Flywheel/driveplate - removal, inspection and refitting
Note: New flywheel securing bolts must be used on refitting.
1.8 litre (R2A type)
1 Refer to Section 26, Chapter 2, Part A but
also note the following points.
2 The flywheel/driveplate securing bolts must be renewed when refitting, and the new bolts are supplied ready-coated with threadlocking compound (see illustration).
24.2 Using an improvised tool to hold the flywheel stationary while
tightening the securing bolts - 1.8 litre (R2A)
3 The ring gear cannot be renewed independently of the flywheel/driveplate. If the ring gear is badly worn or has missing teeth, a new flywheel/driveplate must be fitted.
1.6 and 1.8 litre (R6A type) 4 Refer to Section 26, Chapter 2, Part A, noting the following points.
5 If the engine is in the vehicle, refer to Chapter 6 when removing the clutch.
6 The flywheel securing bolts must be renewed when refitting, and the new bolts are supplied ready-coated with thread-locking compound.
7 The ring gear cannot be renewed independently of the flywheel. If the ring gear is badly worn or has missing teeth, a new flywheel must be fitted. Similarly, the flywheel must be renewed if the crankshaft speed/position sensor toothed disc is damaged.
See also:
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miles or 2 Years)
Warning: This procedure may
result in some fuel spillage. Before
carrying out any operation on the
fuel system refer to the
precautions given in Safety First! at the
beginning of this manual and ...
Engine - refitting (automatic transmission in vehicle)
1 Reverse the procedure in paragraphs 1 to
10 of Section 6, noting the following points.
2 Check that the engine adapter plate is
correctly positioned on its locating dowels. If
necessary, a cable ...
Turbocharger-to-manifold nut check - RS Turbo models (Every 12
000 miles or 12 months)
Check the tightness of the turbocharger-toexhaust
manifold securing nuts using a torque
wrench. ...