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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Service recommendations
To help you service your vehicle: We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easy location. We provide a scheduled maintenance guide which makes tracking routine service ...

Engine oil
Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil. 1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground. 2. Turn the engine off an ...

Bonnet - removal and refitting
Removal 1 Open the bonnet and support it on its stay. 2 Disconnect the screen washer pipe on the underside of the bonnet lid (see illustration). 7.2 Disconnecting the windscreen washer fluid pip ...