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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Crankshaft front oil seal - renewal
Note: A new gasket will be required for refitting if the old seal housing is removed during this procedure. 1 Remove the timing belt and the crankshaft sprocket. 2 If an oil seal removal tool is ...

Engine - refitting (automatic transmission in vehicle)
1 Reverse the procedure described in Section 9, noting the following points. 2 Check that the engine adapter plate is correctly positioned on its locating dowels. 3 As the torque converter is only ...

Emission control system
Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a catalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust emission standards. To make sure that the ...