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:
Tailgate - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Remove the trim panel (Section 32).
2 Disconnect the wiring from the heated rear
window element, radio aerial, wiper motor
tailgate speakers and tailgate lock motor as
applicable (see i ...
Electrical fault-finding - general information
Note: Refer to the precautions given in “Safety
first!” and in Section 1 of this Chapter before
starting work. The following tests relate to testing
of the main electrical circuits, and should not ...
Fuel pump - testing
1 If the fuel pump is functioning, it should be
possible to hear it “buzzing” by listening
under the rear of the vehicle when the ignition
is switched on. Unless the engine is started,
the fuel pu ...