Fuel system - depressurising
Warning: The fuel system will remain pressurised after the engine is switched off. Comply with relevant safety precautions during this operation and refer to the “Safety First” Section at the beginning of this manual before proceeding 1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Position a suitable container beneath the fuel filter.
3 Cover the outlet union on the filter with a wad of absorbent cloth to minimise the risk of fuel spray, then slowly loosen the outlet union and allow the pressure to dissipate.
4 Tighten the union on completion unless the filter is to be renewed.
5 The system will remain depressurised until the fuel pump is primed prior to starting the engine. Remove the container and cloth on completion.
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Front and rear brake pad/shoe check (Every 6000 miles (10 000 km) or 6
months)
1 Firmly apply the handbrake, then jack up
the front and rear of the car and support it
securely on axle stands (see “Jacking and
vehicle support”).
2 For a quick check, the front brake disc pads
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Exhaust system - inspection, removal and refitting
Inspection
1 The exhaust system should be examined for
leaks, damage, and security at regular
intervals. To do this, apply the handbrake, then
start the engine and allow it to idle. Lie down on
e ...
Front foglamps - removal and refitting
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
Models up to 1987
2 Remove the relevant front direction
indicator lamp unit.
3 Release the retaining catch on the inside
edge of the lamp, then withdraw th ...
