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.
See also:
Radiator - removal, inspection and refitting
All models except RS Turbo
Pre-1986 models
Removal
1 Drain the cooling system as described in
Chapter 1.
2 Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
3 Release the retaining clips and disconnect
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Introduction
General information
This Chapter is designed to help the home
mechanic maintain his/her vehicle for safety,
economy, long life and peak performance.
The Chapter contains a master
maintenance sche ...
Ignition timing check - models with contact breaker distributor
(Every 6000 miles or 6 months)
Note: With modern ignition systems the only
suitable way to time the ignition accurately is
with a stroboscopic timing light. However, for
initial setting up purposes (ie after major
overhaul, or ...
