Idle speed compensator - removal and refitting
Removal
1 The idle speed compensator is only fitted to
K-Jetronic systems from 1986 onwards and is
located in the centre of the engine
compartment bulkhead (see illustration).
19.1 K-Jetronic system idle speed compensator location
2 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
3 Disconnect the electrical lead, undo the two screws and withdraw the unit. Detach the air hoses from each end and remove the compensator.
Refitting
4 Refitting is a reversal of removal. The air
hoses can be connected to either end and the
arrows on the unit can be ignored.
See also:
Heater unit - overhaul
1 With the heater unit removed from the
vehicle, remove the two securing screws and
withdraw the heater matrix from the casing
(see illustrations).
19.1a Remove the securing screws . . .
19.1 ...
Coolant renewal (Every 24 000 miles or 2 Years)
Cooling system draining
1 It is preferable to drain the system when the
coolant is cold. If it must be drained when hot,
release the pressure cap on the thermostat
housing (or expansion tank on la ...
Automatic transmission selector mechanism check (Every 12 000
miles or 12 months)
Carry out a thorough road test, ensuring
that all gearchanges occur smoothly without
snatching, and without an increase in engine
speed between changes. Check that all gear
positions can be engage ...
