Timing belt renewal - CVH engines (Every 36 000 miles or 3 years)

Refer to Chapter 2, Part B.

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    Pistons and connecting rods - examination and renovation
    1.8 litre (R2A type) 1 Examine the pistons for ovality, scoring, and scratches. Check the connecting rods for wear or damage. 2 The gudgeon pins are an interference fit in the connecting rods, an ...

    Crankshaft and bearings - examination and renovation
    1.8 litre (R2A type) 1 Examine the bearing surfaces of the crankshaft for scratches or scoring and, using a micrometer, check each journal and crankpin for ovality. Where this is found to be in e ...

    Bonnet - removal and refitting
    Removal 1 Open the bonnet and support it on its stay. 2 Disconnect the screen washer pipe on the underside of the bonnet lid (see illustration). 7.2 Disconnecting the windscreen washer fluid pip ...