DMC De Lorean User guide

De Lorean Part Number 113090,the Owner’s
Handbook,can be viewed using any Adobe Acrobat 2.0
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leave the errors (typographical and otherwise) in this re-
creation of the Owners Handbook.All are relatively
minor,primarily misspellings.Owners of De Lorean
automobiles will want to consult with either the De
Lorean OwnersAssociation or a qualified service center
for current maintenance information.
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De Lorean
Owner’s
Handbook
Part No. 113090
Published by
De Lorean Motor Cars (1982) Limited

Introduction
We would like to take the opportunity to
thank you for selecting a De Lorean motor
car and to wish you many years of happy
and trouble free motoring.
This handbook should be considered s
permanent part of the vehicle. Please read
it carefully as it contains important
operating, maintenance and safety
information.
The first part of the book tells you how to
operate the controls, switches and
accessories and gives the necessary
information on driving and operating your
car.
Part Two gives a full summary of the
maintenance required by your car. We
strongly recommend that this is entrusted
to your dealer who has the necessary
expertise and specialised equipment.
Part Three gives details on emissions
applicable to the North American Market
and part Four contains useful information
on emergency operating procedures.
Finally Part five is the General Information
section covering vehicle specification,
capacities, etc.
Part 1 - Controls and Operating
Part 2 - Maintenance
Part 3 - Emissions Control
System (North America)
Part 4 - Emergency Operating
Procedures
Part 5 - General Information
Note:
The specifications and descriptions
contained in this manual were accurate at
the time they were approved for printing.
De Lorean Motor Cars (1982) Ltd., reserves
the right to make changes at any time
without notice.
2

Controls and Operating
Key to Car Controls 4 - 5
Key to Instrument Cluster 5
Doors and Locks 6
External 6
Internal 6
Locking Storage Compartment 6
Seats 7
Seat Travel Adjustment 7
Seat Back Recline Adjustment 7
Seat Back Release Lever 7
Parking Brake 7
Inertia Seat Belts 8
Warning System 8
Wearing 8
Care of Seat belts 8
Steering Column Controls 9
Centre Console Controls 9
Centre Instrument Panel Controls 10
Temperature Control 10
Fan Speed Control 10
Main Selector Switch Positions 10
Light Switch 11
Hazard Warning Flasher 11
Illumination Control 11
Rear Window Defogger Indicator 11
Cooling Fan Fail Indicator 11
Door Locks Warning Indicator 11
Ignition Switch and Anti-Theft
Deterrent Steering Column Lock 11
Interior Lights 12
Remote Control Side View Mirrors 12
Interior Rear View Mirror 12
Steering Column Adjustment 12
Luggage Compartment 13
Fuel Filler Cap 13
Engine Compartment 13
Driving Information 14
Starting 14
Selector Positions – Manual 14
Automatic Transmission Operation 14
Automatic transmission Selector
Positions 14
Warming Up 15
Running In 15
Economical Operation 15

4

Controls and Operating
5
KEY TO CAR CONTROLS – Fig. 1
1. Courtesy Light Switch
2. Side WIndow Air Duct
3. Left Hand Column Switch
4. Instrument Cluster
5. Right Hand Column Switch
6. Face-level Air Vent
7. Stereo Radio/Cassette
8. Centre Instrument Panel Controls
9. Glove Box Release
10. Front Speaker Grille
11. Door Ajar Warning Light Switch
12. Parking Brake
13. Luggage Compartment Cover Release
14. Clutch Pedal
15. Brake Pedal
16. Accelerator Pedal
17. Ignition Switch
18. Illumination Control
19. Centre Console Controls
20. Ashtray
21. Cigar Lighter
22. Gear Shift – Manual
23. Gear Shift – Automatic
KEY TO INSTRUMENT CLUSTER – Fig. 2
1. Seat belt Warning Light
2. Door Ajar Warning Light
3. Engine Temperature Gauge
4. Speedometer
5. Trip Meter
6. Trip Meter Reset
7. Tachometer
8. Fuel Gauge
9. Brake Warning Light
10. Low Fuel Warning Light
11. Charging System Warning Light
12. Engine Oil Low Pressure Warning Light
13. Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
14. Lambda (oxygen sensor) Service
Warning Light
15. Right Turn Indicator Light
16. Left Turn Indicator Light
17. Low Beam Indicator Light
18. High Beam Indicator Light
19. Odometer
20. Voltmeter

Controls and Operating
6
DOORS AND LOCKS
External – Fig. 3
The De Lorean is equipped with a central
locking system which locks or unlocks both
doors simultaneously. The locking or
unlocking of one door will automatically lock
or unlock the other.
To unlock, insert the key and turn it to the
rear of the car, return it to vertical position
and withdraw. Lift the external release
handle and raise door to its maximum
height. Due to the gull-wing design, caution
should be exercised when entering or exiting
the vehicle.
To close, pull the door down and continue to
close the door by placing a hand on the
window sill directly below the power window
glass. Do not attempt to close the door by
exerting pressure at the front edge as this
could result in a ‘sprung’ door requiring
adjustment and possible repair.
Internal – Fig. 4
To unlock door from the inside press the
front of the door lock switch in the armrest,
lift the lever also located in the armrest and
raise the door to the fully open position. To
close from inside pull the door firmly
downwards with the assist bar located in the
lower portion of the armrest.
Locking Storage Compartment – Fig. 5
The locking storage compartment is located
behind the driver’s seat.
Take care not to leave keys in the car.

Controls and Operating
7
SEATS – Fig. 6
Seat Travel Adjustment
Lift up on the seat travel release bar (1) and
slide complete seat backwards or forwards.
Make certain that seat is locked position
after satisfactory adjustment has been
made.
Seat Back Recline Adjustment
Rotate recliner knob (2) either backwards or
forwards to adjust seat back to required
position.
Seat Back Release Lever
Lift release lever (3) to allow seat back to tilt
forward for access. Ensure lock is engaged
when returning seat back to original
position.
Parking Brake – Fig. 7
The parking brake, located adjacent to the
driver’s side door sill, is applied by pulling
up the handle. To release, pull the handle
upwards and press in the button at the end
of the handle. Continue to hold the button in
while lowering the handle.
Note: The brake warning light in the
instrument cluster will illuminate when the
parking brake is on.

Controls and Operating
8
INERTIA SEAT BELTS – Fig. 8
Warning System
The seat belt warning light Fig. 8 will glow
when the ignition is switched on and either
seat is occupied with the seat belt
unfastened, a warning buzzer will also
activate for approximately ten seconds.
Wearing
Always wear the seat belt as a diagonal
assembly, until the lap section is comfortably
tight.Check that belt is lying flat and is not
twisted.
The belt is intended to be worn by occupants
of adult build. Under no circumstances must
it be used for more than one person, even for
small children.
Withdraw the belt from the reel with a steady
pull, sudden snatches will lock the reel.
To fasten, pull the belt over the shoulder and
hips, Fig. 9 and press the tongue into the
lock nearest the wearer Fig. 10. A click will
indicate that the belt is locked.
To release, push the ‘PRESS’ button on the
lock. Stow the belt by allowing it to retract
fully, manually assisting the last few inches.
Care of Seat Belts
Regularly inspect the seat belt webbing for
signs of abrasion or wear, giving particular
attention to fixing points and adjusters.
Renew a seat belt assembly which is in any
way damaged or which has withstood the
strain of a severe impact.
Do not attempt to make any alterations or
additions to the seat belts or fixings as this
could impair their efficiency.
Use the seat belt at all times – even on a
short journey.
Clean seat belt by sponging with warm water
and non-detergent soap. Allow to dry
naturally.