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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Headlamp unit - removal and refitting
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead. 2 Remove the radiator grille panel. Models up to 1987 3 Disconnect the headlamp wiring plug(s) see illustration). 41.3 Disconnect the headlamp wiring plu ...

Steering angles and wheel alignment
1 Accurate front wheel alignment is essential to good steering and for even tyre wear. Before considering the steering angles, check that the tyres are correctly inflated, that the roadwheels are ...

Carburettor fuel system
The fuel system on all models with carburettor induction is composed of a centrally mounted fuel tank, a fuel pump, a carburettor and an air cleaner. The fuel tank is mounted under the floor pan ...