1999 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY oil type

GENERAL INFORMATION
03-3
Environmental Precautions
General
This section provides general information which can
help to reduce the environmental impacts from the
activities carried out in workshops.
Emissions to air
Many of the activities that are carried out in
workshops emit gases and fumes which contribute to
global warming, depletion of the ozone layer and/or
the formation of photochemical smog at ground
level. By considering how the workshop activities are
carried out, these gases and fumes can be
minimised, thus reducing the impact on the
environment.
Exhaust fumes
Running car engines is an essential part of workshop
activities and exhaust fumes need to be ventilated to
atmosphere. However, the amount of time engines
are running and the position of the vehicle should be
carefully considered at all times, to reduce the
release of poisonous gases and minimise the
inconvenience to people living nearby.
Solvents
Some of the cleaning agents used are solvent based
and will evaporate to atmosphere if used carelessly,
or if cans are left unsealed. All solvent containers
should be firmly closed when not needed and
solvent should be used sparingly. Suitable
alternative materials may be available to replace
some of the commonly used solvents. Similarly,
many paints are solvent based and the spray should
be minimised to reduce solvent emissions.
Refrigerant
It is illegal to release any refrigerants into the
atmosphere. Discharge and replacement of these
materials from air conditioning units should only be
carried out using the correct equipment.
Checklist
Always adhere to the following.
Engines:
ldon't leave engines running unnecessarily;
lminimise testing times and check where the
exhaust fumes are being blown.
Materials:
lkeep lids on containers of solvents;
lonly use the minimum quantity;
lconsider alternative materials;
lminimise over-spray when painting. Gases:
luse the correct equipment for collecting
refrigerants;
ldon't burn rubbish on site.
Discharges to water
Most sites will have two systems for discharging
water: storm drains and foul drains. Storm drains
should only receive clean water, foul drains will take
dirty water.
The foul drain will accept many of the normal waste
waters such as washing water, detergents and
domestic type wastes, but oil, petrol, solvent, acids,
hydraulic oil, antifreeze and other such substances
should never be poured down the drain. If in any
doubt speak to the Water Company first.
Every precaution must be taken to prevent spillage of
oil, fuel, solvents etc. reaching the drains. All
handling of such materials must take place well away
from the drains and preferably in an area with a kerb
or wall around it, to prevent discharge into the drain.
If a spillage occurs it should be soaked up
immediately. Having a spill kit available will make
this easier.
Additional precautions
Check whether the surface water drains are
connected to an oil water separator, this could
reduce the pollution if an incident was to occur. Oil
water separators do need regular maintenance to
ensure effectiveness.
Checklist
Always adhere to the following.
Disposal:
lnever pour anything down a drain without first
checking that it is environmentally safe to do so,
and that it does not contravene any local
regulations or bye-laws;
l have oil traps emptied regularly.
Spillage prevention:
lstore liquids in a walled area;
lmake sure that taps on liquid containers are
secure and cannot be accidentally turned on;
lprotect bulk storage tanks from vandalism by
locking the valves;
ltransfer liquids from one container to another in
an area away from open drains;
lensure lids are replaced securely on containers;
lhave spill kits available near to points of storage
and handling of liquids.

GENERAL INFORMATION
03-5
Checklist
Always adhere to the following.
Electricity and heating:
lkeep doors and windows closed in the winter;
lswitch off machinery or lights when not needed;
luse energy efficient heating systems;
lswitch off computers and photocopiers when
not needed.
Fuel:
ldon't run engines unnecessarily;
lthink about whether journeys are necessary and
drive to conserve fuel.
Water:
ldon't leave taps and hose pipes running;
lmend leaks quickly, don't be wasteful.
Compressed air:
ldon't leave valves open;
lmend leaks quickly;
ldon't leave the compressor running when not
needed.
Use of environmentally damaging materials:
lcheck whether a less toxic material is available.
Handling and storage of materials:
lhave the correct facilities available for handling
liquids to prevent spillage and wastage as listed
above;
lprovide suitable locations for storage to prevent
frost damage or other deterioration.
Waste Management
One of the major ways that pollution can be reduced
is by the careful handling, storage and disposal of all
waste materials that occur on sites. Legislation
makes it illegal to dispose of waste materials other
than to licensed waste carriers and disposal sites.
This means that it is necessary to not only know what
the waste materials are, but also to have the
necessary documentation and licenses.
Handling and storage of waste
Ensure that waste materials are not poured down the
drain or onto soils. They should be stored in such a
way as to prevent the escape of the material to land,
water or air.
They must also be segregated into different types of
waste e.g. oil, metals, batteries, used vehicle
components. This will prevent any reaction between
different materials and assist in disposal.Disposal of waste
Disposal of waste materials must only be to waste
carriers who are licensed to carry those particular
waste materials and all the necessary
documentation must be completed. The waste
carrier is responsible for ensuring that the waste is
taken to the correct disposal sites.
Dispose of waste in accordance with the following
guidelines.
lFuel, hydraulic fluid, anti-freeze and oil: keep
separate and dispose of to specialist contractor.
lRefrigerant: collect in specialist equipment and
reuse.
lDetergents: safe to pour down the foul drain if
diluted.
lPaint, thinners: keep separate and dispose of
to specialist contractor.
lComponents: send back to supplier for
refurbishment, or disassemble and reuse any
suitable parts. Dispose of the remainder in
ordinary waste.
lSmall parts: reuse any suitable parts, dispose
of the remainder in ordinary waste.
lMetals: can be sold if kept separate from
general waste.
lTyres: keep separate and dispose of to
specialist contractor.
lPackaging: compact as much as possible and
dispose of in ordinary waste.
lAsbestos-containing: keep separate and
dispose of to specialist contractor.
lOily and fuel wastes (e.g. rags, used spill kit
material): keep separate and dispose of to
specialist contractor.
lAir filters: keep separate and dispose of to
specialist contractor.
lRubber/plastics: dispose of in ordinary waste.
lHoses: dispose of in ordinary waste.
lBatteries: keep separate and dispose of to
specialist contractor.
lAirbags - explosives: keep separate and
dispose of to specialist contractor.
lElectrical components: send back to supplier
for refurbishment, or disassemble and reuse
any suitable parts. Dispose of the remainder in
ordinary waste.
lElectronic components: send back to supplier
for refurbishment, or disassemble and reuse
any suitable parts. Dispose of the remainder in
ordinary waste.
lCatalysts: can be sold if kept separate from
general waste
lUsed spill-absorbing material: keep separate
and dispose of to specialist contractor.
lOffice waste: recycle paper and toner and ink
cartridges, dispose of the remainder in ordinary
waste.

GENERAL INFORMATION
03-6
General Fitting Instructions
Component removal
Whenever possible, clean components and
surrounding area before removal.
lBlank off openings exposed by component
removal.
lImmediately seal fuel, oil or hydraulic lines when
apertures are exposed; use plastic caps or
plugs to prevent loss of fluid and ingress of dirt.
lClose the open ends of oilways exposed by
component removal with tapered hardwood
plugs or conspicuous plastic plugs.
lImmediately a component is removed, place it in
a suitable container; use a separate container
for each component and its associated parts.
lClean bench and provide marking materials,
labels and containers before dismantling a
component.
Dismantling
Observe scrupulous cleanliness when dismantling
components, particularly when brake, fuel or
hydraulic system parts are being worked on. A
particle of dirt or a cloth fragment could cause a
serious malfunction if trapped in these systems.
lBlow out all tapped holes, crevices, oilways and
fluid passages with an air line. Ensure that any
'O' rings used for sealing are correctly replaced
or renewed, if disturbed during the process.
lUse marking ink to identify mating parts and
ensure correct reassembly. Do not use a centre
punch or scriber to mark parts, they could
initiate cracks or distortion in marked
components.
lWire together mating parts where necessary to
prevent accidental interchange (e.g. roller
bearing components).
lWire labels on to all parts which are to be
renewed, and to parts requiring further
inspection before being passed for reassembly;
place these parts in separate containers from
those containing parts for rebuild.
lDo not discard a part due for renewal until after
comparing it with a new part, to ensure that its
correct replacement has been obtained.Cleaning components
Always use the recommended cleaning agent or
equivalent. Ensure that adequate ventilation is
provided when volatile degreasing agents are being
used. Do not use degreasing equipment for
components containing items which could be
damaged by the use of this process.
General inspection
All components should be inspected for wear or
damage before being reassembled.
lNever inspect a component for wear or
dimensional check unless it is absolutely clean;
a slight smear of grease can conceal an
incipient failure.
lWhen a component is to be checked
dimensionally against recommended values,
use the appropriate measuring equipment
(surface plates, micrometers, dial gauges etc.).
Ensure the measuring equipment is calibrated
and in good serviceable condition.
lReject a component if its dimensions are
outside the specified tolerances, or if it appears
to be damaged.
lA part may be refitted if its critical dimension is
exactly to its tolerance limit and it appears to be
in satisfactory condition. Use 'Plastigauge' 12
Type PG-1 for checking bearing surface
clearances.

GENERAL INFORMATION
03-26
Precautions for refrigerant recovery, recycling
and recharging
When the air conditioning system is recharged, any
existing refrigerant is first recovered from the system
and recycled. The system is then charged with the
required weight of refrigerant and volume of
refrigerant oil.
WARNING: Refrigerant must always be recycled
before re-use to ensure that the purity of the
refrigerant is high enough for safe use in the air
conditioning system.
Recycling should always be carried out with
equipment which is design certified by
Underwriter Laboratory Inc. for compliance with
SAE J1991. Other equipment may not recycle
refrigerant to the required level of purity.
A R134a Refrigerant Recovery Recycling
Recharging Station must not be used with any
other type of refrigerant.
Refrigerant R134a from domestic and
commercial sources must not be used in motor
vehicle air conditioning systems.
CAUTION: The system must be evacuated
immediately before recharging commences.
Delay between evacuation and recharging is not
permitted.
Air Conditioning Compressor
Replacement
A new compressor is supplied filled with a full charge
(X cm3) of refrigerant oil.

+ CAPACITIES, FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS
AND SEALANTS, Capacities.A calculated quantity
of oil must be drained from the new compressor
before fitting. To calculate the quantity of oil to be
drained:
1Remove the drain plug from the old
compressor.
2Invert the compressor and gravity drain the oil
into a calibrated measuring cylinder. Rotate the
compressor clutch to ensure the compressor is
completely drained.
3Note the quantity of oil drained (Y cm
3).
4Calculate the quantity of oil to be drained from
the new compressor using the following
formula:
X cm
3 — (Y cm3 + 20 cm3) = Q cm3
5Remove the drain plug from the new
compressor and drain Q cm3 of oil. Fit and
tighten the compressor drain plug.

GENERAL DATA
04-2
Lubrication
Type Wet sump, pressure fed
Pump type Eccentric rotor, crankshaft driven integral with stiffener plate.
Filter type:
⇒ Primary Centrifuge filter
⇒ Secondary Disposable canister with full flow by-pass
Pressure at idle (Cold) 3.0 bar (43.5 lbf.in
2)
Pressure at 3500 rev/min (Hot) 1.5-3.0 bar (21.75-43.5 lbf.in
2)
Relief valve opening pressure 4.0 bar (58 lbf.in
2)
Low oil pressure switch opening pressure 0.2-0.6 bar (3.0-8.8 lbf.in
2)
Crankshaft
Main journal diameter 61.9875-62.0125 mm (2.4404-2.4414 in)
Crankpin journal diameter 53.99-54.01 mm (2.125-2.131 in)
End float 0.020 - 0.250 mm (0.0008 - 0.0098 in)

Main bearings
Quantity 6 (5 main, 1 thrust)

Pistons
Type Graphite compound skirt with combustion chamber in crown
Clearance in cylinder bore.
Measured at bottom of skirt, 90° to gudgeon pin0.172-0.206 mm (0.007-0.008 in)
Diameter
(Measured at right angles to gudgeon pin and 40.0 mm
(1.5 in) from bottom of skirt)84.270-85.254 mm (3.321-3.361 in)
Gudgeon pins Fully floating, offset towards piston thrust side
Piston rings
Type: 2 compression, 1 oil control
⇒ Upper compression ring Barrel edge, chrome plated
⇒ Lower compression ring Taper faced
⇒ Oil control ring Bevelled ring with spring
New ring to groove clearance:
⇒ Upper compression Not measured
⇒ Lower compression 0.050-0.082 mm (0.002-0.003 in)
⇒ Oil control 0.050-0.082 mm (0.002-0.003 in)
Piston ring fitted gap in cylinder bore:
⇒ Upper compression 0.30-0.45 mm (0.0118-0.0177 in)
⇒ Lower compression 0.40-0.60 mm (0.0157-0.0236 in)
⇒ Oil control 0.25-0.40 mm (0.0098-0.0157 in)
Camshaft
Bearings 6
Drive Duplex chain
End float 0.06-0.16 mm (0.002-0.006 in)

Tappets
Type Hydraulic lash adjusters with followers

GENERAL DATA
04-3
Valves
Stem diameter:
⇒ Exhaust 6.905 ± 0.008 mm (0.271 ± 0.0003 in)
⇒ Inlet 6.915 ± 0.008 mm (0.272 ± 0.0003 in)
Head diameter:
⇒ Exhaust 31.7 mm (1.25 in)
⇒ Inlet 34.7 mm (1.37 in)
Seat face angle:
⇒ Exhaust 45°
⇒ Inlet 30°
Valve face angle:
⇒ Exhaust 44° 48' ±12'
⇒ Inlet 29° 48' ±12'

Valve springs
Type Parallel, single coil

GENERAL DATA
04-4
Engine - V8
General
Cylinder arrangement 90° V8, numbered from the front of the engine:
⇒ Left bank cylinders 1, 3, 5 and 7
⇒ Right bank cylinders 2, 4, 6 and 8
Bore 94.00 mm (3.70 in)
Stroke:
⇒ 4.0 litre
⇒ 4.6 litre71.04 mm (2.80 in)
81.92 mm (3.22 in)
Capacity:
⇒ 4.0 litre
⇒ 4.6 litre3950 cm
3 (241 in3)
4554 cm3 (278 in3)
Firing order 1 - 8 - 4 - 3 - 6 - 5 - 7 - 2
Compression ratio:
⇒ Low - 4.0 litre 8.23:1
⇒ High - 4.0 and 4.6 litre 9.35:1
Direction of rotation Clockwise viewed from the front of the engine
Maximum power - 4.0 litre:
⇒ Low compression ratio 132 kW (177 bhp) at 4750 rev/min
⇒ High compression ratio - UK/Japan/ROW 136 kW (182 bhp) at 4750 rev/min
⇒ High compression ratio - NAS 140 kW (187 bhp) at 4750 rev/min
Maximum power - 4.6 litre 162 kW (217 bhp) at 4750 rev/min
Maximum engine speed:
⇒ Continuous5000 rev/min
⇒ Intermittent 5250 rev/min
Weight (fully dressed, wet)
⇒ Manual 194 Kg (435 lb)
⇒ Automatic 179 Kg (402 lb)
Dimensions:
⇒ Length - Manual 767 mm (30.2 in) (Including fan)
⇒ Length - Automatic 777 mm (30.5 in) (Including fan and drive plate)
⇒ Width 652 mm (25.7 in)
⇒ Height 746 mm (29.4 in)
Spark plugs:
⇒ Make/Type - 4.0 litre Champion RC11 PYP B4
⇒ Make/type - 4.6 litre Champion RN11 YCC
⇒ Gap - 4.0 and 4.6 litre 1.00 ± 0.05 mm (0.040 ± 0.002 in) Non-adjustable
Coils:
⇒Make Bosch 0221 503 407
⇒Type Twin coils
Fuel injection system:
⇒Make Bosch Motronic 5.2.1 Type 4146
⇒Type Multiport fuel injection, electronically controlled with electro-
mechanical injectors

GENERAL DATA
04-5
Idle speed:
⇒ All loads off 660 ± 50 rev/min
⇒ Base idle speed Non-adjustable
⇒ Idle air control (IAC) valve position Checked via TestBook
CO at idle:
⇒ Catalyst vehicles 0.5 %
⇒ Non-catalyst vehicles 0.5 - 1.0 %
Valve timing
Inlet valves:
⇒ Opens 28° BTDC
⇒ Closes 77° ABDC
Exhaust valves:
⇒ Opens 66° BBDC
⇒ Closes 39° ATDC
Fuel grade:
⇒ High compression catalyst vehicles 95 RON minimum unleaded
⇒ Low compression catalyst vehicles 91 RON minimum unleaded
⇒Non-catalyst vehicles 97 RON leaded
Lubrication
Type Wet sump, pressure fed
Pump type Crankshaft driven eccentric rotor
Oil filter Disposable canister with full flow by-pass
Pressure at idle - minimum 0.7 bar (10 lbf.in
2)
Pressure at 2000 rev/min (hot) 3.4 bar (50 lbf.in
2)
Relief valve opening pressure 3.4 bar (50 lbf.in
2)
Low oil pressure switch opening pressure 0.24-0.41 bar (3.5-6.0 lbf.in
2)
Crankshaft
Main journal diameter 63.487 - 63.500 mm (2.4995 - 2.520 in)
Crankpin journal diameter 55.500 - 55.513 mm (2.20 - 2.22 in)
End float 0.08 - 0.26 mm (0.003 - 0.010 in)
Maximum ovality 0.040 mm (0.002 in)
Main bearings
Quantity 5
Material Glacier Vandervell / AS 15
Diametrical clearance 0.015 - 0.016 mm (0.00059 - 0.00063 in)
Connecting Rods
Type Horizontally split big-end, plain small end
Distance between centres 155.120 - 155.220 mm (6.1071 - 6.1110 in)
Big-end bearings
Quantity 8
Material Glacier Vandervell GPL 2120/AS 124A
Diametrical clearance 0.015 - 0.016 mm (0.00059 - 0.00063 in)
End float 0.15 - 0.35 mm (0.0006 - 0.0138 in)