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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Fuel tank - removal and refitting
The procedure is as described in Part A of
this Chapter for carburettor engines. ...
Fuel filler flap - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Open the filler flap and the tailgate or boot
lid, as applicable.
2 Remove the fuel filler cap and then remove
the screw securing the filler housing to the
fuel tank neck (see illustrat ...
Facia - removal and refitting
Pre-1986 models
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Remove the under-dash cover panels.
3 Refer to Chapter 10 and remove the
steering column assembly.
4 Refer to Chapter 12 and rem ...
