1995 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY oil

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ADJUSTMENT Evacuation and recharging
1.Add refrigerant oil to compressor if necessary.
2.Renew the receiver/drier.
CAUTION: When a major repair has been
carried out, a leak test should be carried
out using inert gas.
3.Connect a Refrigerant Station to the high and
low pressure servicing connections.
CAUTION: Whenever the refrigerant
system is opened, the receiver/drier must
be renewed immediately before evacuating
and recharging the system.
4.Operate the refrigerant evacuation system
according to the manufacturer's instructions.
NOTE: If the vacuum reading is below
700mmHg after 15 minutes, suspect a leak
in the system. Partially recharge the
system and check for leaks using an electronic
leak tester. Check suction lines first, then run the
compressor for 5 minutes and then check the high
pressure lines.
CAUTION: The system must be evacuated
immediately before recharging
commences. Delay between evacuation
and recharging is not permitted.
5.Operate the refrigerant recharging system
according to the manufacturer's instructions:-
Refrigerant required to charge system:
Without rear air conditioning = 0.90kg (32 fl/oz)
With rear air conditioning = 1.15kg (40 fl/oz)
6.If the full charge has not been accepted by the
system, start the engine and run it at 1500
rev/min for a minimum of 2 minutes.
Switch on the air conditioning system, open the
car windows, set the temperature control to cold
and switch the blower to maximum speed.
7.Consult Refrigerant Station Manual for correct
procedure to complete the charge.
8.Carry out the air conditioning system
performance test.LEAK TEST SYSTEM
The following instructions refer to an electronic type
Refrigerant Leak Detector for use with R134a, which
are the safest and most sensitive.
CAUTION: When a major repair has been
carried out, a leak test should be carried
out using an inert gas (see below).
1.Place the vehicle in a well ventilated area but
free from draughts, as leakage from the system
could be dissipated without detection.
2.Follow the instructions issued by the
manufacturer of the particular leak detector
being used.
3.Commence searching for leaks by passing the
detector probe around all joints and components,
refrigerant gas is heavier than air.
4.Insert the probe into an air outlet of the
evaporator or into the evaporator drain tube.
Switch the air conditioning blower on and off at
intervals of ten seconds. Any leaking refrigerant
will be gathered in by the blower and detected.
5.Insert the probe between the magnetic clutch
and compressor to check the shaft seal for
leaks.
6.Check all service valve connections, valve plate,
head and base plate joints and back seal plate.
7.Check the condenser for leaks at the pipe
unions.
8.If any leaks are found, the system must be
discharged before rectification.
9.Rectify any leaks and recheck for leaks during
evacuation prior to charging.
Leak test using inert gas
Use Nitrogen or Helium gas.
1.Connect gas line to recharging station.
2.Pressurise system to 3 bar.
3.Carry out leak test as above.

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ADJUSTMENT SYSTEM TEST
1.Place the vehicle in a ventilated, shaded area
free from excessive draught, with the doors and
windows open.
2.Check that the surface of the condenser is not
restricted with dirt, leaves, flies, etc. Do not
neglect to check the surface between the
condenser and the radiator. Clean as necessary.
3.Switch on the ignition and the air conditioner air
flow control. Check that the blower is operating
efficiently at low, medium and high speeds.
Switch off the blower and the ignition.
4.Check that the evaporator condensate drain
tubes are open and clear.
5.Check the tension of the compressor driving belt,
and adjust if necessary.
6.Inspect all connections for the presence of
refrigerant oil. If oil is evident, check for leaks,
and repair as necessary.
NOTE: The compressor oil is soluble in
Refrigerant R134a and is deposited when
the refrigerant evaporates from a leak.
7.Start the engine.
8.Set the temperature controls to cold and switch
the air conditioner blower control on and off
several times, checking that the magnetic clutch
on the compressor engages and releases each
time.9.With the temperature control at maximum
cooling and the blower control at high speed,
warm up the engine and fast idle at 1000
rev/min. Check the sight glass for bubbles or
foam. The sight glass should be generally clear
after five minutes running, occasional bubbles
being acceptable. Continuous bubbles may
appear in a serviceable system on a cool day, or
if there is insufficient air flow over the condenser
at a high ambient temperature.
10.Repeat at 1800 rev/min.
11.Gradually increase the engine speed to the high
range, and check the sight glass at intervals.
12.Check for frosting on the service valves.
13.Check the high pressure hoses and connections
by hand for varying temperature. Low
temperature indicates a restriction or blockage at
that point.
14.Switch off the air conditioning blower and stop
the engine.
15.If the air conditioning equipment is still not
satisfactory, carry out a pressure test as
previously described in this section.
COMPRESSOR DRIVE BELT
Service repair no - 82.10.01.
Tdi -
See ENGINE, Repair, Compressor drive belt
V8i and MpiSee ENGINE, Repair, Drive belt

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REPAIR PRECAUTIONS IN HANDLING REFRIGERANT
LINES
WARNING: Wear eye and hand protection
when disconnecting components
containing refrigerant. Plug all exposed
connections immediately.
1.When disconnecting any hose or pipe
connection the system must be discharged of all
pressure. Proceed cautiously, regardless of
gauge readings. Open connections slowly,
keeping hands and face well clear, so that no
injury occurs if there is liquid in the line. If
pressure is noticed, allow it to bleed off slowly.
2.Lines, flexible end connections and components
must be capped immediately they are opened to
prevent the entrance of moisture and dirt.
3.Any dirt or grease on fittings must be wiped off
with a clean alcohol dampened cloth. Do not use
chlorinated solvents such as trichloroethylene. If
dirt, grease or moisture cannot be removed from
inside the hoses, they must be replaced with
new hoses.
4.All replacement components and flexible end
connections must be sealed, and only opened
immediately prior to making the connection.
5.Ensure the components are at room temperature
before uncapping, to prevent condensation of
moisture from the air that enters.
6.Components must not remain uncapped for
longer than fifteen minutes. In the event of delay,
the caps must be fitted.
7.Receiver/driers must never be left uncapped as
they contain Silica Gel crystals which will absorb
moisture from the atmosphere. A receiver/ drier
left uncapped must not be used, fit a new unit.
8.The compressor shaft must not be rotated until
the system is entirely assembled and contains a
charge of refrigerant.
9.A new compressor contains an initial charge of
of refrigerant oil. The compressor also contains a
holding charge of gas when received which
should be retained by leaving the seals in place
until the pipes are re-connected.10.The receiver/drier should be the last component
connected to the system to ensure optimum
dehydration and maximum moisture protection of
the system.
11.All precautions must be taken to prevent
damage to fittings and connections. Slight
damage could cause a leak with the high
pressures used in the system.
12.Always use two wrenches of the correct size,
one on each fitting when releasing and
tightening refrigeration unions.
13.Joints and 'O' rings should be coated with
refrigeration oil to aid correct seating. Fittings
which are not lubricated with refrigerant oil are
almost certain to leak.
14.All lines must be free of kinks. The efficiency of
the system is reduced by a single kink or
restriction.
15.Flexible hoses should not be bent to a radius
less than 90mm.
16.Flexible hoses should not be within 100mm of
the exhaust manifold.
17.Completed assemblies must be checked for
refrigeration lines touching metal panels. Any
direct contact of lines and panels transmits noise
and must be eliminated.

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REPAIR PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Routine servicing, apart from visual checks, is not
necessary. The visual inspections are as follows:
Condenser
With a water hose or air line, clean the fins of the
condenser to remove flies, leaves, etc. Check the pipe
connections for signs of oil leakage.
Compressor
Check pipe connections for signs of oil leakage.
Check flexible hoses for swelling. Examine the
compressor belt for tightness and condition.
Sight glass and Receiver/Drier
Examine the sight glass for bubbles with the system
operating. Check connections for leakage.
Evaporator
Examine the refrigeration connections at the unit. If
the system should develop a fault, or if erratic
operation is noticed,
See Fault diagnosis,
Refrigeration System Faults
RECEIVER DRIER
Service repair no - 82.17.01
Remove
CAUTION: If receiver/drier is to be refitted,
the ports must be blanked off immediately
on disconnection. Exposed life of unit is
only 15 minutes.
1.Disconnect battery negative lead.
2.Recover refrigerant from system.
See
Adjustment, Refrigerant Recovery Recycling
Recharging
WARNING: Wear eye and hand protection
when disconnecting components
containing refrigerant. Plug all exposed
connections immediately.
3.Remove 3 screws from bonnet locking platform
and remove radiator grille.
Automatic gearbox
4.Remove 4 bolts securing transmission oil cooler
to body.

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REPAIR 5.Disconnect 2 pipe unions from oil cooler. Use a
second wrench to support hose adapter.
6.Remove transmission oil cooler. Seal
connections.
All models
7.Remove bolt securing receiver/drier clamp.
WARNING: Wear eye and hand protection
when disconnecting components
containing refrigerant. Plug all exposed
connections immediately.
8.Move receiver/drier just sufficiently to gain
access to pipe flange bolts without distorting the
pipes.
9.Remove bolt securing each pipe flange to
receiver/drier.
10.Disengage pipe flanges and withdraw
receiver/drier from mounting bracket.
11.Remove 'O' ring from each pipe flange.Refit
12.Fit new 'O' ring to each pipe flange, lubricate
with refrigerant oil.
13.Position receiver/drier in mounting bracket with
inlet and outlet connections correctly aligned.
14.Engage pipe flanges, fit bolts in turn and tighten.
15.Fit clamp bolt.
Automatic gearbox
16.Refit transmission oil cooler. Use a second
wrench to support pipe unions.
17.Check gearbox fluid level, top-up if necessary.
All models
18.Evacuate and recharge air conditioning system.
See Adjustment, Refrigerant Recovery
Recycling Recharging
19.Perform a leak test on disturbed joints.
20.Carry out a functional check.

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REPAIR AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH
Service repair no - 82.20.29
Remove
1.Remove fascia centre louvre vent panel.
See
CHASSIS AND BODY, Repair, Dash Panel
Central Louvre Panel
2.Disconnect multiplug from switch
3.From the rear, push switch out of panel.
Refit
4.Reverse removal procedure.DUAL PRESSURE SWITCH
Service repair no - 82.20.20
Remove
1.Disconnect battery negative lead.
2.Recover refrigerant from system.
See
Adjustment, Refrigerant Recovery Recycling
Recharging
3.Disconnect multiplug from switch.
4.Unscrew switch from adapter. Use a second
wrench to support adapter.
WARNING: Wear eye and hand protection
when disconnecting components
containing refrigerant. Plug all exposed
connections immediately.
5.Remove 'O' ring from switch.
Refit
6.Reverse removal procedure. Lubricate new 'O'
ring with refrigerant oil and fit to switch.
7.Screw switch into adapter and tighten to
11 Nm.
8.Evacuate and recharge air conditioning system.
See Adjustment, Refrigerant Recovery
Recycling Recharging

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REPAIR COMPRESSOR
Service repair no - 82.10.20
Remove
1.Disconnect battery negative lead.
2.Recover refrigerant from air conditioning system.
See Adjustment, Refrigerant Recovery
Recycling Recharging
3.Remove screws retaining centre panel to fan
cowl
4.Remove centre panel.
V8i engine illustrated
5.Remove 2 bolts securing hose flanges to
compressor.
WARNING: Wear eye and hand protection
when disconnecting components
containing refrigerant. Plug all exposed
connections immediately.6.Disconnect high pressure hose from
compressor.
7.Disconnect low pressure hose from compressor.
8.Remove 'O' ring from each flange.
9.Disconnect electrical lead from compressor
clutch.
10.Release drive belt from compressor pulley.
See
ENGINE, Repair, Drive Belt
11.Remove 4 bolts securing compressor to
mounting bracket.
12.Remove compressor from mounting bracket.
Refit
13.New compressor to be fitted: Drain oil from new
compressor outlet port. Drain and measure oil
from old compressor. Measure new oil equal to
amount drained from old compressor, add 30 ml
extra to this amount and refill new compressor
through outlet port.
14.Locate compressor in mounting bracket, fit bolts.
Tighten to
25 Nm.
15.Connect electrical lead to compressor clutch.
16.Fit new 'O' rings to high and low pressure hose
flanges, lubricate with refrigerant oil.
17.Engage hose flanges, fit bolts. Tighten to
10
Nm.
18.Fit compressor drive belt.See ENGINE, Repair,
Drive Belt
19.Fit centre panel to fan cowl.
20.Evacuate and recharge air conditioning system.
See Adjustment, Refrigerant Recovery
Recycling Recharging
21.Perform a leak test on disturbed joints.
22.Carry out a functional check.

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REPAIR CONDENSER
Service repair no - 82.15.07
Remove
1.Disconnect battery negative lead.
WARNING: Wear eye and hand protection
when disconnecting components
containing refrigerant. Plug all exposed
connections immediately.
2.Recover refrigerant from system.
See
Adjustment, Refrigerant Recovery Recycling
Recharging
3.Remove front grille panel.
4.Remove battery.
See ELECTRICAL, Repair,
Battery
5.Remove radiator and oil coolers assembly.See
COOLING SYSTEM, Repair, Radiator
6.Disconnect high and low pressure pipes at
condenser unions.
7.Discard 'O' ring seal from each union.
8.Remove 2 bolts securing condenser to body.
9.Pull condenser into radiator area.
10.Disconnect multiplug from each fan lead.
11.Remove condenser assembly.
Do not carry out
further dismantling if component is removed
for access only.
Blank off inlet and outlet ports.