Routine maintenance and servicing

This Chapter is designed to help the home mechanic maintain his/her vehicle for safety, economy, long life and peak performance.

The Chapter contains a master maintenance schedule, followed by Sections dealing specifically with each task on the schedule. Visual checks, adjustments, component renewal and other helpful items are included. Refer to the accompanying illustrations of the engine compartment and the underside of the vehicle for the locations of the various components.

See also:

AM/FM stereo/cassette
Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audio system on or off. Turn control to raise or lower volume. If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, ...

Spark plug renewal (Every 12 000 miles or 12 months)
The procedure is as described for RS Turbo models in Section 15. ...

Valve block (ABS) - removal and refitting
Caution: Refer to the precautions in Section 1. Removal 1 Disconnect the battery negative lead. 2 Depressurise the hydraulic system by pumping the brake pedal at least 20 times, or until it beco ...