General description

The body is of welded steel construction available in 3 or 5-door Hatchback, 3 or 5- door Estate, soft-top Cabriolet, or Van configurations.

The body is of monocoque construction and is of energy-absorbing design.

Rust and corrosion protection is applied to all new vehicles and includes zinc phosphate dipping and wax injection of box sections and door interiors.

All body panels are welded, including the front wings, so it is recommended that major body damage repairs are left to your dealer.

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    Oil pump - dismantling, inspection and reassembly
    Dismantling 1 The oil pump can be dismantled for cleaning, but if any of the components are worn, the pump must be renewed as an assembly. 2 To dismantle the pump, proceed as follows. 3 Unscrew ...

    Examination and renovation
    1 Clean all components using paraffin and a stiff brush, except the crankshaft, which should be wiped clean and the oil passages cleaned out with a length of wire. 2 Never assume that a component ...

    Wash/wipe system components - removal and refitting
    Windscreen washer pump Engine compartment-mounted reservoir Removal 1 Drain the washer fluid container. 2 Disconnect the lead and washer pipe. 3 Ease the top of the washer pump away from the fl ...