Distributorless Ignition System (DIS) components - removal and refitting
Electronic modules 1 Refer to Section 6.
DIS coil
2 Refer to Section 4.
Engine speed sensor
Removal
3 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
4 Disconnect the sensor wiring plug (see illustration).
7.4 Disconnecting the engine speed sensor wiring plug - DIS
5 Remove the securing screw and withdraw the sensor.
Refitting
6 Refitting is a reversal of removal.
Engine Coolant Temperature
(ECT) sensor
Removal
7 The ECT sensor is screwed into the inlet
manifold (see illustration).
7.7 Engine coolant temperature sensor location (arrowed) - DIS
8 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
9 Partially drain the cooling system as described in Chapter 1.
10 Disconnect the sensor wiring plug.
11 Unscrew the sensor from the inlet manifold.
Refitting
12 Refitting is a reversal of removal, but on
completion top up the cooling system as
described in “Weekly checks”.
See also:
Valve block (ABS) - removal and refitting
Caution: Refer to the
precautions in Section 1.
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Depressurise the hydraulic system by
pumping the brake pedal at least 20 times, or
until it beco ...
Automatic transmission fluid level check (Every 12 000 miles (20 000 km) or
12 months)
1 Fluid level should be checked with the
transmission at operating temperature (after a
run) and with the vehicle parked on level
ground.
2 Open and prop the bonnet. With the engine
idling and th ...
Hinge and lock check and lubrication (Every 12 000 miles or 12
months)
1 Work around the vehicle, and lubricate the
bonnet, door and tailgate hinges with a light
machine oil such as Duckhams Home Oil.
2 Lightly lubricate the bonnet release
mechanism and exposed secti ...
