Bonnet release cable - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Working inside the vehicle, extract the three
screws and remove the steering column
shroud. Open the bonnet. If the cable is broken,
the release latch must be operated using a
suitably shaped bar through the grille aperture.
2 Extract the single screw and remove the cable bracket from the steering column.
3 Working within the engine compartment, pull the cable grommet from the bonnet latch bracket and then disengage the cable end fitting from the latch (see illustration).
8.3 Bonnet cable attachment at latch and bracket (arrowed)
4 Unclip the cable from the side of the engine compartment.
5 Withdraw the cable through the engine compartment rear bulkhead into the vehicle interior.
Refitting
6 Refitting is a reversal of removal.
See also:
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 ...
Radiator grille panel - removal and refitting
Models up to 1987
1 With the bonnet raised, remove the four
grille panel securing screws from the top of
the front panel.
2 Lift the grille panel from its lower mounting
bushes, and withdraw it f ...
Exhaust system - inspection, removal and refitting
Inspection
1 The exhaust system should be examined for
leaks, damage, and security at regular
intervals. To do this, apply the handbrake, then
start the engine and allow it to idle. Lie down on
e ...
