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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Intercooler - removal and refitting
1985 models Removal 1 Disconnect the battery negative lead. 2 Remove the air cleaner as described in Section 2. 3 Remove the intercooler upper and lower air hoses (see illustration). 22.3 Int ...

Rear seat catch - removal and refitting
Saloon models 1 Working in the luggage compartment, release the seat catch by pulling the release knob, or if the cable is broken, use a screwdriver to release the catch itself. 2 Fold the backre ...

Alternator - removal and refitting
Note: Refer to the precautions at the end of Section 1 before proceeding. Removal 1 The operations are similar for all makes of alternator. 2 Disconnect the battery negative terminal, then disco ...