Suspension and steering

The independent front suspension is of the MacPherson strut type, incorporating coil springs and integral telescopic shock absorbers. Lateral location of each strut assembly is by a forged or pressed steel lower suspension arm containing rubber inner mounting bushes and incorporating a balljoint at their outer ends.

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Radio aerial (exteriormounted) - removal and refitting
1 On models fitted with an electric aerial, disconnect the battery negative lead. Saloon and Estate models 2 Remove the right-hand side trim panel from the luggage compartment. 3 Working outside ...

Service recommendations
To help you service your vehicle: We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easy location. We provide a scheduled maintenance guide which makes tracking routine service ...

Routine maintenance and servicing
This Chapter is designed to help the home mechanic maintain his/her vehicle for safety, economy, long life and peak performance. The Chapter contains a master maintenance schedule, followed by Sect ...