Land Rover Defender 50th Owners Handbook Rover

CONTENTS
SECTION 1Introduction.......................................................... 1
SECTION 2Controls & instruments........................................ 7
SECTION 3Driving & operating............................................. 43
SECTION 4Owner maintenance............................................. 73
SECTION 5Workshop maintenance........................................ 109
SECTION 6General data......................................................... 125
SECTION 7Parts &...

1 OWNERS HANDBOOK
This handbook covers all current versions of
the Land Rover Defender 90 and, together
with the Service Portfolio, provides all the
information you need to derive maximum
pleasure from owning and driving your new
vehicle.
For convenience, the handbook is divided into
sections, each dealing with a particular aspect
of driving or caring for the vehicle. Sections
are listed on the contents page and you will
find it worthwhile to take a little time to read
each one, and get to know your...

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Introduction
3 SERVICE PORTFOLIO
The Service Portfolio book included in your
literature pack, contains important vehicle
identification information, details of your
entitlement under the terms of the Land Rover
warranty, as well as useful consumer advice.
Most important of all, however, is the section
on maintenance. This outlines the servicing
requirements for your vehicle, as well as
incorporating the service record slips, which
the dealer should sign and stamp to certify
that routine services have...

Introduction
4 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN)
If you need to communicate with a Land
Rover dealer, you may be asked to quote the
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
The VIN and recommended maximum vehicle
weights (dependent on market) is stamped on
a plate, located in the drivers footwell (this
should also match the VIN recorded in the
Service Porfolio book). The
In addition, as a deterrent to car thieves and to
assist the police, the VIN is also stamped on a
plate visible through the left side of...

Introduction
5 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Remember the breakdown
safety code
If a breakdown occurs while travelling:-
·Wherever possible, consistent with
road safety and traffic conditions,
the vehicle should be moved off the
main thoroughfare, preferably into a
lay-by. If a breakdown occurs on a
motorway, pull well over to the
inside of the hard shoulder.
·Switch on hazard lights.
·If possible, position a warning
triangle or a flashing amber light at
an appropriate distance from the
vehicle to warn other...

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7 In this section of the handbook you will find
descriptions of the controls and instruments
on your vehicle.
For your own safety, it is most important to
read this section fully and to gain a thorough
understanding of all the controls before
driving.
SECTION 2
Controls & instruments
Section Contents Page
Controls 9.......................................................
Locks & alarm 11...........................................
Seats 20.........................................................
Seat belts...