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Workshop manual
DISCOVERY
This manual covers vehicles from
1995 model year
01 INTRODUCTION
04 GENERAL SPECIFICATION DATA
05 ENGINE TUNING DATA
07 GENERAL FITTING REMINDERS
09 LUBRICANTS, FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
10 MAINTENANCE
12 ENGINE Tdi
12 ENGINE 3.9 V8
12 ENGINE 4.0 V8
12 ENGINE Mpi
17 EMISSION CONTROL
19 FUEL SYSTEM Tdi
19 FUEL SYSTEM MFI
19 FUEL SYSTEM SFI
19 FUEL SYSTEM Mpi
19 CRUISE CONTROL
26 COOLING SYSTEM Tdi
26 COOLING SYSTEM V8
26 COOLING SYSTEM Mpi
30 MANIFOLD AND EXHAUST SYSTEM
33 CLUTCH
37 MANUAL GEARBOX
41 TRANSFER GEARBOX
44 AUTOMATIC GEARBOX
47 PROPELLER SHAFTS
51 REAR AXLE AND FINAL DRIVE
54 FRONT AXLE AND FINAL DRIVE
57 STEERING
60 FRONT SUSPENSION
64 REAR SUSPENSION
70 BRAKES
74 WHEELS AND TYRES
75 SUPPLEMENTARY RESTRAINT SYSTEM
76 CHASSIS AND BODY
80 HEATING AND VENTILATION
82 AIR CONDITIONING
84 WIPERS AND WASHERS
86 ELECTRICAL
Published by Rover Technical Communication
Ó1996 Rover Group Limited
Publication Part No. LRL 0079 ENG (2nd Edition)
10MAINTENANCE
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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
17EMISSION CONTROL
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FAULT DIAGNOSISADD: 09/95 DRIVE CYCLE - ADVANCED EVAPS
1.Switch on ignition for 30 seconds.
2.Ensure that coolant temperature is less than 140
°F (30°C).
3.Start engine and allow to idle for 2 minutes.
4.Perform 2 light accelerations (0 to 35 mph with
light pedal pressure).
5.Perform 2 medium accelerations (0 to 45 mph
with moderate pedal pressure).
6.Perform 2 hard accelerations (0 to 55 mph with
heavy pedal pressure).
7.Cruise at 60 mph for 5 minutes.
8.Cruise at 50 mph for 5 minutes.
9.Cruise at 35 mph for 5 minutes.
10.Allow engine to idle for 2 minutes.
11.Connect TestBook and check for fault codes.
MFI
3
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION Tune select resistor -
To suit individual market requirements a tune select
resistor is connected across pins 5 and 27 of the
ECM.
It is located adjacent to the ECM, and strapped to the
MFI cable assembly. The value of the resistor is
dependent on the market application:
Red wire, 180 ohms, Australia, Rest of world.
Green wire, 470 Ohms, UK and Europe - non catalyst.
Yellow wire 910 Ohms, Saudi non catalyst.
White wire, 3K9 Ohms, European catalyst
Condenser fans
It should be noted that under high coolant
temperatures, when the engine is switched off, the
condenser fans will be activated and will run for
approximately ten minutes.Vehicle speed sensor
The vehicle speed sensor is located on the side of the
Transfer box adjacent to the parking brake. The
sensor provides road speed data to the ECM. The
ECM in turn detects vehicle movement from the road
speed input and ensures that idle air control mode is
disengaged. Should the vehicle speed sensor fail in
service the ECM idle air control would become erratic.
The sensor also provides road speed data to the
electric speedometer and cruise control ECU.
Inertia fuel shutoff switch
The inertia fuel shutoff switch is a mechanically
operated switch, located on the bulkhead adjacent to
the washer reservoir under bonnet [hood].
The switch is normally closed and is in line with the
fuel pump. In the event of a sudden impact the switch
opens, and disconnects the electrical feed to the fuel
pump. The switch is reset by pressing down the
button.
WARNING: Check the integrity of the fuel
system before the inertia switch is reset.
Relay modules
The two multiport fuel injection relays are located in
the RH footwell area behind the 'A' post panel. The
main relay module is energized via the ECM when the
ignition is switched on and supplies current to the
multiport fuel injection system. The fuel pump relay
module is energized by the ECM which in turn
operates the fuel pump to pressurize the fuel system.
19FUEL SYSTEM
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FAULT DIAGNOSIS BASE IDLE SPEED SETTING
NOTE: Base idle speed is set at factory. It
should not require further adjustment
unless plenum chamber is changed. The
adjustment screw is sealed with a plug to prevent
unauthorised alteration. Check ignition timing
before attempting following procedure, since this
will affect idle speed.
Equipment required
Two blanking hoses.these are manufactured using
a new air by-pass valve hose - Part No.ETC7874. Cut
two equal pieces 90mm long from hose and seal one
end of each, using 13mm diameter bar. Use a suitable
clamp to ensure an air tight seal.
Checking procedure
1.Drive vehicle at least two miles until engine and
transmission are hot. Switch off engine.
2.Check all electrical loads are OFF, including air
conditioning.
3.Remove air by-pass valve hose.
4.Fit blanking hoses to both plenum chamber and
air by-pass valve. Ensure hoses are securely
fitted to prevent air leaks. Note throttle cable and
cruise control actuator have been omitted from
illustration.5.Start engine and check idle speed is within
limits.
See ENGINE TUNING DATA,
Information, Engine 3.9 v8i
Adjusting base idle speed
6.Drill tamper proof plug and insert a self tapping
screw to enable plug to be extracted.
7.Start engine, adjust idle screw clockwise to
decrease or counter-clockwise to increase idle
speed.
8.Stop engine, remove blanking hoses. Reconnect
hose to plenum.
9.Fit new tamper proof plug.
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REPAIR 10.Remove fuel rail and injectors.
11.Remove injector retaining clips, ease injectors
from rail. Remove and discard 'O' rings from
injectors.
12.Remove fuel pressure regulator if required.
Refit
13.FitNEW'O' rings, to injectors. Lightly coat 'O'
rings with silicon grease 300. Insert injectors into
fuel rail, multi-plug connections facing outwards.
14.Refit retaining clips.
CAUTION: Care must be taken when
refitting the fuel rail and injectors to intake
manifold to prevent damage to 'O' rings.
15.Fit aNEW'O' ring to pressure regulator lightly
coat 'O' ring with silicon grease 300 and secure
regulator to the fuel rail.
16.Fit fuel rail and heater pipe assemblies to intake
manifold. Secure rail and pipes in position with
five bolts.
17.Reverse removal procedure. 2 to 7.
18.Pressurise fuel system and check for fuel leaks
around injectors and pressure regulator.PLENUM CHAMBER
Service repair no - 19.22.46
Includes throttle levers and throttle disc
Remove
1.Disconnect battery negative lead.
2.Disconnect electrical multi-plug from bypass air
valve.
3.Disconnect vacuum hose adjacent to bypass air
valve.
4.Mark an identification line on throttle cable outer
to assist re-assembly.
5.Remove clevis pin from throttle cable.
6.Pry adjustment thumb wheel from throttle
bracket. Lay cable aside.
7.Remove retaining clip and clevis pin from kick
down cable (automatic vehicles).
8.Apply adhesive tape behind rear adjustment nut
on kick down cable to prevent nut moving.
9.Remove front lock nut. Remove cable and lay
aside.
10.Remove cruise control vacuum hose.
11.Remove intake hose from neck of plenum
chamber.
12.Disconnect throttle position sensor multi-plug.
13.Remove PCV breather hose.
14.Disconnect two coolant hoses and plug each
hose to prevent excessive loss of coolant.
Identify each hose for re-assembly.
MFI
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REPAIR
15.Remove distributor vacuum hose.
16.Release two screws and remove throttle position
sensor.
17.Remove six screws securing plenum chamber.
Remove plenum chamber.
18.Remove air idle air control valve hose.Throttle lever assembly - remove
19.If fitted - unclip cruise control actuator link. Hold
throttle fully open, release link from countershaft
assembly. Carefully return lever assembly to
close throttle.
20.Release tension on inboard throttle spring.
21.Bend back lock washer tabs.
22.Hold throttle stop lever in closed position,
release nut from throttle shaft.
23.Release tension on outboard throttle spring.
24.Remove overtravel spring.
MFI
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REPAIR 44.Grease new air seal with Admax L3 or
Energrease LS3. Push seal down shaft, into
counterbore until seal is 6.0 mm (0.236 in) below
face of plenum.
Throttle levers and bracket - assemble
45.Fit stop lever to throttle shaft, a new tab washer
and secure with throttle shaft nut.
46.Holding stop lever on stop, tighten throttle shaft
nut securely, bend over tabs to lock nut in
position.
47.Fit inboard throttle return spring noting that small
hooked end of spring is nearest plenum.
48.Locate hooked end of inboard spring on stop
lever. Wind up straight end one full turn and
locate in appropriate slot.
49.Fit countershaft to interconnecting nut of throttle
valve shaft.
50.Secure throttle bracket assembly to plenum.
Secure with three retaining bolts.
51.Ensure hooked end of outboard spring is
retained by lever, wind spring up one full turn
and locate free end in appropriate slot.
52.Fit overtravel spring.
Lightly grease throttle return and overtravel
springs with Admax L3 or Energrease LS3.
NOTE: If new throttle levers have been
fitted, minimum throttle setting of disc
must be checked to ensure it is 90Ê to
bore.53.Using a depth vernier or depth micrometer,
check dimension from mouth of bore to top and
bottom of valve disc. Dimension must be within
0.5 mm (0.019 in) total indicator reading across
diameter of disc.
54.If dimension is out of limits, adjust small set
screw below stop lever.
Refit
55.Reconnect and adjust cruise control actuator
link.
See Actuator Link Setting
56.Clean joint faces of plenum and ram housing.
Apply 'Hylomar' sealant, refit plenum chamber.
Tighten bolts to
26 Nm.
57.Reverse removal procedure.