Manifolds, exhaust and emission control systems
All models utilise a light alloy inlet manifold which on carburettor models is coolant heated to improve the atomisation of the fuel/air mixture.
The exhaust manifold is of cast iron construction and incorporates a heated air box as part of the air inlet system on carburettor models.
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Contact breaker points renewal (Every 12 000 miles or 12
months)
1 Spring back the retaining clips or undo the
screws as appropriate and lift off the
distributor cap.
2 Withdraw the rotor arm from the distributor
shaft.
3 On the Bosch distributor disconnect th ...
Thermo-time switch - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Drain the cooling system as described in
Chapter 1.
3 Raise the front of the car and support it on
axle stands (see “Jacking and Vehicle
Support ...
Sump - removal and refitting
Note: New gaskets and sealing strips must be
used on refitting.
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead and
drain the engine oil (see Chapter 1).
2 Refer to Chapter 5, Part A and remove th ...
