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.
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Major operations possible with the engine in the car
The following work can be carried out
without having to remove the engine:
a) Timing belt - renewal.
b) Camshaft oil seal - renewal.
c) Camshaft - removal and refitting.
d) Cylinder head - remova ...
Cylinder head - inspection and renovation
Note: On engines fitted with hardened valve
seats for use with unleaded petrol, valve and
valve seat grinding and recutting cannot be
carried out without the use of specialist
equipment. Consult a ...
Steering intermediate shaft and flexible coupling - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Apply the handbrake, jack up the front of
the vehicle and support on axle stands.
2 Working in the engine compartment,
unscrew the bolt securing the intermediate
shaft to the inner colu ...
