Brake components check (Every 36 000 miles or 3 years)
1 Inspect the thickness of the friction linings on the disc pads and brake shoes (as described earlier in this Chapter) at the intervals specified.
2 The rigid and flexible hydraulic pipes and hoses should be inspected for leaks or damage regularly. Although the rigid lines are plastic-coated in order to preserve them against corrosion, check for damage which may have occurred through flying stones, careless jacking or the traversing of rough ground.
3 Bend the hydraulic flexible hoses sharply with the fingers and examine the surface of the hose for signs of cracking or perishing of the rubber. Renew if evident.
4 Renew the brake fluid at the specified intervals and examine all rubber components (including master cylinder and piston seals) with a critical eye, renewing where necessary.
See also:
CVH engines
CVH (Compound Valve angle, Hemispherical combustion chambers)
engines are of four cylinder in-line overhead camshaft type, mounted
transversely, together with the transmission, at the front of the ...
Radiator grille panel - removal and refitting
Models up to 1987
1 With the bonnet raised, remove the four
grille panel securing screws from the top of
the front panel.
2 Lift the grille panel from its lower mounting
bushes, and withdraw it f ...
Braking system warning lamps and electrical switches - removal
and refitting
General
1 All models are fitted with a low fluid level
warning switch in the master cylinder reservoir
cap and a brake pedal stop-lamp switch.
2 Some versions have front disc pad wear
sensors and ...
