Rocker gear - dismantling and reassembly
Dismantling 1 With the rocker assembly removed as described in Section 4, extract the split pin from one end of the rocker shaft (see illustration).
6.1 Rocker shaft assembly components
2 Take off the spring and plain washers from the end of the shaft.
3 Slide off the rocker arms, support pedestals and coil springs, keeping them in their originally fitted order. Clean out the oil holes in the shaft.
Reassembly
4 Apply engine oil to the rocker shaft before
reassembling and make sure that the flat on
the end of the shaft is to the same side as the
rocker arm adjuster screws. This is essential
for proper lubrication of the components.
See also:
Door lock - removal and refitting
Models up to 1990
1 Remove the door inner trim panel.
2 Where necessary for improved access, peel
back the waterproof plastic sheet from the
door.
3 Withdraw the window channel extension
through ...
Camshaft and cam followers - removal, inspection and refitting
Note: A new camshaft oil seal should be used
when refitting the camshaft.
Removal
1 Remove the cylinder head.
2 Hold the camshaft stationary using a
suitable spanner on the cast boss behind the
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Pistons and connecting rods - examination and renovation
1 Examine the pistons for ovality, scoring,
and scratches. Check the connecting rods for
wear and damage. The connecting rods carry
a letter indicating their weight class; all the
rods fitted must ...
