Heater unit - overhaul
1 With the heater unit removed from the vehicle, remove the two securing screws and withdraw the heater matrix from the casing (see illustrations).
19.1a Remove the securing screws . . .
19.1b . . . and withdraw the heater matrix
2 Cut the heater casing gasket in line with the casing joint, then use two suitable screwdrivers to prise off the retaining clips and separate the casing halves. Withdraw the lower part of the casing to the side.
3 Remove the air flap valves, then press the control levers from the casing. Note that the “up/down” control lever can only be removed when the marks are aligned as shown (see illustration).
19.3 Heater “up/down” control lever must be aligned as shown before removal
Note that the cross marks are for right-hand drive vehicles
4 Clean all components and hose through the matrix to remove any debris. If necessary use a chemical cleaner to clear the inner passage of the matrix. Renew the components as necessary.
5 Reassembly is a reversal of dismantling.
See also:
Rear suspension front mounting (Saloon, Hatchback and Estate models) -
renewal
1 Chock the front wheels, jack up the rear of
the vehicle and support on axle stands placed
under the side members.
2 Unscrew and remove the three bolts
securing the relevant front guide plate to ...
Radiator fan - removal and refitting
All models except RS Turbo
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
2 Disconnect the wiring plug at the fan motor
and unclip the wiring from the shroud.
3 On pre-1986 models the fan sh ...
Fuel injector - removal and refitting
Note: Refer to the precautions at the end of
Section 1 before proceeding. New injector
seals will be required on refitting.
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Remove the air cleane ...
