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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Folding roof (Cabriolet models) - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Remove the rear side, wheel arch and roof
stowage compartment trim panels.
2 Disconnect the heated rear window wiring
and pull it from the weatherstrip.
3 Release the roof front locking ...
Oil pump - dismantling, inspection and reassembly
Note: A new pressure relief valve plug and
pick-up tube gasket will be required for
reassembly.
Dismantling
1 If oil pump wear is suspected, check the
cost and availability of new parts and the c ...
Throttle housing - removal and refitting
Note: During manufacture the throttle plate is
adjusted so that it is fractionally open, to avoid
the possibility of it jamming shut, and it must
not be repositioned. Idle speed adjustment is
prov ...
