Heater controls - adjustment
1 On heaters with lever control, set both control levers approximately 2.0 mm up from their lowest setting. On heaters with rotary controls set the controls just off the COLD and CLOSED positions.
2 Release the securing bolts on the cable clamps and pull the temperature control and air direction flap valve arms to the COLD and CLOSED positions respectively (see illustration). Check to see that the setting of the levers or rotary knobs on the control panel has not changed and retighten the cable clamps.
9.2 Heater control cable connections (arrowed) - pre-1986 models
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Engine - removal leaving manual gearbox in vehicle
Note: A suitable hoist and lifting tackle will be
required for this operation.
1.8 litre (R2A type)
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Remove the bonnet.
3 Remove the air cleaner.
4 Disco ...
Thermo-viscous cooling fan (SOHC models) - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Remove the four retaining clips and
unscrew the two retaining screws, then
withdraw the upper section of the fan shroud
(see illustrations).
1 ...
Ignition timing check - models with contact breaker distributor
(Every 6000 miles or 6 months)
Note: With modern ignition systems the only
suitable way to time the ignition accurately is
with a stroboscopic timing light. However, for
initial setting up purposes (ie after major
overhaul, or ...
