Automatic transmission selector mechanism check (Every 12 000 miles or 12 months)
Carry out a thorough road test, ensuring that all gearchanges occur smoothly without snatching, and without an increase in engine speed between changes. Check that all gear positions can be engaged with the appropriate movement of the selector lever, and with the vehicle at rest. Check the operation of the parking pawl when “P” is selected.
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Trailer towing
Your vehicle is capable of towing a trailer up to 454 kg (1,000 lbs.) gross
trailer weight with a maximum tongue load of 45 kg (100 lbs.). Do not
tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at ...
Cylinder head - removal and refitting (engine removed)
Note: Up to early 1984, splined type cylinder
head bolts were used, and from early 1984,
size T55 Torx bolts were used. Torx type bolts
must always be renewed after slackening. The
two types of bo ...
Hydraulic system - bleeding (conventional braking system)
Note: On cars equipped with the Anti-lock
Braking System, refer to Section 23.
Warning: Hydraulic fluid is
poisonous; wash off immediately
and thoroughly in the case of skin
contact, and seek imm ...
