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:
Cleaning
WASHING THE EXTERIOR
Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral
Ph shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which is available
from your dealer.
Never use st ...
Crankcase emission control filter renewal - CVH engines (Every
24 000 miles or 2 Years)
Carburettor and Central Fuel
Injection (CFI) engines
1 Where fitted, the crankcase ventilation filter
is located in the base of the air cleaner.
2 The filter can be renewed by pulling it out of
t ...
Valve block (ABS) - removal and refitting
Caution: Refer to the
precautions in Section 1.
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Depressurise the hydraulic system by
pumping the brake pedal at least 20 times, or
until it beco ...
