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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Door inner trim panel - removal and refitting
Front door Models up to 1987 1 On models with manually-operated windows, prise the cover from the window regulator handle, note the position of the handle with the window fully shut, then remove ...

Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor - removal and refitting
Removal 1 The ECT sensor is screwed into the inlet manifold. 2 Disconnect the battery negative lead. 3 Partially drain the cooling system as described in Chapter 1. 4 Disconnect the sensor wirin ...

Fuel pressure regulator - removal and refitting
Note: Refer to the precautions at the end of Section 1 before proceeding. A new sealing ring will be required on refitting. Removal 1 Disconnect the battery negative lead. 2 Depressurise the fuel ...