General description
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.
Rust and corrosion protection is applied to all new vehicles and includes zinc phosphate dipping and wax injection of box sections and door interiors.
All body panels are welded, including the front wings, so it is recommended that major body damage repairs are left to your dealer.
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General description
The independent front suspension is of the
MacPherson strut type, incorporating coil
springs and integral telescopic shock
absorbers. Lateral location of each strut
assembly is by a forged or pres ...
Fuel pump - cleaning
Note: Refer to the warning at the end of
Section 1 before proceeding.
1 On certain early models the fuel pump has
a detachable cover allowing access to the
internal filter for cleaning. If this ty ...
Routine maintenance and servicing
This Chapter is designed to help the home mechanic maintain his/her vehicle
for safety, economy, long life and peak performance.
The Chapter contains a master maintenance schedule, followed by Sect ...
