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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Radio aerial (exteriormounted) - removal and refitting
1 On models fitted with an electric aerial, disconnect the battery negative lead. Saloon and Estate models 2 Remove the right-hand side trim panel from the luggage compartment. 3 Working outside ...

Fuel level sender unit - removal and refitting
Caution: Refer to the precautions in Section 1 before proceeding. A new seal must be used when refitting the sender unit. Saloon, Hatchback and Estate models All models except 2.0 litre DOHC 1 ...

Cylinder head - removal and refitting (engine removed)
Note: The cylinder head bolts must always be renewed after slackening, and a new cylinder head gasket and camshaft cover gasket must be used on refitting. If the engine has recently run, the cylin ...