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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Suspension and steering check (Every 6000 miles or 6 months)
Front suspension and steering check 1 Raise the front of the vehicle, and securely support it on axle stands (see “Jacking and Vehicle Support”). 2 Visually inspect the balljoint dust covers and ...

Engine/transmission mountings - removal and refitting
Refer to Part A, Section 11. ...

Alternator - removal and refitting
Removal 1 Disconnect the battery leads. 2 Disconnect the multi-plug, or disconnect the wires from their terminals on the rear of the alternator, noting their locations (as applicable), then slack ...