1999 LAND ROVER DEFENDER warning

GENERAL FITTING REMINDERS
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INFORMATION GENERAL FITTING REMINDERS
WORKSHOP SAFETY IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY!
The suggestions, cautions and warnings in the
section are intended to serve as reminders for
trained and experienced mechanics. This manual
is not a definitive guide to automotive mechanics
or workshop safety.
Shop equipment, shop environment, and the use
and disposal of solvents, fluids, and chemicals
are subject to government regulations which are
intended to provide a level of safety. It is your
responsibility to know and comply with such
regulations.
PRECAUTIONS AGAINST DAMAGE
1.Always fit covers to protect fenders before
commencing work in engine compartment.
2.Cover seats and carpets, wear clean overalls
and wash hands or wear gloves before working
inside vehicle.
3.Avoid spilling hydraulic fluid or battery acid on
paint work. Wash off with water immediately if
this occurs. Use Polythene sheets to protect
carpets and seats.
4.Always use a recommended Service Tool where
specified.
5.Protect temporarily exposed screw threads by
replacing nuts or fitting plastic caps.SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1.Whenever possible, use a lift when working
beneath vehicle, in preference to jacking. Chock
wheels as well as applying parking brake.
WARNING: Do not use a pit when
removing fuel system components.
2.Never rely on a jack alone to support vehicle.
Use axle stands carefully placed at jacking
points to provide rigid support.
3.Ensure that a suitable form of fire extinguisher is
conveniently located.
4.Check that any lifting equipment used has
adequate capacity and is fully serviceable.
5.Disconnect battery.
WARNING: Do not disconnect any pipes in
air conditioning system, unless trained
and instructed to do so. A refrigerant is
used which can cause blindness if allowed to
contact eyes.
6.Ensure that adequate ventilation is provided
when volatile degreasing agents are being used.
7.Do not apply heat in an attempt to free stiff
fixings; as well as causing damage to protective
coatings, there is a risk of damage to electronic
equipment and brake linings from stray heat.
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09LUBRICANTS, FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
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INFORMATION 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 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 engine is liable to occur. Maximun concentration is 60%.
Battery lugs, Petroleum jelly.
Earthing surfacesNOTE: Do not use Silicone Grease
where paint has
been removed
Air Conditioning
System Refrigerant Use only refrigerant R134a
Compressor Oil ND-OIL 8
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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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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MAINTENANCE SEATS AND SEAT BELTS
1.Check seat frames are secured to floor and
show no signs of movement.
2.Check operation of seat slide and tilt
mechanisms, ensuring there is no excessive
play between seat cushion and seat back.
3.Check tightness of accessible seat fixings.
4.Fully extract seat belt and allow it to return under
its own recoil mechanism.
5.Check entire length of seat belt webbing for
signs of fraying or damage. Repeat for all belts.
6.Check security of seat belt upper mountings.
7.Check security of seat belt buckle mountings.
8.Connect each belt to the correct buckle, check
seat belt buckle and tongue are secure. Release
seat belt buckle and check for correct operation.
9.Check tightness of accessible seat belt
mountingsLAMPS, HORNS AND WARNING INDICATORS
1.Switch on side, head and tail lights and check
operation.
2.Check headlamp dim/dip operation.
3.Check headlamp levelling operation.
4.Check turn signals and hazard warning lights
operation.
5.Press brake pedal and check operation of brake
lights.
6.Check all exterior lamp lenses for clarity and
condition. Pay particular attention to head lamp
lenses for signs of stone chips or damage.
7.Check horn for loud clear sound.
8.Check operation of all instrument pack warning
and indicator lights.
9.Check for correct operation of interior courtesy
lights.
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MAINTENANCE FUEL FILTER ELEMENT
1.Renew fuel filter element.See FUEL SYSTEM,
Repair.FUEL FILTER SEDIMENTER - Td5
WARNING: Fuel vapour is highly
flammable and in contained speces is also
explosive and toxic. Always have a fire
extinguisher containing FOAM, CO2, GAS OR
POWDER close at hand when handling or draining
fuel.
1.Disconnect battery negative lead.
2.Position suitable container beneath fuel filter
3.Disconnect multiplug from sedimenter
4.Rotate sedimenter anti-clockwise until water
flows from drain tube.
5.Allow to drain until diesel fuel flows from drain
tube.
6.Rotate sedimenter fully clockwise.
7.Connect multiplug.
8.Reconnect battery negative lead.
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MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL
WARNING: Avoid excessive skin contact
with used engine oil. Used engine oil
contains potentially harmful contaminants
which may cause skin cancer or other serious
skin disorders.
1.Remove underbelly panel.See CHASSIS AND
BODY, Repair.
2.Position suitable container beneath sump.
3.Clean arear around drain plug.
4.Remove oil drain plug, discard sealing washer.
5.Allow oil to drain.
6.Fit new sealing washer to oil drain plug.
7.Fit engine drain plug and tighten to23 Nm (17
lbf.ft).
8.Fill engine with recommended grade of oil to
correct mark on dipstick.See LUBRICANTS,
FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES, Information.
9.Fit underbelly panel.See CHASSIS AND
BODY, Repair.CENTRIFUGE ROTOR - Td5
1.Renew centrifuge rotor.See ENGINE , Repair.
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MAINTENANCE FULL FLOW OIL FILTER
1.Renew full flow oil filter.See ENGINE , Repair.GEARBOX OIL
WARNING: Avoid excessive skin contact
with used gearbox oil. Used gearbox oil
contains potentially harmful contaminants
which may cause skin cancer or other serious
skin disorders.
1.Renew gearbox oil.See MANUAL GEARBOX,
Adjustment.
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MAINTENANCE TRANSFER BOX OIL
WARNING: Avoid excessive skin contact
with mineral oil. Mineral oils remove the
natural fats from the skin, leading to
dryness, irritation and dermatitis.
Check
1.Remove underbelly panel.See CHASSIS AND
BODY, Repair.
2.Clean area around oil filler/level plug.
3.Remove oil filler/level plug.
4.Check that oil level is to bottom of oil filler/level
plug hole.
5.Remove all traces of sealant from threads of oil
filler/level plug.
6.Apply Loctite 290 to threads of oil filler/level plug
and tighten to25 Nm (18 lbf.ft).
7.Remove all traces of oil from main casing.
8.Fit underbelly panel.See CHASSIS AND
BODY, Repair.Renew
1.Remove underbelly panel.See CHASSIS AND
BODY, Repair.
2.Place a suitable container beneath transfer box
to catch any fluid spillage.
3.Clean area around oil filler/level and drain plugs.
4.Remove oil filler/level plug.
5.Remove oil drain plug.
6.Allow oil to drain.
7.Apply Loctite 290 to threads of oil drain plug.
8.Fit transfer box drain plug and tighten to30 Nm
(22 lbf.ft).
9.Fill transfer box with recommended oil to bottom
of oil filler/level plug hole.See LUBRICANTS,
FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES, Information.
10.Remove all traces of sealant from threads of oil
filler/level plug.
11.Apply Loctite 290 to threads of oil filler/level plug
and tighten to25 Nm (18 lbf.ft).
12.Remove all traces of oil from main casing.
13.Fit underbelly panel.See CHASSIS AND
BODY, Repair.
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