Handbrake lever - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Chock the front wheels, raise and support
the vehicle at the rear using stands (see
“Jacking and Vehicle Support”) then release
the handbrake.
2 Working underneath, extract the spring clip and clevis pin and disconnect the primary cable from the equaliser.
3 From inside the car detach the handbrake warning switch.
4 Disconnect the cable from the handbrake lever by extracting the clip and clevis pin (see illustration).
10.4 Removing handbrake lever clevis pin and clip
5 Unscrew the lever securing bolts and remove the lever.
Refitting
6 Refitting is the reverse sequence to
removal. On completion adjust the handbrake
cable, if necessary, as described in Section 8.
See also:
Dimensions and Weights
Note: All figures are approximate, and may vary according to
model. Refer to manufacturer’s data for exact figures.
Dimensions
Overall length:
Pre-1986 models:
Saloon and Cabriolet . . . . . . . ...
Driveshaft check (Every 12 000 miles or 12 months)
1 Carry out a thorough inspection of the
driveshafts and joints as follows.
2 Jack up the front of the car and support it
securely on axle stands (see “Jacking and
Vehicle Support”).
3 Slowly rot ...
Cargo area (P100 models) - removal and refitting
Note: A suitable lifting crane and tackle will be
required for this operation.
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Remove the fuel filler cap, then drain the
fuel tank.
3 Remove th ...