Major operations requiring engine removal

The following work can only be carried out after removal of the engine from the car: a) Crankshaft main bearings - renewal .

b) Crankshaft - removal and refitting.

c) Flywheel - removal and refitting.

d) Crankshaft rear oil seal - renewal.

e) Camshaft - removal and refitting.

f) Timing gears and chain - removal and refitting.

    See also:

    Rear suspension/final drive unit rear mounting (Saloon, Hatchback and Estate models) - renewal
    Note: From May 1986, revised rear suspension/final drive unit rear mounting bolts have been used in production. Whenever the earlier type of bolts are removed, they should be discarded and the lat ...

    Water pump - removal and refitting
    OHV engines Note: A new gasket and suitable jointing compound must be used on refitting. Removal 1 Drain the cooling system as described in Chapter 1. 2 Slacken the three water pump pulley reta ...

    Rear lamp unit - removal and refitting
    1 Disconnect the battery negative lead. Saloon and Hatchback models 2 Working inside the luggage compartment, press the plastic retaining tab and remove the bulbholder assembly. 3 Disconnect the ...