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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Fuel injector (1.6 and 1.8 litre (R6A type) CVH) - removal and refitting
Caution: Refer to the precautions in Section 1 before proceeding. 1.6 litre Note: New fuel injector seals must be used on refitting. 1 Disconnect the battery negative lead. 2 Remove the air cle ...

Rear suspension/final drive unit rear mounting (Saloon, Hatchback and Estate models) - renewal
Note: From May 1986, revised rear suspension/final drive unit rear mounting bolts have been used in production. Whenever the earlier type of bolts are removed, they should be discarded and the lat ...

Multi-function lever
Windshield wiper: For intermittent wiping, move the control down one position and rotate the wiper switch to the desired position. For low speed wiping, move the control down two positio ...