CVH engines

CVH (Compound Valve angle, Hemispherical combustion chambers) engines are of four cylinder in-line overhead camshaft type, mounted transversely, together with the transmission, at the front of the car.

The crankshaft is supported in five main bearings within a cast iron crankcase.

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Steering gear - removal, overhaul and refitting
Removal Note: New tie-rod balljoint split-pins must be used on refitting. 1 Set the front roadwheels in the straightahead position. 2 Raise the front of the vehicle and fit stands (see “Jacking ...

Diagram 1a: 1986-on Starting, charging, and ignition (except fuel injection) all models
Diagram 1a: 1986-on Starting, charging, and ignition (except fuel injection) all models ...

Suspension and steering
General information The front suspension is of independent MacPherson strut type incorporating coil springs and integral telescopic shock absorbers. The lower end of each strut is attached to a h ...