Major operations possible with the engine in the car

The following work can be carried out without having to remove the engine: a) Timing belt - renewal.

b) Camshaft oil seal - renewal.

c) Camshaft - removal and refitting.

d) Cylinder head - removal and refitting.

e) Crankshaft front oil seal - renewal.

f) Sump - removal and refitting.

g) Piston/connecting rod - removal and refitting.

h) Engine/transmission mountings - removal and refitting.

    See also:

    Automatic transmission selector mechanism check (Every 12 000 miles or 12 months)
    Carry out a thorough road test, ensuring that all gearchanges occur smoothly without snatching, and without an increase in engine speed between changes. Check that all gear positions can be engage ...

    Fuel pressure regulator - removal and refitting
    Caution: Refer to the precautions in Section 1 before proceeding. 2.0 litre SOHC models 1 Disconnect the battery negative lead. 2 Slowly loosen the fuel feed union to relieve the pressure in the ...

    Condenser (contact breaker system) - testing, removal and refitting
    Note: Refer to the precautions given in Section 1 before proceeding. Testing 1 The purpose of the condenser is to prevent excessive arcing of the contact breaker points, and to ensure that a rapi ...