1999 LAND ROVER DEFENDER steering

GENERAL SPECIFICATION DATA
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INFORMATION STEERING
Power steering box
Make/type Adwest Varamatic - worm and roller box........................................................................
Ratio Variable: straight ahead 19.3:1 on lock 14.3:1.................................................................................
Steering wheel turns, lock-to-lock 3.375....................................
Steering pump
Make/type Hobourn-Eaton series 500........................................................................
Steering geometry
Steering wheel diameter 412 mm (16.22 in)..................................................
Toe-out measurement 0 to 2 mm toe out......................................................
Toe-out included angle 0°to 0°20’ .....................................................
Camber angle 0°* ..................................................................
Castor angle 3°* .....................................................................
Swivel pin inclination static 7°* ...............................................
* Check with vehicle on level ground, in unladen
condition and five gallons of fuel. Rock the front of the
vehicle up and down to allow it to take up a normal
static position.
Turning circle between kerbs
90 models:
265/75 x 16 tyres 12,65 m (41.5 ft)..............................................................
All other tyres 11,70 m (38.4 ft)...................................................................
110 models:
750 x 16 tyres 13,41 m (44 ft)..................................................................
130 models:
750 x 16 tyres 15,24 m (50 ft)..................................................................
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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.
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LUBRICANTS, FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
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INFORMATION RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND FLUIDS
All climates and conditions
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE°C
COMPONENT SPECIFICATION VISCOSITY -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50
Td5ACEA A1 5W/30, 5W/40
Engine sump and B1 5W/50
Manual gearbox Texaco MTF94
Final drive units Molytex EP90 EP90
Swivel pin housings Texaco EP00 EP00
Power steering ATF Dexron IID,
or III
Texaco cold climate
PAS fluid 14315
Transfer box Texaco Multigear 75W-90R
LT230TE
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LUBRICANTS, FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
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INFORMATION CAPACITIES
The following capacity figures are approximate and are provided as a guide only.
Capacities (approx.)* Litres Pints
Engine sump oil - Td5 7.20...................................................... 12.67
Extra when refilling after fitting new filter 1.00.......................... 1.76
Manual gearbox 2.38............................................................... 4.19
Transfer gearbox oil 2.30......................................................... 4.00
Front differential 1.70............................................................... 3.00
Rear differential
90 Models 1.70............................................................... 3.00
110 Models 2.26............................................................. 4.00
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
90 Models 60.00............................................................... 13.20 gall
110 & 130 Models 75.00................................................... 16.50 gall
Cooling system - Td5 13.00....................................................... 22.88
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 50% otherwise
damage to the engine is liable to occur.
Also, anti-freeze content should not exceed 60%
as this will greatly reduce the cooling effect of the
coolant.RECOMMENDED FUEL
Diesel fuel oil, distillate, diesel fuel, automotive gas or
Derv to British standard 2869, Class A1 or A2
Using diesel fuel with a class rating lower than stated
above could seriously impair vehicle performance.
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10 - MAINTENANCE
CONTENTS
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MAINTENANCE
UNDERBONNET VIEW - Td5 1..............................................................................
SEATS AND SEAT BELTS 2..................................................................................
LAMPS, HORNS AND WARNING INDICATORS 2................................................
WIPERS AND WASHERS 3...................................................................................
HANDBRAKE 3.......................................................................................................
BATTERY CONDITION - Td5 4..............................................................................
HANDSET BATTERY 5...........................................................................................
HEADLAMP ALIGNMENT 5....................................................................................
ROAD WHEELS 6...................................................................................................
TYRE PRESSURES, CONDITION AND TREAD DEPTH 6....................................
BRAKE PADS, CALIPERS AND DISCS 7..............................................................
ROAD WHEEL SPEED SENSOR HARNESS - Td5 7............................................
FUEL FILTER ELEMENT 8.....................................................................................
FUEL FILTER SEDIMENTER - Td5 8.....................................................................
INTERCOOLER / COOLING SYSTEM 9................................................................
AMBIENT AIR PRESSURE (AAP) SENSOR - Td5 9..............................................
DOOR LOCKS AND HINGES 10............................................................................
ENGINE COOLANT 10...........................................................................................
BRAKE FLUID 11....................................................................................................
AIR FILTER ELEMENT AND DUMP VALVE 11.....................................................
AUXILIARY DRIVE BELT 12...................................................................................
PAS FLUID, CLUTCH FLUID AND SCREEN WASHER LEVELS 12.....................
STEERING BOX 13................................................................................................
ENGINE OIL 14.......................................................................................................
CENTRIFUGE ROTOR - Td5 14.............................................................................
FULL FLOW OIL FILTER 15...................................................................................
GEARBOX OIL 15...................................................................................................
TRANSFER BOX OIL 16.........................................................................................
FRONT AND REAR AXLE OIL 17..........................................................................
PROPELLER SHAFTS 18.......................................................................................
CLUTCH PIPES AND UNIONS 18..........................................................................
PAS PIPES AND UNIONS 19.................................................................................
ENGINE, GEARBOX, TRANSFER BOX AND AXLES 19.......................................
EXHAUST SYSTEM 20...........................................................................................
STEERING BOX AND SUSPENSION 20...............................................................
STEERING BALL JOINTS 21.................................................................................
SHOCK ABSORBERS 22.......................................................................................
TOWING BRACKET 22...........................................................................................
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION MOUNTINGS 23..................................................
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10MAINTENANCE
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MAINTENANCE ROAD WHEELS
Remove
1.Loosen wheel nuts. Raise vehicle for wheel free
condition and remove the wheel nuts.
2.Mark the wheel to stud relationship to ensure
that the wheels are refitted in the same
orientation.
Refit
3.Apply a thin coat of anti-seize compound to
wheel hub centre.
4.Refit wheels to original hub position.
NOTE: When refitting road wheel nuts do
not overtighten using powered tools.
Ensure the wheel nuts are correctly
torqued in the correct sequence.
5.Tighten wheel nuts.
Steel wheels -100 Nm (80 lbf/ft)
Alloy wheels -130 Nm (96 lbf/ft)
Heavy Duty wheels -170 Nm (125 lbf/ft)TYRE PRESSURES, CONDITION AND TREAD
DEPTH
1.Check for any apparent damage to tyres, paying
particular attention to side walls.
2.Look at tyre treads and check for any unusual
wear patterns which may indicate out of
specification adjustment of steering or
suspension.
NOTE: Any adjustments to steering or
suspension will be subject to additional
labour and/or material cost and should not
be carried out without the authorisation of the
customer.
3.Measure the tread depth across the width of the
tyre and around the circumference. Annotate the
maintenance check sheet with the lowest figure
obtained from each tyre.
NOTE: Any requirement to replace tyres
should be advised to the customer before
any remedial work is carried out. This will
be subject to additional labour and/or material
cost and should not be carried out without the
authorisation of the customer.
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MAINTENANCE
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MAINTENANCE Clutch Fluid
1.Clean area around clutch fluid reservoir cap, and
remove cap.
2.Check fluid level in clutch fluid reservoir.
3.Top-up if necessary to the correct level using
recommended fluid.See LUBRICANTS,
FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES, Information.
4.Fit filler cap.
Screen Washer Fluid
1.Clean area around washer fluid filler cap.
2.Check washer fluid level in reservoir.
3.Top-up if necessary to the correct level using
recommended fluid.See LUBRICANTS,
FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES, Information.
4.Fit filler cap.STEERING BOX
Check
1.Check steering box for fluid leaks.
Adjust
1.Check there is no backlash in steering box with
the road wheels in the straight ahead position.
Adjust if necessary.See STEERING,
Adjustment.
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MAINTENANCE EXHAUST SYSTEM
1.Visually check condition of exhaust system for
signs of damage.
2.Check condition of exhaust heat shields.
3.Check exhaust system is firmly secured and
check condition of exhaust mounting rubbers,
clamps and brackets.STEERING BOX AND SUSPENSION
1.Check steering box fixings. Tighten if necessary
to81 Nm (60 lbf.ft).
2.Check LH and RH front radius arm fixings.
Tighten if necessary.See FRONT
SUSPENSION, Repair.
3.Check Panhard rod fixings. Tighten if necessary.
See FRONT SUSPENSION, Repair.
4.Check all rear axle fixings. Tighten if necessary.
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