2002 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY fuel

EMISSION CONTROL - V8
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 17-2-3
Evaporative emission system
component layout
1Purge valve
2Service port
3Snorkel tube (UK / ROW only)
4CVS unit (NAS vehicles with vacuum type leak
detection only)
5EVAP canister breather tube
6Vent pipe – fuel tank to EVAP canister
7Relief valve regulated flow
8Relief valve (UK / ROW only)
9Relief valve free flow
10Fuel filler cap
11Liquid vapour separator (UK / ROW type
shown)12Fuel filler hose (UK / ROW type shown)
13Tank breather hose (UK / ROW only)
14Vent hose
15Roll over valves (ROV's) – (4 off, UK / ROW
spec. shown)
16Fuel tank and breather assembly
17EVAP canister
18Purge line connection to engine manifold
19Tank EVAP system pressure sensor (NAS
vehicles with vacuum type leak detection only)
M17 0209
4
3
1
6
5
16
10
8
13
17
9
7
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18
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EMISSION CONTROL - V8
17-2-4 DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
Evaporative emission system (with
positive pressure leak detection)
component layout (NAS only)
1Purge valve
2Service port
3Air filter canister
4EVAP canister breather tube
5Leak detection pump
6EVAP canister
7Vent pipe – fuel tank to EVAP canister
8Liquid vapour separator (metal)9Fuel filler cap
10Fuel filler
11Fuel tank breather assembly
12Vent hose
13Roll over valves (inside fuel tank)
14Fuel tank
15Purge line connection to engine manifold
M17 0208
3
1
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4
14
11
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8
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EMISSION CONTROL - V8
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 17-2-5
Evaporative emission system control
diagram
1Battery
2Fuse 13 (engine compartment fusebox)
3Inertia switch
4Main relay (engine compartment fusebox)
5Engine Control Module (ECM)
6Purge Valve (black harness connector)
7Canister vent solenoid (CVS) valve – NAS
vehicles with vacuum type EVAP system leak
detection capability only8Leak detection pump – NAS vehicles with
positive pressure type EVAP system leak
detection capability only
9Fuel tank pressure sensor – NAS vehicles with
vacuum type EVAP system leak detection
capability only
10Instrument pack (MIL warning light)
M17 0210
12
3
4
5
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8
10

EMISSION CONTROL - V8
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 17-2-9
Emission Control Systems
Engine design has evolved in order to minimise the emission of harmful by-products. Emission control systems are
fitted to Land Rover vehicles which are designed to maintain the emission levels within the legal limits pertaining for
the specified market.
Despite the utilisation of specialised emission control equipment, it is still necessary to ensure that the engine is
correctly maintained and is in good mechanical order so that it operates at its optimal condition. In particular, ignition
timing has an effect on the production of HC and NO
x emissions, with the harmful emissions rising as the ignition
timing is advanced.
CAUTION: In many countries it is against the law for a vehicle owner or an unauthorised dealer to modify or
tamper with emission control equipment. In some cases, the vehicle owner and/or the dealer may even be
liable for prosecution.
The engine management ECM is fundamental for controlling the emission control systems. In addition to controlling
normal operation, the system complies with On Board Diagnostic (OBD) system strategies. The system monitors and
reports on faults detected with ignition, fuelling and exhaust systems which cause an excessive increase in tailpipe
emissions. This includes component failures, engine misfire, catalyst damage, catalyst efficiency, fuel evaporative
loss and exhaust leaks.
When an emission relevant fault is determined, the fault condition is stored in the ECM memory. For NAS vehicles,
the MIL warning light on the instrument pack will be illuminated when the fault is confirmed. Confirmation of a fault
condition occurs if the fault is still found to be present during the driving cycle subsequent to the one when the fault
was first detected.

+ ENGINE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - V8, DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION, Description - engine
management.
The following types of supplementary control system are used to reduce harmful emissions released into the
atmosphere from the vehicle:
1Crankcase emission control – also known as blow-by gas emissions from the engine crankcase.
2Exhaust emission control – to limit the undesirable by-products of combustion.
3Fuel vapour evaporative loss control – to restrict the emission of fuel through evaporation from the fuel
system.
4Fuel leak detection system (NAS only) – there are two types of system which may be used to check the
evaporative emission system for the presence of leaks from the fuel tank to purge valve.
aVacuum leak detection test – checks for leaks down to 1 mm (0.04 in.) in diameter.
bPositive pressure leak detection test – utilises a leak detection pump to check for leaks down to 0.5 mm (0.02
in.) in diameter.
5Secondary air injection system (NAS only) – to reduce emissions experienced during cold starting.
Crankcase emission control system
The concentration of hydrocarbons in the crankcase of an engine is much greater than that in the vehicle's exhaust
system. In order to prevent the emission of these hydrocarbons into the atmosphere, crankcase emission control
systems are employed and are a standard legal requirement.
The crankcase ventilation system is an integral part of the air supply to the engine combustion chambers and it is
often overlooked when diagnosing problems associated with engine performance. A blocked ventilation pipe or filter
or excessive air leak into the inlet system through a damaged pipe or a leaking gasket can affect the air:fuel mixture,
performance and efficiency of the engine. Periodically check the ventilation hoses are not cracked and that they are
securely fitted to form airtight connections at their relevant ports.
The purpose of the crankcase ventilation system is to ensure that any noxious gas generated in the engine crankcase
is rendered harmless by complete burning of the fuel in the combustion chamber. Burning the crankcase vapours in
a controlled manner decreases the HC pollutants that could be emitted and helps to prevent the development of
sludge in the engine oil as well as increasing fuel economy.

EMISSION CONTROL - V8
17-2-10 DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
A spiral oil separator is located in the stub pipe to the ventilation hose on the right hand cylinder head rocker cover,
where oil is separated and returned to the cylinder head. The rubber ventilation hose from the right hand rocker cover
is routed to a port on the right hand side of the inlet manifold plenum chamber where the returned gases mix with the
fresh inlet air passing through the throttle butterfly valve. The stub pipe on the left hand rocker cover does not contain
an oil separator, and the ventilation hose is routed to the throttle body housing at the air inlet side of the butterfly valve.
The ventilation hoses are attached to the stub pipe by metal band clamps.
Exhaust emission control system
The fuel injection system provides accurately metered quantities of fuel to the combustion chambers to ensure the
most efficient air to fuel ratio under all operating conditions. A further improvement to combustion is made by
measuring the oxygen content of the exhaust gases to enable the quantity of fuel injected to be varied in accordance
with the prevailing engine operation and ambient conditions; any unsatisfactory composition of the exhaust gas is
then corrected by adjustments made to the fuelling by the ECM.
The main components of the exhaust emission system are two catalytic converters which are an integral part of the
front exhaust pipe assembly. The catalytic converters are included in the system to reduce the emission to
atmosphere of carbon monoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen (NO
x) and hydrocarbons (HC). The active constituents of
the catalytic converters are platinum (Pt), palladium (PD) and rhodium (Rh). Catalytic converters for NAS low
emission vehicles (LEVs) from 2000MY have active constituents of palladium and rhodium only. The correct
functioning of the converters is dependent upon close control of the oxygen concentration in the exhaust gas entering
the catalyst.
The two catalytic converters are shaped differently to allow sufficient clearance between the body and transmission,
but they remain functionally identical since they have the same volume and use the same active constituents.
The basic control loop comprises the engine (controlled system), the heated oxygen sensors (measuring elements),
the engine management ECM (control) and the injectors and ignition (actuators). Other factors also influence the
calculations of the ECM, such as air flow, air intake temperature and throttle position. Additionally, special driving
conditions are compensated for, such as starting, acceleration, deceleration, overrun and full load.
The reliability of the ignition system is critical for efficient catalytic converter operation, since misfiring will lead to
irreparable damage of the catalytic converter due to the overheating that occurs when unburned combustion gases
are burnt inside it.
CAUTION: If the engine is misfiring, it should be shut down immediately and the cause rectified. Failure to do
so will result in irreparable damage to the catalytic converter.
CAUTION: Ensure the exhaust system is free from leaks. Exhaust gas leaks upstream of the catalytic
converter could cause internal damage to the catalytic converter.
CAUTION: Serious damage to the engine may occur if a lower octane number fuel than recommended is used.
Serious damage to the catalytic converter and oxygen sensors will occur if leaded fuel is used.
Air : fuel ratio
The theoretical ideal air:fuel ratio to ensure complete combustion and minimise emissions in a spark-ignition engine
is 14.7:1 and is referred to as the stoichiometric ratio.
The excess air factor is denoted by the Lambda symbol
λ, and is used to indicate how far the air:fuel mixture ratio
deviates from the theoretical optimum during any particular operating condition.
lWhen
λ = 1, the air to fuel ratio corresponds to the theoretical optimum of 14.7:1 and is the desired condition for
minimising emissions.
lWhen
λ > 1, (i.e. λ = 1.05 to λ = 1.3) there is excess air available (lean mixture) and lower fuel consumption can
be attained at the cost of reduced performance. For mixtures above
λ = 1.3, the mixture ceases to be ignitable.
lWhen
λ < 1, (i.e. λ = 0.85 to λ = 0.95) there is an air deficiency (rich mixture) and maximum output is available,
but fuel economy is impaired.
The engine management system used with V8 engines operates in a narrower control range about the stoichiometric
ideal between
λ = 0.97 to 1.03 using closed-loop control techniques. When the engine is warmed up and operating
under normal conditions, it is essential to maintain
λ close to the ideal (λ = 1) to ensure the effective treatment of
exhaust gases by the three-way catalytic converters installed in the downpipes from each exhaust manifold.

EMISSION CONTROL - V8
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 17-2-11
Changes in the oxygen content has subsequent effects on the levels of exhaust emissions experienced. The levels
of hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide produced around the stoichiometric ideal control range are minimised, but
peak emission of oxides of nitrogen are experienced around the same range.
Fuel metering
For a satisfactory combustion process, precise fuel injection quantity, timing and dispersion must be ensured. If the
air:fuel mixture in the combustion chamber is not thoroughly atomized and dispersed during the combustion stroke,
some of the fuel may remain unburnt which will lead to high HC emissions.
Ignition timing
The ignition timing can be changed to minimise exhaust emissions and fuel consumption in response to changes due
to the excess air factor. As the excess air factor increases, the optimum ignition angle is advanced to compensate for
delays in flame propagation.
Exhaust emission control components
The exhaust emission control components are described below:
Catalytic converter
1Exhaust gas from manifold
2Cleaned exhaust gas to tail pipe
3Catalytic converter outer case41st ceramic brick
52nd ceramic brick
6Honeycomb structure
The catalytic converters are located in each of the front pipes from the exhaust manifolds.

EMISSION CONTROL - V8
17-2-12 DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
The catalytic converter's housings are fabricated from stainless steel and are fully welded at all joints. Each catalytic
converter contains two elements comprising of an extruded ceramic substrate which is formed into a honeycomb of
small cells with a density of 62 cells / cm
2. The ceramic element is coated with a special surface treatment called
'washcoat' which increases the surface area of the catalyst element by approximately 7000 times. A coating is applied
to the washcoat which contains the precious elements Platinum, Palladium and Rhodium in the following relative
concentrations: 1 Pt : 21.6 PD : 1 Rh
Catalytic converters for NAS low emission vehicles (LEVs) from 2000MY have active constituents of
palladium and rhodium only. The active constituents are 14PD: 1Rh and the palladium coating is used to
oxidise the carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons in the exhaust gas.
The metallic coating of platinum and palladium oxidize the carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons and convert them into
water (H
2O) and carbon dioxide (CO2). The coating of rhodium removes the oxygen from nitrogen oxide (NOx) and
converts it into nitrogen (N
2).
CAUTION: Catalytic converters contain ceramic material, which is very fragile. Avoid heavy impacts on the
converter casing.
Downstream of the catalytic converters, the exhaust front pipes merge into a single pipe terminating at a flange joint
which connects to the exhaust intermediate pipe.
WARNING: To prevent personal injury from a hot exhaust system, do not attempt to disconnect any
components until the exhaust system has cooled down.
CAUTION: Serious damage to the catalytic converter will occur if leaded fuel is used. The fuel tank filler neck
is designed to accommodate only unleaded fuel pump nozzles.
CAUTION: Serious damage to the engine may occur if a lower octane number fuel than recommended is used.
Serious damage to the catalytic converter will occur if leaded fuel is used.
Heated oxygen sensor
1Connection cable
2Disc spring
3Ceramic support tube
4Protective sleeve
5Clamp connection for heating element
6Heating element
7Contact element8Sensor housing
9Active sensor ceramic
10Protective tube
11Post-catalytic converter sensor (NAS spec.
only)
12Pre-catalytic converter sensor

EMISSION CONTROL - V8
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 17-2-13
The heated oxygen sensor is an integral part of the exhaust emission control system and is used in conjunction with
the catalytic converters and the engine management control unit to ensure that the air:fuel mixture ratio stays around
the stoichiometric point of
λ = 1, where the catalytic converters are most effective. Combinations of four (NAS only)
or two heated lambda sensors are used in the exhaust system dependent on market legislation.
The heated oxygen sensor is screwed into threaded mountings welded into the top of the front exhaust pipes at
suitable locations. They are used to detect the level of residual oxygen in the exhaust gas to provide an instantaneous
indication of whether combustion is complete. By positioning sensors in the stream of exhaust gases from each
separate bank of the exhaust manifold, the engine management system is better able to control the fuelling
requirements on each bank independently of the other, so allowing much closer control of the air:fuel ratio and
optimising catalytic converter efficiency.
Two pre-catalytic converter heated oxygen sensors are mounted in the front pipes for monitoring the oxygen content
of the exhaust gas. NAS models also have two additional post-catalytic converter heated oxygen sensors in the
exhaust front pipe.
CAUTION: HO2 sensors are easily damaged by dropping, over torquing, excessive heat or contamination.
Care must be taken not to damage the sensor housing or tip.
The oxygen sensors consist of a ceramic body (Galvanic cell) which is a practically pure oxygen-ion conductor made
from a mixed oxide of zirconium and yttrium. The ceramic is then coated with gas-permeable platinum, which when
heated to a sufficiently high temperature (
≥ 350° C) generates a voltage which is proportional to the oxygen content
in the exhaust gas stream.
The heated oxygen sensor is protected by an outer tube with a restricted flow opening to prevent the sensor's
ceramics from being cooled by low temperature exhaust gases at start up. The post-catalytic sensors have improved
signal quality, but a slower response rate.
The pre-catalytic and post-catalytic converter sensors are not interchangeable, and although it is possible to mount
them in transposed positions, their harness connections are of different gender and colour. It is important not to
confuse the sensor signal pins; the signal pins are gold plated, whilst the heater supply pins are tinned,
mixing them up will cause contamination and adversely affect system performance.
Each of the heated oxygen sensors have a four pin connector with the following wiring details:
lSensor signal ground (grey wire – connects to engine management ECM)
lSensor signal (black wire – connects to engine management ECM)
lHeater drive (white wire – connects to engine management ECM)
lHeater supply (white wire – connects to fuse 2, underbonnet fuse box)
The ECM connector pins for exhaust emission control are listed in the following table:
ECM Connector 2 (C635) pin-out details for exhaust emission control system
Pin Number Function Signal Type Control
2-01 Post-cat sensor heater (RH) - NAS only Output, Drive PWM, 12 - 0V
2-07 Post-cat sensor heater (LH) - NAS only Output, Drive PWM, 12 - 0V
2-08 Post-cat sensor (RH) - NAS only Ground, Signal 0V
2-09 Pre-cat sensor (LH) Ground, Signal 0V
2-10 Pre-cat sensor (RH) Ground, Signal 0V
2-11 Post-cat sensor (LH) - NAS only Ground, Signal 0V
2-13 Pre-cat sensor heater (RH) Output, Drive PWM, 12 - 0V
2-14 Post-cat sensor (RH) - NAS only Input, Signal Analogue, 0 - 1V
2-15 Pre-cat sensor (LH) Input, Signal Analogue, 0 - 1V
2-16 Pre-cat sensor (RH) Input, Signal Analogue, 0 - 1V
2-17 Post-cat sensor (LH) - NAS only Input, Signal Analogue, 0 - 1V
2-19 Pre-cat sensor heater (LH) Output, Drive PWM, 12 - 0V