1996 LAND ROVER DEFENDER belt

CHASSIS AND BODY
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REPAIR
9.Remove fixings securing bottom edge of trim
panel to body side.
10.Release top edge of trim panel by striking
upwards with the hand to disengage 3 spring
clips.
11.Lift trim panel from window surround and feed
seat belt through panel aperture.
12.Remove trim panel from vehicle.
Refit
13.Fit new spring clips to the 3 brackets on top
edge of side trim panel.
14.Feed seat belt through aperture in trim panel and
fit finisher.
15.Align trim panel, ensuring it is correctly
positioned around side window.
16.Locate trim panel spring clips on inner cant rail
and press firmly down to secure top edge of trim
panel.
17.Align bosses of trim panel with body side fixing
holes and secure with bolts or screws. If
individual type seats are fitted do not fully tighten
fixings at this stage.
18.Fit seat belt clip to 'C' post.
19.Fit trim panel cap fastener to 'C' post.
20.Fit seat belt to wheel arch. Tighten bolt to
32 Nm
(24 lbf/ft).
21.Fit seat belt guide bracket to 'C' post. Tighten
bolt to
32 Nm (24 lbf/ft)and fit finisher cap.
22.Fit rear end trim panel
See Rear end trim
panel
.
23.Fit inward facing seats
See Rear seat squab,
or
See Rear bench seat.REAR END TRIM PANEL - 90/110 STATION
WAGON
Service repair no - 76.13.71
Remove
1.Pull edge of rear end trim panel firmly to release
2 spring retaining clips from vertical rail at door
aperture.
2.Remove rear end trim panel.
Refit
3.Fit new spring clips to the 2 brackets on side of
trim panel.
4.Position outboard edge of trim panel in corner to
abut side trim panel and locate spring clips on
vertical rail.
5.Press edge of trim panel firmly to secure in
position.

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REPAIR FRONT HEADLINING - 90 STATION WAGON
Service repair no - 76.64.10
Remove
1.Remove sun roof headlining finisher.
2.Remove sun visors
See Sun visors.
3.Remove interior lamp
See ELECTRICAL,
Repair, Interior lamp
.
4.Remove interior mirror and mounting plate
See
Interior mirror
.
5.Remove 4 retaining screws and detach both 'A'
post trims.
6.Remove caps and unscrew front seat belt fixing
bolts from 'B' posts.7.Carefully prise side trim panel cap fastener from
'B' posts.
8.Carefully prise 2 cap fasteners, from both sides,
securing headlining to body at door aperture.
9.Carefully prise out 5 cap fasteners securing front
and rear headlinings to roof.
10.From both sides, pull side trim panel inwards
enough to release rear corners of front
headlining.
11.Lower headlining and remove from vehicle.NOTE: Take care not to bend the
headlining on removal and refitting.
Refit
12.With assistance, raise headlining to roof.
13.Carefully pull side trim panel inwards, on both
sides, and slide headlining behind trim panel.
14.Position front headlining into recess of rear
headlining and secure both to roof mounting
brackets with 5 cap fasteners.
15.Secure both sides of front headlining to body at
door apertures with cap fasteners.16.Fit side cap fasteners at 'B' posts.
17.Secure seat belts to 'B' posts and tighten bolts to
32 Nm (24 lbf/ft).Fit caps to bolts.
18.Fit 'A' post trims.
19.Fit interior mirror
See Interior mirror.
20.Fit interior lamp
See ELECTRICAL, Repair,
Interior lamp
.
21.Fit sun visors
See Sun visors.
22.Fit sun roof headlining finisher.

82AIR CONDITIONING
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION Operation
Evaporator unit and expansion valve
High pressure liquid refrigerant is delivered to the
expansion valve which is the controlling device for the
air conditioning system. A severe pressure drop
occurs across the valve and as the refrigerant flows
through the evaporator it picks up heat from the
ambient air, boils and vaporizes. As this change of
state occurs, a large amount of latent heat is
absorbed. The evaporator is therefore cooled and as
a result heat is extracted from the air flowing across
the evaporator. The refrigerant leaves the evaporator,
on its way to the compressor, as a low pressure gas.
An evaporator sensor measures the air temperature at
the evaporator and engages or disengages the
compressor clutch to prevent icing of the air ways.
Compressor
The compressor, a pump specially designed to raise
the pressure of the refrigerant, is mounted on the front
of the engine and is driven by an independent drive
belt from the crankshaft pulley. The compressor draws
vaporized refrigerant from the evaporator. It is
compressed with a resulting rise in temperature and
passed on to the condenser as a hot, high pressure
vapour.
Condenser
The condenser is mounted directly in front of the
radiator and consists of a refrigerant coil mounted in a
series of thin cooling fins to provide the maximum
heat transfer. Air flow across the condenser is induced
by vehicle movement and assisted by two electric fans
attached to the frame of the condenser. The
refrigerant high pressure vapour enters the condenser
inlet on the RH side. As the vapour passes through
the condenser coils the air flow, assisted by the two
fans, carries the latent heat away from the condenser.
This induces a change of state resulting in the
refrigerant condensing into a high pressure warm
liquid. From the condenser, the refrigerant continues
to the receiver/ drier.
Receiver/drier
This component acts as a reservoir and is used to
hold extra refrigerant until it is needed by the
evaporator. The drier within the receiver unit contains
a filter and dessicant (drying material) which absorb
moisture and prevent dessicant dust from being
carried with the refrigerant into the system.AIR CONDITIONING AND HEATER CONTROLS -
LH DRIVE
1. Temperature control
Move the lever upwards (RED) to increase air
temperature, or downwards (BLUE) to reduce air
temperature.
2. Air conditioning switch
Press the switch (indicator lamp illuminates) to
activate the air conditioning. Press again to switch off.
3. Air recirculation control
Move the lever fully upwards to activate air
recirculation. Move the lever fully downwards to
cancel recirculation.
NOTE: Prolonged recirculation may cause
the windows to mist up.
4. Air distribution control
Lever fully up - air to windscreen vents (also provides
some air to the footwell).
Lever midway - air to fascia vents (also provides some
air to the footwell).
Lever fully down - air to footwell vents (also provides
some air to the windscreen).

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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.
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.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 15 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
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.

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ADJUSTMENT 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 radius.
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.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
Examine the sight glass for bubbles with the system
operating. Check connections for leakage.
Evaporator
Examine the refrigeration connections at the unit.

AIR CONDITIONING
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REPAIR COMPRESSOR
Service repair no - 82.10.20
Remove
1.Disconnect battery.
2.Recover refrigerant from air conditioning system
See Adjustment, Refrigerant recovery,
recycling, recharging.
3.Remove compressor drive belt.See
Compressor drive belt
4.Disconnect high pressure pipe from compressor.
5.Disconnect low pressure pipe from compressor.
6.Remove 'O' ring from each flange.
7.Disconnect compressor clutch harness
multi-plug.
8.Remove compressor from mounting bracket
studs.Refit
9.If a new compressor is to be fitted first drain oil
from new compressor. Drain and measure oil
from old compressor. Measure new oil equal to
amount from old compressor, add 30 ml extra to
this amount and refill new compressor through
outlet port.
10.Locate compressor over mounting bracket studs.
11.Reconnect compressor clutch harness
multi-plug.
12.Fit new 'O' rings to high and low pressure hose
flanges, lubricate with refrigerant oil.
13.Fit high and low pressure hoses.
14.Fit compressor drive belt
See Compressor
drive belt.
15.Evacuate and recharge air conditioning system
See Adjustment, Refrigerant recovery,
recycling, recharging.
16.Reconnect battery.
17.Perform a leak test on disturbed joints.
18.Carry out a functional check.

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REPAIR COMPRESSOR DRIVE BELT
Service repair no - 82.10.02
Remove
1.Disconnect battery.
2.Remove auxiliary drive belt
See ELECTRICAL,
Repair, Auxiliary drive belt.
3.Remove 3 nuts securing drive belt guard to
compressor retaining studs.
4.Slacken 3 belt tensioner retaining bolts.
5.Remove compressor drive belt. Mark direction
on belt if refitting.Refit
6.Fit compressor drive belt.
7.Fit drive belt guard.
8.Fit torque meter to centre of tensioner, apply and
hold a torque of
35 Nm (26 lbf/ft).
9.Tighten tensioner retaining bolts.
10.Rotate crankshaft 2 full turns.
11.Reapply and hold a torque of
35 Nm (26 lbf/ft)
to tensioner, then fully slacken and retighten
tensioner retaining bolts to
25 Nm (18 lbf/ft).
12.Fit auxiliary drive beltSee ELECTRICAL,
Repair, Auxiliary drive belt.
13.Reconnect battery.

ELECTRICAL
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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.