Workshop Manuals Factory service & repair Peugeot
01 Introduction and contents02 General information03 Engine04 Ignition system05 Lubrication system06 Cooling system07 Carburettor fuel system08 Clutch09 Gearbox (transmission)10 Drive shafts11 Front axle and suspension12 Steering13 Rear axle and rear suspension14 Tightening torques — running gear15 Brake system16 Electrical equipment17 General maintenance18 Fault finding section19 Wiring diagrams20 Back cover
Peugeot J5 Pocket Mechanic, 1.8 and 2.0 petrol (1987-1994)03 · Engine
03 · Engine

1.2. Engine — Dismantling

Make
Peugeot
Model
J5 Pocket Mechanic, 1.8 and 2.0 petrol
Year
1987–1994
Section
Engine dismantling › 1.2. Engine — Dismantling
Engine1.2. Engine — Dismantling · page 1 of 3
Clutch pedal height adjustment mechanism
Fig. 1.13. — The clutch pedal height is adjusted by mating the two nuts at the outer end of the clutch release lever.

1.14. Some of the cable colours are as follows: Idle cut-off valve (1) = orange, temperature sensor (2) = green/white, reversing light switch (3) = white, cooling temperature switch (4) = white, starter motor (5) = red, alternator (6) = brown or green, depending on ignition system, oil pressure switch (7) = green, alternator (8) = black/violet. Take care not to interchange the cables for the ignition coil.

  • When tightening the engine mountings refer to the section at the end of Chapter “Engine”.
  • Joint the suspension ball joints and the steering knuckles. Refer to section “Front Suspension” for details.
  • After starting the engine check the cooling system for leaks, the oil level and the correct operation of the gearchange mechanism.

1.2. Engine — Dismantling

Before commencing dismantling of the engine, all exterior surfaces should be cleaned as far as possible, to remove dirt or grease. Plug the engine openings with clean cloth first to prevent any foreign matter entering the cavities and openings.

Engine cable connections diagram
Fig. 1.14. — The location of some of the cable connections on the engine.
  1. Idle cut-off valve
  2. Temperature sensor
  3. Reversing lights
  4. Temperature switch
  5. Starter motor
  6. Alternator
  7. Oil pressure switch
  8. Alternator

Parts & tools for this job For 1987 Peugeot J5

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