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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Heater - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Refer to Chapter 11 and remove the centre
console.
3 Working within the engine compartment,
disconnect the coolant hoses from the heater
pipe st ...
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 ...
Thermo-time switch - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Drain the cooling system as described in
Chapter 1.
3 Raise the front of the car and support it on
axle stands (see “Jacking and Vehicle
Support ...
