Cooling, heating and ventilation systems

The cooling system is of the pressurised pump-assisted thermo-syphon type. The system consists of the radiator, water pump, thermostat, electric cooling fan, expansion tank and associated hoses.

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Front direction indicator side repeater lamp - removal and refitting
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead. Models up to 1987 2 To improve access, turn the steering onto full lock. 3 Remove the relevant wheel arch liner. 4 Working under the wheel arch, depress th ...

Distributor cap and rotor arm (OHC models) - removal and refitting
SOHC models 1 Disconnect the battery negative lead. 2 Where applicable, unclip the screening can from the top of the distributor and disconnect the earth strap (see illustration). 13.2 Unclippi ...

Rear shock absorber (Saloon and Estate models) - removal, testing and refitting
Removal 1 Slacken the roadwheel bolts, raise the rear of the vehicle, support it on stands (see “Jacking and Vehicle Support”) and remove the roadwheel. 2 Support the suspension lower arm with a ...