
13Apply a sealing compound to the faces of
the cylinder block and sump at the points
indicated(see illustration).
14Apply suitable thread-locking compound
to the sump securing studs and bolts, then
locate the sump on the cylinder block and fit
the securing nuts and bolts, but do not fully
tighten them at this stage.
15Align the sump so that the end faces and
the cylinder block are flush. To do this, use a
straight-edge. If the sump cannot be
positioned so that the faces of the cylinder
block and sump are flush, measure the
difference in height using a feeler blade as
shown (see illustration).
16Tighten the sump securing nuts and bolts
to the specified torque, then repeat the
measurement made in paragraph 15. If the
end faces of the sump and cylinder block are
not flush, suitable shims must be fitted
(available from a Ford dealer) between the
sump and the gearbox/transmission to
eliminate the clearance when mating the
engine to the gearbox/transmission. Note that
shims should be fitted at both sides of the
sump, as required. Select suitable shims from
those listed in the following table.
Clearance measuredShims required
0 to 0.25 mmNo shims required
0.25 to 0.29 mm0.15 mm (silver)
0.30 to 0.44 mm0.30 mm (light blue)
0.45 to 0.59 mm0.45 mm (red)
0.60 to 0.75 mm0.60 mm (black)
17If the engine is in the vehicle, reverse the
procedure described in paragraphs 3 to 8,
noting the following points.
a)Ensure that the roadwheels and the
steering wheel are in the straight-aheadposition then align the marks made on
removal and reconnect the intermediate
shaft to the steering gear. Tighten the
clamp bolt to the specified torque.
b)Fill the engine with the correct grade and
quantity of oil.
c)Refit the engine adapter plate and the
flywheel/driveplate.
d)Refit the gearbox or automatic
transmission, as applicable, ensuring that
the required shims are fitted between the
sump and the gearbox/transmission.
e)Tighten all fixings to the specified torque
where applicable.
Note: A suitable puller will be required to
remove the crankshaft pulley. A new
crankshaft pulley bolt, a new lower timing
chain cover gasket and a new oil pump gasket
must be used on refitting.
1If the engine is in the car, carry out the
following operations.
a)Disconnect the battery negative lead.
b)To Improve access, remove the radiator. It
will be difficult to remove the crankshaft
pulley with the radiator in place.
c)On fuel-injection models, remove the air
inlet hose, plenum chamber and air
cleaner lid as an assembly.
2Proceed as described in paragraphs 3 to 10
of Section 15.3Unscrew the four securing bolts and
withdraw the oil pump from the cylinder block
(see illustration). Recover the gasket and
discard it.
4If desired, the pump can now be dismantled
and inspected.
5Thoroughly clean the mating faces of the
pump and the cylinder block.
6Prime the pump by injecting clean engine oil
into it and turning it by hand.
7Place a new gasket on the oil pump flange,
ensuring that the gasket is correctly located so
that the holes align with the oil passages in the
pump.
8Fit the oil pump, and tighten the securing
bolts to the specified torque.
9Proceed as described in paragraphs 28 to 40
of Section 15.
10If the engine is in the vehicle, reverse the
operations described in paragraph 1.
1The oil pump can be dismantled for
cleaning, but if any of the components are
worn, the pump must be renewed as an
assembly.
2To dismantle the pump, proceed as follows.
3Unscrew the two securing bolts, and
remove the pump cover (see illustration).
4Lift the inner and outer rotors from the
pump casing.
5Unscrew the pressure relief valve plug from
27Oil pump - dismantling,
inspection and reassembly
26Oil pump - removal and
refitting
2B•16DOHCengine
25.13 Apply sealing compound to the
sump/cylinder block mating faces at the
points indicated (2)
Dimensions are for guidance only
27.3 Removing the oil pump cover27.5a Unscrew the pressure relief valve
plug and washer . . .
25.15 Measuring the clearance between the
cylinder block and sump end faces26.3 Oil pump securing bolts (arrowed)
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2C
Crankshaft
Thrustwasher thickness:
Standard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.28 to 2.33 mm
Oversize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.48 to 2.53 mm
Crankshaft endfloat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0.08to 0.32 mm
Permitted undersize for main and big-end bearing journals . . . . . . . . . .0.254 mm
Camshaft
Camshaft drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Chain
Cam lift (inlet and exhaust) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6.72 mm
Cam lobe height (inlet and exhaust) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36.08 to 36.25 mm
Camshaft endfloat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0.065 to 0.165 mm
Thrust plate thickness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.02 to 4.05 mm
Valves
Valve timing:
Inlet opens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24°BTDC
Inlet closes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64°ABDC
Exhaust opens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66°BBDC
Exhaust closes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22°ATDC
Head diameter:
Inlet valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39.67 to 40.06 mm
Exhaust valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33.83 to 34.21 mm
Length:
Inlet valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106.2 to 106.9 mm
Exhaust valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106.1 to 107.1 mm
Valve spring free length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55.12 mm
Torque wrench settingsNmlbf ft
Camshaft sprocket bolt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60 to 6844 to 50
Camshaft thrust plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 to 137 to 10
Timing chain guide to block bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 to 127 to 9
Timing chain tensioner to block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 to 117 to 8
Oil inlet pipe to oil pump bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 to 137 to 10
Oil pump to block bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 to 2113 to 15
Sump drain plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 to 2815to 21
Crankshaft pulley to vibration damper bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 to 3320 to 24
Crankshaft vibration damper bolt:
Stage 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 to 5030 to 37
Stage 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tighten further 80°to 90°Tighten further 80°to 90°
2.9 litre engine
Note: Unless otherwise stated, the specifications and torque wrench settings for the 2.9 litre engine are as given for the 2.8 litre engine.
General
Manufacturer’s code:
Models without catalytic converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .BRC
Models equipped with type N manual gearbox or automatic
transmission and a catalytic converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .BRD
Models equipped with MT75 manual gearbox and catalytic converter . .BRE
Stroke - mm (in) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72.0 (2.835)
Cubic capacity - cc (cu in) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2936 (179.2)
Compression ratio:
BRC engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.5:1
BRD and BRE engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.0:1
Maximum power (DIN, kW @ rpm):
BRC engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110 @ 5700
BRD and BRE engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107 @ 5500
Maximum torque (DIN, Nm @ rpm):
BRC engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233 @ 3000
BRD engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .222 @ 3000
BRE engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226 @ 3000
Cylinder block
Identification mark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F
Pistons
Clearance in bore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0.028 to 0.048 mm
Piston ring end gaps:
Top and centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0.30 to 0.50 mm
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The V6 engine fitted to the Granada is only
available in fuel-injected form. Mechanically,
the design of the engine is well-established,
and it is improved by the latest fuel, ignition and
engine management systems (see illustration).
The combined crankcase and cylinder block
is made of cast iron, and houses the pistons,
crankshaft and camshaft. The sump is
attached to the bottom of the crankcase and
the cylinder heads to the top.
The cylinder heads are of the crossflow
design, the inlet manifold being located
between them and the exhaust manifolds
being on the outboard sides. The overhead
valves are operated by tappets, pushrods and
rockers from the centrally located camshaft.
Camshaft drive is by gears (2.8 litre) or chain
(2.4 & 2.9 litre).
The crankshaft runs in four main bearings.
Endfloat is controlled by thrust flanges on the
No 3 bearing shells. The connecting rods are
selected so that all are in the same weight class.
Aluminium alloy pistons are used. The
gudgeon pins are an interference fit in their
connecting rods.The lubrication system is of the usual wet
sump, pressure fed type, with a full-flow
disposable canister oil filter. The oil pump is
driven by a shaft which engages in the bottom
of the distributor drivegear.
The following operations can be carried out
without removing the engine, although some
work will be easier and quicker with the engine
removed.
a)Removal and refitting of the cylinder
heads
b)Removal and refitting of the sump and oil
pump
c)Removal and refitting of the timing gears
d)Removal and refitting of the pistons,
connecting rods and big-end bearings
e)Renewal of the engine mountings
f)Removal and refitting of the flywheel
g)Renewal of the crankshaft front and rear
oil seals
h)Removal and refitting of the camshaft
(after removal of the cylinder heads,
tappets and timing gears)The engine must be removed for the
following operations:
a)Renewal of the crankshaft main bearings
b)Removal and refitting of the crankshaft
The engine is removed from above, without
the transmission. Removal with the
transmission is not recommended because of
the weight and unwieldiness of the combined
units.
2.8 litre engine
1Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2Remove the bonnet.
3Remove the throttle valve cover, which is
retained by three screws.
4Remove the air cleaner cover, valve airflow
5Engine - removal
4Methods of engine removal
3Major operations requiring
engine removal
2Major operations possible with
the engine in the vehicle
1General information
2C•6V6 engines
Cylinder head
Identification mark:
BRC engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F
BRD and BRE engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .K
Crankshaft
Crankshaft endfloat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0.08 to 0.24 mm
Permitted undersize for main and big-end bearing journals . . . . . . . . . .0.254 mm
Camshaft
Cam lift (inlet and exhaust):
BRC engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6.72mm
BRD and BRE engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6.54 mm
Cam lobe height (inlet and exhaust):
BRC engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36.08 to 36.25 mm
BRD and BRE engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36.22 to 36.41 mm
Camshaft endfloat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0.065 to 0.165 mm
Thrust plate thickness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.02 to 4.05 mm
Valves
Valve timing:
BRC engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .As 2.4 litre V6
BRD and BRE engines:
Inlet opens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30°BTDC
Inlet closes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66°ABDC
Exhaust opens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76°BBDC
Exhaust closes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20°ATDC
Length:
BRC engine:
Inlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106.2 to 106.9 mm
Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106.8 to 107.8 mm
BRD and BRE engine:
Inlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104.7 to 105.4 mm
Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104.6 to 105.6 mm
Valve spring free length:
BRC engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55.12 mm
BRD and BRE engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53.00 mm
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meters and air inlet trunking. Also remove the
oil filler cap, which is connected to the
trunking by a crankcase ventilation hose.
5Release the securing clips and bolts and
remove the upper half of the fan shroud.
6Drain the cooling system and remove the
radiator.
7Disconnect the heater hoses from the
heater matrix and from the coolant outlet.
Unclip the hoses.
8Remove the fan and viscous clutch (where
fitted).
9Disconnect the following wiring:
a)Alternator
b)Temperature gauge sender
c)Engine management temperature sensor
d)Oil pressure switch
e)Idle speed control valve
f)Throttle position sensor
g)Injector nut-harness
h)Distributor multi-plug
i)Distributor-to-coil HT lead
10Disconnect the throttle cable. When
applicable, also disconnect the downshaft
cable or switch.
11Depressurise the fuel system and
disconnect the fuel supply and return lines
(see Chapter 4).
12Remove the steering pump and air
conditioning compressor drivebelts (as
applicable). Unbolt the steering pump and
compressor, move them aside within the limitsof their flexible hoses and support them by
wiring them to adjacent components.
13Remove the distributor cap and rotor.
14Remove the starter motor.
15Drain the engine oil. Unscrew the oil filter
with a strap or chain wrench and remove it; be
prepared for oil spillage.
16On manual gearbox models, disconnect
the clutch cable from the release lever.
17Unbolt the exhaust pipes from the
manifolds.
18On automatic transmission models, unbolt
the torque converter from the driveplate.
19Attach lifting tackle to the engine. If no
lifting eyes are fitted, pass ropes or chains
round the exhaust manifolds.
20Take the weight of the engine, then
remove the single nut on each side which
holds engine bearer to its mountings.
21From under the vehicle unbolt the engine
adapter plate from the bellhousing.
22Remove the engine-to-bellhousing bolts.
Also disconnect or unclip the battery negative
lead, the starter motor lead and the heat
shield.
23Support the transmission, preferably with
a trolley jack.
24Check that nothing has been overlooked,
then raise the engine and draw it forwards
clear of the transmission input shaft. Do not
allow the weight of the engine to hang on the
shaft, and do not lift the transmission by it.25With automatic transmission, make sure
that the torque converter stays engaged with
the oil pump in the transmission as the engine
is withdrawn.
26Lift the engine out of the engine bay and
take it to the bench.
2.4 & 2.9 litre engines
27The removal operations for these engines
are essentially as described for the 2.8 litre
version. Note the following points.
Coolant hoses
28Remove the hoses which run between the
thermostat housing and the water pump, and
the cooling system expansion tank.
29Remove the heater hoses which run
between the thermostat housing or coolant
distribution pipe and oil cooler (where fitted).
Vacuum hoses
30Disconnect the hose from the fuel
pressure regulator.
31Disconnect the hose from the plenum
chamber.
32Disconnect the hose from the throttle valve.
33Disconnect the hose from the T-piece
connector.
V6 engines 2C•7
2C
1.1 Exploded view of V6 engine
1 Water inlet connection
2 Thermostat
3 Water pump
4 Timing cover
5 By-pass hose flange
7 Camshaft thrust plate
8 Camshaft gear
9 Crankshaft gear
10 Flywheel
11 Crankshaft pilot
bearing
12 Oil seal
13 Oil pump drive shaft
14 Main bearing
15 Oil pump
It may be necessary to rock
the engine a little to release it
from the gearbox.
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Cooling system
The cooling system is of pressurised type
and includes a front mounted crossflow
radiator, belt-driven water pump, temperature-
sensitive thermo-viscous fan (on DOHC
models, an electrically-operated cooling fan is
fitted, operated by a switch in the thermostat
housing), wax type thermostat, and an
expansion and degas tank.
The radiator matrix is of copper and brass
construction and the end tanks are of plastic.
On automatic transmission models the right-
hand side end tank incorporates the
transmission oil cooler.
The thermostat is located behind the water
outlet elbow at the front of the cylinder head
on OHCmodels, and on the front of the water
pump on V6 models. Its purpose is to ensure
rapid engine warm-up by restricting the flow of
coolant in the engine when cold, and also to
assist in regulating the normal operating
temperature of the engine.
The expansion tank incorporates a pressure
cap which effectively pressurises the cooling
system as the coolant temperature rises,
thereby increasing the boiling point of the
coolant. The tank also has a further degas
function. Any accumulation of air bubbles in
the coolant, in particular in the thermostat
housing and the radiator, is returned to the
tank and released in the air space thus
maintaining the efficiency of the coolant.
On models fitted with the auxiliary warning
system, the expansion tank contains a level
sensor which operates a warning light if the
coolant level falls significantly.
When the engine is started from cold, the
water pump circulates coolant around the
cylinder block, cylinder head(s) and inlet
manifold. The warm coolant passes through
the automatic choke housing (when
applicable) and through the heater matrix
before returning to the engine. As the coolant
expands, the level in the expansion tank rises.
Circulation of coolant through the radiator is
prevented while the thermostat is shut. When
the coolant reaches the predeterminedtemperature the thermostat opens and hot
water passes through the top hose to the top
of the radiator. As the water circulates down
through the radiator, it is cooled by the
passage of air past the radiator when the car is
in forward motion, supplemented by the action
of the thermo-viscous fan when necessary.
Having reached the bottom of the radiator, the
water is now cool and the cycle is repeated.
Circulation of water continues through the
expansion tank, inlet manifold and heater at all
times; the heater temperature control being by
an air flap.
The thermo-viscous fan is controlled by the
temperature of air behind the radiator. When
the air temperature reaches a predetermined
level, a bi-metallic coil commences to open a
valve within the unit and silicon fluid is fed
through a system of vanes. Half of the vanes
are driven directly by the water pump and the
remaining half are connected to the fan blades.
The vanes are arranged so that drive is
transmitted to the fan blades in relation to the
drag or viscosity of the fluid, and this in turn
depends on ambient temperature and engine
speed. The fan is therefore only operated when
required, and compared with direct drive type
fan represents a considerable improvement in
fuel economy, drivebelt wear and fan noise.
Air conditioning
Air conditioning is fitted as standard on
Scorpio models and is optionally available on
some other models. In conjunction with the
heater, the system enables any reasonable air
temperature to be achieved inside the car, it
also reduces the humidity of the incoming air,
aiding demisting even when cooling is not
required.
The refrigeration side of the air conditioning
system functions in a similar way to a
domestic refrigerator. A compressor, belt-
driven from the crankshaft pulley, draws
refrigerant in its gaseous phase from an
evaporator. The compressed refrigerant
passes through a condenser where it loses
heat and enters its liquid phase. After
dehydration the refrigerant returns to the
evaporator where it absorbs heat from air
passing over the evaporator fins. The
refrigerant becomes a gas again and the cycle
is repeated.Various subsidiary controls and sensors
protect the system against excessive
temperature and pressures. Additionally,
engine idle speed is increased when the
system is in use to compensate for the
additional load imposed by the compressor.
Precautions
Antifreeze mixture
Antifreeze mixture is poisonous. Keep it out
of reach of children and pets. Wash splashes
off skin and clothing with plenty of water.
Wash splashes off vehicle paintwork to avoid
discolouration.
Antifreeze/water mixture must be renewed
every two years to preserve its anti-corrosive
properties. In climates where antifreeze
protection is unnecessary, a corrosion
inhibitor may be used instead - consult a Ford
dealer. Never run the engine for long periods
with plain water as coolant. Only use the
specified antifreeze, as inferior brands may not
contain the necessary corrosion inhibitors, or
may break down at high temperatures.
Antifreeze containing methanol is particularly
to be avoided, as the methanol evaporates.
The specified mixture is 45 to 50%
antifreeze and 50 to 55% clean soft water (by
volume). Mix the required quantity in a clean
container.
Air conditioning refrigerant
Although the refrigerant is not itself toxic, in
the presence of a naked flame (or a lighted
cigarette) it forms a highly toxic gas. Liquid
refrigerant spilled on the skin will cause
frostbite. If refrigerant enters the eyes, rinse
them with a dilute solution of boric acid and
seek medical advice immediately.
In view of the above points, and of the need
for specialised equipment for evacuating and
recharging the system, any work which
requires the disconnection of a refrigerant line
must be left to a specialist.
Do not allow refrigerant lines to be exposed
to temperatures above 110°C (230°F) - eg
during welding or paint drying operations and
do not operate the air conditioning system if it
is known to be short of refrigerant, or further
damage may result.
1General information and
precautions
3•2Cooling, heating and ventilation systems
Torque wrench settingsNmlbf ft
Radiator lower mountings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 to 126 to 9
Thermostat housing bolts:
SOHC, DOHC and 2.8 litre V6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 to 2013 to 15
2.4 & 2.9 litre V6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 to 105 to 7
Water pump bolts:
SOHC, M8 bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 to 2113 to 16
SOHC, M10 bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 to 4226 to 31
DOHC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 to 2816 to 21
2.8 litre V6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 to 137 to 10
2.4 & 2.9 litre V6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 to 105 to 7
Water pump pulley bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 to 2616 to 19
Water pump/alternator drivebelt tensioner bolt (DOHC) . . . . . . . . . . . .70 to 9752 to 72
Fan-to-viscous clutch bolts:
SOHC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 to 106 to 7
V6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 to 2313 to 17
Fan shroud bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 to 116 to 8
Cylinder block drain plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 to 2516 to 18
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See Chapter 1, Section 46.
See Chapter 1, Section 46.
See Chapter 1, Section 46.
1Drain the radiator. There is no need to drain
the cylinder block. On DOHC engines the
electric cooling fan assembly must be removed
to gain the clearance to remove the radiator.
2Disconnect the top and bottom hoses from
the radiator by slackening the hose clips and
pulling off the hoses with a twisting motion
(see illustrations). Do not use excessive force
- the radiator side tanks are made of plastic.
3On OHCmodels, disconnect the small hose
running from the expansion tank to the radiator.
4On automatic transmission models, clean
around the transmission fluid cooler unions on
the radiator and disconnect them (seeillustration). Be prepared for fluid spillage;
plug or cap the cooler lines to keep dirt out.
5On models with air conditioning, disconnect
the auxiliary fan thermo-switch. If the thermo-
switch is mounted in the radiator, remove It.
6Remove the upper half of the fan shroud by
removing the two bolts and two clips (see
illustration), and the lower half which is
secured by two bolts.
7Release the two radiator top mounting clips
by pulling out the plastic plugs (see illustration).
8Raise and support the front of the vehicle.
Support the radiator and remove the two
bottom mounting bolts (see illustration).
9Carefully lower the radiator slightly to free
the top mountings, then remove it from under
the vehicle.
10If a new radiator is being fitted, transfer the
fan shrouds and mountings from the old one.
11Refit by reversing the removal operations,
then refill the cooling system.
12On automatic transmission models, check
the transmission fluid level.
1If the radiator has been removed because of
suspected blockage, reverse-flush it.
2Clean dirt and debris from the radiator fins,
using an air jet, or water and a soft brush. Be
careful not to damage the fins, or cut your
fingers. 3A radiator specialist can perform a “flow
test” on the radiator to establish whether an
internal blockage exists.
4A leaking radiator must be referred to a
specialist for permanent repair. Do not attempt
to weld or solder a leaking radiator, as
damage to the plastic parts may result.
5In an emergency, minor leaks from the
radiator can be cured by using a radiator
sealant while the radiator is in situ.
SOHC engines
1Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2Drain the cooling system. As it is not
necessary to completely drain the radiator, the
bottom hose can be disconnected from the
water pump.
3Disconnect the top hose from the
thermostat housing at the front of the cylinder
head (see illustration).
4Unscrew the bolts and remove the housing
and gasket (see illustration).
5Using a screwdriver, prise the retaining clip
from the housing, and extract the thermostat
and sealing ring (see illustrations).
6Clean the thermostat housing and cylinder
head mating surfaces. Obtain a new gasket for
reassembly, and if necessary a new sealing
ring too.
7Refit by reversing the removal operations.
7Thermostat - removal and
refitting
6Radiator - inspection and repair
5Radiator - removal and refitting
4Cooling system - filling
3Cooling system - flushing
2Cooling system - draining
Cooling, heating and ventilation systems 3•3
3
5.2a Radiator top hose5.2b Radiator bottom hose (A)
Also shown are automatic transmission fluid
cooler lower union (B) and hose to expansion
tank (C)5.4 Transmission fluid cooler upper union
5.6 Fan shroud clip5.7 Pull out the plug to release the radiator
top mounting5.8 One of the radiator bottom mounting
bolts (arrowed)
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Chapter 4
Fuel and exhaust systems
Air cleaner and element - removal and refitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Air cleaner temperature control - description and testing . . . . . . . . .3
Carbon canister - removal and refitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Carbon canister purge solenoid - removal and refitting . . . . . . . . . .45
Exhaust gas oxygen (HEGO) sensor - removal and refitting . . . . . .43
Exhaust manifold(s) - removal and refitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Exhaust system - inspection, repair and renewal . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Fuel cut-off inertia switch - removal and refitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Fuel filter - renewal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Fuel gauge sender unit - removal and refitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Fuel-injection system - depressurisation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Fuel-injection system - idle speed and mixture adjustments . . . . . .31
Fuel-injection system relays - location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Fuel-injectors - removal and refitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Fuel pressure regulator - removal and refitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Fuel pump - testing, removal and refitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Fuel rail temperature switch - removal and refitting . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Fuel tank - removal and refitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
General information and precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Idle speed control valve - removal and refitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Inlet manifold - removal and refitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Mixture adjustment potentiometer - removal and refitting . . . . . . . .38
Pierburg 2V carburettor - dismantling and reassembly . . . . . . . . . .13
Pierburg 2V carburettor - fast idle adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Pierburg 2V carburettor - idle speed and mixture adjustments . . . .11
Pierburg 2V carburettor - removal and refitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Throttle body - removal and refitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Throttle cable - removal and refitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Throttle pedal - removal and refitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Throttle position sensor - removal and refitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Unleaded fuel - general . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Vane airflow meter(s) - removal and refitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Vapour separator - removal and refitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Weber 2V carburettor - automatic choke adjustment . . . . . . . . . . .18
Weber 2V carburettor - dismantling and reassembly . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Weber 2V carburettor - idle speed and mixture adjustments . . . . .15
Weber 2V carburettor - removal and refitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Weber 2V TLD carburettor - automatic choke unit removal,
refitting and adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Weber 2V TLD carburettor - accelerator pump diapragm renewal .25
Weber 2V TLD carburettor - idle speed and mixture adjustments . .19
Weber 2V TLD carburettor - low vacuum enrichment
diaphragm renewal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Weber 2V TLD carburettor - needle valve and float removal,
refitting and adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Weber 2V TLD carburettor - power valve diaphragm renewal . . . . .23
Weber 2V TLD carburettor - removal and refitting . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Weber 2V TLD carburettor - secondary throttle valve vacuum
diaphragm renewal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Weber 2V TLD carburettor - throttle kicker removal, refitting
and adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
General
System type:
1.8 litre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twin choke Pierburg carburettor
2.0 litre carburettor:
SOHC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twin choke Weber 2V carburettor
DOHC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Twin choke Weber 2V TLD carburettor
All models with fuel injection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Multi-point fuel-injection system controlled by EEC IV engine
management system
Fuel tank capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 litres (15.4 gallons) approx
Fuel grade*:
Leaded . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 octane RON (UK 4-star)
Unleaded . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 octane RON (Premium)
* Models fitted with a catalytic converter must be operated on unleaded fuel at all times. Do notuse leaded fuel as the catalyst will be destroyed.
Idle speed:
1.8 litre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800 ± 20 rpm
2.0 litre carburettor:
SOHC* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800 or 875 rpm
DOHC:
Manual gearbox* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 850 ± 25 rpm
Automatic transmission* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 875 ± 25 rpm
2.0 litre fuel-injection:
SOHC* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800 or 875 rpm
DOHC* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 875 ± 50 rpm
4•1
Easy,suitable for
novice with little
experienceFairly easy,suitable
for beginner with
some experienceFairly difficult,
suitable for competent
DIY mechanicDifficult,suitable for
experienced DIY
mechanicVery difficult,
suitable for expert
DIY or professional
Degrees of difficulty
Specifications Contents
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Fuel and exhaust systems 4•3
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Weber 2V TLD carburettorPrimarySecondary
Venturi diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23.0 mm25.0 mm
Main jet:
Manual gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115157
Automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112157
Air correction jet:
Manual gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .175145
Automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .210145
Emulsion tube:
Manual gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .F114F3
Automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .210145
Fast idle speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1800 ±50 rpm
Float level (with gasket) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.0 ±0.5 mm
Automatic choke vacuum pull-down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.0 ±0.5 mm
Throttle kicker speed (see text):
Manual gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2000 ±50 rpm
Automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2200 ±50 rpm
Fuel-injection system
Make . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bosch
Fuel pump type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Roller cell, electric
Fuel pump output pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Greater than 5 bar at 12 volts, no flow
System control pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.5 bar
Torque wrench settingsNmlbf ft
Inlet manifold:
SOHC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 to 2113 to 16
DOHC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 to 2415 to 18
V6:
Stage 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 to 83 to 6
Stage 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 to 156 to 11
Stage 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 to 2111 to 16
Stage 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 to 2516 to 18
Stage 5 (after warm-up) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 to 2516 to 18
Exhaust manifold:
OHC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 to 2516 to 18
V6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 to 3018 to 22
Plenum chamber to inlet manifold:
2.8 litre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 to 105 to 7
2.4 & 2.9 litre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 to 2515 to 18
Carburettor bolts (DOHC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 to 106 to 7
Fuel pump bolts (mechanical pump) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 to 1810 to 13
Fuel pipe to fuel-injection pressure regulator:
SOHC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 to 2011 to 15
2.8 litre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 to 127 to 9
Pressure regulator base nut/bolt:
SOHC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 to 2515 to 18
DOHC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 to 127 to 9
V6:
2.8 litre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 to 2011 to 15
2.4 & 2.9 litre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 to 117 to 8
Fuel rail bolts:
SOHC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 to 117 to 8
DOHC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 to 2615 to 19
Exhaust downpipe flange nuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 to 4026 to 30
Exhaust clamps and U-bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 to 4528 to 33
Exhaust gas oxygen sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 to 7037 to 52
Throttle body bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 to 117 to 8
Idle speed control valve bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 to 117 to 8
Fuel filter unions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 to 2010 to 15
Fuel rail temperature sensor (DOHC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 to 116 to 8
Fuel rail temperature switch (2.4 & 2.9 litre) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 to 2515 to 18
HEGO sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 to 7037 to 52
All models are fitted with a rear-mounted fuel
tank. Fuel is conveyed from the tank by a
mechanical or electrical fuel pump, according tomodel and equipment, to the carburettor or fuel-
injection system. The delivery capacity of the
fuel pump exceeds the maximum demands of
the system, so excess fuel is constantly returned
to the tank. This helps to avoid the problems of
vapour locks in the fuel lines.
Carburettor models have a twin venturidowndraught carburettor of Pierburg
manufacture on 1.8 litre models and Weber on
2.0 litre models. Both makes of carburettor
have an automatic choke.
Fuel-injection, when fitted, is of the Bosch
L-Jetronic type. This system is under the
control of the EEC IV module.
1General information and
precautions
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