1996 LAND ROVER DEFENDER Workshop Manual

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INFORMATIONREV: 05/99 Propeller shaft Front
and RearNLGI - 2 Multi-purpose Lithium based GREASE
Lubrication nipples
(hubs, ball joints
etc.)
Seat slides
Door lock striker
Brake and clutch
reservoirsBrake fluids having a minimum boiling point of 260°C (500°F) and complying with
FMVSS 116 DOT4
Engine coolant
(Pre-99MY)Use an ethylene glycol based anti-freeze (containing no methanol) with non-phosphate
corrosion inhibitors suitable for use in aluminium engines to ensure the protection of the
cooling system against frost and corrosion in all seasons. Use one part anti-freeze to
one part water for protection down to -36°C (-33°F).
IMPORTANT: Coolant solution must not fall below proportions one part
anti-freeze to three parts water, i.e. minimum 25% anti-freeze in coolant otherwise
damage to engine is liable to occur. Maximum concentration is 60%.
Engine coolant
(99MY on)Use Texaco XLC long life coolant. Use one part anti-freeze to one part water for
protection down to -36°C (-33°F).
IMPORTANT: Coolant solution must not fall below 50% anti-freeze otherwise
damage to the engine is liable to occur. Maximum concentration is 60%.
Battery lugs, Petroleum jelly.
earthing surfaces
where paint has
been removed.NOTE: Do not use Silicone Grease
Air Conditioning
System Refrigerant Use only refrigerant R134a
Compressor Oil Sanden oil
LUBRICATION PRACTICE
Use a high quality oil of the correct viscosity range and service classification in the engine during maintenance and
when topping up. The use of oil not to the correct specification can lead to high oil and fuel consumption and
ultimately to damaged components.
Oil to the correct specification contains additives which disperse the corrosive acids formed by combustion and
prevent the formation of sludge which can block the oilways. Additional oil additives should not be used. Always
adhere to the recommended servicing intervals.
WARNING: Many liquids and other substances used in motor vehicles are poisonous. They must
not be consumed and must be kept away from open wounds. These substances, among others,
include anti-freeze, windscreen washer additives, lubricants and various adhesives.

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INFORMATION REV: 05/99 CAPACITIES
The following capacity figures are approximate and are provided as a guide only.
Capacities (approx.)* Litres Pints
Engine sump oil 5,8................................................................ 10.20
Extra when refilling after fitting new filter 0,85.......................... 1.50
Manual gearbox 2,67............................................................... 4.70
Transfer gearbox oil 2,30......................................................... 4.00
Front differential 1,70............................................................... 3.00
Rear differential 1,70................................................................ 3.00
Power steering box and reservoir LHD 2,90............................ 5.00
Power steering box and reservoir RHD 3,40............................ 6.00
Swivel pin housing oil/grease (each) 0,35................................ 0.60
Fuel tank usable fuel 79,5........................................................ 17.5 gall
Cooling system 11,50................................................................ 20.20
Washer bottle 3,0................................................................... 5.28
NOTE: * All levels must be checked by dipstick or level plugs as applicable.
ANTI-FREEZE
PERCENTAGE CONCENTRATION - 50%
PROTECTION - LOWER TEMPERATURE LIMIT
Complete protection
Vehicle may be driven away immediately from cold,
-33°C (-36°F).
Safe limit protection
Coolant in semi-frozen state. Engine may be started
and driven away after warm-up period, -41°C (-42°
F).Lower protection
Prevents frost damage to cylinder head, block and
radiator. Thaw out before starting engine, -47°C (-53°
F).
CAUTION: Anti-freeze content must never
be allowed to fall below 25% (pre 99MY) or
50% (99MY on) otherwise damage to the
engine is liable to occur. Anti-freeze content
should not exceed 60% (all models) as this will
greatly reduce cooling efficiency.

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INFORMATIONREV: 05/99 RECOMMENDED FUEL
300 Tdi Vehicles
Diesel fuel oil, distillate, diesel fuel, automotive gas or Derv to British standard 2869, Class A1 or A2. Using diesel
fuel with a lower class rating could seriously impair vehicle performance.
Td5 Vehicles
Refer to Defender Workshop Manual VDR 100350.
V8i Vehicles
Refer to Defender Workshop Manual LRL 0185.
FUEL TANK CAPACITY
Side tank:
90 models 54,6 litres (12 gallons)........................................................................
110 models * 68,2 litres (15 gallons)....................................................................
110 Station wagon 45,5 litres (10 gallons)...........................................................
* Except Station wagon
Rear tank:
110 and 130 models 79,5 litres (17,5 gallons).........................................................

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MAINTENANCE SERVICE SCHEDULE
The following section describes the items detailed in
the vehicle Service Schedule. Where required
instructions are given for carrying out the service
procedure, or a cross reference is given to the section
in the manual where the procedure may be found.
Service Maintenance Schedules are published
separately to reflect the needs and intervals for each
vehicle variant. Procedures in the Workshop Manual
must be used in conjunction with the Service
Schedule sheets.
Service Maintenance Schedules are available from:
Land Rover Publications,
Character Mailing,
Heysham Road,
Bootle,
Merseyside, L70 1JL
VEHICLE INTERIOR
CHECK SEATS & BELTS
Check condition and security of seat belts, seat belt
mountings, seat belt buckles and operation of inertia
seat belts.
CHECK OPERATION OF LAMPS
Check operation of all lamps, horns and warning
indicators.
CHECK OPERATION OF WIPERS
Check operation of front/rear wipers and washers and
condition of wiper blades.CHECK OPERATION OF HANDBRAKE
Handbrake check/adjust
1.Chock road wheels.
2.Raise one rear wheel clear of ground and
support securely with axle stand.
3.Release handbrake lever.
4.Underneath vehicle, tighten adjuster bolt
clockwise to
25 Nm (18 lbf/ft)to fully lock brake
drum.
5.Slacken adjusting bolt by 1.5 turns to give brake
shoes running clearance. Check that the drum is
free to rotate.
6.Adjust handbrake cable locknuts to give pawl
two notches free movement on the rachet before
being fully operational on third notch of rachet.
NOTE: Cable adjustment must ONLY be
used for initial setting and to compensate
for cable stretch. It MUST NOT be used to
take up brake shoe wear, which MUST be adjusted
at brake drum.
7.Operate handbrake to settle brake shoes.
Recheck handbrake is fully operational on third
notch of rachet pawl. Readjust if necessary.
8.Remove axle stand and wheel chocks.

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MAINTENANCE BATTERY CONNECTIONS
NOTE: The vehicle may be fitted with an
alarm and immobilisation system using a
battery backed-up alarm sounder.
See
ELECTRICAL, Repair, Battery
Disconnect battery leads, clean and grease with
petroleum jelly, including battery terminals.
CHECK OPERATION OF DOOR SWITCHES
When a Vehicle Immobilisation and Alarm System is
fitted it is important that all door and bonnet switches
operate correctly, otherwise perimeter and interior
protection may not function if a door or the bonnet is
opened.VEHICLE EXTERIOR
CHECK/ADJUST HEADLAMP ALIGNMENT
Check/adjust headlamp alignment.
CHECK ROAD WHEELS AND TYRES
Check road wheels for damage.
Check tyres, including spare, for compliance with
manufacture's specificaton.
Check visually for cuts, lumps, bulges, uneven tread
wear and tread depth.
See INTRODUCTION,
Information, wheels and tyres
Check/adjust tyre pressures.See WHEELS AND
TYRES, Repair, Tyres pressures
INSPECT BRAKE PADS FOR WEAR, CALIPERS
FOR LEAKS AND CONDITION OF DISCS
Check thickness of brake pads, and renew if thickness
is less than 3,00 mm (0.12 in). Check brake pads for
oil contamination and fit a new set, if necessary,
See
BRAKES, Repair, front brake pads
orSee
BRAKES, Repair, rear brake pads
WARNING: When renewing brake pads, it
is essential that only genuine components
with correct grade of lining are used.
Always fit new pads as complete axle sets, NEVER
individually or as a single wheel set. Serious
consequences could result from out of balance
braking due to mixing of linings.
CHECK FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT
Use recognised wheel alignment equipment to carry
out this operation.
See STEERING, Adjustment,
front wheel alignment
CHECK OPERATION OF ALL DOORS/TAILGATE,
BONNET AND LOCKS
LUBRICATE ALL DOOR/TAILGATE HINGES, AND
DOOR CHECK/LOCK MECHANISMS

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MAINTENANCE UNDER BONNET MAINTENANCE
UNDER BONNET COMPONENTS
A - RH drive
1.Brake fluid reservoir
2.Clutch fluid reservoir
3.Air cleaner element
4.Engine breather filter
5.Oil filler cap
6.Oil level dipstick
7.Heater/air conditioning unit
8.Windscreen washer reservoir
9.Power steering pump reservoir10.Intercooler and hoses
11.Radiator filler plug
12.Radiator
13.Oil cooler
14.Fuel filter
15.Accelerator linkage
16.Expansion tank
17.Air cleaner dump valve

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MAINTENANCE
UNDER BONNET COMPONENTS
B - LH drive
1.Brake fluid reservoir
2.Clutch fluid reservoir
3.Air cleaner element
4.Engine breather filter
5.Oil filler cap
6.Oil level dipstick
7.Heater/air conditioning unit
8.Windscreen washer reservoir
9.Power steering pump reservoir10.Intercooler and hoses
11.Radiator filler plug
12.Radiator
13.Oil cooler
14.Fuel filter
15.Accelerator linkage
16.Expansion tank
17.Air cleaner dump valve

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MAINTENANCE REV: 05/99 CHECK COOLING, INTERCOOLING AND HEATING
SYSTEMS
Check cooling, and heater systems for leaks and
pipes/hoses for security and condition. Refill or top up
as necessary.
CAUTION: It is important that the correct
procedure is followed when refilling or
topping up the cooling system to avoid
trapping air in the system.
WARNING: Do not remove caps and plugs
when engine is hot because cooling
system is pressurised and personal
scalding could result.
1.Remove plastic plugs from thermostat housing
and radiator.
2.Fill cooling system with correct concentration
and specification of anti-freeze.
See
LUBRICANTS, FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES,
Information, Recommended lubricants and
fluids
3.Fill from expansion tank until radiator is full, with
level in expansion tank the same as in radiator.
NOTE: Care should be taken to avoid
excess coolant spillage from radiator.
4.Fit plastic plug in radiator.
5.Add a further 1 litre (1.76 pints) of coolant to
expansion tank and allow to settle.
6.Refit expansion tank cap and thermostat
housing plug.
7.Run engine at idle speed for five minutes.
8.Switch off engine, check that expansion tank
coolant is level with top of indicator post and top
up as necessary.Check intercooler and turbo-charger system for air
leaks and pipes/hoses for security and condition.
All system hoses should be renewed at first signs of
deterioration.
VALVE CLEARANCES - CHECK/ADJUST
Check/adjust valve clearances.
See ENGINE ,
Adjustment, Valve clearances - check and adjust
RENEW FUEL FILTER ELEMENT
Remove
1.Clean area around filter head and position a
container beneath.
2.Unscrew and remove filter, catch fuel released.
Refit
3.Wet seal of new filter with fuel.
4.Screw new filter into position.
5.Ensure drain tap is fully closed.