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:
Engine mountings - renewal
1 The engine mountings incorporate
hydraulic dampers and must be renewed if
excessive engine movement is evident.
2 Working in the engine compartment,
unscrew the central nuts securing the engine
...
Idle speed control valve - removal and refitting
Note: A new gasket must be used when
refitting the valve.
2.0 litre SOHC models
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Disconnect the idle speed control valve
wiring plug by releasing the reta ...
Electrical system
The body electrical system consists of all lights, wash/wipe
equipment, interior electrical equipment, and associated switches and wiring. ...
