Maintenance and Specifications

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Pistons and connecting rods - removal and refitting
Note: New connecting rod bolts and a new oil pick-up pipe gasket must be used on refitting. Removal 1 Remove the sump and the cylinder head. 2 Unscrew the two securing bolts, and remove the oil p ...

General description
The cooling system is of the pressurised pump-assisted thermo-syphon type. The system consists of the radiator, water pump, thermostat, electric cooling fan, expansion tank and associated hoses. ...

Engine coolant renewal (Every 36 000 miles (60 000 km) or 3 years)
Caution: Before proceeding, note the precautions given in Chapter 3, Section 1. 1 Disconnect the battery negative lead. 2 It is preferable to drain the cooling system with the engine cold. If thi ...