Suspension and steering

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 pressed steel lower suspension arm containing rubber inner mounting bushes and incorporating a balljoint at their outer ends.

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Weber 2V carburettor automatic choke unit - adjustment
XR3 models 1 Remove the air cleaner as described in Section 2. 2 Disconnect the electrical lead to the automatic choke. 3 Unscrew and remove the three screws which hold the automatic choke housi ...

Exhaust manifold nut check - RS Turbo models (Every 6000 miles or 6 months)
Check the tightness of the exhaust manifold securing nuts using a torque wrench. ...

Carburettor (Weber 2V TLD) - removal and refitting
Caution: Refer to the precautions in Section 1 before proceeding. Note: A new gasket must be used when refitting the carburettor. A tachometer and an exhaust gas analyser will be required to chec ...