Fuel system - depressurising
Warning: The fuel system will remain pressurised after the engine is switched off. Comply with relevant safety precautions during this operation and refer to the “Safety First” Section at the beginning of this manual before proceeding 1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Position a suitable container beneath the fuel filter.
3 Cover the outlet union on the filter with a wad of absorbent cloth to minimise the risk of fuel spray, then slowly loosen the outlet union and allow the pressure to dissipate.
4 Tighten the union on completion unless the filter is to be renewed.
5 The system will remain depressurised until the fuel pump is primed prior to starting the engine. Remove the container and cloth on completion.
See also:
Rear coil spring (Saloon, Hatchback and Estate models) - removal and
refitting
Models with rear drum brakes
1 Remove the relevant driveshaft.
2 Unscrew the brake pipe from the brake
hose at the bracket on the vehicle underbody.
Plug the ends of the pipe and hose to prevent
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Cylinder head - removal and refitting (engine in vehicle)
Note: Refer to the note at the beginning of
Section 20 before proceeding.
1.8 litre (R2A type)
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Drain the cooling system.
3 Disconnect the heater ...
General information and precautions
General information
The system is best described by dividing it
into four separate sub-systems: air, fuel,
engine management (EEC IV system), and
ignition.
Air system
The air system consists of ...
