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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Radiator grille - removal and refitting
Pre-1988 models Removal 1 The grille is held in position by four spring clips (see illustration). 10.1 Radiator grille spring clip - pre-1988 models 2 Once these clips are released, the grille ...

Ignition system component check (Every 24 000 miles (40 000 km) or 2 years)
1 Before disturbing any part of the ignition system, disconnect the battery negative lead. 2 Identify and clearly mark all HT leads before disconnecting them from the spark plugs. 3 Refer to the a ...

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 refitti ...