Major operations requiring engine removal
The following work can only be carried out after removal of the engine from the car: a) Crankshaft main bearings - renewal .
b) Crankshaft - removal and refitting.
c) Flywheel - removal and refitting.
d) Crankshaft rear oil seal - renewal.
e) Camshaft - removal and refitting.
f) Timing gears and chain - removal and refitting.
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General description
The body is of welded steel construction
available in 3 or 5-door Hatchback, 3 or 5-
door Estate, soft-top Cabriolet, or Van
configurations.
The body is of monocoque construction
and is of energy ...
Engine dismantling, examination, renovation and reassembly - general
information
Dismantling
1 It is best to mount the engine on a
dismantling stand but if this is not available,
stand the engine on a strong bench at a
comfortable working height. Failing this, it will
have to ...
Examination and renovation
1 Clean all components using paraffin and a
stiff brush, except the crankshaft, which
should be wiped clean and the oil passages
cleaned out with a length of wire.
2 Never assume that a component ...
