1996 LAND ROVER DEFENDER power steering fluid

INTRODUCTION
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INFORMATION ABBREVIATIONS AND SYMBOLS USED IN THIS
MANUAL
Across flats (bolt size) AF............................................
After bottom dead centre ABDC...................................
After top dead centre ATDC.........................................
Alternating current a.c..................................................
Ampere amp................................................................
Ampere hour amp hr....................................................
Before bottom dead centre BBDC................................
Before top dead centre BTDC......................................
Bottom dead centre BDC.............................................
Brake horse power bhp................................................
British Standards BS....................................................
Carbon monoxide CO..................................................
Centimetre cm.............................................................
Centigrade (Celsius) C................................................
Cubic centimetre cm
3...................................................
Cubic inch in3...............................................................
Degree (angle) deg or° ...............................................
Degree (temperature) deg or° .....................................
Diameter dia................................................................
Direct current d.c..........................................................
Electronic Control Unit ECU........................................
Fahrenheit F.................................................................
Feet ft...........................................................................
Feet per minute ft/min..................................................
Fifth 5th........................................................................
First 1st........................................................................
Fluid ounce fl oz..........................................................
Foot pounds (torque) lbf ft............................................
Fourth 4th.....................................................................
Gramme (force) gf........................................................
Gramme (mass) g........................................................
Gallons gal...................................................................
High tension (electrical) H.T.........................................
Internal diameter I.D....................................................
Inches of mercury in. Hg..............................................
Inches in......................................................................
Kilogramme (force) kgf.................................................
Kilogramme (mass.) kg................................................
Kilogramme centimetre (torque) kgf.cm.......................
Kilogramme per square millimetre kgf/mm
2.................
Kilogramme per square centimetre kgf/cm2.................
Kilogramme metres (torque) kgf.m..............................
Kilometres km..............................................................
Kilometres per hour km/h.............................................
Kilovolts kV...................................................................
Left-hand LH................................................................
Left-hand steering LHStg.............................................
Left-hand thread LHThd...............................................
Litres litre.....................................................................Low tension l.t..............................................................
Maximum max.............................................................
Metre m........................................................................
Millilitre ml....................................................................
Millimetre mm...............................................................
Miles per gallon mpg....................................................
Miles per hour mph......................................................
Minute (angle) '............................................................
Minus (of tolerance) -...................................................
Negative (electrical) -...................................................
Newton metres (torque) Nm........................................
Number No..................................................................
Ohms ohm...................................................................
Ounces (force) ozf.......................................................
Ounces (mass) oz........................................................
Ounce inch (torque) ozf.in...........................................
Outside diameter O.D..................................................
Part number Part No....................................................
Percentage %...............................................................
Pints pt.........................................................................
Plus (tolerance) +.........................................................
Positive (electrical) +....................................................
Pound (force) lbf..........................................................
Pounds inch (torque) in.lbf...........................................
Pound (mass) lb...........................................................
Pounds per square inch P.S.I......................................
Ratio :...........................................................................
Reference ref...............................................................
Revolution per minute rev/min.....................................
Right-hand RH.............................................................
Second (angle) "...........................................................
Second (numerical order) 2nd......................................
Specific gravity sp.gr....................................................
Square centimetres cm
2...............................................
Square inches in2.........................................................
Standard wire gauge s.w.g..........................................
Synchroniser/Synchromesh synchro...........................
Third 3rd.......................................................................
Top dead centre TDC..................................................
United Kingdom UK......................................................
Vehicle Identification Number VIN...............................
Volts V.........................................................................
Watts W.......................................................................
SCREW THREADS
British Standard Pipe BSP...........................................
Unified Coarse UNC....................................................
Unified Fine UNF.........................................................

GENERAL FITTING REMINDERS
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INFORMATION JOINTS AND JOINT FACES
1.Always use correct gaskets where they are
specified.
2.Use jointing compound only when
recommended. Otherwise fit joints dry.
3.When jointing compound is used, apply in a thin
uniform film to metal surfaces; take great care to
prevent it from entering oilways, pipes or blind
tapped holes.
4.Remove all traces of old jointing materials prior
to reassembly. Do not use a tool which could
damage joint faces.
5.Inspect joint faces for scratches or burrs and
remove with a fine file or oil stone; do not allow
removed material or dirt to enter tapped holes or
enclosed parts.
6.Blow out any pipes, channels or crevices with
compressed air, fit new 'O' rings or seals
displaced by air blast.FLEXIBLE HYDRAULIC PIPES, HOSES
1.Before removing any brake or power steering
hose, clean end fittings and area surrounding
them as thoroughly as possible.
2.Obtain appropriate plugs or caps before
detaching hose end fittings, so that ports can be
immediately covered to exclude dirt.
3.Clean hose externally and blow through with
airline. Examine carefully for cracks, separation
of plies, security of end fittings and external
damage. Reject any hose found faulty.
4.When refitting hose, ensure that no unnecessary
bends are introduced, and that hose is not
twisted before or during tightening of union nuts.
5.Containers for hydraulic fluid must be kept
absolutely clean.
6.Do not store brake fluid in an unsealed
container. It will absorb water, and fluid in this
condition would be dangerous to use due to a
lowering of its boiling point.
7.Do not allow brake fluid to be contaminated with
mineral oil, or use a container which has
previously contained mineral oil.
8.Do not re-use brake fluid bled from system.
9.Always use clean brake fluid to clean hydraulic
components.
10.Fit a cap to seal a hydraulic union and a plug to
its socket after removal to prevent ingress of dirt.
11.Absolute cleanliness must be observed with
hydraulic components at all times.
12.After any work on hydraulic systems, inspect
carefully for leaks underneath the vehicle while a
second operator applies maximum pressure to
the brakes (engine running) and operates the
steering.

LUBRICANTS, FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
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INFORMATION REV: 05/99 RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND FLUIDS
All climates and conditions
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE°C
COMPONENT SPECIFICATION VISCOSITY -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50
DieselRES.22.OL.PD-2 15W/40
Engine sump or CCMC PD-2
or API CD
Main Gearbox
manualATF Dexron IID
Final drive units API or GL5 90 EP
Swivel pin housings MIL - L - 2105 or
MIL - L - 2105B 80 EP *
CorD
Power steering ATF Dexron IID or
Dexron III
Transfer box API GL4 or GL5 90 EP
LT230T MIL - L - 2105 or
MIL - L - 2105B 80 EP
CorD
NOTE: * Molytex EP 00 grease on later vehicles with filler plug only in swivel pin housing.

LUBRICANTS, FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
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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.

MAINTENANCE
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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

MAINTENANCE
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MAINTENANCE RENEW AUXILIARY DRIVE BELT
Renew drive belt.
See ELECTRICAL, Repair,
Auxiliary drive belt
RENEW COMPRESSOR DRIVE BELT
Renew compressor drive belt.
See AIR
CONDITIONING, Repair, Compressor drive belt
CHECK/TOP UP POWER STEERING RESERVOIR
WARNING: DO NOT start engine if fluid
level in reservoir has dropped below
dipstick - severe damage to the power
steering system could result.
NOTE: Check fluid level with engine
switched off and system cold. Ensure that
steering wheel is not turned after stopping
engine.
1.Clean and remove reservoir cap.
2.Wipe distick clean and fully refit cap.
3.Remove cap and check fluid level. Ensure fluid
level is between UPPER mark and end of
dipstick.
4.Top up, if necessary, with recommended fluid.
See LUBRICANTS, FLUIDS AND
CAPACITIES, Information, Recommended
lubricants and fluids
DO NOT fill above
UPPER mark on dipstick.CHECK/TOP UP CLUTCH FLUID RESERVOIR
WARNING: Clutch fluid will damage
painted surfaces; clean up any spillage
immediately and rinse with plenty of water.
If clutch fluid should come into contact with the
skin or eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of
water.
1.Clean and remove reservoir cap.
2.Check fluid level and top up if necessary,
maintaining the level approximately 10 mm (0.39
in) below top of reservoir, using recommended
fluid.
See LUBRICANTS, FLUIDS AND
CAPACITIES, Information, Recommended
lubricants and fluids

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MAINTENANCE CHECK/TOP UP BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR
WARNING: DO NOT drive the vehicle with
the fluid level below 'MIN' mark.
Brake fluid will damage painted surfaces; clean up
any spillage immediately and rinse with plenty of
water.
If brake fluid should come into contact with skin
or eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
1.Check the fluid level visually through transparent
side of reservoir without removing cap.
2.If level is below 'MAX' mark clean and remove
reservoir cap.
3.Top up to 'MAX' mark with recommended brake
fluid
See LUBRICANTS, FLUIDS AND
CAPACITIES, Information, Recommended
lubricants and fluids
CHECK/TOP UP WASHER RESERVOIR
Top up washer reservoir to within 25 mm (1.0 in) 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 LINKAGES
Lubricate accelerator cable at adjustment ferrule and
linkage with injector pump and at pedal clevis pin.CHECK/ADJUST ENGINE IDLE SPEED
Check/adjust low and high engine idle speed with
engine at normal running temperature.
See FUEL
SYSTEM, Adjustment, low and high idle speed
adjustment
CHECK/ADJUST STEERING BOX
Check steering box and pipes/hoses for fluid leaks.
Check that there is no backlash in steering box when
in straight ahead position. Adjust steering box if
necessary.
See STEERING, Adjustment, Power
steering box
VISUALLY CHECK INTERCOOLER/RADIATOR
FOR EXTERNAL OBSTRUCTIONS
Check intercooler/radiator for external obstructions. If
necessary, apply air pressure to engine side of matrix
to clear obstruction. If mud or dirt is evident, carefully
use a hose to wash away obstruction.
FLUSH DIESEL INTERCOOLER
Remove
1.Remove intercooler matrix.
See FUEL
SYSTEM, Repair, Intercooler
2.Flush matrix with ICI 'GENKLENE' proprietary
cleaner, following manufacturers instructions.
3.Dry intercooler completely ensuring that no liquid
remains in matrix.
Refit
4.Refit intercooler matrix.
See FUEL SYSTEM,
Repair, Intercooler