Suspension and steering

The independent front suspension is of the MacPherson strut type, incorporating coil springs and integral telescopic shock absorbers. Lateral location of each strut assembly is by a forged or pressed steel lower suspension arm containing rubber inner mounting bushes and incorporating a balljoint at their outer ends.

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Manifolds, exhaust and emission control systems
All models utilise a light alloy inlet manifold which on carburettor models is coolant heated to improve the atomisation of the fuel/air mixture. The exhaust manifold is of cast iron construction ...

Rear lamp unit - removal and refitting
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead. Saloon and Hatchback models 2 Working inside the luggage compartment, press the plastic retaining tab and remove the bulbholder assembly. 3 Disconnect the ...

Multi-function lever
Windshield wiper: For intermittent wiping, move the control down one position and rotate the wiper switch to the desired position. For low speed wiping, move the control down two positio ...