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.
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Exhaust manifold - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Remove the air cleaner and pull the hot air
pick-up pipe from the exhaust manifold hot air
shroud.
3 Remove the securing screws (1 screw on
DOHC ...
Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a
Motorcraft maintenance-free battery
which normally does not require
additional water during its life of
service.
However, for severe usage or in high temperature ...
Starter motor brushes - renewal
1 Starter motor brush renewal is a relatively
difficult procedure, requiring skill in the use of
a soldering iron. It should also be borne in
mind that if the starter motor has been in
service lon ...
