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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Exhaust gas oxygen (HEGO) sensor (2.0 litre DOHC/1.6 & 1.8 litre (R6A type) CVH) - removal and refitting
Note: Do not touch the tip of the HEGO sensor as this will drastically shorten its service life. Note: A new sealing ring should be used on refitting. Removal 1 Ensure that the engine and the ex ...

Driveshaft check (Every 12 000 miles or 12 months)
1 Carry out a thorough inspection of the driveshafts and joints as follows. 2 Jack up the front of the car and support it securely on axle stands (see “Jacking and Vehicle Support”). 3 Slowly rot ...

Engine/manual gearbox assembly - reconnection and refitting
1.8 litre (R2A type) 1 Reverse the procedure described in Section 10, noting the following points. 2 Before attempting to reconnect the engine to the gearbox, check that the clutch friction disc ...