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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Auxiliary air device - removal and refitting
K-Jetronic system Removal 1 Disconnect the battery earth lead. 2 Disconnect the wiring multi-plug and the two air hoses from the device which is located beneath the cold start valve (see illustra ...

Airflow meter - removal and refitting
Note: A tachometer and an exhaust gas analyser will be required to check the idle mixture on completion. 1 Disconnect the battery negative lead. 2 Depress the locking clip on the airflow meter wi ...

Steering wheel - removal and refitting
Removal 1 Set the front wheels in the straight-ahead position. 2 Prise the trim insert from the centre of the steering wheel, and where applicable, disconnect the horn electrical lead(s) (see il ...