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.

    See also:

    Tailgate (Hatchback and Estate models) - removal and refitting
    Note: On Hatchback models made before 1990 with an integral heated rear window/radio aerial, note that the radio aerial lead is routed through different openings to that of other models in the rea ...

    Initial start-up after overhaul or major repair
    1 Make a final check to ensure that everything has been reconnected to the engine and that no rags or tools have been left in the engine bay. 2 Check that oil and coolant levels are correct. 3 S ...

    Fuel distributor - removal and refitting
    Note: Refer to the precautions at the end of Section 1 before proceeding. It is important to note that each injection supply pipe connection in the distributor head has a screw adjacent to it. The ...