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 and exhaust systems - carburettor
General information and precautions General information The fuel system on carburettor models may comprise a fuel tank, a fuel pump, a fuel pressure regulator and/or vapour separator, a downdraug ...

Fuel pump - removal and refitting
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Electric window components - removal and refitting
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead. Switches 2 Prise the switch from its location using a thin-bladed screwdriver, and disconnect the wiring plug (see illustration). 49.2 Disconnecting the ...