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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Front direction indicator side repeater lamp - removal and refitting
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead. Models up to 1987 2 To improve access, turn the steering onto full lock. 3 Remove the relevant wheel arch liner. 4 Working under the wheel arch, depress th ...

Steering gear - removal, overhaul and refitting
Removal Note: New tie-rod balljoint split-pins must be used on refitting. 1 Set the front roadwheels in the straightahead position. 2 Raise the front of the vehicle and fit stands (see “Jacking ...

Fuel computer components - removal and refitting
Computer unit Removal 1 Disconnect the battery negative terminal. 2 Undo the two instrument panel bezel retaining screws and ease the bezel out to release the lower clips. 3 Withdraw the compute ...