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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Crankshaft front oil seal - renewal
Note: A new gasket will be required for refitting if the old seal housing is removed during this procedure. 1 Remove the timing belt and the crankshaft sprocket. 2 If an oil seal removal tool is ...

Master cylinder (conventional braking system) - removal, overhaul and refitting
Note: Before commencing overhaul obtain a repair kit containing new pistons and seals. Caution: Refer to the precautions in Section 1. Removal 1 Depress the brake pedal several times to dissipat ...

Cold start valve - removal and refitting
Note: Refer to the precautions at the end of Section 1 before proceeding. K-Jetronic system Removal 1 Disconnect the battery earth lead. 2 Detach the electrical wiring multi-plug from the valve ...