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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Crankshaft and main bearings - removal and refitting
Note: A new crankshaft rear oil seal and a new rear oil seal housing gasket should be used on refitting. Removal 1 With the engine removed from the vehicle, remove the timing chain and crankshaft ...

Centre console - removal and refitting
Removal 1 Remove the gear lever knob. 2 Pull the rubber gaiter up the lever and remove it. 3 Undo the four screws and remove the console (see illustrations). 30.3a Centre console lower retaini ...

Rear wheel cylinder (drum brakes) - removal, overhaul and refitting
Caution: Refer to the precautions in Section 1. Saloon, Hatchback and Estate models 1 Chock the front wheels, loosen the relevant roadwheel nuts, then jack up the rear of the vehicle and support ...