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:
Seat belts - removal and refitting
Front belt - 3-door models
Note: Note the fitted sequence of any plates,
washers and spacers when unbolting the seat
belt anchors.
Removal
1 Slide the belt stalk cover upwards to
expose the anch ...
Manual transmission oil level check (Every 12 000 miles or 12
months)
1 With the car on level ground wipe the area
around the filler plug, then unscrew the plug
using a socket spanner, or on later versions a
suitable Torx or Allen key or socket bit, as
applicable. A ...
Pistons and connecting rods - examination and renovation
1 Examine the pistons for ovality, scoring,
and scratches. Check the connecting rods for
wear and damage. The connecting rods carry
a letter indicating their weight class; all the
rods fitted must ...
