Rear roadspring (Van models) - removal and refitting
Removal
1 To remove the single leaf type rear
roadspring from the Van, raise the rear of the
vehicle and support it securely under the body
members (see “Jacking and Vehicle Support”).
Support the axle tube using a jack or stands.
2 Unscrew the spring U-bolt nuts and withdraw the bump rubber plate complete with shock absorber lower attachment (see illustration).
14.2 Rear roadspring U-bolt nuts (arrowed) - Van models
3 Disconnect the shackle from the rear end of the roadspring and pull the spring downward.
4 Unscrew and remove the spring front eye bolt and nut (see illustration).
14.4 Rear roadspring front eye bolt - Van models
A Pivot bolt
B Mounting bracket
C Spring eye
5 Remove the spring from under the vehicle.
Refitting
6 Refit by reversing the removal operations,
but do not tighten the nuts to the specified
torque until the weight of the vehicle has been
lowered onto the wheels.
7 On completion adjust the braking system light laden valve as described in Chapter 9.
See also:
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Rear suspension/final drive unit rear mounting (Saloon, Hatchback and Estate
models) - renewal
Note: From May 1986, revised rear
suspension/final drive unit rear mounting bolts
have been used in production. Whenever the
earlier type of bolts are removed, they should
be discarded and the lat ...
Camshaft and cam followers - removal, inspection and refitting
Note: A new camshaft oil seal and new rocker
arm securing nuts should be used when
refitting.
1.8 litre (R2A type)
Removal
1 Remove the cylinder head.
2 Unscrew the securing bolts and remove the ...