🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Rover Model: 414 Generation Generation Code: R8 (pre-facelift and facelift) Codes Chassis Codes: XW (often associated with this generation, though not exclusively for 414) 👋 Introduction Market Position Target Audience: Professional technicians, DIY mechanics, and Rover 414 owners seeking to understand and maintain their vehicles. Competitive Analysis Value Proposition: Provides access to factory-level information for a wide range of model years, often unavailable through standard retail channels, enabling cost-effective maintenance and repair. Key Features Delivery Method: Instant Download Content Type: Combines aspects of factory service manuals and owner's manuals, offering detailed repair procedures alongside maintenance guidance. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Model Years Covered: 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 Page Count Estimated Page Count: Detailed, but exact page count not specified. Comprehensive coverage implies several hundred pages. Manual Type Manual Type: Repair Service Manual Language Language: English Format Format: PDF Download 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Powertrain: Engine mechanical, fuel system, ignition system, cooling system, exhaust system, engine management (ECU). Drivetrain: Manual and Automatic Transmission (gearbox), clutch, driveshafts, differential. Suspension And Steering: Front and rear suspension, shock absorbers, springs, steering rack, power steering. Brakes: Brake system components (discs, pads, calipers, master cylinder), ABS (if equipped). Electrical System: Wiring diagrams, battery, charging system, starter, lighting, instrumentation, power windows, central locking. Body And Chassis: Body panels, doors, windows, interior trim, chassis structure, anti-corrosion measures. HVAC: Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (if equipped). Procedures Included Maintenance: Oil changes, fluid checks and replacements, filter replacements, spark plug replacement, belt inspections. Troubleshooting: Diagnosis of common faults, symptom-based troubleshooting guides. Repair: Step-by-step instructions for component removal, disassembly, repair, reassembly, and installation. Diagnostics: Engine fault codes (OBD-I or early OBD-II depending on market and specific model year), diagnostic procedures. Technical Depth Technical Depth: Comprehensive, suitable for professional technicians and advanced DIYers with basic mechanical and electrical knowledge. Covers routine maintenance to complex repairs and component overhauls. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Format: PDF Print Quality Print Quality: Full Printable. Allows for high-quality printing of individual pages or sections. Binding Type Binding Type: N/A (Digital Download) Paper Type Paper Type: N/A (Digital Download) Features Zoom Functionality: YES (Allows zooming in/out for better viewing of diagrams and text) Searchability: Likely searchable text within the PDF, aiding in quick information retrieval. Compatibility Operating Systems: Compatible with All Versions of Windows & Mac Requirements Software Requirements: Adobe PDF Reader & WinZip (for extraction if zipped) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Code Family: Rover K-Series Displacement: 1.4 Liters (1396 cc) Configuration: Inline 4-cylinder, 16-valve, DOHC Performance Horsepower Range: Approximately 98-105 bhp (varies slightly by specific model year and tuning) Torque Range: Approximately 120-125 Nm (88-92 lb-ft) at around 4000-4500 RPM Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Multi-point Fuel Injection (MPI) Fuel Type: Unleaded Petrol (RON 95 or higher recommended) Cooling System Coolant Type: Ethylene Glycol based antifreeze/coolant mixture (e.g., Rover anti-freeze recommended) Engine Management ECU Type: Often Lucas or Rover P-series ECUs. Diagnostic protocols may vary, typically OBD-I or early OBD-II. 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type Standard: 5-speed Manual Transmission (PG1) Optional Transmission Type Optional: 4-speed Automatic Transmission (DP/VVT/VT) Features Transmission Fluid Manual: GL-4 Gear Oil (e.g., Castrol EPX 80W-90 or equivalent) Transmission Fluid Automatic: Dexron III or equivalent ATF 📐 Dimensions Exterior Body Styles: 4-door Saloon (Sedan), 5-door Hatchback (400/414 series, often referred to as the 'Rover 400 Hatchback' or 'Rover 45 Hatchback' in later iterations) Length: Approx. 4300-4400 mm (depending on body style and generation revision) Width: Approx. 1700-1720 mm Height: Approx. 1380-1400 mm Weights Curb Weight: Approx. 1100-1250 kg (depending on body style and transmission) 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Euro Ncap Rating: Not directly applicable to early models in this range. Later iterations (Rover 45) would have been tested but generally received modest ratings for the era. Active Features Braking System Standard: Front ventilated discs, rear drums. ABS optional on higher trims and later models. ABS Availability: Optional on some models, standard on higher trims in later production years. Passive Features Airbags: Driver's airbag standard from mid-90s onwards. Passenger airbag optional or standard on later models. Seatbelts: Three-point seatbelts front and rear, pre-tensioners on front seatbelts. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Audio System: Factory fitted radio/cassette or CD player, often with basic speaker systems. Upgrades and replacements are common. Navigation: Not typically fitted from the factory during most of this period, aftermarket systems were popular. Driver Assistance Cruise Control: Optional on higher trim levels. Connectivity Connectivity Options: Limited to basic accessory sockets for charging devices. No integrated Bluetooth or smartphone mirroring. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Typically every 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or 12 months, whichever comes first. Air Filter Replacement: Every 20,000 miles (32,000 km) or 24 months. Spark Plug Replacement: Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) for standard spark plugs, or as per manual for platinum/iridium...