Front foglamps - removal and refitting
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
Models up to 1987
2 Remove the relevant front direction
indicator lamp unit.
3 Release the retaining catch on the inside edge of the lamp, then withdraw the lamp from the bumper and disconnect the wiring plug (see illustration).
46.3 Front foglamp removal - models up to 1987
A Retaining catch
4 Refitting is a reversal of removal.
Models from 1987
5 Remove the two securing screws, then
withdraw the lamp forwards and disconnect
the two wiring plugs.
6 Refitting is a reversal of removal, but where necessary use a new gasket between the lamp and bumper.
7 On completion, the vertical alignment of the foglamp must be adjusted. For the foglamps, dimension “X” (see illustration, 42.4) should be taken as 220.0 mm (8.7 in). The adjuster screw is located on the inside edge of the lamp above the securing screw (see illustration).
46.7 Front foglamp adjuster screw (A) and securing screws (B) - models from
1987
Rear number plate lamp - removal and refitting
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
Saloon, Hatchback and Estate
models
2 To remove a lamp, simply prise it from the
bumper using a thin-bladed screwdriver, and
disconnect the wiring plug (see illustration).
47.2 Removing a rear number plate lamp - Saloon, Hatchback and Estate models
3 Refitting is a reversal of removal.
P100 models
4 Working behind the rear crossmember, pull
the wiring plug from its clip and disconnect it.
5 Pull the lamp cover from the rubber housing, then pull the rubber housing and the wiring from the crossmember.
6 Refitting is a reversal of removal.
See also:
Fluid leak check (Every 6000 miles (10 000 km) or 6 months)
1 Visually inspect the engine joint faces,
gaskets and seals for any signs of water or oil
leaks. Pay particular attention to the areas
around the rocker cover, cylinder head, oil
filter and sump ...
Specifications
Battery
Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 volt lead-acid, 35 to 52 Ah depending on model
Charge condition:
Poor . . . ...
Front wheel alignment - checking and adjusting
1 Front wheel alignment is defined by
camber, castor steering axis inclination and
toe setting. The first three factors are
determined in production; only toe can be
adjusted in service. Incorrect ...
