1999 LAND ROVER DEFENDER maintenance

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MAINTENANCE PROPELLER SHAFTS
1.Clean area around front universal joint grease
nipple.
2.Apply recommended grease to the grease
nipple.See LUBRICANTS, FLUIDS AND
CAPACITIES, Information.CLUTCH PIPES AND UNIONS
Check
1.Check route of clutch pipe from master cylinder
to slave cylinder. Ensure that pipe is correctly
retained and shows no signs of fluid leakage or
chafing.
2.Check unions for signs of fluid leakage.
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MAINTENANCE PAS PIPES AND UNIONS
Check
1.Check PAS pipes for correct, secure routing and
signs of chafing.
2.Check for signs of fluid leakage from PAS pump,
hoses, and hose unions.ENGINE, GEARBOX, TRANSFER BOX AND AXLES
Check
1.Check for oil leaks from engine, gearbox, tansfer
box, and front and rear axles. Pay particular
attention to areas around oil seals.
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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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MAINTENANCE STEERING BALL JOINTS
1.Check for wear in joints by moving ball joint up
and down vigorously. If free movement is
apparent, fit a new joint assembly.
2.Check condition of steering ball joints paying
particular attention to dust covers.
NOTE: Any requirement to replace the
steering ball joints should be advised to
the customer as this will incur additional
labour and/or material cost and should not be
carried out without the authorisation of the
customer.
NOTE: Ball joints are lubricated for life
during manufacture and require no further
lubrication unless the rubber boot has
been dislodged or damaged. All joints should be
checked at specified service intervals, but more
frequently if vehicle is used under arduous
conditions.
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MAINTENANCE SHOCK ABSORBERS
1.Check for signs of leakage from suspension
dampers.
2.Check for signs of suspension damper damage.TOWING BRACKET
1.Check security of towing bracket.
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MAINTENANCE ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION MOUNTINGS
1.Check condition of front LH engine mounting.
Tighten fixings if necessary.See ENGINE ,
Repair.
2.Check condition of front RH engine mounting.
Tighten fixings if necessary.See ENGINE ,
Repair.
3.Check condition of rear LH gearbox mounting.
Tighten fixings if necessary.See ENGINE ,
Repair.
4.Check condition of rear RH gearbox mounting.
Tighten fixings if necessary.See ENGINE ,
Repair.ROAD TEST
There are two purposes for conducting a road test.
Firstly, to ensure the work completed within the
dealership meets the standards required as layed
down by dealership processes. Secondly, for a skilled
technician to assess the general condition of the
vehicle and report any conditions that the customer
should be made aware of.
CAUTION: Two wheel roller tests must not
be carried out. Four wheel roller tests
must be restricted to 3 mph (5 kph).
1.Check for correct operation of starter switch.
Ensure the engine starts in a correct manner.
Leave the engine running.
2.With vehicle stationary, turn steering from lock to
lock. Check for smooth operation and ensure
there is no undue noise from the power steering
pump or drive belt.
3.Depress clutch and select all gears in turn.
Check for smooth notch free engagement.
4.Drive vehicle on a short road test. Check all
vehicle systems for correct operation. Pay
particular attention to:
Engine noise
Gearbox noise
Suspension noise
Body noise
Braking system operation
Gear selection
Engine performance
5.Check for correct operation of all instruments
and warning devices where practical.
6.After road test, carry out a final inspection of the
vehicle on vehicle ramps.
7.Check all underbonnet fluid levels and top-up if
necessary.
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MAINTENANCE ENDORSE SERVICE RECORD
1.Insert date and mileage of next service.
2.Insert current mileage.
3.Tick one of the boxes on the brake fluid
replacement indicator.
4.Endorse service record with dealer stamp.
5.Sign and date the service record.
6.Sign and date the maintenance check sheet.REPORT ANY UNUSUAL FEATURES
1.Produce a written report detailing additional work
necessary, or items which may require attention
prior to the next service.
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REPAIR
12.Remove 13 screws securing tunnel cover.
13.Release and remove tunnel cover.
14.Remove cooling fan.See COOLING SYSTEM,
Repair.
15.Remove air filter.See FUEL SYSTEM, Repair.
16.Remove 2 upper bolts securing clutch housing to
engine.
17.Remove bolt securing shim to clutch housing.
18.Release gearbox breather pipes from clips on
heater hose.
19.Remove starter motor.See ELECTRICAL,
Repair.
20.Remove exhaust front pipe.See MANIFOLD
AND EXHAUST SYSTEM, Repair.
21.Drain gearbox oil.See Adjustment.
22.Drain transfer gearbox oil.See
MAINTENANCE ,
23.Remove 3 nuts securing intermediate silencer to
tail pipe.
24.Release silencer from mounting rubbers, remove
silencer and discard gasket.
25.Mark front and rear propeller shaft to transfer
gearbox flanges for reassembly purposes.
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