The vehicles covered in this manual use an all-metal body. Some body parts that are particularly susceptible to damage can be removed and repaired or replaced, including body trim, bumpers, hood, trunk lid and windows.
Body — maintenance and repair 1. The condition of your vehicle's bodywork is very important because it has a large impact on its resale value. It is much more difficult to repair a run down or...
Vinyl Finish — Maintenance and Repair Never clean vinyl trim with detergents, caustic soaps, or kerosene-based cleaners. Simple soap and water work just fine, and a soft brush can easily remove stubborn...
Upholstery and rugs — care 1. Every three months, remove the floor mats and clean the inside of the car (if necessary, do it more often). Vacuum upholstery and rugs to remove any remaining dirt...
Body repair — minor damage Repair of small scratches 1. If the scratch is superficial and does not affect the metal of the body, the repair is very simple. Lightly rub the scratched surface with a...
Body repair — major damage 1. Significant body damage must be repaired at service stations that have body repair equipment. 2. If extensive damage occurs, the body geometry must be checked. They...
Hinges and locks — maintenance and repair Every 5000 km, or every three months, apply a few drops of light oil or lock lubricant to the hinges and latches on the doors, hood and trunk. Door lock latches should...
Windshield and Fixed Glass — Replacement Replacing windshields and fixed windows requires the use of a special fast curing adhesive or sealant and some specialized tools. These operations are recommended to be...
Hood — removal, installation and adjustment Removal and installation 1. Cover body panels with old blankets. 9.2 Mark the hinges around the bolts and also mark the position of the hinge on the hood 2. Apply...
Bumpers — removal and installation 10.1a Front bumper elements 1. Turn off bolts of fastening of a casing to a body (10.1a and 10.1b). 10.1b Elements of the rear bumper 2. Remove the wires and other...
Door trim panel — removal and installation 1. Disconnect the negative battery terminal wire. 11.2a On some models, the screw securing the door handle can be unscrewed by pulling the handle towards you 2. Loosen...
Door — removal, installation and adjustment 1. Remove the door trim panel. Disconnect the wires and put them away. 2. Place a jack or support under the door. 3. Make marks around the hinge mounting bolts. 4. Turn...
Trunk lid — removal, installation and adjustment 1. Open the trunk lid and cover the body panels with old blankets or rags. 2. Disconnect wires that may interfere with cover removal. 13.3 Make marks around the loops...
Latch, lock drum and handle — removal and installation 1. Remove the door trim panel and protective film. 2. Remove glass. Latch 15.3a Elements of the door lock of models with a rising external handle 1. Finishing panel; 3....
Door glass — removal and installation 16.1a Front door glass fastening elements on models of early years of production 1. Finishing panel; 2. Protective film; 3. Glass; 4. Gasket; 5. Guide; 6. Regulator...
External rear-view mirrors — removal and installation 1. Disconnect the negative battery cable (on models with power mirrors). 17.2a On 1989 and earlier Precis models, remove the cover... 17.2b... unscrew the screw and...
Front fender inner panels — removal and installation 1. Raise the car and remove the front wheels. 18.2 Internal elements of the front wing 1. Top casing; 2. Mudguard; 3. Front cover 2. Unscrew the fixing bolts and remove...
Automatic seat belts — general description 1. These seat belts are called automatic because you do not need to fasten them. The seat belt tensions automatically when the door is closed and the ignition is...
Checking the seat belts 1. Check the seat belts, buckles and latches for damage or wear. 2. Check that the warning light and horn to fasten the seat belt come on when the key is turned in the...