Fuel pressure regulator (models up to 1985) - removal and refitting
Caution: Refer to the precautions in Section 1 before proceeding.
Removal
1 The fuel pressure regulator is located on the
left-hand side of the engine compartment
(see illustration).
5.1 Fuel pressure regulator location - models up to 1985
2 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
3 Identify the fuel hose locations, as an aid to refitting. Note that there are three hose connections on models without a fuel flow sensor unit, and two hose connections on models with a fuel flow sensor unit.
4 Disconnect and plug the fuel hoses.
5 Remove the two securing screws and withdraw the regulator.
Refitting
6 Refitting is a reversal of removal, ensuring
that the fuel hoses are correctly connected. If
the hoses were originally secured with
crimped type clips, discard them and use new
worm drive clips.
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after removal of the engine from the car:
a) Crankshaft main bearings - renewal.
b) Crankshaft - removal and refitting.
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Coolant pump/alternator drivebelt tensioner (DOHC models with power
steering) - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Remove the alternator drivebelt.
2 Loosen the alternator lower mounting
through-bolt, then remove the alternator
upper mounting bolt and swing the alternator
away from the engine.
3 Un ...
