Throttle housing - removal and refitting
Note: A new gasket must be used on refitting.
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Depressurise the fuel system as described in Section 6.
3 Remove the air inlet pipe (see illustration).
9.3 Air inlet pipe securing screws (A) and hose securing clip (B) - 1.6 EFI
engine
4 Disconnect the throttle cable from the throttle valve linkage, then unbolt the cable bracket from the housing.
5 Disconnect the throttle position sensor wiring plug.
6 Unscrew the four securing nuts, and withdraw the throttle housing from the inlet manifold. Recover the gasket.
Refitting
7 Refitting is a reversal of removal, but use a
new gasket between the throttle housing and
the inlet manifold.
See also:
Bonnet - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Open the bonnet and support it on its stay.
2 Disconnect the screen washer pipe on the
underside of the bonnet lid (see illustration).
7.2 Disconnecting the windscreen washer fluid pip ...
Maintenance - bodywork, underside and fittings
The general condition of a vehicle’s
bodywork is the one thing that significantly
affects its value. Maintenance is easy but
needs to be regular. Neglect, particularly after
minor damage, can lead ...
Headlamp unit - removal and refitting
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Remove the radiator grille panel.
Models up to 1987
3 Disconnect the headlamp wiring plug(s)
see illustration).
41.3 Disconnect the headlamp wiring plu ...
