Load apportioning valve P100 models) - removal and refitting
Caution: Refer to the precautions in Section 1.
Removal
1 Chock the front wheels, jack up the rear of
the vehicle and support on axle stands (see
“Jacking and Vehicle Support”).
2 The load apportioning valve is located on the right-hand side of the vehicle underbody above the axle.
3 Remove the spring clip and clevis pin, and detach the spring from the valve operating lever (see illustration).
24.3 Remove the spring clip (arrowed) and clevis pin from the valve operating
lever
4 Place a suitable container beneath the valve to catch spilt fluid, then unscrew the union nuts and disconnect the fluid pipes.
Plug the open ends of the pipes and valve to prevent fluid leakage and dirt ingress.
5 Unscrew the three securing nuts and bolts from the valve mounting bracket, and remove the valve assembly (see illustration).
24.5 Load apportioning valve securing bolts (arrowed)
Refitting
6 Refitting is a reversal of removal, but note
that the fluid inlet pipe from the master cylinder
must be connected to the lower valve port, and
the fluid outlet pipe to the rear brakes must be
connected to the upper valve port.
7 On completion, bleed the rear hydraulic circuit and check the valve adjustment.
See also:
Fuel pump - cleaning
Note: Refer to the warning at the end of
Section 1 before proceeding.
1 On certain early models the fuel pump has
a detachable cover allowing access to the
internal filter for cleaning. If this ty ...
Pistons and connecting rods - removal and refitting
Note: New connecting rod bolts and a new oil
pick-up pipe gasket must be used on refitting.
Removal
1 Remove the sump and the cylinder head.
2 Unscrew the two securing bolts, and
remove the oil p ...
Rear drum brake shoes - inspection and renewal
Caution: Refer to the
precautions in Section 1
1 The shoe friction material can be inspected
for wear without removing the roadwheels.
Working beneath the vehicle, prise the plug
from the brake b ...