Land Rover Defender 02my Owners Handbook 2nd Edition Exp Rover

Vehicle Recovery
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Suspended tow
WARNING
Your vehicle has permanent four wheel drive 
- the propeller shaft MUST be detached from 
the axle to be trailed before towing.
If the front axle is to be trailed, ALWAYS adhere 
to the following precautions:
•Ensure the four bolts securing the front 
propeller shaft to the gearbox are tightly 
secured with the appropriate nuts after 
disconnecting the propeller shaft - 
otherwise serious damage to the gearbox 
may occur.
•Unlock the steering.
•Secure the...

Fuses
141
FusesFUSES
Fuses are simple circuit devices which protect 
electrical equipment against the effects of 
excess current.
A ‘blown’ fuse is indicated when the electrical 
equipment it protects becomes inoperative.
Fuses are colour coded to help identify their 
amperage, as follows:
Fuse colours
MAIN FUSE BOX
The main fuse box is fitted below and to one 
side of the steering column; to access the 
fuses, remove the cover by turning the fixing 
screws fully anti-clockwise.
Checking or renewing a...

Fuses
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A break in the wire inside the fuse indicates that 
the fuse has blown and must be replaced. 
Always replace a fuse with another of the same 
value, however, if the replacement fuse blows 
immediately the circuit MUST be checked by a 
qualified dealer.
NOTE: There are a number of spare fuses 
housed on the underside of the fuse box cover 
(arrowed in illustration).
A label in the fuse box cover shows the circuits 
protected, the fuse values and their locations. 
They are also listed on the...

Fuses
143
Fuse specification
Fuse numberRating (amps)Circuit protected
8 10 Alarm system, ignition
9 15 Wipers & washers - front
10 10 Wipers & washers - rear
11 10
Anti-lock brakes
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12 10 Engine ECU (Td5 engine)
13 10 Brake lights
14 10 Reversing lights, glow plugs
15 5 Headlights (dim dip), ignition, air conditioning, cooling 
fan, instruments, heated rear window, warning lights
16 20 Cigar lighter, heater blower
17 5 Radio
18 10 Side lights - LH, instrument illumination
19 10 Side lights - RH
20 10...

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SECONDARY FUSE BOX
WARNING
Fit only replacement fuses of the same rating 
and type. Always rectify the cause of a failure 
before replacing a fuse. Seek qualified 
assistance if necessary.
The secondary fuse box is located under the 
right hand front seat (see ‘Seat cushion 
removal’, page 21 for access procedure).
Press the catch (arrowed in illustration) to 
release the cover.
Information on the underside of the cover 
identifies the fuses and their ratings. This 
information is also listed...

Bulb Replacement
145
Bulb ReplacementREPLACING BULBS
Check the operation of all exterior lights before 
you drive the vehicle.
Replacement bulbs
NOTE: All bulbs must be rated at 12 voltsHalogen bulbs
Halogen bulbs are used for headlights. Take 
care NOT to touch this type of bulb with your 
fingers; always use a cloth to handle them. If 
necessary, clean the bulb with methylated 
spirits to remove fingerprints.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Before replacing a bulb, always switch off 
the starter switch and...

Bulb Replacement
146
HEADLIGHT UNIT
Light unit removal
To replace the headlight bulb, remove the light 
unit as follows:
•Remove the four screws (1) retaining the 
side and direction indicator lights (2), 
release them forward and disconnect the 
electrical connectors.
•Remove the two screws (3) and withdraw 
the plastic finisher (4).
•Remove the headlight retaining screw (5), 
rotate the headlight clockwise to disengage 
and lift out the headlight.Headlight bulb replacement
Disconnect the electrical...

Bulb Replacement
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SIDE, TAIL, STOP & DIRECTION 
INDICATOR LIGHTS
Remove the two retaining screws and withdraw 
the unit. Twist the lens anti-clockwise to release 
the bulb unit and push and twist the bulb to 
remove.
REVERSE & REAR FOG GUARD LIGHTS
Remove the retaining screws and withdraw the 
lens, then push and twist to release the bulb.
SIDE REPEATER LIGHT
Push the lens firmly to the left and withdraw the 
light unit from the wing. Twist to release the 
bulb holder from the lens unit, then pull the...

Bulb Replacement
148
NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS
There are two bulbs in the number plate light 
unit. To access, remove the securing screw, 
remove the cover and twist to remove the 
appropriate bulb. 
HIGH MOUNTED STOP LIGHT
Remove both retaining screws and the cover 
from the rear of the light unit. Twist the bulb 
holder anti-clockwise to remove. Push and 
twist anti-clockwise to release the bulb.
INTERIOR COURTESY LIGHTS
Insert a small flat-bladed screwdriver into the 
indent on the side of the lens and...

Technical Data
Technical Data
LUBRICANTS AND FLUIDS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  151
CAPACITIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  153
ENGINES  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  154
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  155
STEERING  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  155
WHEELS & TYRES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  156
DIMENSIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  157...