Flywheel/driveplate - removal, inspection and refitting
Note: New flywheel securing bolts must be used on refitting.
1.8 litre (R2A type)
1 Refer to Section 26, Chapter 2, Part A but
also note the following points.
2 The flywheel/driveplate securing bolts must be renewed when refitting, and the new bolts are supplied ready-coated with threadlocking compound (see illustration).
24.2 Using an improvised tool to hold the flywheel stationary while
tightening the securing bolts - 1.8 litre (R2A)
3 The ring gear cannot be renewed independently of the flywheel/driveplate. If the ring gear is badly worn or has missing teeth, a new flywheel/driveplate must be fitted.
1.6 and 1.8 litre (R6A type) 4 Refer to Section 26, Chapter 2, Part A, noting the following points.
5 If the engine is in the vehicle, refer to Chapter 6 when removing the clutch.
6 The flywheel securing bolts must be renewed when refitting, and the new bolts are supplied ready-coated with thread-locking compound.
7 The ring gear cannot be renewed independently of the flywheel. If the ring gear is badly worn or has missing teeth, a new flywheel must be fitted. Similarly, the flywheel must be renewed if the crankshaft speed/position sensor toothed disc is damaged.
See also:
Oil pump - dismantling, inspection and reassembly
Note: A new pressure relief valve plug and
pick-up tube gasket will be required for
reassembly.
Dismantling
1 If oil pump wear is suspected, check the
cost and availability of new parts and the c ...
Central door locking components - operation, removal and refitting
Note: If a central locking solenoid or motor is
to be renewed due to jamming or overheating,
the central locking relay must be renewed at
the same time even if it is believed to be
working correct ...
Alternator - removal and refitting
Note: Refer to the precautions at the end of
Section 1 before proceeding.
Removal
1 The operations are similar for all makes of
alternator.
2 Disconnect the battery negative terminal,
then disco ...