Air cleaner - removal and refitting

The procedure is similar to that described in Part A of this Chapter for carburettor engines.

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    Rear suspension and final drive unit assembly (Saloon, Hatchback and Estate models) - removal and refitting
    Note: From May 1986, revised final drive unit rear mounting bolts have been used in production. Whenever the earlier type of bolts are removed, they should be discarded and the later type fitted. ...

    Automatic transmission brake band adjustment (Every 24 000 miles (40 000 km) or 2 years)
    Note: A brake band torque wrench - Ford tool No 17-005, or a conventional torque wrench and a splined socket of suitable size to fit the square section head of the adjuster screw(s) will be requir ...

    Idle speed and mixture adjustment (Every 6000 miles or 6 months)
    Caution: Certain adjustment points in the fuel system are protected by “tamperproof” caps, plugs or seals. In some EEC countries (though not yet in the UK) it is an offence to drive a vehicle wit ...