CVH engines

CVH (Compound Valve angle, Hemispherical combustion chambers) engines are of four cylinder in-line overhead camshaft type, mounted transversely, together with the transmission, at the front of the car.

The crankshaft is supported in five main bearings within a cast iron crankcase.

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Front and rear brake pad/shoe check (Every 6000 miles (10 000 km) or 6 months)
1 Firmly apply the handbrake, then jack up the front and rear of the car and support it securely on axle stands (see “Jacking and vehicle support”). 2 For a quick check, the front brake disc pads ...

Trip computer components - removal and refitting
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead Computer module 2 Remove the single screw from the top edge of the facia panel in which the module is housed, then withdraw the facia panel. 3 Remove the fo ...

Spark plug renewal - RS Turbo models (Every 6000 miles or 6 months)
1 The correct functioning of the spark plugs is vital for the correct running and efficiency of the engine. It is essential that the plugs fitted are appropriate for the engine, and the suitable t ...