British Leyland Triumph Toledo, Repair Manual

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MAINTENANCE
(26) Check battery condition and grease connections
Check specific gravity
Specific gravity checks must be made before the
addition of distilled water or after a run so that a gassing
charge is available for an accurate test.
1. Lift and tilt battery cover.
2. Using a hydrometer, note the specific gravity
reading of each cell.
3. Close battery cover immediately after check.
Specific gravity readings approximately equal for all
cells indicate a battery in serviceable condition.
Cells that show a specific gravity reading lower than
the others indicate that the battery is approaching the
end of its reliable life.
Grease battery connections
4. Remove battery connections, wipe clean and before
refitting smear terminal posts with Vaseline.
(27) Check/report oil/fuel/fluid leaks
Examine the engine, gearbox and rear axle for oil
leaks. Examine the fuel system pipes and carburetter(s)
and fuel pump for fuel leaks.
Examine clutch system for leaks of hydraulic fluid.
(28) Check/report leaks from cooling and heater systems
1. Check hose connections and tightness of clips.
2. Examine water pump.
3. **Check radiator drain tap (where fitted).
4. Check cylinder block drain tap (where fitted).**
5. Examine cylinder block core plugs.
6. Examine heater water system for leaks.
UNDERBODY
(29) Check/top up level of gearbox oil
1. Place car on ramp or over pit.
2. Remove gearbox level plug and observe oil level
which when correct is in line with the bottom of the
level hole threads.
3. If necessary, top up via level hole using a pump
type oil can with a flexible nozzle charged with a
recommended E.P. oil until the level is correct.
4. **Wipe clean level plug, refit and tighten to 20 to
25 lbf ft (2-8 to 3*5 kgfm).**
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Triumph Toledo Manual. Part N o. 345168. Issue 2
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