1999 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY tow

GENERAL DATA
04-24
Weights
NOTE: The rear axle load for vehicles with self levelling suspension can be increased to a maximum of 1928 kg (4249
lb) when towing, provided road speed is limited to 60 mph (100 km/h).
NOTE: Axle weights are non additive. The individual maximum weights and gross vehicle weight must not be
exceeded.
kgs lbs
Unladen weight:
⇒ V8 models 2095 - 2235 4619 - 4928
⇒ Td5 model 2150 - 2280 4740 - 5027
Max.GVW:
⇒ All 5 seat vehicles (coil springs) 2750 6063
⇒ All 7 seat Diesel engine vehicles (coil springs) 2880 6347
⇒ All 7 seat Petrol engine vehicles (coil springs) 2825 6215
⇒ V8 models with self levelling suspension 2825 6228
⇒ Td5 models with self levelling suspension 2880 6349
Max. front axle load 1200 2646
Max. rear axle load:
⇒ With coil springs 1720 3792
⇒ With self levelling suspension 1800 3968

LIFTING AND TOWING
08-1
LIFTING AND TOWING
LIFTING
The following instructions must be carried out before
raising the vehicle off the ground.
lUse a solid level ground surface.
lApply hand brake.
lSelect 'P' (Automatic gearbox) or 1st gear
(Manual gearbox) in main gearbox.
lSelect Low range in transfer gearbox.
To avoid damage occurring to the under body
components of the vehicle the following jacking
procedures must be adhered to.
DO NOT POSITION JACKS OR AXLE STANDS
UNDER THE FOLLOWING COMPONENTS:
lBody structure
lBumpers
lFuel lines
lBrake lines
lFront radius arms
lPanhard rod
lSteering linkage
lRear trailing arms
lFuel tank
lEngine sump
lGearbox bell housing
Vehicle jack
The jack provided with the vehicle is only intended for
use in an emergency, for changing a tyre. DO NOT
use the jack for any other purpose. Refer to Owner's
Handbook for vehicle jack location points and
procedure. Never work under a vehicle supported
solely by the vehicle jack.
Hydraulic jack
A hydraulic jack with a minimum 1500 kg, 3,300 lbs
load capacity must be used. Do not commence
work on the underside of the vehicle until
suitable axle stands have been positioned under
the axle.
WARNING: Always chock the wheels when
jacking. The hand brake acts on the
transmission, not the rear wheels, and may be
ineffective when the wheels are off the ground.Raising and supporting the vehicle
Position cup of hydraulic arm under differential
casing (1).The differential casing is not central to
the axle. Care should be taken when raising the
front road wheels off the ground as the rear axle
has less sway stiffness.
Raise vehicle to enable an axle stand to be installed
under left hand axle tube (2).
Position an axle stand under right hand axle tube (4).
Carefully lower jack until vehicle sits securely on both
axle stands, remove jack.
Alternatively, the axle stands can be positioned
under the chassis longitudinals at the front and/or
rear of the vehicle.

LIFTING AND TOWING
08-2
Before commencing work on underside of vehicle re-
check security of vehicle on stands.
WARNING: Always chock the wheels when
jacking. The hand brake acts on the the
transmission, not the rear wheels, and may be
ineffective when the wheels are off the ground.
Reverse procedure when removing vehicle from
stands.
Hydraulic ramps
Use only a 'drive on' type ramp which supports a
vehicle by it's own road wheels. If a 'wheel free'
condition is required, use a 'drive on' ramp
incorporating a 'wheel free' system that supports
under axle casings. Alternatively, place vehicle on a
firm, flat floor and support on axle stands.
TOWING
Towing
The vehicle has permanent four wheel drive. The
following towing instructions must be adhered
to:
Towing on 4 wheels with driver
Turn ignition key to position '1' to release steering
lock.
Select neutral in main gearbox and transfer gearbox.
Secure tow rope, chain or cable to towing eye.
Release the handbrake.
The brake servo and power assisted steering
system will not be functional without the engine
running. Greater pedal pressure will be required
to apply the brakes, the steering system will
require greater effort to turn the front road
wheels. The vehicle tow connection should be
used only in normal road conditions, 'snatch'
recovery should be avoided.
Suspended tow
To prevent vehicle damage, front or rear
propeller shaft MUST BE removed, dependent
upon which axle is being trailed.
Mark propeller shaft drive flanges at transfer box and
axles with identification lines to enable the propeller
shaft to be refitted in its original position.

LIFTING AND TOWING
08-3
Remove the propeller shaft fixings, remove the shaft
from the vehicle.
If the front axle is to be trailed turn ignition key to
position '1' to release steering lock.
The steering wheel and/or linkage must be
secured in a straight ahead position. DO NOT use
the steering lock mechanism for this purpose.
Towing eyes
The towing eyes at the front and rear of the vehicle
are designed for vehicle recovery purposes only and
must NOT be used to tow a trailer or caravan.
Front:A single towing eye, set behind a removable
panel in the front spoiler. DO NOT use the front
lashing rings for towing.Rear: A pair of towing eyes at the rear of the vehicle
can be used as lashing rings and for towing another
light vehicle.

LIFTING AND TOWING
08-4
TRANSPORTING
Transporting by trailer
Front lashing eyes
Rear lashing eyesLashing eyes are provided on the chassis
longitudinals, at the front (behind the front wheels)
and at the rear (behind the rear wheels).
DO NOT secure lashing hooks or trailer fixings to
any other part of the vehicle.
Position the vehicle on the trailer and apply the
handbrake. Select neutral in the manual gearbox ('N'
on automatic gearbox). Selecting 'N' will prevent
damage to the parking pawl in the automatic
gearbox.

MAINTENANCE
PROCEDURES 10-29
Towing bracket
Check
1.Check security of towing bracket.

ENGINE - V8
12-2-32 REPAIRS
9.Fit alignment tool LRT-12-001 to spigot
bearing in crankshaft.
10.Fit drive plate onto tool LRT-12-001 ensure
side marked 'flywheel side' is towards flywheel.
11.Fit clutch cover and locate on dowels.
12.Fit clutch cover bolts and tighten in diagonal
sequence to 40 Nm (30 lbf.ft).
13.Fit gearbox assembly.

+ MANUAL GEARBOX - R380,
REPAIRS, Gearbox - V8.
Plate - drive - automatic
$% 12.53.13
Remove
Note: Later engines are fitted with a modified
starter ring gear which incorporates the reluctor
plate, spacer and hub. The modified ring gear
may be fitted as a replacement to early
engines.
1.Remove automatic gearbox.

+ AUTOMATIC GEARBOX - ZF4HP22
- 24, REPAIRS, Gearbox - convertor and
transfer gearbox - V8.
2.Remove 2 bolts securing CKP sensor cover.
3.Remove CKP sensor cover.
4.Remove 2 nuts securing CKP sensor.
5.Remove CKP sensor.

ENGINE - V8
12-2-40 REPAIRS
6.Remove 2 bolts securing radiator LH and RH
upper mounting brackets to body panel and
remove brackets.
7.Remove 4 screws securing air conditioning
condenser LH and RH upper mounting
brackets to condenser.
8.Remove condenser upper mounting brackets
with rubber mounts from radiator extension
brackets.
9.Remove 2 bolts securing LH and RH extension
brackets to radiator and remove brackets.
10.Position absorbent cloth under each oil cooler
hose connection to collect oil spillage. 11.Push against coupling release rings and
disconnect both hoses from oil cooler.
CAUTION: Always fit plugs to open
connections to prevent contamination.
12.Remove screw securing oil cooler to radiator.
13.Release cooler from its location on radiator.
14.Release radiator lower mountings from
location in chassis and carefully move radiator
towards engine sufficiently only to release
engine oil cooler from radiator.
15.Remove engine oil cooler.
Refit
1.Fit engine oil cooler to radiator, engage in
location and secure with screw.
2.Fit radiator to location in chassis.
3.Ensure connections are clean, then secure
hoses to oil cooler.
4.Fit extension brackets to radiator and secure
with bolts.
5.Fit brackets with rubber mounts to extension
brackets and secure to air conditioning
condenser with screws.
6.Fit radiator upper mounting brackets and
secure to body with bolts.
7.Fit LH horn and secure with nut.
8.Fit LH and RH air deflectors to front panel and
secure with scrivets.
9.Fit front grille.

+ EXTERIOR FITTINGS, REPAIRS,
Grille - front - up to 03MY..
10.Fit cooling fan cowl and secure with fixings.
11.Fit battery cover and secure with fixings.
12.Top up engine oil.