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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CFI unit (1.6 and 1.8 litre (R6A type) CVH) - removal and refitting
Caution: Refer to the
precautions in Section 1 before
proceeding. A new gasket must
be used on refitting.
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Remove the air cleaner assembly.
3 De ...
Light laden valve (Van models) - adjustment, removal and
refitting
1 The light laden valve used on Van models is
a pressure regulating valve which reacts to
suspension height according to vehicle load.
The valve is mounted on the underside of the
vehicle above th ...
Idle speed and mixture adjustment (Every 6000 miles or 6
months)
Caution: Certain adjustment
points in the fuel system are
protected by “tamperproof”
caps, plugs or seals. In some
EEC countries (though not yet in the UK)
it is an offence to drive a vehicle wit ...
