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Routine maintenance and servicing

Fuel filter renewal - fuel injection models

In this manual: Routine maintenance and servicing
Routine maintenance and servicing — 18OHV engine — 17OHC engines — 14DOHC (16-valve) engine — 12Cooling, heating and ventilation systems — 10Fuel and exhaust systems - carburettor models — 25Fuel and exhaust systems - fuel-injected models — 12Starting and charging systems — 9Contact breaker ignition system — 10Electronic (breakerless) ignition systems — 8Braking system — 23Suspension and steering — 25Bodywork and fittings — 21Body electrical system — 21Wiring diagrams — 1Reference — 25
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Warning: Before carrying out the following operation refer to the precautions given in Safety first! and follow them implicitly.

Petrol is a highly dangerous and volatile liquid and the precautions necessary when handling it cannot be overstressed.

1. The fuel filter is located under the rear of the vehicle. Chock the front wheels, jack up the rear of the vehicle, and support securely on axle stands.

2. Disconnect the battery negative lead and position a suitable container below the fuel filter, to catch spilt fuel.

3. Slacken the retaining clips and, bearing in mind the information given on depressurising the fuel system, disconnect both hoses. To minimise fuel loss clamp the hoses either side of the filter or be prepared to plug the hose ends as they are disconnected (see illustration).

Every 18 000 miles
Fuel filter showing mounting and hose connections

4. Loosen the clamp bolt, and withdraw the filter from its clamp. Note the orientation of the fuel flow direction indicator on the filter.

This will be in the form of an arrow which points in the direction of the fuel flow, or the filter will have AUS (out) stamped on its outlet side (see illustration).

Every 18 000 miles
Fuel filter directional marking

5. Recover the mounting rubber from the old filter, and transfer it to the new filter.

6. Fit the new filter making sure its fuel flow direction indicator is facing the right way.

7. Reconnect the hose and securely tighten their retaining clips.

8. Start the engine and check the disturbed hose connections for signs of leakage.

Carburettor fuel inlet filter cleaning

Warning: Before carrying out the following operation refer to the precautions given in Safety first! and follow them implicitly. Petrol is a highly dangerous and volatile liquid and the precautions necessary when handling it cannot be overstressed.

Remove the filter, wash it fresh fuel to remove any debris from it. Inspect the filter for signs of clogging or splitting and renew it if necessary. Refit the filter and reconnect the fuel hose.

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