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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Idle speed control valve - removal and refitting
Note: A new gasket must be used when refitting the valve. 2.0 litre SOHC models 1 Disconnect the battery negative lead. 2 Disconnect the idle speed control valve wiring plug by releasing the reta ...

Oil pump - dismantling, inspection and reassembly
Note: A new pressure relief valve plug and pick-up tube gasket will be required for reassembly. Dismantling 1 If oil pump wear is suspected, check the cost and availability of new parts and the c ...

Door trim panel - removal and refitting
Pre-1986 models Removal 1 On Ghia versions only, remove the panel capping by carefully prising out the retaining clips using a forked tool. This can easily be made from a piece of scrap metal. 2 ...