1996 LAND ROVER DEFENDER air condition

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REPAIR WINDSCREEN WIPER WHEELBOXES - AIR
CONDITIONED VEHICLES
Service repair no - 84.15.25/20
Remove
1.Disconnect battery.
2.Remove wiper motor and drive rack
See Wiper
motor and drive rack - air conditioned
vehicles.
3.Remove centre and LH fascia top crash rail
support bracket fixings.
4.Remove both demister vents from ducts.
5.Remove RH demister vent hose from duct.
6.Remove RH vent demister vent fixing and pivot
vent and hose aside.
7.Remove demister vent top duct.8.Release steering column upper and lower
support rods.
9.Slacken LH and RH wheelbox nuts and remove
drive tubes from wheelboxes.
10.Remove wiper arm splined adaptor.
11.Remove spacer, where fitted, early vehicles
only.
12.Remove nuts securing left and RH wheel boxes
and withdraw wheelboxes from bulkhead.
NOTE: During assembly all fixings related
to wiper motor and wheelboxes are finger
tightened only until all components are
correctly aligned.

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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
Description
The electrical system is Negative ground, and it is
most important to ensure correct polarity of electrical
connections at all times. Any incorrect connections
made when reconnecting cables may cause
irreparable damage to semi-conductor devices used in
generator and regulator. Incorrect polarity would also
seriously damage any transistorized equipment such
as a radio.
WARNING: During battery removal or
before carrying out any repairs or
maintenance to electrical components
always disconnect battery negative lead first. If
positive lead is disconnected with negative lead in
place, accidental contact of wrench to any
grounded metal part could cause a severe spark,
possibly resulting in personal injury. Upon
installation of battery positive lead should be
connected first.
GENERATOR
The generator is a three phase, field sensed unit. The
rotor and stator windings produce three phase
alternating current, AC, which is rectified to direct
current, DC. The electronic voltage regulator unit
controls generator output voltage by high frequency
switching of the rotor field circuit. Use only correct
replacement drive belt. Occasionally check that
engine and generator pulleys are accurately aligned.
It is essential that good electrical connections are
maintained at all times. Of particular importance are
those in the charging circuit (including those at
battery) which should be occasionally inspected to
see that they are clean and tight. In this way any
significant increase in circuit resistance can be
prevented.Do not disconnect battery cables while engine is
running or damage to semi-conductor devices may
occur. It is also inadvisable to break or make any
connections in the generator charging and control
circuits while engine is running.
The electronic voltage regulator employs micro-circuit
techniques resulting in improved performance under
difficult service conditions. The whole assembly is
encapsulated in silicone rubber and housed in an
aluminium heat sink, ensuring complete protection
against adverse effects of temperature, dust, and
moisture etc.
The regulating voltage is set during manufacture to
give required regulating voltage range of 14.2±0.2
volts, and no adjustment is necessary. The only
maintenance needed is occasional check on terminal
connections and wiping with a clean dry cloth.
The generator system provides for direct connection
of a charge (ignition) indicator warning lamp, and
eliminates the need for a field switching relay or
warning light control unit. In the event of bulb failure,
an 'exciter' voltage is supplied through a resistor,
wired in parallel to the bulbs, ensuring that generator
output is maintained. The lamp should be checked
regularly.
When using rapid charge equipment to re-charge
battery, the battery must be disconnected from the
vehicle.

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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION ALARM SYSTEM FUSES
When the vehicle immobilisation and alarm system is
fitted, three fuses are used to protect the circuit:
·Alarm system 15 amp fuse, main harness, located
behind instrument binnacle.
·Alarm sounder 20 amp fuse No.10, located in main
fuse box.
·Alarm system 5 amp fuse No.20, located in main
fuse box.
The main fuse box is positioned in the centre of the
fascia, in front of the main gear lever. A label in the
fuse box cover shows the circuits protected, the fuse
rating and their locations. They are also listed below.
MAIN FUSE BOX
Fuse No. Value (amps) Electrical circuit
1 15 Hazard warning lights
2 20 Interior lamp, horn
3 15 Wipers & washers - rear
4 10 Wipers & washers - front
5 15 Heater
6 7.5 Rear fog guard lamps
7 5 Radio/cassette player
8 15 Heated rear window
9 10 Cigar lighter
10 20 Alarm sounder
11 7.5 Headlamp - RH, dipped beam
12 7.5 Headlamp - LH, dipped beam
13 7.5 Headlamp - RH, main beam
14 7.5 Headlamp - LH, main beam
15 5 Side lamps - LH
16 5 Side lamps - RH
17 15 Stop & reverse lamps
18 20 Air conditioning
19 5 Air conditioning
20 5 Alarm system

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FAULT DIAGNOSIS GENERAL INFORMATION
Detailed information of electrical systems, component
locations and circuit diagrams are covered in the
Defender Electrical Troubleshooting Manual.
This section covers checks of the charging system.
GENERATOR TESTING
Service repair no - 86.10.01
Charging system check
1.Check battery is in good condition, with an open
circuit voltage of at least 12.6 V. Recharge or
substitute battery to carry out test.
2.Check drive belt condition
See SECTION 10,
Maintenance, Under bonnet maintenance.
3.Check battery connections are clean and tight.
4.Check generator connections are clean and
tight.
5.Ensure there is no drain on battery from, for
example, interior or exteriorlamps.
Generator test
Following instructions refer to use of suitable test
equipment using a carbon pile rheostat.
6.Connect test equipment referring to
manufacturer's instructions.
7.Start engine and run at 3000 rev/min without
accessory load.
8.Rotate carbon pile load control to achieve
greatest output (amps) without allowing voltage
to fall below 12.0 V. A reading in amps, of
generator output should be obtained.
9.Run engine at 3000 rev/min, switch selector to
regulator test, read voltmeter. A reading of 13.6
to 14.4 V should be obtained.
10.Switch selector to diode/stator test, switch on
headlamps to load generator. Raise engine
speed to 3000 rev/min, read voltmeter, needle
must be within 'OK' range.TESTING IN POSITION
Charging circuit resistance test.
1.Connect a low range voltmeter between
generator terminal marked B+ and positive
terminal of battery.
2.Switch on headlamps, start engine. Run engine
at approximately 3000 rev/min. Note voltmeter
reading.
3.Transfer voltmeter connections to frame of
generator and negative terminal of battery, and
again note voltmeter reading.
4.If reading exceeds 0.5 volt on positive side or
0.25 volt on negative side, there is a high
resistance in charging circuit which must be
traced and remedied.

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REPAIRREV: 05/99 HEADLAMP BEAM ALIGNMENT
Service repair no - 86.40.17
Check
Check main beam alignment using beam setting
equipment. Should this not be available the beam can
be temporarily checked and adjusted as follows:-
1.Position vehicle, unladen, on level ground with
tyres correctly inflated, approximately 4 metres
from a wall or screen, marked as illustrated
below.
2.The beam centres 'A' are measured horizontally
on the vehicle and dimension 'B' vertically from
the ground.
3.Switch on main beam and adjust setting, as
necessary, with trimmer screws.On vehicles fitted with headlamp levelling units, check
and adjust headlamp beam alignment as previously
described, with fascia mounted levelling switch at
position '0'. The headlamps can then be adjusted,
according to load conditions, as follows:-
Position '0' - Driver only, or driver and all front seats
occupied (loadspace empty).
Position '1' - All seats occupied (loadspace empty).
Position '2' - All seats occupied by adults and
loadspace loaded to maximum rear axle weight.
Position '3' - Driver only with loadspace loaded to
maximum rear axle weight.