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.

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Engine dismantling, examination, renovation and reassembly - general information
Dismantling 1 It is best to mount the engine on a dismantling stand but if this is not available, stand the engine on a strong bench at a comfortable working height. Failing this, it will have to ...

Major operations possible with the engine in the car
The following work can be carried out without having to remove the engine: a) Cylinder head - removal and refitting. b) Valve clearances - adjustment (see Chapter 1). c) Sump - removal and refitt ...

Steering intermediate shaft and flexible coupling - removal and refitting
Removal 1 Apply the handbrake, jack up the front of the vehicle and support on axle stands. 2 Working in the engine compartment, unscrew the bolt securing the intermediate shaft to the inner colu ...