Fuel pump - cleaning
Note: Refer to the warning at the end of Section 1 before proceeding.
1 On certain early models the fuel pump has a detachable cover allowing access to the internal filter for cleaning. If this type of pump is fitted (identified by a raised cover secured with a screw) the filter can be cleaned as follows.
2 Place a piece of rag around the pump body to catch the fuel which will drain out when the cover is removed.
3 Unscrew and remove the single cover screw and lift off the cover (see illustration).
4.3 CVH engine fuel pump filter components
A Pump cover B Filter
4 Take out the rubber sealing ring and the filter screen from inside the cover.
5 Clean the screen by brushing it in clean fuel, then fit it into the cover, noting the projections on some screens which centralise it.
6 Fit the sealing ring. If it is not in good order, renew it.
7 Locate the cover on the pump body. On some pumps, the cover is correctly installed when the notch in the cover engages in the groove in the pump body.
8 Screw in the retaining screw, but do not overtighten it provided it is making a good seal.
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General information
The 2.0 litre DOHC (Double OverHead
Camshaft) engine was introduced in August
1989 to replace the 2.0 litre SOHC engine
used previously in the Sierra range. The
engine is of four-cylinder, in-line ...
Fuel injectors - removal and refitting
Caution: Refer to the
precautions in Section 1 before
proceeding.
Note: A tachometer and an exhaust gas
analyser will be required to check the idle
mixture on completion. New seals and
retaining ...
Engine mountings - renewal
1 The engine mountings incorporate
hydraulic dampers and must be renewed if
excessive engine movement is evident.
2 Working in the engine compartment,
unscrew the central nuts securing the engine
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