Braking system
The braking system is of the dual circuit hydraulic type with disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear. A diagonally split dual circuit hydraulic system is employed in which each circuit operates one front and one diagonally opposite rear brake from a tandem master cylinder. Under normal conditions both circuits operate in unison; however, in the event of hydraulic failure in one circuit, full braking force will still be available at two wheels. A pressure regulating valve on Saloon and Estate models, and a light laden valve on Van models is incorporated in the rear brake hydraulic circuit. The valve regulates the pressure applied to each rear brake and reduces the possibility of the rear wheels locking under heavy braking.
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Crankshaft rear oil seal - renewal
Note: New flywheel/driveplate bolts must be
used on refitting.
1 Remove the flywheel/driveplate and the
engine adapter plate.
2 Extract the seal using an oil seal removal
tool if available. It ma ...
Coolant renewal (Every 24 000 miles or 2 Years)
Cooling system draining
1 It is preferable to drain the system when the
coolant is cold. If it must be drained when hot,
release the pressure cap on the thermostat
housing (or expansion tank on la ...
General information and precautions
The body electrical system consists of all
lights, wash/wipe equipment, interior
electrical equipment, and associated switches
and wiring.
The electrical system is of the 12 volt
negative earth t ...
