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.
See also:
Air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS)
Important SRS precautions
The SRS is designed to work with
the safety belt to help protect the
driver and right front passenger
from certain upper body injuries. Air
bags DO NOT inflate slowl ...
Bodywork and fittings
General information
The model range includes 4-door Saloon, 3
and 5-door Hatchback, 5-door Estate, and 2-
door Pick-up body styles.
Each body is of all-steel welded energyabsorbing
monocoque cons ...
Ignition switch - removal and refitting
Pre-1986 models
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery, undo the screws
and remove the steering column lower
shroud.
2 Insert the ignition key into the lock and turn
it to position I.
3 Using a flat- ...
