securing studs. fig. S265 Bonnet moulding and air intakegrille - Air intake grille panel To removeandfit (see fig. S26-5) 1- Raisethe bonnet. 2. Removethe five setscrewsand washers (item 5) securingthe front of the grille panel. 3. Pull the grille panelforward slightly todisengage the retainingclips (item 6) situated at the rear of the grille aperture. 4. Withdrawthe panelto gain accesstothe windscreen washer hose. Disconnectthehose from the washer jet and remove the grille pane[. 5. To fit the grille panel reverse the removal procedure notingthe following. Inspectthe foam air intakefilter (item 7). H it is found to be damaged or excessivelydirty it must be renewed. Ensure thatthe grille panel issecured bythe rear retainingclips (item61. Sill mouklings-To remove and fit (seefig. S26-61. 1. Removethe nut and plain washer (item l 1 securing the rear of the sill moulding. 2. To gain access tothe front securing nut litem 2)it will be necessaryto remove the rearsection of the front wing undersheet (see Front wing undersheetsTo remove and fit). Remove the exposed nut and plain washer. 3. Lift the front of the moulding/sealassembly away from the wing paneland progressively disengage the plastic retainingclips {item 3). Removethe moulding. fig. 526-6 Sill fittings and door to body seals If it is neeessaryto renewthesill mouldingseal proceedas follows. Using a suitable scraper, remove and discardthe glued seal taking care not to damage the paintwork. Thoroughly clean the bonding surfaces of the new 4. seal andthe moulding using a cloth moistenedwith Bostik Cleaner 6001. Allowtodry. Apply Apollo Adhesive AX 2344 to the bonding surfaces of the seal and moulding. Allow five minutes for the adhesiveto 'flash' dry, then press the seal into position using maximum hand pressure. Remove any excess adhesive using a cloth moistenedwith Bosti k Cleaner 6001. 5. To fitthesill moulding/sealassembly reversethe removal procedure noting thefollowing. To ensurethe correct retention of the moulding. new retainingclips (item3)should be fitted on assernbly. Priorto fitting the moulding, apply a small amount of BostikSeelastik,or its equivalent, aroundthe base of theonro moulding securing studs. Sill treadrubbers-To renew (seefig. S26-6) 1. To facilitate assembly, mark the position ofthe coachbuilder's nameplate (item41in relationto the sill panel. Then, unscrew and removethe nameplate. 2. Unscrew and removethe treadrubber retainer (item5). 3. Using a suitable scraper, remove and discard the glued treadrubbertaking care notto damage the paintwork. 4. Thoroughly clean the bonding surfacesof the new treadrubber and sill panel using a cloth moistened with Bostik Cleaner 6001. Allowto dry. 5. Apply Apollo Adhesive AX 2344tothe bonding surfacesoithetreadrubber and sill. Allow five minutes forthe adhesiveto 'flash' dry. then pressthe treadrubber into position using maximum hand pressure. 6. Remove any excessadhesive using a cloth moistened with Bostik Cleaner 6001. Doorto bady seals-To renew (see fig. S2&6) 1. The door aperture seal (item 6) comprises of three sections glued together in a mitred joint ateach lower corner. To renew a section ofthe seal proceed as follows. Carefully pull a portion of the seal out of its retaining channel and progressively remove. Note thatto removethe rearsection of the seal it may be necessaryto release the 'BC' post trim panel (see Section S211. Using a sharp knife, cut through the glued mitred joint, then remove and discard the section of seal. When fitting a new section of sea!, apply Loetite 495 adhesivetothe mitred joint. 2. To renew the 'A' post seal (item 7) proceed as follows. Remove the self-tapping screw (item 8). Using a suitablescraper, remove and discard the glued seal taking care not to damage the paintwork Thoroughly clean the bonding sulfaces of the new seaf and the body panelflange using 8 cloth moistened with Bostik Cleaner6001. Allowtodry. Apply Apollo Adhesive AX 2344tothe bonding surfacesof the seal and body panel flange. Allow five minutesfor the adhesive to 'flash' dry, then press the seal into position using maximum hand pressure. Remove any excess adhesive using a cloth moistened with Bostik Cleaner 6001. Fuelfiller door and hinge-To remove and fit (see fig. S26-71 1. Open the fuel filler door.This can be achieved rnanuallyfrorn the lever within the luggage compartment or electrically by depressing the button situated on the instrument facia. 2. Using a pencil, mark the positionof the fuel filler door hinge in relationto the body. 3. Releasethe setscrew and washers (item l),then remove the fuel filler door and hinge assembly. A To fa the assembly, reversethe removal procedure noting the following. Priortotightening the setscrews securing the hinge, align the marks made during removal. Ensure thatthe fuel filler door blends perfectly with the body and that an equal clearance exists around the door. Fuelfiller door releasesolenoid -To removeand fit (see fig. 526-7) 'l. To gain accessto the releasesolenoid it will be necessarytoremovethe front trim panel from within the luggage compartment (see Section S23). 2. Disconnectthe battery. 3. Releasethe Lucar connectors (item 2). 4. Removethesplit pin (item 3) and washers securing thetrigger mechanismtothe solenoid plunger. 5. Support the solenoid assembly. then remove the three retaining nuts and washers litern4). Withdraw thesolenoid assembly. 6. To fit the assembly reverse the removal procedure. * Luggage compartment lid badges-To remove and fit (see fig. S26-8) 1. To gain accessto the badge securing nuts it will be necessarytounscrew and removethe luggage compartment lid hingecovers and innertrim panel (item 1I. 2. Releasethesecuringnuts and plain washers (item 2) from the appropriate badge.Then, carefully withdrawthe badge taking care notto damage the paintwork. 3. Priorto fitting a badge, apply a small amount of Bostik Seelastik, or its equivalent, around the base of the badge securing studs. Fig. S26-7 - Fuel filter door and releasemechanism bggage compartment seal -To removeand fii (see fig. S26-8) The luggage compartmentseal is a push-on fit over the body panelflanges and can easily be removed and refitted.To release the rear section of the seal first unscrew and removethe stainless steel finisher (item 3). When removing the seal care must be taken notto damage the painrwork. - Rear bumperfairing To remove and iit {seefig. S2683 1. On cars fitted with the numberplate lamps mountedon the bumperfairing proceedas follows. Unscrew and remove the tamp cover (item4). Carefully prise the chromed shield from each lamp holder and remove the gtass lens. Manoeuvre the rubber lamp holders down through the holes in the bumperfairing. 2. Releasethefairing securing setscrews and washers (item5). Then, rernovethefairing/seal assembly. 3. If it is necessaryto renew a fairing seal proceed as follows. Using a suitable scraper, remove and discardthe glued seal taking care nottodarnage the paintwork Thoroughfyclean the bonding surfaces of the new seal and the fairing using s 130th moistenedwith Bostik Cleaner 6001. Allow to dry. ApplyApollo AdhesiveAX2344tothe bonding surfaces of the seat andfairing. Allow five minutesfor the adhesive to 'flash' dry, then press the seal into position using maximum hand pressure. fig. S26-8 Exterior fittings-Rear Removeany excessadhesive using a cloth moistenedwith Bostik Cleaner 6007. 4. To fit thefairinglseal assembly reversethe removalprocedure. Sparewheel camer- To remove(seefig. S2691 1. Removethe rubber access plug situated underneath the luggagecompartmentfloor carpet (item 11. 2. To release the sparewheel retainer (iffitted) proceed as follows. Oncarsfitfedwith pressedsteel wheels, turn the retainer locking arm to its horizontal position (see inset A)-Then, pressthe retainerarmto its fully down position. Oncarsfrtted with aluminium alloywheels. pult the retainer locking arm fully rearward tsae inset B). 3. Using the wheel nutspanner and bar provided in thetool kit, turn the carrier lowering bolt (item 2) anti-clockwiseuntil further rotation is prevented. 4. If aspare wheel carrier lifting tube (item 3) isfitted proceedas f ollows. Removethe protective coverfrom the fifting tube and insertthe wheel nut spanner bar. Liftthe rear of the carriersuficiently to sitherclear the support hook (item4) orto allowthe loweringtube to be disengagedf mm the slotted carrier support bracket (item 51. Pivot the loweringtube assembly clear,then lowerthe rear of the carriertothe ground. Remove the bar and slide the spare wheet from thecarrier. 5. On carriers not fitted with a liftingtube proceed as follows referring to inset C. Slide the spare wheet from thecarrier. To facilitateassembly,scribe the position ofthe large washer [item6) onto the towering tube assernbly. Support the rear of the carrier. Then, removethe nut and washer {item 7 ) .Pivot the loweringtube assembly ciear and lowerthe rear of the carrierto the ground. 6. Remove the nuts and washers litem 8)from the carrier pivot bolts. 7. Support thecarrier, then withdrawthe pivot bolts and washers. Lowerthe carrierto the ground. , -C I Fig. S26-9 Spare wheel carrier Spare wheel carrier-To fit (seefig. 526-9) Reversethe ~rocedure given for removal noting the following. 1. Lubricate the lowering bolt and the two carrier pivot boltswith Rocol MTS 1000 grease, or its equivalent. 2. Check thecondition of the rubber bushes (item 91. Renew if necessary. 3. Prior to fitting the carrier, ensurethat the distance tubes {item 101are in position. 4. When the carrier is fully raised. checkthat the spare wheel is securely clamped againstthe underside of the luggagecompartment floor. If the wheel is not securely held, adjustthe positionof the carrier as follows. Carriers fitted with a lifting tube. Lowerthecarrier slightly by loosening the operating bolttwo or three complete turns. On carrietsmed with a supporf hook (item41 proceed as follows. Support the carrier. Then, raisethe support hook by turning each adjusting nut (item111 ctockwiseone or two complete turns. Raisethecarrier and checkthatthe spare wheel is securely hetd, Ifnecessary repeatthe adjustment operation. On carriersfitted with a slotted support bracket (item 5) proceed as follows. Supportthecarrier. Then. loosenthe support bolt securing nut (item 12). Movethecarrier support boltto a higher position within the adjustment slot. Then, tighten thesecuring nut. Raisethe carrier and check thatthe spare wheel is securely held. If necessary repeattheadjustment operation. Carriers notfittedwith a lifting tube. Lowerthe carrier dig htiy by loosening the operating bolttwo or three complete turns. Support the carrier. Then, loosenthe securing nut (item 71. Movethe carrier securing bolt to a higher position within the adjustment slot Then, tighten the securing nut. Raisethecarrier and checkthatthe spare wheel is securely held. Ifnecessary repeat the adjustment operation. 5. Checkthatthe spare wheel is positioned with the tyre valve aligned with the access hole inthe luggage compartmentfioor. 6. Ensure thatthe spare wheel retainer (if fitted) passes through the centre of the wheel and is locked into position. Section S28 Seat belts Pages R d l ~ R o y c e Bentley Comiche/ Continental Comiche I1 Introduction Frontseat belt-To remove Front seat beit-fa frt Rear seat belt4 0 remove Rear seat belt-to fit Section S28 -!v Seat belts Introduction Lap and diagonal retractable seat belts are provided for the driver and front seat passenger. Lap bettsare provided inthe rear compartment forhvo rear seat passengers. The lap belts are retractable on cars conformingto a NorthAmericanspecification,and static for all other markets. If a seat beft requires cleaning, sponge the webbing with warm soapy water. Do not use bleaches or dyesasthey may impairthe efficiency and safety of the seat belts. Warning Intheevent of avehicle being involved in an accident of sufficient severity to cause damage to the front longerons, all theseat belts worn by occupants at fhetime of the impact must be replaced. If an impact results in local damageto any of the seat belt anchorage points, then that particular seat belt must be replaced irrespective of whetherthe belt was worn or not at the time of the impact. In the event of a rear impact, the severity ofthe damage must bejudged and if any doubt the occupied seat belts must be replaced. Front seait bek-To remove (see fig. S28-1) 1. Usingtheseat adjustment controls, move the front seatfoward to the full extent of itstravel. 2. On cars otherthan those conformingto a North Americanspecification, remove the bolts and washers (item 11securing the slider bar. Releasethe belt webbing from the slider and allow the seat beltto carefully retract. 3. On cars conformingto a North American specification,carefully prise the plastic cover from the lower anchorage bolt (item 2).Removethe bolt and washer and allowthe seat behtocarefully retract. 4. To remove the'BC' posttrim pane! proceed as forlows. Removethe two screws and cup washers litem 3). Then,carefuHy lift off the waist rail finisher and trim roll assembly. Removethe twa screws and cupwashers (item4) securingthetop ofthr?'BC' potittrim panel. Turn backthe floor carpet, then remove the exposed screw and washer (item51. Carefully remove the trim panel, noting thatthe rear of the panel is secured by Velcro fasteners {item 61. 5. Unscrew and remove the seat belt guide {item 71. 6. Carefully prise the plasticcoverfrom the upper anchorage bolt (item8). Remove the bolt and washer and release the b e l t 7. Peel backthe floor soundproofing material t o expose the reel mechanism cover plate (item9).Then, Fig. S28-'I Front seat belt removal removethe setscrews securing the cover plate. 8. Remove the plastic edge protector (item 10)and guide the webbing through the slot provided. Remove the cover plate. 9. Remove the two bolts and strengthening plate (item I 1l situated underneath the sill panel. Then, withdrswthe seat belt reel assembly. 10. To remove the seat belt stalks from the transmission tunnel proceedasfollows. Peel backthe transmissiontunnel carpetto exposethe stalk anchorage bolts (item12). Remove the bolts and washers and withdrawthe stalk. On cars conforming to a North American specification, disconnect the batferythen releasethe Lucar connectorsfrom the electrical lead protrudingfrom thedriver's side seat belt stalk. Front seat belt-Tofittseefig. S28-11 Reverse the procedure given for removal noting the following. 1. Ensure that the seat belt reel assembliesare mountedvertically inthe sill recess. 2. Torque tighten theseat belt anchorage bolts (items 1,2,8, and 12)to between34 Nrn and 41 Nm 13,4kgf m and4,I kgfrn;251bfftand30Ibfft). Fig. 528-2 Rear seat belt removal 3. Check that the plastic edge protector(item 10)is fitted to the reel mechanism covm plate, preventing possible chafing of theseat belt webbing. 4. Fully extend the seat belt webbing and checkthat the belt retractsfully when released. 5. To checkthatthe seat belts are operating corte~tly proceed as follows. Select an open stretch of road. Then, when the road is freefrom any potential danger, accelerate thecar to 24 kmlh 115 rnile/h) and brake sharply. Ensurethat the beltstockand subsequently release. An additionalcheck shou td be made by fitting the belt and then givingthe webbing of the diagonal belt a sharp pull. Ensurethatthe belt locks, then retracts when the tension is released. Rear seat belt- To remove (seefig. S28-21 1. To gain access to the rearseat belt anchorage bolts it will be necessary to remove the seat cushion and squab assembly asfollows. Remove thetwo screws and cup washers [item 11 securing the lower corners of theseat cushion. Lift the front af the cushion t o disengage the retaining pegs Iitem 2). Then, pull the cushion clear of the squaband remove. Removethe two exposed setscrews and washers (item 3) securing the base of the squab assembly. Lowerthecentre arm reSt,then carefully pull down the elasticated backing panel to expose the squab fixings (item 4). Removethetwo screws and washers, then carefully allowtheelasticated backing panel to retract and raise thearrn rest. Lift the squab slightly to disengage it from the hoodwell flange. Then, manoeuvrethe squabclearof the rear quartertrim. When removing the squab from the car, care must be taken to avoid damage to surrounding trim by the protruding bracketsfittedto the base of the assembly. 2. Removethe exposed anchorage bolts (item 5) and withdraw the seat belt stalks. 3. On ears other than those conforming to a North American specification,removethe seat bett anchorage botts and washers (item 6).Then, thread the belt webbing through the running Loop (item 7 ) and remove. 4. On cars conformingto a North American specification, unscrew and remove the seat belt webbing guide Iitem 8). Then, removethe exposed anchorage bolt (kern9) and withdraw the reel mechanism. Rear seat belt-T ofit (seefig. S28-2) Reversethe procedure given for remova I noting the foflowing. 1. Torque tighten the seat belt anchorage botts {items 5,6 and 91to between34 Nrn and 41 Nm (3,4 kgf m and 4,1 kgf m; 25 tbf ftand 30 1Wft). 2. Ensure thatthe reel mechanisms (if fitted) are mountedvertically. 3. To checkthe operation ofthe retractable seat belts proceed as fol lows. An assistant will be required tooccupy a rear seat position during the test. Select an open stretch of road. Then,when the road is freefrom any potential danger, acceleratethe car to 24 km/h 115 milelh) and brakesharply. Ensure thatthe belts lock and su bsequentfy release. 2/89 TSO 4700 Section S32 Special torque tightening figures introduction This section contains the specialtorquetightening figures applicableto Sections S20 to-S31inclusive. For standard torque tightening figures referto Chapter P. W a n 520 Components used during manufacture ofthe vehicle have different thread formations (Metric. UNF, UNC, etc.). Therefore, h e n fitting nuts, botts, and setscrews it is important to ensure that the correcttype and size of thread formation is used. Ref. Component 1 Door hinge-Atlen headed Nm k@m IMh 23-34 2,3-3.4 17-25 setscrews 2 Door hinge- hexagonal headedsetscrews 23- 34 2.3-3.4 17-25 3 Striker pin Lock-nut-%' post 27-33 2,8-3,3 20-24 4 Door latch- countersunk setscrews 4.1-6.1 0.4-0.6 3-4.5 5 Front seat bertto 'B'postbolt 34-47 3.4-4.1 25-30 Section S28 Section$28 Nm kd m lbf ft Front seat beltsliderbarbolts 34-41 3,4-4.1 25-30 Front seat beltto sill- bolt 34-41 3,4-4,l 25-30 Ref. Component Front seat belt reel mounting bracket-bolt Front seat belt stalk to tunnel - bolt Rear seat belt to squab panel bolt - Section= Ref. Campomnt 7 Rearseatbelt reel 11 &at1 I I 12 Rear seat belt stalk to squab panel -bolt tbfh