Thermo-time switch - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Drain the cooling system as described in Chapter 1.
3 Raise the front of the car and support it on axle stands (see “Jacking and Vehicle Support”).
4 Disconnect the wiring multi-plug from the thermo-time switch located on the inlet manifold intermediate flange and accessible from under the car (see illustration).
18.4 Thermo-time switch (A) and temperature sensor (B) on the KE-Jetronic
system (viewed from under the car)
5 Unscrew the unit and remove it from its location.
Refitting
6 Refitting is a reversal of removal. Refill the
cooling system as described in Chapter 1.
See also:
Pistons and connecting rods - removal and refitting
1.8 litre (R2A type)
Removal
1 With the engine removed from the vehicle,
remove the sump and the cylinder head.
2 Check the big-end caps for identification
marks and if necessary use a centre-pun ...
Manifolds, exhaust and emission control systems
All models utilise a light alloy inlet manifold which on
carburettor models is coolant heated to improve the atomisation of the fuel/air
mixture.
The exhaust manifold is of cast iron construction ...
Engine dismantling, examination, renovation and reassembly - general
information
1.8 litre (R2A type)
Dismantling
1 It is best to mount the engine on a
dismantling stand, but if this is not available,
stand the engine on a strong bench at a
comfortable working height. Failing ...
