The maintenance intervals in this manual are provided with the assumption that you, not the dealer, will be carrying out the work. These are the minimum maintenance intervals recommended by the manufacturer for vehicles driven daily. If you wish to keep your vehicle in peak condition at all times, you may wish to perform some of these procedures more often. We encourage frequent maintenance, because it enhances the efficiency, performance and resale value of your vehicle.

If the vehicle is driven in dusty areas, used to tow a trailer, or driven frequently at slow speeds (idling in traffic) or on short journeys, more frequent maintenance intervals are recommended.

When the vehicle is new, it should be serviced by a factoryauthorised dealer service department, in order to preserve the factory warranty.

Maintenance - Component location

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Front suspension lower arm (forged type) - removal, overhaul and refitting
1 The forged type suspension arm is fitted to all models except pre-May 1983 1.1 litre versions. Removal 2 Jack up the front of the car and support it on stands (see “Jacking and Vehicle Support” ...

Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor - removal and refitting
Removal 1 The sensor is screwed into the cylinder block below the inlet manifold. 2 Disconnect the battery negative lead. 3 Drain the cooling system as described in Chapter 1. 4 Disconnect the s ...

Rear suspension lower arm (Saloon, Hatchback and Estate models) - removal and refitting
Models with rear drum brakes Removal 1 Chock the front wheels, jack up the rear of the vehicle and support on axle stands placed under the side members. 2 Remove the relevant driveshaft. 3 Remov ...