Ignition systems

The ignition system is divided into two circuits, low tension (primary) and high tension (secondary). The low tension circuit consists of the battery, ignition switch, primary coil windings and the contact breaker points and condenser. The high tension circuit consists of the secondary coil windings, the heavy ignition lead from the centre of the distributor cap to the coil, the rotor arm and the spark plug leads and spark plugs.

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Steering column - removal, overhaul and refitting
Removal 1 Disconnect the battery negative terminal. 2 Turn the ignition key and rotate the steering wheel to bring the front roadwheels to the straight-ahead position. 3 Working within the engine ...

Front foglamps - removal and refitting
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead. Models up to 1987 2 Remove the relevant front direction indicator lamp unit. 3 Release the retaining catch on the inside edge of the lamp, then withdraw th ...

Cylinder head - removal and refitting (engine in vehicle)
Note: Refer to the warning in Section 8 and the note at the beginning of Section 21 before proceeding. Removal 1 Disconnect the battery negative lead. 2 Drain the cooling system. 3 Disconnect th ...