HELP! - I think I am going to get stuck outside
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Hi all
I've been browsing this forum for quite a while now, but not really ever had
the need to post. However....
This morning, I tried to unlock my '93 4.0 Chim and the central locking decided that
it was going to unlock, followed by lock itself again promptly.
I have been having this problem ever since I bought it last year, normally it's a
case of just trying to unlock it again, and quickly pushing the door release button
before it locks again - problem solved.
This morning it decided not to unlock again, leaving me stranded outside my house,
and with the nearside indicator stuck on too (it seems to be doing this lots now).
Luckily for me, and strangely, the indicator went off on its own, and I was able to
unlock the car - but as things seem to be getting worse it is apparent that if
the locking does pack up completely I have no way of getting into my car - the most
embarrassing thing being that if the indicator stays on, it normally sets off the alarm!
So I post in desperation - if my central locking plays up, how do I get in my car without smashing a window?
Whilst I am posting, there is another strange happening too...
The alternator decided it was going to pack up last monday, and yes, the lights ARE the wrong way round on my car (the bottom one not being oil pressure!) - however, I
had the alternator re-wound and it is charging at about 14v, but, even with the engine running, just using the electric windows, fan, indicator or anything basically makes all interior (and main lights) dim badly. The other strange thing is that when stationery, when you use the heater fan it makes the speedo start reading about 50mph?!?!?!
I do apologise for all the questions, but thought I should kill all birds with one stone - your advice would be appreciated.
Thanking you all in advance (and for the help I have had from this site for the past year)
Chris
I've been browsing this forum for quite a while now, but not really ever had
the need to post. However....
This morning, I tried to unlock my '93 4.0 Chim and the central locking decided that
it was going to unlock, followed by lock itself again promptly.
I have been having this problem ever since I bought it last year, normally it's a
case of just trying to unlock it again, and quickly pushing the door release button
before it locks again - problem solved.
This morning it decided not to unlock again, leaving me stranded outside my house,
and with the nearside indicator stuck on too (it seems to be doing this lots now).
Luckily for me, and strangely, the indicator went off on its own, and I was able to
unlock the car - but as things seem to be getting worse it is apparent that if
the locking does pack up completely I have no way of getting into my car - the most
embarrassing thing being that if the indicator stays on, it normally sets off the alarm!
So I post in desperation - if my central locking plays up, how do I get in my car without smashing a window?
Whilst I am posting, there is another strange happening too...
The alternator decided it was going to pack up last monday, and yes, the lights ARE the wrong way round on my car (the bottom one not being oil pressure!) - however, I
had the alternator re-wound and it is charging at about 14v, but, even with the engine running, just using the electric windows, fan, indicator or anything basically makes all interior (and main lights) dim badly. The other strange thing is that when stationery, when you use the heater fan it makes the speedo start reading about 50mph?!?!?!
I do apologise for all the questions, but thought I should kill all birds with one stone - your advice would be appreciated.
Thanking you all in advance (and for the help I have had from this site for the past year)
Chris
Not sure where you are in the UK, but Carl Baker (TVRUK) sorted out my '94 Chim; like you the indicators were sticking on, which if I recall correctly is something to do with the relays in the old Alarm system (Meta ?) installed as standard on the car.
I'm not going to post "how to break into your Chim" using the two techniques I've used, but I'm sure somebody (Big Al ?) will be along in a moment to assist.
I'm not going to post "how to break into your Chim" using the two techniques I've used, but I'm sure somebody (Big Al ?) will be along in a moment to assist.
Hi there
Thanks for the prompt reply! - I am based in Halstead, Essex which is Near Colchester, Chelmsford, Braintree etc
Whilst I am able to get into the car at the moment, I can see myself being stranded in the not too distant future!
I understand that "how to break into your Chim" is not really the kind of information that you (or I) want posted on a public forum!
I've got "The Bible" so if it is a sticking relay, then I may well be able to
do that myself (or replace it)
Hopefully Big Al will be along shortly
Chris
Thanks for the prompt reply! - I am based in Halstead, Essex which is Near Colchester, Chelmsford, Braintree etc
Whilst I am able to get into the car at the moment, I can see myself being stranded in the not too distant future!
I understand that "how to break into your Chim" is not really the kind of information that you (or I) want posted on a public forum!
I've got "The Bible" so if it is a sticking relay, then I may well be able to
do that myself (or replace it)
Hopefully Big Al will be along shortly
Chris
Chris
Are you a TVRCC member yet? (worth it just for Sprint mag!) Even if not, come down to mid-essex meet on Sunday and meet lots of fellow tivvers. When we see you in the flesh (rather than a couple of posts on a forum) we can see you haven't stolen the car and reveal all break in secrets
Pauline will no doubt persuade you to join up if not already done - but is the nicest RO you ever could meet. Very friendly bunch and a really lovely Sunday roast to boot.
Convoy from Chelmsford White Hart, and meet at Gt Totham (Foresters Golf Club).
Great day out and meet lotsa folks - see MID-ESSEX thread running on TVR general....
Hope to see you there!
Are you a TVRCC member yet? (worth it just for Sprint mag!) Even if not, come down to mid-essex meet on Sunday and meet lots of fellow tivvers. When we see you in the flesh (rather than a couple of posts on a forum) we can see you haven't stolen the car and reveal all break in secrets
Pauline will no doubt persuade you to join up if not already done - but is the nicest RO you ever could meet. Very friendly bunch and a really lovely Sunday roast to boot.
Convoy from Chelmsford White Hart, and meet at Gt Totham (Foresters Golf Club).
Great day out and meet lotsa folks - see MID-ESSEX thread running on TVR general....
Hope to see you there!
Hi Kieran
Is it this Sunday? - I still have a problem with the Alternator (see original post), so I am a little worried that I might end up causing more problems. If I have it fixed by then, then I would love to come along
I'll take a look at the general discussion, sounds like it could be beneficial to me!
Is there any way that I can prove that the car is mine? obviously I have loads of photographs etc!
Chris
Is it this Sunday? - I still have a problem with the Alternator (see original post), so I am a little worried that I might end up causing more problems. If I have it fixed by then, then I would love to come along
I'll take a look at the general discussion, sounds like it could be beneficial to me!
Is there any way that I can prove that the car is mine? obviously I have loads of photographs etc!
Chris
Yes it is this Sunday - lazy link to save you looking! Mid-Essex thread
Hope you can make it - even in crap weather, still a big meet.
Hope you can make it - even in crap weather, still a big meet.
Hi Kieran
All things going well I think I will turn up. I intended to ages ago (when I first got it) but never got round to doing it
I think it would be good to meet up with fellow TVR drivers, can't say I've ever
been to a "meet" before so have no idea what to expect
What does it cost?
Chris
All things going well I think I will turn up. I intended to ages ago (when I first got it) but never got round to doing it
I think it would be good to meet up with fellow TVR drivers, can't say I've ever
been to a "meet" before so have no idea what to expect
What does it cost?
Chris
Hi Chris, just going back to your original question.
I had quite a few strange problems with my chim I bought a couple of weeks ago.
The doors were playing silly bug**rs and the alarm would not arm with the fob.
I disconnected the battery for 30 seconds then reconnected and hey presto all is now fine.
The door locking can get its nickers in a twist now and again and thinks there's a door open
when there isn't so the alarm won't arm.
Check the switches at the bottom of the sill where the door closes and make sure you can hear a click
when you press them. (one each side)
If not, take them out and give them a good clean.
On the charging problem see if you can get you hands on a multimeter (dead cheap at maplins) and
check the voltage without the engine running. (should be about 12 volts)
Then start the engine and check the voltage again, it should be at least 13.8 volts, if not the
alternator is not working correctly. (or the regulator or brushes might be nackered)
Hope this helps.
Cheers,
Paul.
I had quite a few strange problems with my chim I bought a couple of weeks ago.
The doors were playing silly bug**rs and the alarm would not arm with the fob.
I disconnected the battery for 30 seconds then reconnected and hey presto all is now fine.
The door locking can get its nickers in a twist now and again and thinks there's a door open
when there isn't so the alarm won't arm.
Check the switches at the bottom of the sill where the door closes and make sure you can hear a click
when you press them. (one each side)
If not, take them out and give them a good clean.
On the charging problem see if you can get you hands on a multimeter (dead cheap at maplins) and
check the voltage without the engine running. (should be about 12 volts)
Then start the engine and check the voltage again, it should be at least 13.8 volts, if not the
alternator is not working correctly. (or the regulator or brushes might be nackered)
Hope this helps.
Cheers,
Paul.
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