Wiring Diagrams for the MK1 Cortina range.

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Note: There is a 5 Amp glass in-line fuse fitted about 2 - 3 inches from the Flasher unit on all models. Not a lot of people know this !!! 

The following diagram is for the MK1 Cortina until April 1963.

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The following diagram is for the MK1 Cortina from April 1963 onwards.

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The following diagram is for the Standard and De Luxe models from October 1964 onwards.

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The following diagram is for the GT.

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The following diagram is for the early Lotus. (No dates available ??. Can YOU supply dates ??)

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The following diagram is for the later Lotus. (No dates available ?? Can YOU supply dates ??)

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Note: These two Lotus wiring diagrams look very similar. The difference seems to be in the area of the lighting and indicator switches.

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