Individual rear wheel suspension with longitudinal support arms, double link arms and track rods.
Front suspension
Spring strut suspension with integrated shock absorbers and control arms linked to the support frame. Power-assisted
rack and pinion steering. Safety type steering column.
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Electrical system
12-volt system with voltage controlled generator. Single wire system in which the chassis and engine block are used as
conductors, grounded on the chassis.
Battery
Voltage 12 V
Cold start capacity (CCA) 600 A
Reserve capacity (RC) 115 min
If you must replace your battery, be sure to replace it with a battery of the same cold start capacity and reserve
capacity as the original (See the decal on the battery).
Generator max. current 140 A
Starter motor, power 1.4 kW
Spark plugs P/N272313-8 or equivalent
Gap 0.028- 0.032 in. 0.7-0.8 mm
Tightening torque 22 ft. lbs. (30 Nm)
Firing order 1-2-4-5-3
WARNING!
The distributor ignition system operates at very high voltages. Special safety precautions must be followed to
prevent injury. Always turn the ignition off when:
-Replacing distributor ignition components e.g. plugs, coil, etc.
-Do not touch any part of the distributor ignition system while the engine is running. This may result in unintended
movements and body injury.
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Engine specifications
B5244S B5234T3B5244T3 B5254T2
Output (kW/rps) 123/100184/87147/100 154/83
(hp/rpm) 165/6000247/5200197/6000 208/5000
Torque (Nm/rps) 225/75330/42-87285/30-83 320/25-75
(ft. lbs./rpm) 166/4500243/2400-5200210/1800-5000 236/1500-4500
No. of cylinders 555 5
Bore (mm) 838183 81
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