Major body damage - repair
Where serious damage has occurred or large areas need renewal due to neglect, it means that completely new sections or panels will need welding in, and this is best left to professionals. If the damage is due to impact, it will also be necessary to completely check the alignment of the bodyshell structure. Due to the principle of construction, the strength and shape of the whole car can be affected by damage to one part. In such instances the service of a dealer with specialist checking jigs are essential. If a body is left misaligned, it is first of all dangerous, as the car will not handle properly, and secondly uneven stresses will be imposed on the steering, engine and transmission, causing abnormal wear or complete failure. Tyre wear may also be excessive.
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What you should know about automotive fuels
Important safety precautions
Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an overfilled tank
may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire.
The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fue ...
Front anti-roll bar - removal and refitting
Removal
1 The anti-roll bar is used in conjunction with
the forged type suspension lower arm.
2 Jack up the front of the car and support it
on stands (see “Jacking and Vehicle Support”).
3 Where ...
Central door locking components - operation, removal and refitting
Note: If a central locking solenoid or motor is
to be renewed due to jamming or overheating,
the central locking relay must be renewed at
the same time even if it is believed to be
working correct ...
