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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Carburettor (Ford VV type) - removal and refitting
Caution: Refer to the precautions in Section 1 before proceeding. Note: A new gasket must be used when refitting the carburettor. A tachometer and an exhaust gas analyser will be required to chec ...

Suspension and steering check (Every 6000 miles or 6 months)
Front suspension and steering check 1 Raise the front of the vehicle, and securely support it on axle stands (see “Jacking and Vehicle Support”). 2 Visually inspect the balljoint dust covers and ...

Ignition system electronic modules - removal and refitting
Amplifier module - electronic breakerless system Removal 1 The amplifier module is located on the side of the distributor (see illustration). 6.1 Electronic amplifier module locations A Early ...