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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Carburettor (Pierburg 2V type) - fast idle speed adjustment
1 Check the idle speed and mixture adjustment. The idle speed must be correct before attempting to check or adjust the fast idle speed. 2 With the engine at normal operating temperature, and a ta ...

Transmission fluid
Checking automatic transmission fluid Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transaxle does not consume fluid. However, the fluid lev ...

Camshaft and cam followers - removal, inspection and refitting
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