Cooling, heating and ventilation systems
The cooling system is of the pressurised pump-assisted thermo-syphon type. The system consists of the radiator, water pump, thermostat, electric cooling fan, expansion tank and associated hoses.
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Door trim panel - removal and refitting
Pre-1986 models
Removal
1 On Ghia versions only, remove the panel
capping by carefully prising out the retaining
clips using a forked tool. This can easily be
made from a piece of scrap metal.
2 ...
Rear hub bearings - adjustment
Note: A new hub nut split-pin must be used
on refitting.
1 Raise and support the rear of the vehicle on
stands. Release the handbrake.
2 This adjustment will normally only be
required if, when th ...
Heater unit - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 If the coolant is still hot, release the
pressure in the system by slowly unscrewing
the expansion tank cap. Place a thick rag over
the cap to pr ...
