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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Power-operated folding roof components - removal and refitting
Hydraulic rams
Removal
1 Remove the rear wheelhouse covers with
reference to Section 32.
2 Mark the two hoses connected to the ram
as a guide to reassembly, then remove the
circlips securing the ...
Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Unclip and disconnect the sensor wiring
plug.
3 Remove the two securing screws, and
withdraw the sensor from the throttle valve
shaft (see illus ...
Front direction indicator lamp unit - removal and refitting
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
Models up to 1987
Low specification
2 Push the lamp unit rearwards into the
bumper until the plastic retaining tang is heard
to click in the locked positio ...
