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:
Major operations possible with the engine in the car
The following work can be carried out
without having to remove the engine:
a) Cylinder head - removal and refitting.
b) Valve clearances - adjustment (see
Chapter 1).
c) Sump - removal and refitt ...
Air filter maintenance
Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals
for changing the air filter element.
When changing the air filter element, use only the Motorcraft air filter
element listed ...
General description
The independent front suspension is of the
MacPherson strut type, incorporating coil
springs and integral telescopic shock
absorbers. Lateral location of each strut
assembly is by a forged or pres ...