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:

Sump - removal and refitting
Note: New gaskets and sealing strips will be required for refitting, and sealing compound will be required to coat the gasket faces. Removal 1 If the engine is in the vehicle, proceed as follows, ...

Braking system
General information and precautions General information The braking system is of the dual circuit hydraulic type. The front and rear circuits are operated independently from a tandem master cylin ...

Steering gear bellows - renewal
1 At the first indication of a split or grease leakage from the bellows, renew them. 2 Loosen off the roadwheel bolts, raise the front of the vehicle and support it on stands (see “Jacking and Veh ...