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MAINTENANCE
CHECK/TOP UP COOLING SYSTEM
1.To prevent corrosion of aluminium alloy engine
parts it is imperative that cooling system is filled
with a solution of water and phosphate free
anti-freeze, winter or summer. Never fill or top up
with plain water.
WARNING: Do not remove filler cap when
engine is hot because cooling system is
pressurised and personal scalding could
result.
2.When removing filler cap, turn cap slowly
anti-clockwise, pause and allow all pressure to
escape.
3.Continue to turn until cap is removed.
4.When engine is cold expansion tank coolant
should be level with top of indicator post, visible
inside tank through filler hole.
5.If necessary, top up cooling system with
premixed coolant. Use soft water whenever
possible, if local water supply is hard, rainwater
should be used.
6.When replacing filler cap it is important that it is
tightened down fully. Failure to tighten filler cap
properly may result in water loss, with possible
damage to engine
The cooling system should be drained and flushed at
2 year intervals or at onset of second winter. Refer to
Coolant Requirements.
See COOLING SYSTEM,
Adjustment, Coolant RequirementsCHECK/ TOP UP POWER STEERING FLUID
RESERVOIR
1.Remove fluid reservoir cap. Check that fluid is
up to high mark on dipstick.
CHECK/ TOP UP CLUTCH AND BRAKE FLUID
RESERVOIRS
CAUTION: Brake fluid can damage
paintwork. If spillage occurs, wash
affected area IMMEDIATELY with a large
quantity of water.
CHECK/TOP UP WASHER RESERVOIR
Top up washer reservoir to within 25 mm of filler neck.
Use a screen washer solvent/anti-freeze solution to
assist removing mud, flies and road film and protect
against freezing.
LUBRICATE ACCELERATOR AND CRUISE
CONTROL LINKAGES
CHECK/ADJUST IGNITION TIMING - V8i
CATALYST
Check ignition timing.See ENGINE TUNING
DATA, Information, Engine 3.9 V8i
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RENEW TRANSFER GEARBOX OIL
1.Site vehicle on lift or level ground.
2.Disconnect battery negative lead.
3.Clean immediate area around filler/level and
drain plugs.
WARNING: When draining gearbox care
should be taken to ensure that oil is not
hot as personal scalding could result.
4.Place a container under gearbox to drain oil into.
5.Remove filler/level plug to vent gearbox and
assist draining.
6.Remove drain plug and allow oil to drain.
7.Thoroughly clean drain plug threads prior to
applying fresh 'Hylomar' sealant. Fit plug
Tighten to
30 Nm.
8.Fill gearbox with correct quantity and grade of oil
until oil seeps from filler level hole. Wipe away
any surplus oil.
9.Thoroughly clean filler/level plug threads prior to
applying fresh 'Hylomar' sealant. Fit plug
Tighten to
30 Nm.
10.Reconnect battery negative lead.
CHECK/TOP UP TRANSFER GEARBOX OIL
1.Site vehicle on lift or level ground.
2.Disconnect battery negative lead.
3.Clean immediate area around filler/level plug.
4.Remove plug and fill gearbox with recommended
grade of oil, until oil starts to seep from filler/level
hole.
5.Clean any previously applied sealant from
filler/level plug.
6.Apply Hylomar sealant to threads of plug and
refit plug. Tighten to
30 Nm.
7.Wipe away any surplus oil.
8.Reconnect battery negative lead.
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CHECK/TIGHTEN FRONT AND REAR AXLE
SUSPENSION LINK FIXINGS, CHECK CONDITION
OF MOUNTING RUBBERS
DRAIN FUEL SEDIMENTER - Tdi
Fuel sedimenter
The sedimenter is attached to left-hand side of
chassis frame near fuel tank. It increases the working
life of the fuel filter by removing larger droplets of
water and larger particles of foreign matter from fuel.
Drain off water
1.Loosen drain plug, allow water to run out.
Tighten plug immediately pure diesel fuel starts
to flow.
RENEW FUEL FILTER
WARNING: Ensure that fuel handling
precautions given in Section 01 -
Introduction regarding fuel handling are
strictly adhered to when carrying out following
instructions.
See INTRODUCTION, Information,
Fuel Handling Precautions
WARNING: The spilling of fuel is
unavoidable during this operation. Ensure
that all necessary precautions are taken to
prevent fire and explosion.
1.Depressurise fuel system.
See FUEL SYSTEM,
Repair, Depressurising Fuel System
2.The fuel line filter is located on right hand
chassis side member forward of fuel tank filler
neck. Access to filter is gained through right
hand rear wheel arch.
3.Thoroughly clean area around hose connections
to prevent ingress of foreign matter into fuel
system.
4.Loosen two fuel unions and remove hoses from
filter canister.
5.Release securing bolt and bracket, remove filter
from chassis side member.
6.Fit a new filter observing direction of flow arrow
on canister.
7.Fit inlet and outlet hoses. Tighten to
30 Nm.
8.Refit fuel pump relay.
9.Reconnect battery negative lead.
10.Recode radio.
11.Start engine and inspect hose connections for
fuel leaks.
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ABS VEHICLES - CHECK ROAD WHEEL SPEED
SENSOR ELECTRICAL HARNESS FOR DAMAGE
RENEW OXYGEN SENSORS
See EMISSION CONTROL, Repair, Heated
Oxygen Sensor (HO2S)
RENEW CATALYTIC CONVERTERS
See MANIFOLD AND EXHAUST SYSTEM, Repair,
Exhaust System Complete
REPORT ANY UNUSUAL FEATURES OF VEHICLE
CONDITION AND ADDITIONAL WORK REQUIREDCARRY OUT ROAD TEST
For details of dynamometer testing.See
INTRODUCTION, Information, Dynamometer
Testing - Non Anti-lock brake vehicles See
INTRODUCTION, Information, Dynamometer
Testing - Vehicles with Anti-lock brakes (ABS)
Check following items:
1.Inhibitor switch only operates in P and N.
2.Engine for excessive noise.
3.Clutch for slip, judder or spin.
4.Automatic gear selection/shift speeds.
5.Gear selection/noise - high/low range.
6.Steering for abnormal noise/effort.
7.Steering for free play.
8.All instruments, gauges and warning indicators.
9.Heater and air conditioning systems.
10.Heated rear screen.
11.Shock absorbers - ride irregularities.
12.Foot brake, on emergency stop, pulling to one
side, binding, pedal effort.
13.Parkbrake efficiency.
14.Seat reclining and latching.
15.Fully extend seat belt, check operation of
retraction and latching. Inertia belts lock when
snatched or vehicle on slope.
16.Road wheel balance.
17.Transmission for vibrations.
18.Body noises, squeaks and rattles.
19.Excessive exhaust smoke.
20.Engine idle speed.
21.Endorse service record.
22.Report any unusual features of vehicle condition
and additional work required.
ENDORSE SERVICE RECORD
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RESET EMISSION MAINTENANCE REMINDER -
USA
The emission maintenance reminder is designed to
activate at 52,500 and 105,000 miles respectively and
will illuminate a 'Service Engine' red warning light in
instrument binnacle.
The emission maintenance reminder must be reset
after required maintenance has been carried out and
a new tamperproof label fitted by a Land Rover of
North America dealer. This emission maintenance
reminder is part of the Emission Control System
Reset
1.The control unit is located in the passenger
footwell.
2.Identify control unit and remove from plug.
3.Remove tamperproof label to reveal access hole
for resetting.
4.Place a thin metallic probe into access hole and
momentarily electrically short between reset pins
inside unit.RECOMMENDED SERVICE ITEMS
Refer Service Schedule sheets for intervals.
Clean sunroof drain tubes, clean and lubricate guide
rails and slides.
Renew the hydraulic brake fluid.
See BRAKES,
Repair, Brake System Bleed
Renew all hydraulic brake fluid, seals, brake servo
filter and flexible hoses.
All working surfaces of the master cylinder and caliper
cylinders should be examined and renewed where
necessary.
ABS vehicles only - renew hydraulic brake fluid and
flexible hoses examine the working surfaces of the
caliper cylinders and renew the seals or cylinders
where necessary.
Air cleaner - When the vehicle is used in dusty or field
conditions or deep wading, frequent attention to the
air cleaner may be required.
ABS vehicles used extensively in arduous off-road
conditions - check the rear wheel road speed sensor
for abrasive wear.
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION Lubrication system
The V8i full flow lubrication system uses a gear type oil pump which is driven from the front of the crankshaft. The
oil pump gears are housed in the front cover and the pressure relief valve, warning light switch and filter are also
fitted to the front cover.
Oil drawn through the centrally located steel gauze strainer in the sump, is pumped under pressure through oil
cooler located in the lower half of the main coolant radiator. The cooled oil then passes through the filter, before
being distributed from the main gallery via drillings, to the various components in the engine.
Lubrication to the thrust side of the cylinders is by oil grooves machined in each connecting rod big end joint face,
which are timed to align with holes in the big end journals on the power and exhaust strokes.
Lubrication system
1. Oil to cooler
2. Oil from cooler
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FAULT DIAGNOSIS ENGINE OIL PRESSURE TEST
Service tools:
LRT-12-052: Pressure test equipment
WARNING: Use suitable exhaust
extraction equipment, if test is being
carried out in workshop.
WARNING: If vehicle has been running,
engine oil will be hot, care must be taken
when fitting equipment to prevent
personal injury due to scalding.
Test
1.Check lubricant is to correct level.
2.Place vehicle on a ramp [hoist].
3.Disconnect battery negative lead. Remove oil
pressure switch.
4.Fit the test gauge.
5.Reconnect battery negative lead.
6.Start and run engine to normal operating
temperature.
7.At a steady engine speed of 2500 rev/min -
engine oil pressure reading should be - 2.75 bar
(40 lbf/in
2).
8.If the pressure is low - Remove and overhaul oil
pump
CYLINDER COMPRESSION - TEST
Equipment:
Compression pressure gauge
Test
1.Start and run engine until normal engine
operating temperature is achieved (thermostat
open).
2.Remove all spark plugs.
3.Disconnect both coil negative (WB) leads
4.Insert compression gauge, crank engine until
reading stabilises.
5.Expected readings, throttle fully open, battery
fully charged:
8.31:1 = 10.2-10.9 bar, 150-160lbf/in
2
9.35:1 = 11.5-12.2 bar, 170-180lbf/in2
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REPAIR Refit
1.Clean sump, remove all traces of gasket from
mating faces of sump and cylinder block.
Visually check sump for damage.
2.Apply beads of RTV sealant to front main
bearing cap.
3.Position new gasket to sump, ensuring that
location pips on gasket are located in sump.
Check gasket lays flat on sump flange.
4.Fit sump. Fit bolts, ensuring that longest bolt is
inserted at position 7.
5.Working around the sump in the sequence
illustrated, tighten the bolts to the stage 1 torque
figure. Then, in the same sequence, tighten the
bolts to the stage 2 torque figure.
NOTE: For torque values.See
Specifications, torque, Torque Values
6.Fill engine with oil.CYLINDER HEAD GASKET
Service repair no - 12.29.01
Remove
1.Disconnect battery negative lead.
2.Position absorbent cloth around fuel pipe to fuel
rail union. Unscrew union to relieve pressure.
CAUTION: Plug the connections.
WARNING: Do not carry out the next
instruction until the coolant is cool to
avoid personal injury from scalding.
3.Release clip and disconnect radiator bottom
hose, allowing coolant to drain into a suitable
container.