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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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 ...

Fuel injector - removal and refitting
Note: Refer to the precautions at the end of Section 1 before proceeding. New injector seals will be required on refitting. Removal 1 Disconnect the battery negative lead. 2 Remove the air cleane ...

Engine - removal leaving automatic transmission in vehicle
Note: A suitable hoist and lifting tackle will be required for this operation. 1 Proceed as described in Section 8, paragraphs 1 to 15 inclusive. Additionally, if applicable disconnect the kickdow ...