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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Manual transmission oil level check (Every 12 000 miles or 12
months)
1 With the car on level ground wipe the area
around the filler plug, then unscrew the plug
using a socket spanner, or on later versions a
suitable Torx or Allen key or socket bit, as
applicable. A ...
Throttle position sensor - removal and refitting
Note: During this procedure ensure that the
sensor wiper is not rotated beyond its normal
operating arc.
2.0 litre SOHC models
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Free the throttle position ...
Vacuum servo unit and linkage - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Refer to Section 12 and remove the master
cylinder.
2 On fuel-injection models unclip and lift out
the front section of the heater plenum
chamber to provide access to the connecting
li ...
