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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Bonnet release cable - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Working inside the vehicle, extract the three
screws and remove the steering column
shroud. Open the bonnet. If the cable is broken,
the release latch must be operated using a
suitably ...
Major operations requiring engine removal
The following work can only be carried out
after removal of the engine from the car:
a) Crankshaft main bearings - renewal.
b) Crankshaft - removal and refitting.
c) Flywheel - removal and refitti ...
Exterior lamps - removal and refitting
Headlamp
Removal
1 On pre-1986 models, remove the radiator
grille as described in Chapter 11.
2 Working in the engine compartment,
disconnect the headlamp wiring multi-plug
and remove the sidela ...
