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:
Brake drum - inspection and renewal
Note: Before starting work, refer to the note at
the beginning of Section 2 concerning the
dangers of asbestos dust.
1 Whenever a brake drum is removed, brush
out dust from it, taking care not to ...
Tailgate/boot lid/fuel filler flap release cable - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Operate the control lever to open the
tailgate/boot lid and the fuel filler flap (see
illustration).
14.1 Tailgate/boot lid/fuel filler flap control lever assembly
2 Remove the driver ...
Integral heated rear window/radio aerial amplifier - removal and refitting
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
Saloon models
2 Remove both rear seat side cushions.
3 Remove the securing screws and withdraw
the rear parcel shelf.
4 Make a note of the wiring connectio ...
