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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Throttle cable - adjustment, removal and refitting
The procedure is similar to that described in Part A of this Chapter for carburettor engines. ...

Cylinder head - removal and refitting
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Specifications
General System type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bosch mechanical continuous injection system Application: XR3i and XR3i Cabriolet m ...