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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Bulbs
Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently. Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized ...

Carburettors (all types) - dismantling and reassembly
1 A complete strip-down of a carburettor is unlikely to cure a fault which is not immediately obvious without introducing new problems. If persistent carburation problems are encountered, it is re ...

Weber 2V carburettor - removal and refitting
Note: Refer to the warning at the end of Section 1 before proceeding. XR3 models Removal 1 Disconnect the battery negative lead. 2 Remove the air cleaner as described in Section 2. 3 Disconnect ...