Rear anti-roll bar (Saloon, Hatchback and Estate models) - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Loosen the rear roadwheel nuts, chock the
front wheels, jack up the rear of the vehicle
and support on axle stands placed under the
side members.
2 Prise off the straps which connect the anti-roll bar to the suspension lower arms (see illustration).
17.2 Anti-roll bar-to-lower arm connecting strap
3 Unbolt the two securing brackets from the underbody, and remove the anti-roll bar (see illustration).
17.3 Anti-roll bar-to-underbody securing bracket
4 The connecting straps can be prised from the ends of the anti-roll bar, and the underbody mounting brackets and rubbers, which are of a split design, can be pulled off.
5 When fitting new mounting components, lubricate the rubber parts with soapy water to ease assembly.
Refitting
6 Refitting is a reversal of removal. Tighten
the anti-roll bar-to-underbody securing bolts
to the specified torque.
See also:
Rear shock absorbers (Van models) - removal, testing and
refitting
Removal
1 Raise and support the rear of the vehicle on
stands (see “Jacking and Vehicle Support”).
Place a jack beneath the rear axle tube and
just raise it slightly.
2 Disconnect the shock absor ...
Fuel pump - cleaning
Note: Refer to the warning at the end of
Section 1 before proceeding.
1 On certain early models the fuel pump has
a detachable cover allowing access to the
internal filter for cleaning. If this ty ...
Seating
Notes:
Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the
seat's safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the
event of a collision.
Do not pile cargo higher than the seat ...
