Exhaust system check (Every 12 000 miles or 12 months)
With the vehicle raised on a hoist or supported on axle stands (see “Jacking and Vehicle Support”), check the exhaust system for signs of leaks, corrosion or damage and check the rubber mountings for condition and security (see illustration). Where damage or corrosion are evident, renew the system complete or in sections, as applicable, using the information given in Chapter 4, Part E.
22.1 Exhaust silencer mounting
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Engine - refitting (automatic transmission in vehicle)
1 Reverse the procedure described in Section
10, noting the following points:
2 Check that the engine adapter plate is
correctly positioned on its locating dowels.
3 As the torque converter is onl ...
Distributor - removal and refitting
Contact breaker ignition system
OHV engines
Removal
1 Disconnect the leads from the spark plugs,
spring back the retaining clips and lift off the
distributor cap.
2 Disconnect the LT lead at the ...
Pistons and connecting rods - removal and refitting
1.8 litre (R2A type)
Removal
1 With the engine removed from the vehicle,
remove the sump and the cylinder head.
2 Check the big-end caps for identification
marks and if necessary use a centre-pun ...
