Maintenance procedures

The following series of operations are those most often required to improve the performance of a generally poor-running engine:

Primary operations

1. 1
   Clean, inspect and test the battery
2. 2
   Check all the engine-related fluids
3. 3
   Check the condition and tension of the auxiliary drivebelt
4. 4
   Renew the spark plugs
5. 5
   Inspect the ignition system components
6. 6
   Inspect the ignition HT leads
7. 7
   Check the condition of the air filter, and renew if necessary
8. 8
   Check the condition of all hoses, and check for fluid leaks.

If the above operations do not prove fully effective, carry out the following secondary operations:

Secondary operations

All items listed under "Primary operations", plus the following:

1. 1
   Check the charging system
2. 2
   Check the fuel system
3. 3
   Renew the air filter
4. 4
   Renew the distributor cap and rotor arm
5. 5
   Renew the ignition HT leads.

Every 250 miles or weekly

• Fluid level checks
• Battery check
• Tyre checks