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Owner’s Handbook Instruktieboekje Manuel du Conducteur Betriebsanleitung Manuale di Istruzioni Manual del Conductor Manual do Proprietário Owner’s Handbook Owner’s Handbook DEFENDER 90 - 110 - 130 Td5 -Tdi- V8 ...
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CONTENTS SECTION 1 Introduction .......................................................... 1 SECTION 2 Controls & instruments ........................................ 7 SECTION 3 Driving & operating ............................................. 45 SECTION 4 Owner maintenance ............................................. 79 SECTION 5 Worksho ...
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1 OWNER’S HANDBOOK This handbook covers all current versions of Land Rover Defender petrol and diesel models and, together with the Service Portfolio book, provides all the information you need to derive maximum pleasure from owning and driving your new vehicle. For convenience, the handbook is divided into sections, each dealing with a particula ...
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Introduction 3 SERVICE PORTFOLIO The Service Portfolio book included in your literature pack contains important vehicle identification information and details of your entitlement under the terms of the Land Rover warranty. Most important of all, however, is the section on maintenance. This outlines the servicing requirements for your vehicle and al ...
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Introduction 4 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) If you need to communicate with a Land Rover dealer, you may be asked to quote the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The VIN and recommended maximum vehicle weights (dependent on market) is stamped on a plate riveted to the top of the brake pedal box in the engine compartment (this should also m ...
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Introduction 5 IMPORTANT INFORMATION Remember the breakdown safety code If a breakdown occurs while travelling:- • Wherever possible, consistent with road safety and traffic conditions, the vehicle should be moved off the main thoroughfare, preferably into a lay-by. If a breakdown occurs on a motorway, pull well over to the inside of the hard sho ...
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7 In this section of the handbook you will find descriptions of the controls and instruments on your vehicle. For your own safety, it is most important to read this section fully and to gain a thorough understanding of all the controls before driving. SECTION 2 Controls & instruments Section Contents Page Controls 9 ............................ ...
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Controls 9 Right hand steering 1. Ventilator control 2. Rear screen wash/wipe switch 3. Radio/cassette player 4. Ashtray 5. Cigar lighter 6. Bonnet release handle 7. Ventilator control 8. Heater fan control 9. Lighting, direction indicators and horn control 10. Instrument and warning light pack 11. Clock 12. Heater controls 13. Hand throttle - if f ...
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Controls 10 Left hand steering 1. Ventilator control 2. Rear screen wash/wipe switch 3. Radio/cassette player 4. Ashtray 5. Cigar lighter 6. Bonnet release handle 7. Ventilator control 8. Heater fan control 9. Lighting, direction indicators and horn control 10. Instrument and warning light pack 11. Clock 12. Heater controls 13. Hand throttle - if f ...
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Locks & Alarm 11 KEYS You have been supplied with two sets of keys, comprising: • a black key for operating the starter switch. • a plain, metal, key for operating the door locks. • A smaller metal key (marked ’FUEL’) to operate the fuel filler cap lock. Key numbers The starter key number is stamped on a tag attached to the key ring. ...
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Locks & Alarm 12 Child-proof locks (110 Station wagon) Move the locking levers down to engage the child-proof locks (see illustration). With the locks engaged, the rear doors cannot be opened from inside the vehicle, thereby reducing the risk of a door being opened accidentally while the vehicle is moving. Taildoor (if fitted) From outside, use ...
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Locks & Alarm 13 ALARM SYSTEM (if fitted) Your vehicle is fitted with a sophisticated anti-theft alarm and engine immobilisation system. In order to combine maximum vehicle security with minimum inconvenience, you are advised to gain a full understanding of the alarm system by thoroughly reading this section of the handbook. Features of the ala ...
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Locks & Alarm 14 Disarming the alarm Within range of the vehicle, briefly press the left (PLAIN) button on the handset; the direction indicator lights will flash once to indicate that the alarm has been disarmed and the engine re-mobilised. NOTE: In some territories, the interior lights will illuminate when the alarm is disarmed. If the directi ...
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Locks & Alarm 15 Interior protection Interior protection is activated automatically when the alarm system is armed; twin sensors inside the vehicle monitor the interior space and will activate the alarm if an intrusion is detected. However, if passengers or animals are to be left inside the vehicle, or if a window or sunroof is to be left open, ...
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Locks & Alarm 16 Engine immobilisation override If the handset is lost or fails to operate, engine immobilisation can be overridden by using the starter key to enter the four digit emergency key access code (this code is recorded on the Security Information card). The procedure for entering the code is described below. Before entering the code, ...
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Locks & Alarm 17 If an incorrect code has been entered: If the code is entered incorrectly, the anti-theft indicator light will continue to illuminate and the engine will fail to start. Before entering the code again, turn the starter switch to position ’II’ and hold in this position for 5 seconds. After three failed attempts, the security ...
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Locks & Alarm 18 HANDSET BATTERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION • BEFORE replacing a handset battery, disarm the alarm and unlock the doors. • DO NOT remove an expired battery until you are ready to install the replacement. • The engine will immobilise five minutes after the key is removed from the starter switch. If handset battery replacement is ...
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Locks & Alarm 19 Always fit a Land Rover STC4080 or a Panasonic CR2032 replacement battery (available from a Land Rover dealer) and adopt the following replacement procedure: 1) Unlock the vehicle and disarm the alarm system. 2) Turn the starter switch to position ’II’, then turn to position ’0’ and remove the key. 3) Carefully prise th ...
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Locks & Alarm 20 IMPORTANT INFORMATION Battery disconnection Your vehicle is equipped with a battery backed-up sounder, which operates as an anti-theft siren if the vehicle battery is disconnected. Before disconnecting the vehicle battery, it is ESSENTIAL to refer to ’Battery removal and replacement’ in Section 4, in order to prevent the al ...
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Seats 21 FRONT SEAT ADJUSTMENT WARNING To avoid the risk of loss of control and personal injury, never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback while the vehicle is in motion. Forward/backward movement Lift the bar at the front of the seat base to slide the seat forward or back. Ensure the seat is locked in position before driving. Backrest movement ...
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Seats 22 FOLDING THE REAR SEATS - (if fitted) Before folding the rear seats; • Slide the front seats forward. • Ensure that the outer rear seat belts are correctly stowed in their belt clips. • Pass the seat belt locks through the junction of the backrest and the cushion and into the loadspace. Individually split rear seats NOTE: The two oute ...
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Seats 23 60/40 split rear seats 1. Pull up the release catch. 2. Fold the backrest forward. 3. Lift and fold the seat base forward. 4. Fold away the seat stand. WARNING DO NOT adjust the seats while the vehicle is in motion. When re-erecting the seats, ensure that the seat stands are properly positioned. When the seat is erected, the latching mecha ...
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Seat belts 24 SEAT BELT SAFETY Seat belts are life saving equipment. In a collision, unrestrained passengers can be thrown around inside the vehicle, or possibly thrown out of the vehicle, resulting in injury to themselves and to other occupants. DO NOT take chances with safety! • DO make sure ALL passengers are securely strapped in at all times ...
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Seat belts 25 WARNING At all times, occupants should wear a seat belt for their protection in the event of a collision or sudden stop. In some circumstances, perhaps due to the vehicle being on a slope, the automatic locking mechanism may engage, preventing the initial extension of the belt. This is not a fault - ease the belt free and use it. Fast ...
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Seat belts 26 Infant and child restraints All infant and child restraint systems are designed to be secured in vehicle seats by means of a lap belt or the lap portion of a lap/shoulder belt. When installing and using any infant or child restraint system, always follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer concerning installation and use. Fa ...
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Seat belts 27 Caring for seat belts Regularly inspect the belt webbing for signs of wear, paying particular attention to the fixing points and adjusters. Always replace a seat belt that has withstood the strain of an impact or shows signs of fraying. DO NOT bleach or dye the webbing. Clean the webbing using warm water and non-detergent soap only - ...
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Instruments 28 1. Speedometer Indicates road speed in miles and/or kilometres per hour. 2. Anti-theft alarm indicator light Indicates the status of the alarm system (see ’Locks & alarm’). 3. Total distance and trip recorder Indicates the total distance or the individual journey distance travelled by the vehicle. 4. Total distance and trip r ...
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Warning lights 29 The warning lights are colour coded as follows: RED lights are warnings. WARNING DO NOT drive if a RED warning light remains on once the engine is running or illuminates whilst driving. GREEN & BLUE lights indicate that a unit is operating. AMBER lights show that a unit is operating and should be switched off (or rectified) as ...
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Warning lights 30 Hazard warning lights - RED Illuminates in conjunction with the direction indicator warning lights, when the hazard warning lights are operated. Differential lock - AMBER Illuminates whenever the differential lock is engaged. If the light remains on after the differential lock is disengaged, transmission ’wind up’ may be prese ...
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Warning lights 31 Traction control - AMBER (if fitted) Illuminates as a bulb and system check, when the starter switch is turned to position ’II’ and extinguishes after approximately 4 seconds. The light illuminates for a minimum of 2 seconds, whenever traction control is operating. If the warning light flashes (for at least 10 seconds); this i ...
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Lights & indicators 32 Direction indicators Move the lever DOWN to indicate a LEFT turn, and UP to indicate a RIGHT turn (the GREEN warning light on the instrument panel will flash in time with the direction indicators). Hold the lever part-way up or down against spring pressure to indicate a lane change. Main light switch Lever position; • S ...
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Lights & indicators 33 Headlight levelling (if fitted) The height of the headlight beams is affected by the distribution of weight inside the vehicle. Always ensure your headlights are adjusted so that the point at which they meet the road surface ahead of the vehicle provides adequate illumination, without dazzling other road users. The follow ...
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Wipers & washers 34 WARNING To prevent possible overload damage to the linkage or the wiper motors in either freezing or extremely hot conditions, care must be taken to ensure that the wiper blades are not adhering to the glass before operating the wipers. WINDSCREEN WIPERS • Single wipe Push the lever up against spring pressure and release i ...
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Wipers & washers 35 Rear window wash/wipe The rear window wash/wipe only operates with the starter switch turned to position ’II’. • Press and hold to operate the washer. • Rotate clockwise and hold to operate the wiper for the required duration. IMPORTANT INFORMATION • DO NOT operate the wipers on a dry screen. • In freezing or ver ...
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Switches 36 Heated rear window (if fitted) Press the lower portion of the switch to operate; press the upper portion to switch off. The warning light in the instrument panel illuminates while the heating elements are switched on and extinguishes when they are turned off. WARNING DO NOT stick labels over the heating elements, and DO NOT scrape or us ...
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Windows 37 WINDOWS Front/rear windows; Raise or lower the window by rotating the handle mounted on the door trim pad. Sliding rear windows; (if fitted) To open, press the catch tongues together, slide the window to the desired position and release the catch, ensuring that it locates securely in the sockets, locking the window in position. ...
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Sunroof 38 SUNROOF (if fitted) The sunroof can be opened to varying degrees or, if required, can be removed completely. To OPEN the roof: Turn the hand wheel anti-clockwise to give the desired opening. To CLOSE the roof: Turn the hand wheel clockwise until resistance is felt. To REMOVE the roof: Open the sunroof fully and push the catch (1) rearwar ...
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Heating & ventilation 39 Fresh air vents To open the two vents in the windscreen frame, push the lever to the right and then downwards to the desired position and release. The temperature of air supplied to the fresh air vents is not controlled by the heater. NOTE: For vehicles fitted with an air conditioning system, the location and operation ...
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Heating & ventilation 40 HEATER CONTROLS NOTE: For vehicles fitted with an air conditioning system, the heater controls are described on a later page (see ’Air conditioning’). 1. Temperature control Move the lever downwards (towards the RED segment) to increase air temperature, or upwards (towards the BLUE segment) to reduce air temperature ...
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Heating & ventilation 41 USING YOUR HEATER Ensure the front grille and the air intake grille on the front wing are kept clear of obstructions (especially snow and ice). The following examples of basic heater settings are intended as a general guide; the air distribution, temperature and blower controls can then be further adjusted to suit your ...
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Air conditioning 42 CONTROLS 1. On/off blower control Rotate clockwise to the first position to turn on the air conditioning. Rotate further (positions II and III) to increase the flow of conditioned air from the four vents in the lower fascia. NOTE: The air conditioning will only operate with the engine running. 2. Temperature control Rotate clock ...
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Air conditioning 43 The following examples of air conditioning settings are included for your guidance: NOTE: If air conditioning is to be used, ensure that the fresh air vents are closed and that the heater unit controls are set to; Temperature control - fully up. Fan speed control - position ’0’. Distribution control - fully up. Normal coolin ...
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Interior equipment 44 INTERIOR LIGHTS With the switch midway between the ’ON’ and ’OFF’ positions, the light will illuminate automatically whenever a door is opened and remain illuminated for approximately 15 seconds after ALL the doors are closed, or until the starter switch is turned on. When alighting from the vehicle, the interior light ...
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45 SECTION 3 Driving & operating Section Contents Page Starter switch & steering lock 47 .................... Starting & driving 48 ...................................... Fuel 55 ............................................................ Gearbox & transmission 59 ............................ Brakes 64 ............................. ...
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Starter switch & steering lock 47 To unlock the steering column Insert the ignition key FULLY and turn the starter switch to position ’I’, while turning the steering wheel slightly to disengage the lock. To lock the steering column Turn the starter switch to position ’0’ and withdraw the key from the starter switch. Turn the steering wh ...
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Starting & driving 48 STARTING - DIESEL ENGINES 1. Check that the handbrake is applied and that the gear lever is in neutral. 2. Switch off all unnecessary electrical equipment. 3. Insert the starter key and turn the switch to position ’II’. Wait until the glow plug warning light extinguishes. NOTE: When restarting a warm engine, it will no ...
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Starting & driving 49 Cold climates In very cold climates, the battery charging and oil pressure warning lights may take several seconds to extinguish. Similarly, engine cranking times will also increase; at -30 ° C the starter motor may need to be operated continuously for as long as 30 seconds before the engine will start. For this reason, e ...
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Starting & driving 50 STARTING - PETROL ENGINES 1. Check that the handbrake is applied and that the gear lever is in neutral. 2. Switch off all unnecessary electrical equipment. 3. If the engine is cold, pull out the cold start control (if fitted) and turn it clockwise to lock (see illustration). 4. Insert the starter key and turn the switch to ...
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Starting & driving 51 WARNING Exhaust fumes contain poisonous substances which can cause unconsciousness and may even be fatal. • DO NOT inhale exhaust gases. • DO NOT start or leave the engine running in an enclosed unventilated area, or drive with the rear door open. • DO NOT modify the exhaust system from the original design. • DO re ...
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Starting & driving 52 EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Land Rover vehicles are fitted with emission and evaporative control equipment necessary to meet a number of territorial requirements. In many countries, it is against the law for vehicle owners to modify or tamper with emission control equipment, or to sanction the unauthorised replacement or modif ...
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Starting & driving 53 RUNNING-IN (petrol & diesel models) Proper running-in will have a direct bearing on the reliability and smooth running of your vehicle throughout its life. In particular, the engine, gearbox, brakes and tyres need time to bed-in and adjust to the demands of everyday motoring. It is therefore essential to drive with con ...
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Starting & driving 54 IMPORTANT DRIVING INFORMATION Instruments & warning lights Before driving, it is important to fully understand the function of the instruments and warning lights described in section 2. NOTE: Red warning lights are of particular importance, illumination indicates that a fault exists. If a red light illuminates, always ...
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Fuel 55 PETROL ENGINES USE ONLY RECOMMENDED FUEL 4 cylinder engines: Use 90 RON minimum leaded or unleaded fuel wherever possible. V8 engines: Use 91 - 93 leaded or unleaded fuel wherever possible. The RON value (octane rating) of petroleum commonly available at garage forecourts will vary in different countries. The RON value quoted is the MINIMUM ...
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Fuel 56 Fuel filling To unlock the fuel cap; 1. Insert the key and turn it 90 ° clockwise. 2. Turn the key back to the vertical and then remove. The cap should then be unscrewed gradually (see Warning below). WARNING To avoid any sudden discharge of fuel caused by excessive air pressure, the cap is designed to allow the fuel tank to vent during th ...
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Fuel 57 Empty fuel tank DO NOT RUN THE FUEL TANK DRY! In the case of Tdi diesel models, qualified assistance may be required to prime the fuel system before the engine can be restarted. Td5 diesel engine vehicles In the case of Td5 vehicles,carry out the following procedure: 1. Turn off the starter switch and wait for 15 seconds. 2. Turn the starte ...
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Fuel 58 FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH (Td5 models only) The fuel cut-off switch is a safety device which, in the event of a collision or sudden impact, automatically cuts off the fuel supply to the engine. The switch is located on the engine compartment bulkhead. After an impact, the switch must be reset by pressing the rubber top (arrowed in illustration) b ...
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Gearbox & transmission 59 MAIN GEARBOX Your vehicle features a five speed main gearbox and a two speed transfer box. In addition, a centre differential in the transfer box distributes the drive to the front and rear axles, providing permanent four wheel drive. By using the main gearbox in conjunction with the transfer gears, ten forward and two ...
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Gearbox & transmission 60 TRANSFER GEARBOX The second gear lever is used to select either the high or low range of gears in the transfer gearbox and, in addition, also controls the centre differential (known as the ’DIFF LOCK’). High range (’H’) Use high range for all normal road driving and also for off-road driving across dry, level t ...
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Gearbox & transmission 61 USING THE TRANSFER GEARBOX With the vehicle stationary and the engine running, depress the clutch and then move the lever fully forward (or backwards) in TWO distinct but positive moves - ’high to neutral’.... ’neutral to low’ (or vice versa). If there is resistance to the gear engaging, do not force the lever. ...
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Gearbox & transmission 62 THE DIFFERENTIAL LOCK Unlike many four wheel drive vehicles, all Land Rover vehicles have permanent four wheel drive. This is achieved by the inclusion of a lockable differential between the front and rear drive shafts. With the differential locked, the drive shafts to front and rear axles are (in effect) joined togeth ...
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Gearbox & transmission 63 When to use the diff lock As a general rule, the differential should only be locked in order to drive off-road on loose and slippery surfaces. ALWAYS unlock the differential for normal road driving or as soon as a hard grippy surface is reached whether high or low gears are selected. NOTE: A valuable introduction to of ...
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Brakes 64 BRAKING SYSTEM The hydraulic braking system operates through dual circuits; if one circuit should fail, the other will continue to function. However, in the event of a brake failure where only one circuit is operational, the vehicle should only be driven at slow speed to the nearest qualified dealer. In these circumstances, exercise extre ...
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Brakes 65 HANDBRAKE Unlike most other vehicles, the handbrake operates on the rear propeller shaft, and NOT on the road wheels. This may result in slight movement of the vehicle after the handbrake is applied. To engage the handbrake, depress the button and pull the lever up. To release, pull the lever up slightly, depress the button and lower the ...
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Brakes 66 ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (if fitted) The anti-lock braking system (ABS) prevents the wheels from locking, thereby helping to maintain steering control. No special driving techniques or effort is required from the driver. Under normal braking (where sufficient road surface friction exists to reliably bring the vehicle to a halt, without th ...
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Brakes 67 Warning light The anti-lock braking system incorporates a monitoring system, which checks that all the electrical components are in working order, as soon as the starter switch is turned to position ’II’ and also at frequent intervals during your journey. The warning light on the instrument panel is an important part of this system. T ...
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Traction control 68 ELECTRONIC TRACTION CONTROL (if fitted) The purpose of electronic traction control is to aid traction when one wheel spins while the other still has good grip, eg. if one side of the vehicle is on ice and the other is on tarmac. The system works by applying the brake to a spinning wheel in order to transfer torque to the other s ...
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Towing & load carrying 69 TOWING WARNING If a Nato Hook or a Jaw and Pintle type towing accessory is to be fitted to your vehicle, DO NOT attach them directly to the chassis rear cross-member - it is essential that an adapter plate kit (available from a Land Rover dealer) is also fitted. The torque ranges of Land Rover engines allow maximum-wei ...
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Towing & load carrying 70 NOTE: Towing regulations vary from country to country. It is very important to ensure that national regulations governing towing weights and speed limits are observed (refer to the relevant national motoring organisation for information). The following maximum permissible towed weights refer to the vehicle’s design l ...
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Towing & load carrying 71 Coupled braking systems In order to tow a trailer with a weight in excess of 3,500 kg, the vehicle must be adapted to operate a coupled brake system. If this adaptation is carried out, the vehicle identification number plate (VIN) must be changed to show the increased train weight. Revised VIN plates may be obtained fr ...
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Emergency starting 72 Starting an engine with a discharged battery The ONLY recommended methods of restarting a vehicle with a discharged battery are: • The use of a substitute battery fitted to the disabled vehicle. • The use of booster cables to connect the battery from a donor vehicle to the discharged battery. USING BOOSTER CABLES WARNING B ...
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Emergency starting 73 8. Once both engines are running normally, allow them to idle for two minutes before switching off the engine of the donor vehicle and disconnecting the booster cables. DO NOT switch on any electrical circuits on the previously disabled vehicle until AFTER the booster cables have been removed. 9. Disconnecting the booster cabl ...
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Vehicle recovery 74 VEHICLE RECOVERY If it is necessary to recover the vehicle by towing, always adhere to the following procedure: Towing the vehicle (on four-wheels) 1. Set the main gearbox and transfer box in neutral. 2. Ensure the differential lock is in the unlocked position. 3. Turn the starter switch to the first position to unlock the steer ...
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Vehicle recovery 75 Transporter or trailer lashing Use the towing rings on the front and rear cross members as lashing points (see illustration). DO NOT secure lashing hooks or trailer fixings to any other part of the vehicle. ...
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Ancillary equipment 76 Winches A number of different winches, suited to jobs ranging from vehicle recovery to haulage, can be fitted to your Defender. For further information on the types of winch available and their various uses, contact your Land Rover dealer. As winch operation will vary considerably on different winch units, it is essential tha ...
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Ancillary equipment 77 Power take-off drives Your Defender is capable of providing a static or mobile power source, which can be used to power generators, compressors, pumps and other ancillary equipment, mounted on or under the vehicle, by means of shaft, belt or hydraulic drive. This is possible by having a power take-off drive unit fitted to the ...
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Ancillary equipment 78 HAND THROTTLE (if fitted) The hand throttle is for use in conjunction with power take-off equipment (winches, pumps etc.), when a relatively constant engine speed is required. WARNING DO NOT attempt to use the hand throttle when the vehicle is being driven. Operating the hand throttle 1. Select ’N’ (neutral) in the transf ...
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79 The long-term safety, reliability and performance of your vehicle will depend very largely on how well it is maintained. Maintenance is the owner’s responsibility and it is ESSENTIAL that all routine services are carried out at the specified intervals. These are shown in the Service Portfolio book included in the literature pack. The Service P ...
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Owner maintenance 81 OWNER MAINTENANCE In addition to the routine services, which should be carried out by your Land Rover dealer at the intervals shown in the Service Portfolio book, a number of simple checks (listed below) must be carried out by the owner or driver on a regular basis. These are fully described on the pages that follow. Daily chec ...
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Owner maintenance 82 Planned maintenance Regular systematic maintenance is the key to ensuring the continued reliability and efficiency of your vehicle. The routine maintenance requirements for your vehicle are shown in the Service Portfolio book. Most of this necessary workshop maintenance requires specialised knowledge and equipment, and should p ...
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Owner maintenance 83 SAFETY IN THE GARAGE Whenever you carry out maintenance on your vehicle, the following safety precautions should be observed at all times. • ALWAYS keep hands, tools and items of clothing clear of all drive belts and pulleys. • DO NOT touch exhaust or cooling system components until they are cool. • DO NOT touch electrica ...
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Bonnet opening 84 WARNING Ensure the wipers are switched off and have returned to the parked position before opening the bonnet. Pull the bonnet release handle (located in the right hand footwell). Lift the safety catch lever (as illustration) and raise the bonnet. Prop stay Release the bonnet support stay from the underside of the bonnet and fit t ...
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Bonnet opening 85 Prop stay (Td5 models) Unclip the stay from the bonnet locking platform and fit the stay in the corresponding slot in the underside of the bonnet. Scissor action stay Raise the bonnet until the stay fully extends. Release the bonnet, ensuring that the stay locks into position. Closing the bonnet After closing the bonnet, check tha ...
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Engine compartment 86 Td5 - Left hand steering 1. Cooling system reservoir. 2. Brake fluid reservoir. 3. Clutch fluid reservoir. 4. Washer reservoir. 5. Engine oil filler cap. 6. Engine oil dipstick. 7. Power steering reservoir. NOTE: It will be necessary to remove the access flap before topping up the engine oil. WARNING Ensure that sparks and nak ...
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Engine compartment 87 Tdi - Right hand steering (non-air conditioning) 1. Diesel fuel filter. 2. Cooling system reservoir. 3. Brake fluid reservoir. 4. Clutch fluid reservoir. 5. Engine oil filler cap. 6. Engine oil dipstick. 7. Washer reservoir. 8. Power steering reservoir. WARNING Ensure that sparks and naked lights are kept away from the engine ...
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Engine compartment 88 V8 - Right hand steering 1. Cooling system reservoir 2. Brake fluid reservoir. 3. Washer reservoir. 4. Engine oil dipstick. 5. Engine oil filler cap. 6. Power steering reservoir. 7. Clutch fluid reservoir. 8. Radiator filler plug. WARNING Ensure that sparks and naked lights are kept away from the engine compartment. ...
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Engine compartment 89 Td5 diesel engine ENGINE OIL LEVEL-CHECK & TOP-UP Check the oil level at least every 400 km (250 miles) when the engine is HOT and with the vehicle resting on level ground. Switch off the engine and let the vehicle stand for five minutes to allow the oil to drain back into the sump. Withdraw the dipstick and wipe the blade ...
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Engine compartment 90 V8 petrol engine Oil specifications It is essential to use an oil suitable for the climatic conditions in which the vehicle is to be operated. Precise specifications are shown in ’General data’. If in doubt, contact your Land Rover dealer. 4-cylinder petrol engine ...
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Engine compartment 91 Td5 diesel engine COOLING SYSTEM TOP-UP WARNING The coolant level in the reservoir should be checked at least weekly (more frequently in high mileage or arduous operating conditions). Always check the level WHEN THE SYSTEM IS COLD. Never run the engine without coolant. NEVER remove the filler cap or radiator filler plug when t ...
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Engine compartment 92 V8 models On V8 models, as well as removing the reservoir cap, carefully unscrew the radiator filler plug (illustrated above), allowing pressure to escape before removing completely. Top the radiator up, if necessary, with a 50% mixture of anti-freeze and water to maintain the level at approximately 12 mm (0.5 in) below the ra ...
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Engine compartment 93 WINDSCREEN WASHER TOP-UP The windscreen washer reservoir also supplies the rear screen. Check the reservoir level and top-up with a mixture of water and an approved screen washer solvent to approximately 25 mm (1 in) below the bottom of the filler neck. In cold weather, to prevent freezing, use a screen washer solvent containi ...
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Engine compartment 94 FUEL SEDIMENTER - Tdi diesel engines (if fitted) The sedimenter is located on the chassis side member, near the rear wheel. To drain: Slacken off the drain plug (arrowed in illustration), to allow any water to drain off. Retighten the plug as soon as pure diesel is emitted. FUEL FILTER - Tdi diesel engines The filter is locate ...
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Engine compartment 95 CLUTCH FLUID TOP-UP Wipe the filler cap before removing, to prevent dirt from entering the reservoir. Check the fluid level and top up if necessary, maintaining the level approximately 10 mm below the top of the reservoir, using fluid meeting FMVSS 116 DOT 4 specification. Ensure dirt does not enter the reservoir while filling ...
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Engine compartment 96 WARNING Contact your dealer immediately if brake travel is unusually long or if there is any appreciable drop in brake fluid. BRAKE FLUID CHECK The fluid level will fall slightly during use as a result of brake pad wear, but should not be allowed to fall below the ’MIN’ mark. Any substantial drop in fluid indicates a leak ...
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Engine compartment 97 POWER STEERING TOP-UP ONLY check the fluid level with the engine switched off and the system cold, and ensure that the steering wheel is not turned after stopping the engine. Wipe the filler cap to prevent dirt from entering the reservoir. Remove the filler cap and, using a lint-free cloth, wipe the dipstick clean. Refit the c ...
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Tyres 98 WARNING Never drive your vehicle if the tyres are badly worn, cut or damaged, or if the pressures are incorrect. Incorrectly inflated tyres wear rapidly and seriously affect the vehicle’s safety and road handling characteristics. Caring for your tyres Always drive with consideration for the condition of the tyres and frequently inspect t ...
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Tyres 99 WARNING ALWAYS use the same make and type of radial-ply tyres front and rear. DO NOT use cross-ply tyres, or interchange tyres from front to rear. • If the wheel is marked ’TUBED’ an inner tube MUST be fitted, even with a tubeless tyre. • If the wheel is marked ’TUBELESS’, an inner tube must NOT be fitted. NOTE: Tyre sizes and ...
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Washer jets & wiper blades 100 WASHER JETS To adjust a washer jet, insert a needle into the jet orifice (see inset) and lever gently to position the jet. WIPER BLADE REPLACEMENT To renew a windscreen or rear screen wiper blade, lift the wiper arm away from the windscreen, press the retaining clip (arrowed in illustration), push the blade away f ...
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Battery 101 The battery is located underneath the left-hand front seat. Pull up the front of the seat base to release it from its retaining clips and pull it forward. Release the buckle on the front of the battery compartment and slide off the lid. When refitting the seat base, insert the rear of the base first and then push down firmly to re-engag ...
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Battery 102 BATTERY MAINTENANCE Td5 models The battery is designed to be maintenance free, so topping-up is not possible. On the top of the battery there is a battery condition indicator (arrowed in illustration). Examine the indicator periodically to check the battery’s condition. When the indicator shows: • GREEN - the battery is in a good st ...
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Battery 103 Battery removal and replacement Your vehicle may be fitted with a battery backed-up sounder, which operates as an anti-theft siren if the main battery is disconnected. If it is necessary to remove the main vehicle battery, it is ESSENTIAL to adopt the following procedure before disconnecting the terminals in order to prevent the siren f ...
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Battery 104 WARNING To avoid damaging the vehicle’s electrical system, ensure correct polarity when refitting the battery. ONLY fit a replacement battery of the same type and specification as the original. Other batteries may vary in size and have different terminal positions, capable of creating a potential fire hazard if the terminals or leads ...
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Wheel changing 105 IMPORTANT INFORMATION Before jacking the vehicle always observe the following precautions! • Park your vehicle away from the thoroughfare, and make your passengers wait in a safe area AWAY from the vehicle. • Switch on the hazard warning lights to alert other road users. • ALWAYS engage the differential lock before jacking ...
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Wheel changing 106 Removing the spare wheel 1. Remove the nuts securing the wheel cover (if fitted) using the wheel brace supplied in the tool kit. 2. Remove the nuts securing the spare wheel to the carrier and lift off the wheel. WARNING DO NOT use the spare wheel securing nuts in place of the road wheel nuts and vice versa. The wheels are extreme ...
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Wheel changing 107 VEHICLE JACKING One of two types of jack will have been supplied with your vehicle - either a bottle jack or pillar jack. The operation of each type differs greatly and it is important to read the appropriate operating instructions that follow. The bottle jack (if fitted) is stowed in a compartment under the left-hand front seat ...
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Wheel changing 108 Positioning the bottle jack Always position the jack from the front or rear of the vehicle directly in line with the jacking points. WARNING NEVER use the jack from the side of the vehicle. Always use the complete, two piece, jack lever throughout to minimise any accidental contact with a hot exhaust system. ONLY jack the vehicle ...
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Wheel changing 109 Operating the pillar jack (if supplied) For any wheel: 1. Remove the rubber plug (1) from the jacking tube corresponding to the wheel to be changed. 2. Insert the jack pillar into the base (2). 3. Fit the handle (3) to the pillar and adjust the height so the jacking peg (4) can be inserted into the jacking tube. NOTE: The jack ha ...
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Wheel changing 110 Changing a wheel Before raising the vehicle, ensure that all the precautions listed at the beginning of this section have been observed. Also, ensure that the wheel chock is correctly positioned, as described previously. In some markets, vehicles fitted with alloy wheels have one locking wheel nut fitted to each wheel. Refer to ? ...
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Wheel changing 111 LOCKING WHEEL NUTS In some markets, vehicles fitted with alloy wheels are equipped with a locking wheel nut on each wheel. The locking wheel nut covers are visually very similar to standard wheel nuts but can be identified by a concave indent on the surface. The locking wheel nut and cover can only be removed using the special to ...
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Wading plugs 112 WADING PLUGS WARNING For safety, DO NOT work underneath the vehicle unless it is safely parked with the wheels chocked, or is supported by heavy duty stands. NOTE: On some models, to access the wading plugs, it will be necessary to remove the front and rear engine undertray access panels - see ’Engine undertray’, in the ’Work ...
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Fuses 113 Fuses are simple circuit breakers which protect electrical equipment by preventing the electrical circuits from being overloaded. Always remove the starter key and switch off the affected circuit before removing a fuse. Press the fuse extractor (located on the inside of the main fuse box cover) onto the head of the fuse and pull to remove ...
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Fuses 114 MAIN FUSE BOX Fuse No. Value (amps) Electrical circuit 1 20 Air conditioning 2 30 Air conditioning 3 5 Battery, diagnostics 4 10 Heated rear window, reverse and headlights, instruments, fuel feed 5 10 Brake lights, reverse lights 6 10 Immobilisation, engine feed 7 10 Anti-lock brakes 8 10 Hazards, wash/wipe - rear 9 15 Wash/wipe - front 1 ...
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Fuses 115 Fuse Value Electrical circuit No. (amps) 1 20 ABS, engine 2 30 Trailer, interior light, accessory socket 3 30 Heated rear screen, horn 4 20 Fuel pump 5 30 Main relay, inertia switch 6 15 Alarm system 7 20 Hazards, interior light, radio cassette SECONDARY FUSE BOX The secondary fuse box is located under the right hand front seat (see ’Ba ...
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Bulb replacement 116 REPLACEMENT BULBS Watts Headlights 60/55 (Halogen H4) ........................................................... Front side lights 5 ................................................... Side repeater lights 5 .............................................. Stop lights 21 .......................................................... ...
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Bulb replacement 117 HEADLIGHT UNIT Light unit removal To replace the headlight bulb, remove the light unit as follows: • Remove the screws (1) retaining the side and direction indicator lights (2), release them forward and disconnect the plugs. • Remove the screws (3) and withdraw the plastic finisher. • Remove the headlight retaining screw ...
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Bulb replacement 118 Headlight bulb Disconnect the multi-plug (5) and remove the rubber cover. Unhook the spring clip and withdraw the bulb. Replace the bulb (the larger of the three tabs uppermost) and secure the spring clip. Replace the rubber cover, pressing the centre firmly to seal around the electrical contacts of the bulb, then refit the mul ...
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Bulb replacement 119 Side, tail, stop and direction indicator bulbs Remove the retaining screws and withdraw the unit. Twist the lens anti-clockwise to release the bulb unit. Push and twist the bulb to remove. Side repeater light Push the lens firmly towards the front of the vehicle, lift the rear edge and withdraw the light unit from the wing. Twi ...
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Bulb replacement 120 Number plate lights Remove the securing screw, remove the cover and pull out bulb. Reverse and rear fog guard lights Remove the retaining screws and withdraw the lens, then push and twist to release the bulb. High mounted stop light Remove the screws from the cover, withdraw the cover and twist to remove the bulb holder. Push a ...
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Cleaning & vehicle care 121 WASHING YOUR VEHICLE Wash your vehicle frequently using a clean, grit free sponge and generous quantities of cold or lukewarm water containing a car shampoo. Rinse and dry off with a chamois leather. • Do not use hot water! • Do not use detergent soap products or washing-up liquid! During winter months when salt ...
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Cleaning & vehicle care 122 LOOKING AFTER THE INTERIOR WARNING DO NOT use water to clean the dashboard, damage to the fuses and switches could occur. Instead, clean sparingly with a damp cloth and approved upholstery cleaner. • Clean plastic-faced or cloth covered surfaces with diluted upholstery cleaner. • Steering wheel and trim features ...
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123 SECTION 5 Workshop maintenance Section Contents Page Workshop maintenance 125 ........................... Engine undertray 129 ..................................... Engine oil renewal 132 .................................... Engine oil filter renewal 133 ............................ Fuel filter renewal 134 .................................... F ...
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Workshop maintenance 125 WORKSHOP MAINTENANCE This section covers workshop maintenance for the V8 and Tdi engines only. Maintenance of Td5 and 4-cylinder petrol models should be referred to a qualified dealer. It is recommended that the maintenance procedures covered in this section of the handbook, should only be carried out by qualified personnel ...
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Workshop maintenance 126 Emission control Your vehicle is fitted with various items of emission control equipment, designed to meet specific territorial requirements. You should be aware that unauthorised replacement, modification or tampering with this equipment by an owner or motor vehicle repairer, may be unlawful and subject to legal penalties. ...
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Workshop maintenance 127 SAFETY IN THE GARAGE Whenever you carry out maintenance on your vehicle, the following safety precautions should be observed at all times. • ALWAYS keep hands, tools and items of clothing clear of all drive belts and pulleys whilst they are in operation. • DO NOT touch exhaust or cooling system components until they are ...
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Workshop maintenance 128 Poisonous liquids Most liquids and lubricants used in motor vehicles are poisonous and should not be consumed or brought into contact with open wounds. These include; battery acid, anti-freeze, brake, clutch and power steering fluid, as well as petrol, diesel, engine oil and windscreen washer additives. For your own safety, ...
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Workshop maintenance 129 ENGINE UNDERTRAY Undertray removal Front section: The front undertray (1) can be removed to gain access to the engine oil filter. • Raise the vehicle on a ramp and position a suitable support under the chassis front crossmember. • Lower the ramp slightly to improve clearance between the axle and the undertray. • Remov ...
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Workshop maintenance 130 Undertray removal Rear section: The rear undertray (1) can be removed to enable access to the gearbox drain and filler level plugs. • Raise the vehicle on a ramp. • Remove the two bolts (2) securing the rear and front undertray together. • Remove the two bolts (3) securing the rear undertray to the chassis crossmember ...
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Workshop maintenance 131 UNDERTRAY ACCESS PANELS Front: The front access panel can be removed in order to fit the engine timing cover wading plug. • Remove the five bolts securing the front access panel to the undertray and withdraw the panel. • When refitting the access panel, tighten the bolts to a torque rating of 14 Nm (10 lbf/ft). Rear: Th ...
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Workshop maintenance 132 ENGINE OIL RENEWAL (all engines) NOTE: For engine oil check & top-up see ’Owner maintenance’. WARNING DO NOT attempt to drain the engine sump if the engine has been running for some time, the engine oil will be hot and may cause severe scalding. V8 engine Tdi engine NOTE: On some models, to access the engine oil dra ...
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Workshop maintenance 133 V8 engines Tdi engines NOTE: On some models, to remove the oil filter, it may be necessary to remove the front engine undertray - see ’Engine undertray’, earlier in this section. ENGINE OIL FILTER RENEWAL To prevent any possibility of air locks in the oil pump, it is recommended that filter renewal is carried out AFTER ...
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Workshop maintenance 134 FUEL FILTER RENEWAL Petrol engines Before carrying out any work on the fuel system, it is essential that you have read and understood the precautions listed at the beginning of the section (see ’Fuel system safety’). The fuel filter is located next to the fuel pump on the right hand side of the chassis (when viewed from ...
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Workshop maintenance 135 Tdi engine • Turn the starter switch to position ’0’ and disconnect the battery negative lead. • Clean the area around the filter head (1) and place a container under the filter. • Using a strap wrench, unscrew the filter (2) and catch the fuel released in the container. • Wet the seal of the new filter (3) with ...
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Workshop maintenance 136 FUEL SEDIMENTER CLEANING (Tdi engines) NOTE: The fuel sedimenter should be drained before removal; this process is covered in ’Owner maintenance’. The fuel sedimenter is mounted on the chassis rear side member, near the rear wheel. • Turn the starter switch to position ’0’ and disconnect the battery negative lead. ...
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Workshop maintenance 137 AIR CLEANER ELEMENT RENEWAL V8 engine Engine performance will be seriously affected if the air cleaner element becomes choked with dust and other airborne particles. • Unscrew the two retaining nuts (1). • Disconnect the air cleaner hose (2). • Remove the engine breather hose (3). • Withdraw the air cleaner canniste ...
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Workshop maintenance 138 Tdi engine Engine performance will be seriously affected if the air cleaner element becomes choked with dust and other airborne particles. • Release the two retaining clips (1). • Raise the air cleaner slightly from its cradle to improve access to the element. • Unscrew the wing nut (2) and remove the end cover. • U ...
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Workshop maintenance 139 Air cleaner dump valve check - all engines The dump valve (8) is situated on the underside of the element housing. • Squeeze open the dump valve (as illustration) and check that the interior is clean. Renew the valve if perished. ...
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Workshop maintenance 140 SPARK PLUG CHECK/RENEWAL (petrol engines) V8 engine • Remove the HT leads from the spark plugs. • Remove the plugs using a spark plug socket and ratchet. • If they are in poor condition, replace with new plugs of the correct specification (see ’General data’). • Set the spark plug gaps to the correct setting (se ...
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Workshop maintenance 141 DISTRIBUTOR V8 engines WARNING ALWAYS disconnect the battery negative lead before carrying out any maintenance on the ignition and electrical systems. The internal operating parts of the distributor are protected by a plastic insulating cover (1) and are pre-set during manufacture - they do not require maintenance. WARNING ...
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Workshop maintenance 142 DRIVE BELTS Driving belt tension All pulleys and belts should be examined regularly for any damage, deterioration or fouling (grit, mud, oil etc). Replace or clean where necessary. After every off-road session, the drive belts should be inspected for cuts and possible damage caused by stones. If a belt has jumped, repositio ...
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Workshop maintenance 143 ALTERNATOR DRIVE BELT V8 engine (without air-conditioning) Check the belt deflection with thumb pressure, mid-way between the alternator and crankshaft pulleys. Movement should be approximately 12 mm (0.5 in). If adjustment is necessary; • Turn the starter switch to position ’0’ and disconnect the battery negative lea ...
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Workshop maintenance 144 WARNING DO NOT use a lever to move the alternator. ONLY apply hand pressure to the alternator body when adjusting drive belt tension. • Tighten the adjustment link clamp and pivot bolts (2). • Tighten the alternator pivot bolts (3). • Connect the battery, run the engine for five minutes at a fast idle and then switch ...
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Workshop maintenance 145 POWER STEERING PUMP DRIVE BELT V8 engine (without air-conditioning) Check belt deflection with thumb pressure mid-way between the crankshaft and steering pump pulley. Movement should be between 4 and 6 mm (0.16 and 0.25 in). If adjustment is necessary; • Turn the starter switch to position ’0’ and disconnect the batte ...
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Workshop maintenance 146 POWER STEERING PUMP DRIVE BELT V8 engine (with air-conditioning) Check the belt deflection with thumb pressure, mid-way between the crankshaft and steering pump pulleys. Movement should be between 4 and 6 mm (0.16 and 0.25 in). If adjustment is necessary; • Turn the starter switch to position ’0’ and disconnect the ba ...
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Workshop maintenance 147 AIR CONDITIONING COMPRESSOR DRIVE BELT Tdi engine Correct belt tension an only be achieved using a suitably calibrated torque meter. • Slacken the 3 bolts (1) securing the tensioner. • Apply a clockwise torque of 35 Nm to the square drive (2) of the tensioner and tighten the bolts to 25 Nm. ...
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Workshop maintenance 148 AIR CONDITIONING COMPRESSOR DRIVE BELT V8 engine Check the belt deflection with thumb pressure, mid-way between the compressor and fan/water pump pulley. Movement should be approximately 4 mm to 6 mm (0.16 to 0.25 in). If adjustment is necessary; • Turn the starter switch to position ’0’ and disconnect the battery neg ...
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Workshop maintenance 149 FAN BELT V8 engine (with air conditioning) On vehicles fitted with air conditioning, a tensioner pulley is fitted. Check the belt deflection with thumb pressure, mid-way between the fan and crankshaft pulleys, on the side opposite the tensioner pulley. Movement should be approximately 4 mm to 6 mm (0.16 to 0.25 in). If adju ...
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Workshop maintenance 150 MAIN GEARBOX OIL RENEWAL WARNING For safety, DO NOT work underneath the vehicle unless it is safely parked with the wheels chocked, or is supported by heavy duty stands. Extreme care should be taken when draining gearbox oil, it may be hot and cause severe scalding. Ensure the vehicle is parked on firm, level ground and cho ...
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Workshop maintenance 151 TRANSFER GEARBOX OIL RENEWAL WARNING For safety, DO NOT work underneath the vehicle unless it is safely parked with the wheels chocked, or is supported by heavy duty stands. Extreme care should be taken when draining gearbox oil, it may be hot and cause severe scalding. Ensure the vehicle is parked on firm, level ground and ...
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Workshop maintenance 152 FRONT/REAR AXLE OIL RENEWAL WARNING For safety, DO NOT work underneath the vehicle unless it is safely parked with the wheels chocked, or is supported by heavy duty stands. Extreme care should be taken when draining axle oil, it may be hot and cause severe scalding. NOTE: A front axle is illustrated, but the procedure is th ...
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Workshop maintenance 153 BRAKE PAD, DISC AND CALIPER CHECK If the vehicle is being operated in arduous conditions, especially when deep mud and/or wading situations are regularly encountered, the condition of the brake pads, discs and calipers should be checked at least weekly, if not even more frequently. Hydraulic disc brakes are fitted to the fr ...
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Workshop maintenance 154 HANDBRAKE CHECK/ADJUSTMENT WARNING For safety, DO NOT work underneath the vehicle unless it is safely parked with the wheels chocked, or is supported by heavy duty stands. Ensure the vehicle is parked on firm, level ground and chock the wheels. If the parking brake movement is excessive, adjust as follows: • Raise one rea ...
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155 SECTION 6 General data Section Contents Page Lubricants & fluids 157 .................................. Capacities 159 ................................................ Engine data 160 .............................................. Steering 161 ................................................... Electrical system 161 ........................ ...
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General data 157 LUBRICANTS AND FLUIDS Recommendations for all climates and conditions. COMPONENTS AMBIENT TEMPERATURE ° C Specification SAE -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50 Petrol engine sump Oils must meet 5W/30 RES.22.OL.G4 or 5W/40, 5W/50 ACEA A2:96 10W/30 or API service levels SG or SH 10W/40, 10W/50 10W/60 Td5 diesel engine sump 5W/30 5W/40, 5W/ ...
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General data 158 Lubrication nipples (hubs, ball joints, prop. shafts, etc.) NLGI-2 Multipurpose Lithium based grease Battery terminals Petroleum jelly. DO NOT use silicone grease Brake and clutch reservoirs Universal brake fluids or any brake fluid having a minimum boiling point of 260 ° C (500 ° F) and complying with FMVSS 116 DOT4 Windscreen w ...
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General data 159 CAPACITIES The following capacities are approximate and provided as a guide only. All oil levels must be set using the dipstick or level plugs as applicable. Fuel tank - usable capacity Diesel - 110 & 130 models 75 litre (16.50 gall) ................................................... Diesel - 90 models 60 litre (13.20 gall) .. ...
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General data 160 Engine - Td5 Bore 84,45 mm (3.325 in) ....................................................................... Stroke 88,95 mm (3.502 in) .................................................................... Number of cylinders 5 .............................................. Cylinder capacity 2498 cc ................................ ...
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General data 161 STEERING (lock to lock) Manual 4.3 turns ................................................................... Power assisted 3.38 turns ...................................................... Camber angle Zero ........................................................ Castor angle 3 ° .................................................. ...
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General data 162 DIMENSIONS 90 models Overall length: - Soft top & Pick-up 3722 mm (146.5 in) ............................................... - Hard top & Station wagon 3883 mm (152.9 in) ................................... Overall width 1790 mm (70.5 in) .......................................................... Overall height: - Soft top ...
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General data 163 OFF-ROAD PERFORMANCE 90 models Max. gradient (EEC kerb weight) 45 ° ............................ Approach angle: - Soft top & Pick-up (EEC kerb weight) 48 ° ................. - Hard top & Station wagon (EEC kerb weight) 51.5 ° ...... Departure angle - Soft top & Pick-up (EEC kerb weight) 49 ° ................. - Har ...
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General data 164 TOWING WEIGHTS On-road Off-road - Unbraked trailers 750 kg (1653 lb) ............................................ 500 kg (1102 lb) - Trailers with overrun brakes 3500 kg (7716 lb) .......................... 1000 kg (2204 lb) - 4 wheel trailers with coupled brakes* 3500 kg (7716 lb) ............ 1000 kg (2204 lb) Nose weight 150 kg ...
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General data 165 EEC KERB WEIGHT 90 models Standard High load Soft-top/Pick-up: - Td5 1770 kg (3402 lb) ................................................................ 1993 kg (4393 lb) - Tdi 1694 kg (3734 lb) ................................................................. 1698 kg (3743 lb) - V8 petrol 1627 kg (3587 lb) ......................... ...
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General data 166 EEC KERB WEIGHT 110 models Soft top/Pick-up: - Td5 1885 kg - 2080 kg ................................................................ (4155 lb - 4585 lb) - Tdi 1890 kg ......................................................................... (4166 lb) - V8 petrol 1825 kg ............................................................. ...
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General data 167 FUEL CONSUMPTION The fuel consumption figures shown below have been calculated using a standard testing procedure (the new EC test procedure from Directive 93/116/EC), and produced in accordance with The Passenger Car Fuel Consumption (Amendment) Order 1996. Under normal use, a car’s actual fuel consumption figures may differ fro ...
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General data 168 TYRE SIZE AND PRESSURES 90 models: Front Rear Normal - all load conditions 205 R16 radial 1,9 bar ................................................ 2,4 bar & 265/75 R16 radial (multi-terrain) 28 lbf/in 2 35 lbf/in 2 2,0 kgf/cm 2 2,5 kgf/cm 2 750 R16 radial 1,9 bar ................................................ 2,75 bar 28 lbf/ ...
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169 SECTION 7 Parts & accessories Section Contents Page Parts & accessories 171 ................................. Electrical equipment 171 ................................ After sales service 172 .................................... Travelling abroad 172 ..................................... ...
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Parts & accessories 171 PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Your vehicle has been designed, manufactured and proven to cope with the most rigorous driving conditions. As such, fitting parts and accessories that have been developed and tested to the same stringent standards is essential to guarantee the continued reliability, safety and performance of the veh ...
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Parts & accessories 172 After sales service The After Sales Parts service is of paramount importance, both in the UK and across the world. In the UK there are over 100 authorised Land Rover dealers, all computer linked for rapid ordering of parts and accessories. In addition, with franchised representation in over 100 countries worldwide, Land ...
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173 This section of the handbook is devoted to your vehicle’s superb off-road driving capabilities. Before venturing off-road however, it is absolutely essential that inexperienced drivers become fully familiar with the vehicle’s controls, in particular the transfer gearbox, and also study the off-road driving techniques described on the follow ...
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Off-road driving 175 WARNING Off-road driving can be hazardous! • DO NOT take unnecessary risks. • Be prepared for emergencies at all times. • Familiarise yourself with the recommended driving techniques in order to minimise risks to yourself, your vehicle AND your passengers. • Always use a seat belt for personal protection in all off-road ...
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Off-road driving 176 Transfer gears High range gears should be used whenever possible - only change to low range when ground conditions become very difficult. The DIFF LOCK should be engaged whenever there is a risk of losing wheel grip, and disengaged as soon as firm, level, non-slippery ground is reached. Braking As far as possible, vehicle speed ...
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Off-road driving 177 Ground clearance Don’t forget to allow for ground clearance beneath the chassis, axles, and under the front and rear bumpers. Note that the axle differentials are situated BELOW the chassis and are positioned slightly to the RIGHT of the centre of the vehicle. Note also that there are other parts of the vehicle which may come ...
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Off-road driving 178 IMPORTANT INFORMATION After driving off-road Before rejoining the public highway, or driving at speeds above 40 km/h (25 mph), consideration should be given to the following: • Wheels and tyres must be cleaned of mud and inspected for damage - ensure there are no lumps or bulges in the tyres or exposure of the ply or cord str ...
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Off-road driving 179 DRIVING ON SOFT SURFACES & DRY SAND The ideal technique for driving on soft ground and dry sand, requires the vehicle to be kept moving at all times - soft ground and sand causes excessive drag on the wheels, resulting in a rapid loss of motion once driving momentum is lost. For this reason, gear changing should be avoided. ...
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Off-road driving 180 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES (ice, snow, mud, wet grass) • With the DIFF LOCK engaged, select the highest gear possible. • Drive away using the MINIMUM possible throttle opening. • Drive slowly at all times, keeping braking to a minimum and avoiding violent movements of the steering wheel. • Disengage the DIFF LOCK as s ...
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Off-road driving 181 CLIMBING STEEP SLOPES Engage the DIFF LOCK and ALWAYS follow the fall line of the slope - travelling diagonally could encourage the vehicle to slide broadside down the slope. Steep climbs will usually require the LOW gear range. If the surface is loose or slippery, use sufficient speed in the highest practical gear to take adva ...
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Off-road driving 182 DESCENDING STEEP SLOPES A. Stop the vehicle at least a vehicle length before the slope and engage first gear LOW range with the differential locked. B. Unless it is necessary to stop the vehicle in order to negotiate obstructions, DO NOT touch the brake or clutch pedals during the descent - the engine will limit the speed, keep ...
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Off-road driving 183 TRAVERSING A SLOPE Before crossing a slope, ALWAYS observe the following precautions: • Check that the ground is firm and not slippery. • Check that the wheels on the downhill side of the vehicle are not likely to drop into any depressions in the ground and that the ’uphill’ wheels will not run over rocks, tree roots, o ...
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Off-road driving 184 WADING WARNING The maximum advisable wading depth is 0,5 metre (20 in.). Severe electrical damage may occur if the vehicle remains stationary for any length of time when the water level is above the door sills. If the water is likely to exceed 0,5 metre (20 in.) while the vehicle is moving, the following precautions MUST be obs ...
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Index 185 A ABS 66 ........................................................... Access code 16 .............................................. Accessories 171 ............................................. After sales service 172 .................................... Air cleaner element renewal 137 ..................... Air conditioning 42 ............ ...
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Index 186 F Fan control 40 ................................................ Fluid specifications 157 .................................. Fog lights 36 ................................................... Fuel 55 ............................................................ Fuel consumption 167 .................................... Fuel economy 53 ..... ...
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Index 187 R Radiator blind 55 ............................................ Rear fog guard lights 36 ................................. Rear seats 22 .................................................. Rear window heater 36 ................................... Rear window wash/wipe 35 ............................ Replacement bulbs 161 ................. ...
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