battery location FORD SIERRA 1987 2.G Body Electrical System User Guide

Models from 1987
5Remove the two securing screws, then
withdraw the lamp forwards and disconnect
the two wiring plugs.
6Refitting is a reversal of removal, but where
necessary use a new gasket between the
lamp and bumper.
7On completion, the vertical alignment of the
foglamp must be adjusted. For the foglamps,
dimension “X” (see illustration, 42.4) should
be taken as 220.0 mm (8.7 in). The adjuster
screw is located on the inside edge of the
lamp above the securing screw (see
illustration).
1Disconnect the battery negative lead.
Saloon, Hatchback and Estate
models
2To remove a lamp, simply prise it from the
bumper using a thin-bladed screwdriver, and
disconnect the wiring plug (see illustration).
3Refitting is a reversal of removal.
P100 models
4Working behind the rear crossmember, pull
the wiring plug from its clip and disconnect it.
5Pull the lamp cover from the rubber
housing, then pull the rubber housing and the
wiring from the crossmember.
6Refitting is a reversal of removal.
Note: The glass envelopes of the headlamp,
auxiliary driving lamp and front foglamp bulbs
must not be touched with the fingers. If the
glass is accidentally touched, it should be
washed with methylated spirits and dried with
a soft cloth. Failure to observe this procedure
may result in premature bulb failure.
1Disconnect the battery negative lead.
Headlamps
2Working in the engine compartment,
remove the headlamp rear cover by turning it
anti-clockwise (see illustration).3Pull the wiring plug from the base of the
bulb, then release the spring clip, grasp the
bulb by its contacts and carefully withdraw it
(see illustrations). Do not touch the bulb
glass.
4Refitting is a reversal of removal, but on
models up to 1987, refit the headlamp rear
cover by aligning the arrow on the cover with
the depression on the top of the headlamp
unit and turning the cover clockwise until the
arrow aligns with the lower depression. On
models from 1987, the word “OBEN “ or
“TOP” on the rear cover should be exactly at
the top after refitting.
Sidelamps
5Working in the engine compartment,
remove the headlamp rear cover by turning it
anti-clockwise.
6Pull the sidelamp bulbholder from its
location in the headlamp reflector (seeillustration). On “high specification” models
up to 1987 a retaining tab must be depressed
before withdrawing the bulbholder. Note that
the rubber sleeve should be left in position in
the reflector.
7Refitting is as described in paragraph 4.
Auxiliary driving lamps
Models up to 1987
8Twist the cover on the top of the headlamp
unit anti-clockwise and remove it to expose
the bulb (see illustration).
9Release the bulb from the two clips, then
disconnect the wiring and remove the bulb.
Do not touch the bulb glass (see illustration).
10Refitting is a reversal of removal.
Models from 1987
11Release the spring clip securing the cover
to the rear of the headlamp unit, then remove
the cover (see illustration).
48Exterior lamp bulbs - renewal
47Rear number plate lamp -
removal and refitting
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46.7 Front foglamp adjuster screw (A) and
securing screws (B) - models from 1987
48.2 Remove the headlamp rear cover
48.8 Auxiliary drive lamp bulb cover
(arrowed) - models up to 198748.6 Removing a sidelamp bulbholder48.3b Release the spring clip and withdraw
the headlamp bulb
48.3a Pull off the wiring plug . . .
47.2 Removing a rear number plate lamp -
Saloon, Hatchback and Estate models

P100 models
43Pull the lamp cover from the rubber
housing to expose the bulb. The bulb is a
bayonet fitting in the bulbholder.
44Refitting is a reversal of removal.
1Disconnect the battery negative lead.
Switches
2Prise the switch from its location using a
thin-bladed screwdriver, and disconnect the
wiring plug (see illustration).
3Refitting is a reversal of removal.
Operating motors
4Remove the window regulator.
5Remove the three securing bolts, and
withdraw the motor from the regulator
assembly (see illustration).
6Refitting is a reversal of removal, but ensure
that the drive gear is correctly meshed with
the regulator.
Note:If a central locking solenoid or motor is
to be renewed due to jamming or overheating,
the central locking relay must be renewed atthe same time even if it is believed to be
working correctly. Before starting work on the
central locking system, unlock all the doors
and the tailgate/boot. Make sure that the keys
are outside the vehicle before reconnecting
the battery on completion of work.
Operation
Models up to 1987
1The central locking system is activated by
turning the key in the driver’s door lock, and
the locks are operated by solenoids.
Models from 1987
2The system is activated by turning the key
in either of the front door locks, and the locks
are operated by electric motors.
Removal and refitting
3Disconnect the battery negative lead.
Models up to 1987
Switch (driver’s door lock)
4Remove the door lock.
5Remove the two securing screws, then
withdraw the switch from the lock assembly
and disconnect the wiring plug.
6Refitting is a reversal of removal, but ensure
that the cut-out in the switch lever engages
with the lock lever (see illustration).
Solenoids (passenger and rear door locks)
7Remove the door lock (see illustration).
8Remove the two securing screws, then
disconnect the solenoid operating rod and thewiring plug and withdraw the solenoid from
the lock assembly.
9Refitting is a reversal of removal.
Solenoid (tailgate lock)
10Open the tailgate and remove the trim
panel.
11Disconnect the solenoid wiring plug and
earth lead, and the operating rod, then
remove the two securing screws and
withdraw the solenoid from the tailgate(see
illustration).
12Refitting is a reversal of removal.
Models from 1987
Motors (door locks)
13Remove the door inner trim panel.
14Remove the retaining screws and
disconnect the wiring plug and the motor
operating rod, then withdraw the motor from
the door.
15Refitting is a reversal of removal.
Motor (tailgate and boot lid locks)
16Open the tailgate/boot lid and where
applicable remove the trim panel.
17Remove the retaining screws and
disconnect the wiring plug and the motor
operating rod, then withdraw the motor from
the tailgate/boot.
18Refitting is a reversal of removal.
Models from 1990
Motors (door locking)
19On models from 1990, the door locking
motors are incorporated in the door lock units
(see illustrations).
20To remove a motor, first remove the door
lock.
50Central door locking
components - operation,
removal and refitting
49Electric window components
- removal and refitting
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48.41 Removing a rear number plate lamp
bulb - Saloon, Hatchback and Estate
models49.5 Electric window motor securing bolts
(arrowed)
50.7 Central door locking assembly -
models up to 1987
A Solenoid
B Door ajar switch (not fitted to all models)
50.6 Driver’s door central locking switch -
models up to 1987
A Switch lever cut-out
49.2 Disconnecting the wiring plug from a
centre console-mounted electric window
switch - models from 1987
50.11 Removing a tailgate lock solenoid -
Hatchback models up to 1987

21Remove the two securing screws, and
detach the motor from the lock assembly.
22Refitting is a reversal of removal, ensuring
that the motor operating rod engages with the
lock lever.
Note: The alarm system has a self-diagnosis
function, which allows a Ford dealer to carry
out fault diagnosis, using suitable specialist
equipment. In the event of a problem with the
alarm system, it is advisable not to tamper
with the components until appropriate fault
diagnosis has been carried out.Location
1From 1990, certain models are fitted with
an anti-theft alarm(see illustration).
2The alarm system consists of a control
module mounted behind the driver’s side
facia; trip switches fitted to the doors,
tailgate/boot lid, and bonnet; activating
switches fitted to the front door locks; an
additional horn mounted at the bulkhead next
to the battery and an indicator light mounted
on the top of the facia.
Module - removal and refitting
3Disconnect the battery negative lead.
4Release the carpet trim panel from under
the driver’s side facia. 5Reach up behind the facia and locate the
control module. Release the plastic retaining
clips using a screwdriver, and lower the
module.
6Disconnect the wiring plug and withdraw
the module.
7Refitting is a reversal of removal.
Removal
1Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2Remove the seat.
3Remove the seat cushion trim or backrest
trim as necessary.
4Note which way round the pad is fitted,
then remove the wire clips and adhesive tape
which secure it to the seat. Retrieve the tie-
rod and fit it to the new pad.
Refitting
5Fit the new pad with the thermostat facing
the cushion foam(see illustration).Secure
the pad with wire clips and tape, making sure
that it is not too tight - it must be able to flex
when sat on.
6Refit the cushion or backrest trim, as
applicable, being careful not to trap or kink
the pad.
7Refit the seat, reconnect the wiring and
check the pads for correct operation.
52Seat heating pad - removal
and refitting
51Anti-theft alarm - location,
removal and refitting
Body electrical system 13•19
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50.19b Rear door central locking motor
securing screws (arrowed) -
models from 199050.19a Front door central locking motor
securing screws (arrowed) -
models from 1990
51.1 Anti-theft alarm
system components
A Tailgate/boot lid
switch
B Control module
C Horn
D Bonnet switch
E Door switch
F Activating switch