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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Air cleaner assembly - removal and refitting
Removal 1 Disconnect the battery negative terminal. 2 Disconnect the crankcase ventilation hoses which are accessible from above, from the air cleaner body (see illustration). 2.2 Disconnecting ...

Final drive oil level check (Every 12 000 miles (20 000 km) or 12 months)
1 Check the final drive oil level as follows. 2 Position the vehicle over a pit, or raise it at front and rear on ramps or axle stands. The vehicle must be level. 3 Wipe clean around the final dri ...

Cigar lighter - removal and refitting
Removal 1 Disconnect the battery negative terminal. 2 On pre-1986 models remove the ashtray then undo the screws and withdraw the ashtray housing. On 1986 models onwards, refer to Section 21 and ...