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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Pistons and connecting rods - removal and refitting
Note: New connecting rod bolts and a new oil pick-up pipe gasket must be used on refitting. Removal 1 Remove the sump and the cylinder head. 2 Unscrew the two securing bolts, and remove the oil p ...

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 ...

Heater motor - removal and refitting
Removal 1 Disconnect the battery negative lead. 2 Where necessary, unclip the brake servo vacuum hose for improved access. 3 On models from 1987, unclip the windscreen washer hoses and wiring fro ...