Rear anti-roll bar (Saloon, Hatchback and Estate models) - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Loosen the rear roadwheel nuts, chock the
front wheels, jack up the rear of the vehicle
and support on axle stands placed under the
side members.
2 Prise off the straps which connect the anti-roll bar to the suspension lower arms (see illustration).
17.2 Anti-roll bar-to-lower arm connecting strap
3 Unbolt the two securing brackets from the underbody, and remove the anti-roll bar (see illustration).
17.3 Anti-roll bar-to-underbody securing bracket
4 The connecting straps can be prised from the ends of the anti-roll bar, and the underbody mounting brackets and rubbers, which are of a split design, can be pulled off.
5 When fitting new mounting components, lubricate the rubber parts with soapy water to ease assembly.
Refitting
6 Refitting is a reversal of removal. Tighten
the anti-roll bar-to-underbody securing bolts
to the specified torque.
See also:
Internal connection details, all models continued
Internal connection details, all models continued ...
Exhaust system check (Every 12 000 miles or 12 months)
With the vehicle raised on a hoist or
supported on axle stands (see “Jacking and
Vehicle Support”), check the exhaust system
for signs of leaks, corrosion or damage and
check the rubber mountings ...
Radiator fan thermal switch - testing, removal and refitting
Testing
1 The thermal switch is located on the side of
the thermostat housing on early OHV engine
models and in the thermostat housing cover
on later OHV versions. On all CVH engines, the
switch ...
