1•2 Maintenance schedule
Every 9000 miles (15 000 km) or
6 months, whichever comes first
mm Renew the engine oil and filter - early (pre-1987) models
(Section 6)
Every 9000 miles (15 000 km) or
12 months, whichever comes first
mm Renew the engine oil and filter - later (1987-on) models
(Section 6)
mm Renew the spark plugs (Section 7)
mm Check and adjust the valve clearances - 1.2 litre models
(Chapter 2A)
mm Check all underbonnet and underbody components, pipes and
hoses for leaks (Section 8)
mm Check the condition of the auxiliary drivebelt, and renew if
necessary (Section 9)
mm Check the ignition system components and renew the contact
breaker points (Section 10)
mm Check idle speed and mixture adjustments (Section 11)
mm Clean the fuel pump filter (carburettor models) (Section 12)
mm Check the throttle cable adjustment (Chapter 4A or 4B)
mm Check the automatic transmission fluid level (Section 13)
mm Check the operation of the horn, all lights, and the wipers and
washers (Section 14)
mm Check the condition of the wiper blades (Section 15)
mm Check the tightness of the roadwheel bolts (Section 16)
mm Check the condition of the front, and rear (where fitted) brake
pads (renew if necessary), and the calipers and discs
(Section 17)
mm Check the rear wheel bearings adjustment (Section 18)
mm Check the handbrake adjustment (Section 19)
mm Check the driveshaft CV joints and gaiters for condition
(Section 20)
mm Lubricate locks and hinges (Section 21)
mm Check the exhaust system for condition and security
(Section 22)
mm Road test the vehicle (Section 23)
Every 2 years
(regardless of mileage)
In addition to all the relevant items listed previously, carry out the
following:
mm Renew the coolant (Section 32)
Every 36 000 miles (60 000 km) or
4 years, whichever comes first
In addition to all the relevant items listed previously, carry out the
following:
mm Renew the automatic transmission fluid (Section 33)
mm Renew the camshaft toothed belt -
1.3, 1.4, 1.6, 1.8 and 2.0 litre 8-valve engines (Chapter 2B),
2.0 litre 16-valve engines (Chapter 2C)
Every 54 000 miles (90 000 km) or
3 years, whichever comes first
In addition to all the relevant items listed previously, carry out the
following:
mm Renew the braking system seals and hose (Chapter 9)
Every 18 000 miles (30 000 km) or
12 months, whichever comes first
In addition to all the items listed previously, carry out the following:
mm Renew the air cleaner filter element (Section 24)
mm Renew the fuel filter (fuel injection models) (Section 25)
mm Clean the carburettor fuel inlet filter (Section 26)
mm Check the manual transmission oil level (Section 27)
mm Check the clutch adjustment (Section 28)
mm Check the condition of the rear brake shoes (renew if
necessary), wheel cylinders and drums (Section 29)
mm Renew the brake fluid (Section 30)
mm Check the headlamp alignment (Section 31)
Every 250 miles (400 km) or weekly
mm See Weekly checks
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