Major operations possible with the engine in the car
The following work can be carried out without having to remove the engine: a) Cylinder head - removal and refitting.
b) Valve clearances - adjustment (see Chapter 1).
c) Sump - removal and refitting.
d) Rocker gear - overhaul.
e) Crankshaft front oil seal - renewal .
f) Pistons/connecting rods - removal and refitting.
g) Engine mountings - renewal.
h) Oil filter - removal and refitting.
I) Oil pump - removal and refitting.
See also:
Auxiliary air device - removal and refitting
K-Jetronic system
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery earth lead.
2 Disconnect the wiring multi-plug and the
two air hoses from the device which is located
beneath the cold start valve (see illustra ...
Front suspension crossmember - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Remove the steering gear.
2 Support the engine with a jack and
interposed block of wood under the sump.
3 Unscrew and remove the engine mounting
nuts from the top of the mountings in th ...
Air cleaner element renewal (Every 24 000 miles (40 000 km) or 2 years)
Carburettor models
1 Remove the screws from the top of the air
cleaner cover (see illustration).
38.1 Remove the air cleaner cover screws . . .
2 Where applicable release the spring clips
aroun ...