164

1968-1975 / Sedan / Sweden

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Common Suspension and Steering

Rear Suspension Radius Arm Bushings

Symptoms

Clunking from the rear over bumps, axle tramping under hard acceleration, vague handling.

Cause

The rear axle is located by trailing radius arms with large rubber bushings at the front mounts. These bushings perish and tear with age.

Fix

Replace the bushings.

Access is reasonable, but you'll need a press or large vice to remove and install the new bushings into the radius arms.

Polyurethane replacements are available and more durable.

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Other known issues

Common Suspension and Steering

Front Suspension Bushings and Ball Joints

Clunking over bumps, vague steering, uneven tyre wear, wandering on the road.

Common Suspension and Steering

Steering Box Play and Leaks

Excessive play at the steering wheel (more than an inch or so of movement before the wheels respond), heavy steering, groaning noises, power steering fluid leaks.

Common Engine

Oil Leaks from Camshaft Seals and Gaskets

Oil weeps or pools around the valve cover, drips down the side of the block, or accumulates around the timing cover. You might also see oil on the bellhousing or clutch/flywheel area.

Common Engine

Carburettor Issues (B30A/E with Dual Strombergs)

Rough idle, hesitation, stalling when cold, uneven running, black exhaust smoke, poor fuel economy.

Critical Engine

Cooling System Neglect

Overheating, coolant loss, white smoke from the exhaust (head gasket failure), corroded radiator, seized water pump.

Common Engine

Ignition System Wear

Hard starting, misfiring, poor performance, backfiring through the carburettor.

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