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:
Manifolds, exhaust and emission control systems
All models utilise a light alloy inlet manifold which on
carburettor models is coolant heated to improve the atomisation of the fuel/air
mixture.
The exhaust manifold is of cast iron construction ...
Rear shock absorber (Saloon and Estate models) - removal,
testing and refitting
Removal
1 Slacken the roadwheel bolts, raise the rear
of the vehicle, support it on stands (see
“Jacking and Vehicle Support”) and remove
the roadwheel.
2 Support the suspension lower arm with a
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Front hub carrier - removal and refitting
Note: A balljoint separator tool will be
required for this operation.
Removal
1 Loosen the relevant front roadwheel nuts,
apply the handbrake, jack up the front of the
vehicle and support on axle ...
