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 Sections dealing specifically with each task on the schedule. Visual checks, adjustments, component renewal and other helpful items are included. Refer to the accompanying illustrations of the engine compartment and the underside of the vehicle for the locations of the various components.

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Throttle valve control motor - removal and refitting
Removal 1 Disconnect the battery negative lead. 2 Remove the air cleaner assembly. 3 Disconnect the wiring plugs from the motor and the throttle position sensor. 4 Remove the screws securing the ...

Accelerator pedal - removal and refitting
The procedure is the same as described in Part A of this Chapter for carburettor models. ...

General Repair Procedures
Whenever servicing, repair or overhaul work is carried out on the car or its components, it is necessary to observe the following procedures and instructions. This will assist in carrying out the ...