Major operations possible with the engine in the car
The following work can be carried out without having to remove the engine: a) Timing belt - renewal.
b) Camshaft oil seal - renewal.
c) Camshaft - removal and refitting.
d) Cylinder head - removal and refitting.
e) Crankshaft front oil seal - renewal.
f) Sump - removal and refitting.
g) Piston/connecting rod - removal and refitting.
h) Engine/transmission mountings - removal and refitting.
See also:
Radiator - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Drain the cooling system.
3 If not already done, disconnect the bottom
hose from the radiator.
4 Disconnect the top hose and the expansion
tank ...
Rear hub bearings - renewal
1 Raise and support the rear of the vehicle on
stands (see “Jacking and Vehicle Support”).
Remove the roadwheel and release the
handbrake.
2 On fuel-injected models and Van versions
undo the reta ...
Pistons and connecting rods - examination and renovation
1.8 litre (R2A type)
1 Examine the pistons for ovality, scoring,
and scratches. Check the connecting rods for
wear or damage.
2 The gudgeon pins are an interference fit in
the connecting rods, an ...
