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Fuel and exhaust systems - carburettor models

Inlet manifold pre-heater (1.6 litre models with automatic transmission) - general information, removal and refitting

In this manual: Fuel and exhaust systems - carburettor models
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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General information

1. An electric manifold pre-heater is fitted to some 1.6 litre models (fitted with a 16SH engine) with automatic transmission. If it malfunctions, warm-up time will be prolonged and cold driveability will suffer.

Removal

2. Disconnect the battery earth (negative) lead.

3. Disconnect the pre-heater wiring multi-plug.

4. Remove the screws which secure the pre-heater to the inlet manifold. Pull the pre-heater downwards and remove it.

Refitting

5. Refitting is the reverse of the removal procedure. Make sure that the pre-heater and manifold are clean, and use a new sealing ring.

Test yourself

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