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:
Contact breaker points adjustment - models with contact breaker
distributor (Every 6000 miles or 6 months)
1 Spring back the retaining clips or undo the
screws as appropriate and lift off the
distributor cap.
2 Withdraw the rotor arm from the distributor
shaft.
3 Using a screwdriver, gently prise the
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Weber 2V carburettor - adjustment
Idle speed and mixture
adjustment
1 Refer to Chapter 1.
Fast idle speed (XR3 models)
2 Remove the air cleaner as described in
Section 2.
3 Have the engine at normal operating
temperature, with ...
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 ...
