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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Flywheel/driveplate - removal, inspection and refitting
Note: The manufacturers recommend that the flywheel/driveplate securing bolts are renewed after slackening. Suitable thread-locking agent will be required to coat the bolt threads. Removal 1 If t ...

Engine/automatic transmission assembly - reconnection and refitting
1 Reverse the procedure described in paragraphs 1 to 25 of Section 8, noting the following points. 2 Check that the engine adapter plate is correctly positioned on its locating dowels. If necessa ...

Electrical fault finding - general information
Refer to Chapter 12. ...