Cooling, heating and ventilation systems

The cooling system is of the pressurised pump-assisted thermo-syphon type. The system consists of the radiator, water pump, thermostat, electric cooling fan, expansion tank and associated hoses.

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Turbocharger-to-manifold nut check - RS Turbo models (Every 12 000 miles or 12 months)
Check the tightness of the turbocharger-toexhaust manifold securing nuts using a torque wrench. ...

Facia - removal and refitting
Pre-1986 models Removal 1 Disconnect the battery negative lead. 2 Remove the under-dash cover panels. 3 Refer to Chapter 10 and remove the steering column assembly. 4 Refer to Chapter 12 and rem ...

Examination and renovation
1 Clean all components using paraffin and a stiff brush, except the crankshaft, which should be wiped clean and the oil passages cleaned out with a length of wire. 2 Never assume that a component ...