Engine - refitting (manual gearbox in vehicle)
1.8 litre (R2A type)
1 Reverse the procedure described in
Section 8, noting the following points.
2 Before attempting to refit the engine, check that the clutch friction disc is centralised. This is necessary to ensure that the gearbox input shaft splines will pass through the splines in the centre of the friction disc.
3 Check that the clutch release arm and bearing are correctly fitted, and lightly grease the input shaft splines.
4 Check that the engine adapter plate is correctly positioned on its locating dowels.
5 Reconnect the clutch cable to the release arm, ensuring that it is routed as noted during removal.
6 Fill the engine with the correct grade and quantity of oil.
7 Fill the cooling system.
8 Check and if necessary adjust the tension of the alternator drivebelt.
9 Adjust the throttle cable.
1.6 and 1.8 litre (R6A type) 10 Reverse the procedure described in Section 8, noting the points made above.
See also:
Airflow meter - removal and refitting
Note: A tachometer and an exhaust gas
analyser will be required to check the idle
mixture on completion.
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Depress the locking clip on the airflow
meter wi ...
Starting a petrol engine
Note: You can only operate the starter
for a maximum of 30 seconds at a time.
Cold or hot engine
All vehicles
CAUTION:
When the temperature is below
-20ºC (-4ºF), switch the ignition o ...
Front suspension lower arm inner pivot bush - renewal
1 To improve access, raise the front of the
vehicle on ramps. Apply the handbrake.
2 Unscrew and remove the nut, washer and
pivot bolt securing the relevant lower arm to
the crossmember.
3 Remove ...