Land Rover Defender 1999 2002my Workshop Supplement Body Repair 3rd Edition Rover Manual

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MAINTENANCE SEATS AND SEAT BELTS
1.Check seat frames are secured to floor and
show no signs of movement.
2.Check operation of seat slide and tilt
mechanisms, ensuring there is no excessive
play between seat cushion and seat back.
3.Check tightness of accessible seat fixings.
4.Fully extract seat belt and allow it to return under
its own recoil mechanism.
5.Check entire length of seat belt webbing for
signs of fraying or damage. Repeat for all belts.
6.Check security of seat belt upper...

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MAINTENANCE WIPERS AND WASHERS
1.Operate screen washer and switch on wipers.
Check washer jets are correctly aimed and
check for smooth smearless operation across
screen of wiper blades at all speeds, including
intermittent.
2.Repeat operation for rear screen
wipers/washers.
3.Check all wiper blades for condition and signs of
splits or damage.
4.Check security of wiper arms.HANDBRAKE
1.With the vehicle stationary, apply handbrake and
check for correct operation.See BRAKES,
Adjustment....

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MAINTENANCE BATTERY CONDITION - Td5
Remove
1.Remove drivers seat base.
2.Release clip securing battery cover.
3.Remove battery cover.
NOTE: The vehicle may be fitted with an
alarm and immobilisation system. To
prevent the alarm from sounding, it is
important that the following procedure is used
when disconnecting the battery.
4.Turn the ignition switch to position’II’, and then
to position’0’.
5.Remove the ignition key.
6.Disconnect the vehicle -ve terminal within 15
seconds.
NOTE: Always...

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MAINTENANCE HANDSET BATTERY
Remove
NOTE: Do not remove a battery until you
are ready to install the replacement.
Always fit a Land Rover STC4080 or a
Panasonic CR2032 replacement battery.
1.Unlock the vehicle and disarm the alarm system.
2.Turn the ignition switch to position’II’, then turn
to position’0’and remove the key.
3.Carefully prise the handset apart, starting from
the keyring end. Avoid damaging the seal
between the two halves of the case.
CAUTION: Do not allow moisture to get...

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MAINTENANCE ROAD WHEELS
Remove
1.Loosen wheel nuts. Raise vehicle for wheel free
condition and remove the wheel nuts.
2.Mark the wheel to stud relationship to ensure
that the wheels are refitted in the same
orientation.
Refit
3.Apply a thin coat of anti-seize compound to
wheel hub centre.
4.Refit wheels to original hub position.
NOTE: When refitting road wheel nuts do
not overtighten using powered tools.
Ensure the wheel nuts are correctly
torqued in the correct sequence.
5.Tighten wheel...

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MAINTENANCE BRAKE PADS, CALIPERS AND DISCS
1.With front road wheels removed, check brake
pad thickness and ensure that both pads are
wearing evenly.
2.Check brake discs for signs of cracking,
excessive scoring or oil contamination.
NOTE: Any requirement to replace brake
pads or brake disc 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.
3.Check for any signs of brake fluid...

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MAINTENANCE FUEL FILTER ELEMENT
1.Renew fuel filter element.See FUEL SYSTEM,
Repair.FUEL FILTER SEDIMENTER - Td5
WARNING: Fuel vapour is highly
flammable and in contained speces is also
explosive and toxic. Always have a fire
extinguisher containing FOAM, CO2, GAS OR
POWDER close at hand when handling or draining
fuel.
1.Disconnect battery negative lead.
2.Position suitable container beneath fuel filter
3.Disconnect multiplug from sedimenter
4.Rotate sedimenter anti-clockwise until water...

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MAINTENANCE INTERCOOLER / COOLING SYSTEM
1.Visually check for any obstructions in the
radiator and intercooler matrix and remove
debris as necessary.
2.Visually check fan blades for damage.
3.Check cooling, intercooler and heating systems
for leaks, hoses and oil pipes for security and
condition.
4.Check accessible hose clips for tightness.
5.Check coolant level, top-up if necessary
Cooling System Top-Up
1.With engine cold, remove expansion tank filler
cap.
2.Top-up with recommended mixture...

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MAINTENANCE DOOR LOCKS AND HINGES
Front, rear and tail doors
1.Open each door in turn and lubricate door
hinges and check strap using recommended
lubricant.
2.Lubricate door lock, striker and private lock using
PTFE lubricant. Remove excessive lubricant,
particularly from door striker area, to avoid
customer complaint.
3.Check tightness of accessible door lock and
striker fixings
4.Open and close door to check for smooth,
noise-free operation. Ensure door closes
securely.
5.Check for...

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MAINTENANCE BRAKE FLUID
1.Renew brake fluid.See BRAKES,
Adjustment.AIR FILTER ELEMENT AND DUMP VALVE
1.Replace air cleaner element.See FUEL
SYSTEM, Repair.
2.Remove all dirt from dump valve.