Instrument Panel, Gauges and Warning Indicators: Description and Operation

DESCRIPTION

The instrument pack features the traditional layout of two large main dials with four small supplementary gauges. These are conventional analogue gauges comprising 90 degree movements for the four minor gauges and 270 degree movements for the two major gauges.

The trip meter is integrated into the tachometer and the odometer is included in the speedometer. The pulse signal required to operate the speedometer is controlled by a speed sensor situated in the differential unit. The engine speed signal received by the tachometer is derived from the ignition coil negative terminal. The voltage wave form at this point can reach as much as 400 volts when a spark is generated and it is desirable to suppress this voltage before allowing it into the wiring harness.

There is an array of 'secret til lit' warning lights which are situated in a row at the top of the instrument pack.