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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Battery - testing and charging
Note: Refer to the precautions at the end of Section 1 before proceeding. Standard and low maintenance battery - testing 1 If the car covers a small annual mileage it is worthwhile checking the s ...

Rear shock absorber (Saloon and Estate models) - removal, testing and refitting
Removal 1 Slacken the roadwheel bolts, raise the rear of the vehicle, support it on stands (see “Jacking and Vehicle Support”) and remove the roadwheel. 2 Support the suspension lower arm with a ...

Windscreen/tailgate wiper blades and arms - removal and refitting
Removal 1 Pull the wiper arm away from the glass until the arm locks. 2 Depress the small clip on the blade and slide the blade out of the hooked part of the arm (see illustration). 17.2 Disco ...