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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Bonnet lock - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Extract the three securing screws from the
lock and lower it until the cable can be
disconnected.
2 Withdraw the lock from below the top rail.
Refitting
3 Refit by reversing the remova ...
Front anti-roll bar - removal and refitting
Removal
1 To improve access, raise the front of the
vehicle on ramps. Do not jack the vehicle up
at this stage. Apply the handbrake.
2 Where applicable bend back the locktabs,
then unscrew the tw ...
Camshaft and cam followers - removal, inspection and refitting
Note: A new camshaft oil seal and new rocker
arm securing nuts should be used when
refitting.
1.8 litre (R2A type)
Removal
1 Remove the cylinder head.
2 Unscrew the securing bolts and remove the ...
