Front brake disc pad check (Every 6000 miles or 6 months)
1 Place a mirror between the roadwheel and the caliper and check the thickness of the friction material of the disc pads (see illustration). If the material has worn down to the specified minimum or less, the pads must be renewed as an axle set (four pads).
16.1 Checking the front disc pad wear using a mirror
2 For a comprehensive check, the brake pads should be removed and cleaned. This will permit the operation of the caliper to be checked, and the condition of the brake disc itself to be examined on both sides. Refer to Chapter 9 for further information.
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Exterior lamps - removal and refitting
Headlamp
Removal
1 On pre-1986 models, remove the radiator
grille as described in Chapter 11.
2 Working in the engine compartment,
disconnect the headlamp wiring multi-plug
and remove the sidela ...
Front direction indicator lamp unit - removal and refitting
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
Models up to 1987
Low specification
2 Push the lamp unit rearwards into the
bumper until the plastic retaining tang is heard
to click in the locked positio ...
Suspension and steering
General information
The front suspension is of independent
MacPherson strut type incorporating coil
springs and integral telescopic shock
absorbers. The lower end of each strut is
attached to a h ...
