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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Instrument panel - removal and refitting
Pre-1986 models Removal 1 Disconnect the battery negative terminal. 2 Extract the screws and pull the instrument panel bezel from the panel. The two clips at the base of the bezel will release by ...

Engine/automatic transmission assembly - removal and separation
Note: A suitable hoist and lifting tackle will be required for this operation. Any suspected faults in the automatic transmission should be referred to a Ford dealer or automatic transmission spec ...

Fuel cut-off (inertia) switch - removal and refitting
The procedure is as described in Part C of this Chapter for models with the CFI system. ...