Bodywork and fittings

The body is of welded steel construction available in 3 or 5-door Hatchback, 3 or 5- door Estate, soft-top Cabriolet, or Van configurations.

The body is of monocoque construction and is of energy-absorbing design.

See also:

Temperature gauge sender unit - removal and refitting
Note: Suitable jointing compound will be required on refitting. Removal 1 With the engine cold unscrew the pressure cap on the thermostat housing or expansion tank as applicable, then refit it. T ...

Air cleaner - removal and refitting
2.0 litre SOHC models 1 Disconnect the battery negative lead. 2 Depress the locking clip on the airflow meter wiring plug and disconnect the plug. Pull on the plug, not the wiring. 3 Loosen the s ...

Final drive oil level check (Every 12 000 miles (20 000 km) or 12 months)
1 Check the final drive oil level as follows. 2 Position the vehicle over a pit, or raise it at front and rear on ramps or axle stands. The vehicle must be level. 3 Wipe clean around the final dri ...