Rear suspension front mounting (Saloon, Hatchback and Estate models) - renewal
1 Chock the front wheels, jack up the rear of the vehicle and support on axle stands placed under the side members.
2 Unscrew and remove the three bolts securing the relevant front guide plate to the underbody and the suspension crossmember.
Where applicable, bend back the lockwasher tab(s) on the larger bolt.
3 Using a length of wood, lever the suspension crossmember downwards a few inches from the underbody, and insert the wood as a wedge.
4 Using a tool similar to the Ford special tool shown (see illustration), or a long bolt with nut, washers and a suitable metal tube, pull the mounting rubber from the crossmember.
15.4 Ford special tool 15-014 for removing rear suspension front mounting
rubber
5 Lubricate the new mounting rubber with soapy water, and use the tool described in the previous paragraph to press the rubber into the crossmember.
6 Further refitting is a reversal of removal.
Where applicable, secure the larger front guide plate bolt by bending up the lockwasher tab(s).
See also:
Accessories
FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE
A wide selection of genuine Ford accessories are available for your
vehicle through your local authorized Ford, Lincoln, Mercury or Ford of
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Major operations possible with the engine in the car
The following work can be carried out
without having to remove the engine:
a) Timing belt - renewal.
b) Camshaft oil seal - renewal.
c) Camshaft - removal and refitting.
d) Cylinder head - remova ...
Fuel tank - removal and refitting
The procedures are the same as described
in Part A of this Chapter for carburettor
engines, but in addition disconnect the fuel
tank-to-fuel pump hose from the rear face of
the tank. ...
