Major operations possible with the engine in the car
The following work can be carried out without having to remove the engine: a) Cylinder head - removal and refitting.
b) Valve clearances - adjustment (see Chapter 1).
c) Sump - removal and refitting.
d) Rocker gear - overhaul.
e) Crankshaft front oil seal - renewal .
f) Pistons/connecting rods - removal and refitting.
g) Engine mountings - renewal.
h) Oil filter - removal and refitting.
I) Oil pump - removal and refitting.
See also:
Thermostat - removal, testing and refitting
OHV engines
Note: A new gasket must be used on refitting.
Removal
1 Drain the cooling system as described in
Chapter 1.
2 Slacken the clips and disconnect the hoses
at the thermostat housing (se ...
Rear shock absorbers (Van models) - removal, testing and
refitting
Removal
1 Raise and support the rear of the vehicle on
stands (see “Jacking and Vehicle Support”).
Place a jack beneath the rear axle tube and
just raise it slightly.
2 Disconnect the shock absor ...
Anti-lock Braking System - description
1 From 1986 onward an anti-lock braking
system is available as standard or optional
equipment on certain Escort models.
2 The system comprises four main
components: two modulators, one for each
b ...
