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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Master cylinder - removal, overhaul and refitting
Note: Before starting work, refer to the warning at the beginning of Section 3 concerning the dangers of hydraulic fluid. Removal 1 Disconnect the leads from the level warning switch in the reser ...

Rear suspension lower arm (Saloon and Estate models) - removal and refitting
Removal 1 Raise the rear of the car and support it on stands (see “Jacking and Vehicle Support”). 2 On cars equipped with the anti-lock braking system, refer to Chapter 9 and remove the load appo ...

Steering and suspension security check (Every 12 000 miles (20 000 km) or 12 months)
1 Check the shock absorbers by bouncing the vehicle up and down at each corner in turn. When released, it should come to rest within one complete oscillation. Continued movement, or squeaking and ...