Routine maintenance and servicing

This Chapter is designed to help the home mechanic maintain his/her vehicle for safety, economy, long life and peak performance.

The Chapter contains a master maintenance schedule, followed by Sections dealing specifically with each task on the schedule. Visual checks, adjustments, component renewal and other helpful items are included. Refer to the accompanying illustrations of the engine compartment and the underside of the vehicle for the locations of the various components.

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Engine - complete dismantling
1 The need for dismantling will have been dictated by wear or noise in most cases. Although there is no reason why only partial dismantling cannot be carried out to renew such items as the oil pum ...

Front brake caliper - removal, overhaul and refitting
Warning: Hydraulic fluid is poisonous; wash off immediately and thoroughly in the case of skin contact, and seek immediate medical advice if any fluid is swallowed or gets into the eyes. Certain ...

Fuel cut-off (inertia) switch - removal and refitting
Removal 1 The fuel cut-off switch is located in the luggage compartment, under the spare wheel (see illustration). 18.1 Fuel cut-off (inertia) switch location (arrowed) - 1.4 CFI engine A Reset ...