Throttle housing - removal and refitting
Note: A new gasket must be used on refitting.
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Depressurise the fuel system as described in Section 6.
3 Remove the air inlet pipe (see illustration).
9.3 Air inlet pipe securing screws (A) and hose securing clip (B) - 1.6 EFI
engine
4 Disconnect the throttle cable from the throttle valve linkage, then unbolt the cable bracket from the housing.
5 Disconnect the throttle position sensor wiring plug.
6 Unscrew the four securing nuts, and withdraw the throttle housing from the inlet manifold. Recover the gasket.
Refitting
7 Refitting is a reversal of removal, but use a
new gasket between the throttle housing and
the inlet manifold.
See also:
Spark plug renewal - RS Turbo models (Every 6000 miles or 6
months)
1 The correct functioning of the spark plugs is
vital for the correct running and efficiency of
the engine. It is essential that the plugs fitted
are appropriate for the engine, and the
suitable t ...
Diagram 4a: 1984-86 KE-Jetronic fuel injection
Diagram 4a: 1984-86 KE-Jetronic fuel injection For starting and charging
circuits see Diagram 1 ...
Battery - testing and charging
Note: Refer to the precautions at the end of
Section 1 before proceeding.
Standard and low maintenance
battery - testing
1 If the car covers a small annual mileage it is
worthwhile checking the s ...