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:

    Oil pump - dismantling, inspection and reassembly
    Dismantling 1 The oil pump can be dismantled for cleaning, but if any of the components are worn, the pump must be renewed as an assembly. 2 To dismantle the pump, proceed as follows. 3 Unscrew ...

    Alternator drivebelt check (Every 6000 miles or 6 months)
    1 A conventional vee drivebelt is used to drive both the alternators and water pump pulleys on OHV and HCS engines, and the alternator pulley only on CVH engines, power being transmitted via a pul ...

    Diagram 3a: 1986-on Ancilliary circuits all models
    Diagram 3a: 1986-on Ancilliary circuits all models ...