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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Front suspension lower arm (forged type) - removal, overhaul and refitting
1 The forged type suspension arm is fitted to all models except pre-May 1983 1.1 litre versions. Removal 2 Jack up the front of the car and support it on stands (see “Jacking and Vehicle Support” ...

Auxiliary warning system components - removal and refitting
General 1 This system monitors the fluid levels and front brake pads for excessive wear. In the event of a fluid level dropping below the specified level, or the brake pads wearing down to the mi ...

Fuel-injection control module - removal and refitting
Removal 1 The fuel-injection control module is only used on KE-Jetronic systems and is located in the engine compartment behind the heater plenum chamber and fan motor. 2 Disconnect the battery n ...