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 refitting.
d) Crankshaft rear oil seal - renewal.
e) Oil pump - removal and refitting.
See also:
Weber 2V carburettor - adjustment
Idle speed and mixture
adjustment
1 Refer to Chapter 1.
Fast idle speed (XR3 models)
2 Remove the air cleaner as described in
Section 2.
3 Have the engine at normal operating
temperature, with ...
Thermo-viscous cooling fan (SOHC models) - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Remove the four retaining clips and
unscrew the two retaining screws, then
withdraw the upper section of the fan shroud
(see illustrations).
1 ...
Heater unit - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 If the coolant is still hot, release the
pressure in the system by slowly unscrewing
the expansion tank cap. Place a thick rag over
the cap to pr ...
