Land Rover Defender 50th Owners Handbook Rover

							Emergency starting
68 8.Once both engines are running normally,
allow them to idle for two minutes before
switching off the engine of the donor
vehicle and disconnecting the booster
cables. DO NOT switch on any electrical
circuits on the previously disabled vehicle,
until AFTER the booster cables have been
removed.
9.Disconnecting the booster cables must be
an EXACT reversal of the connecting
procedure,ie; disconnect the BLACK
cable from the earthing point on the
disabled vehicle FIRST. 
						

							Vehicle recovery
69 VEHICLE RECOVERY
If it is necessary to recover the vehicle by
towing, always adhere to the following
procedure:
Towing the vehicle (on four-wheels)
1.Turn the starter switch to the first position
to unlock the steering and leave in this
position while the vehicle is being towed.
2.Set the main gearbox and transfer box in
neutral.
3.Ensure the differential lock is in the
unlocked position.
4.Secure the towing attachment to the
vehicle.
5.Release the handbrake.
NOTE:If, due to an accident or electrical
fault, it is not considered safe to turn the
starter switch, the battery must be
disconnected.IMPORTANT INFORMATION
DO NOT attempt to tow the vehicle unless
the starter switch is turned to position I
(to unlock the steering).
·DO NOT attempt to remove the
starter key, or turn the switch to
position 0, while the vehicle is in
motion.
·Without the engine running, the
brake servo and power steering
pump cannot provide assistance.
Greater brake pedal and steering
effort, are therefore necessary to
safely control the vehicle.
·DO NOT tow the vehicle on four
wheels over long distances. 
						

							Vehicle recovery
70 Suspended tow
WARNING
Your vehicle has permanent four wheel
drive - the propeller shaft MUST be removed
from the axle to be trailed.
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 steering wheel and/or linkage,
in the straight ahead position - the
steering lock MUST NOT be used for this
purpose.
WARNING
The propeller shaft MUST only be
reconnected by a qualified Land Rover
engineer. Contact your Land Rover dealer
for further information.
Transporter or trailer lashing
Use the towing rings on the front and rear
cross members as lashing points (see
illustration). DO NOT secure lashing hooks or
trailer fixings, to any other part of the vehicle. 
						

							Ancillary equipment
71 Winches
A number of different winches, suited to jobs
ranging from vehicle recovery to haulage, can
be fitted to your Defender. For further
information on the types of winch available
and their various uses, contact your Land
Rover dealer.
As winch operation will vary considerably on
different winch units, it is essential that the
manufacturers operating instructions are
understood and followed carefully.
Winch safety
WARNING
If used incorrectly, winches can be
extremely dangerous.
ALWAYS follow the manufacturers
operating instructions carefully.
NEVER stand near, or astride a winching
cable whilst it is under tension.
ALWAYS wear protective gloves when
handling winching cables.In addition;
·DO NOT attempt to continue winching if
the winch has stalled due to overloading.
·Inspect the winch and cable regularly -
ALWAYS have worn or damaged parts
replaced immediately.
·Only use recommended replacement parts
of the same specification as the original
equipment - failure to do so, may not only
damage the winch, but may cause serious
personal injury.
After winching
Whilst wearing thick, protective gloves, clean
and lubricate the cable with a recommended
cable lubricant. For further information,
consult your Land Rover dealer.
WARNING
NEVER allow a cable to kink, coil or overlap.
NOTE:If a capstan winch is used, ensure the
rope is cleaned and dried before stowing. 
						

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							73 The long-term safety, reliability and
performance of your vehicle will depend very
largely on how well it is maintained.
Maintenance is the owners responsibility and
it is ESSENTIAL that all routine services are
carried out by a Land Rover dealer at the
specified intervals. These are shown in the
Service Portfolio, included in the literature
pack. The Service Portfolio also provides
spaces for your dealer to record the
completion of each service, as and when it is
carried out, thus creating a valuable and
comprehensive record of the maintenance
history of your vehicle.
This section of the handbook includes
information to assist the owner carry out
those daily, weekly and monthly checks that
are also necessary to ensure safe, reliable
motoring.
SECTION 4
Owner maintenance
Section Contents Page
Owner maintenance 75...................................
Safety in the garage 77...................................
Bonnet opening 78.........................................
Engine compartment 79.................................
Tyres 87.........................................................
Washer jets & wiper blades 89.......................
Battery 90.......................................................
Wheel changing 93.........................................
Fuses 98.........................................................
Bulb replacement 101.....................................
Cleaning & vehicle care 107............................ 
						

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							Owner maintenance
75 OWNER MAINTENANCE
In addition to the routine services, which
should be carried out by your Land Rover
dealer at the intervals shown in the Service
Portfolio, a number of simple checks (listed
below) must be carried out by the owner or
driver on a regular basis.
These are fully described on the pages that
follow.
Daily checks
·Operation of lights, horn, direction
indicators, wipers, washers and warning
lights.
·Operation of seat belts and brakes.
·Look for deposits on the garage floor
which may indicate a fluid leak.
Weekly checks
These should be carried out at least every 250
miles or 400 km.
·Engine oil level.
·Cooling system level.
·Screen washer reservoir level.
·Condition and pressure of tyres.
Monthly checks
·Brake fluid level.
·Power steering fluid level.
·Automatic gearbox oil level.
All fluid specifications and capacities are
shown inGeneral data.
WARNING
If brake pedal travel is unusually long, or if
there is any evident loss of brake fluid,
contact your dealer immediately.
Any significant or sudden drop in fluid
levels, or uneven tyre wear, should be
reported to a Land Rover dealer without
delay.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Special operating conditions
When a vehicle is operated in extremely
arduous conditions, or on dusty, wet or
muddy terrain, more frequent attention
must be paid to servicing requirements.
For example; if your vehicle experiences
deep wading conditions, even DAILY
servicing could be necessary to ensure
the continued safe and reliable operation
of the vehicle.
Contact a Land Rover dealer for advice. 
						

							Owner maintenance
76 Planned maintenance
Regular systematic maintenance is the key to
ensuring the continued reliability and
efficiency of your vehicle.
The routine maintenance requirements for
your vehicle, are shown in the Service
Portfolio. Most of this necessary workshop
maintenance requires specialised knowledge
and equipment and should preferably be
entrusted to your Land Rover dealer.
Emission control
Your vehicle is fitted with various items of
emission and evaporative control equipment,
designed to meet specific territorial
requirements.
You should be aware that unauthorised
replacement, modification or tampering with
this equipment by an owner or repair shop,
may be unlawful and subject to legal penalties.
In addition, engine settings must not be
tampered with. These have been established,
to ensure that your vehicle complies with
stringent exhaust emission regulations.
Incorrect engine settings may adversely affect
exhaust emissions, engine performance and
fuel consumption, as well as causing high
temperatures, which will result in damage to
the catalytic converter and the vehicle.Road testing on dynamometers
(rolling roads)
WARNING
Because your vehicle is equipped with
permanent four-wheel drive, it is essential
that any dynamometer testing is carried out
ONLY by a qualified person familiar with the
dynamometer testing and safety procedures,
practised by Land Rover dealers. Contact
your Land Rover dealer for further
information. 
						

							Owner maintenance
77 SAFETY IN THE GARAGE
Whenever you carry out maintenance on
your vehicle, the following safety
precautions should be observed at all times.
·ALWAYS keep hands, tools and items of
clothing, clear of all drive belts and
pulleys.
·DO NOT touch exhaust or cooling system
components until they are cool.
·DO NOT touch electrical leads or
components with the starter switch turned
on.
·NEVER leave the engine running in an
unventilated area - exhaust gases are
poisonous and contain carbon monoxide,
which can cause unconsciousness and
may even be fatal.
·DO NOT work beneath the vehicle, with the
lifting jack as the only means of support.
·Ensure sparks and open flame are kept
away from the engine and battery
compartments.
WARNING
Remember; cooling fans and air
conditioning system condenser fans (if
fitted), may continue to operate after the
engine is switched off. Always wait until the
fans have completely stopped moving,
before working in the engine compartment.Poisonous liquids
Most liquids and lubricants used in motor
vehicles are poisonous and should not be
consumed, or brought into contact with open
wounds. These include: battery acid,
anti-freeze, brake and power steering fluid, as
well as petrol, engine oil and windscreen
washer additives.
For your own safety, ALWAYS read and obey
all instructions printed on labels and
containers.
Used engine oil
Prolonged contact with engine oil may cause
serious skin disorders, including dermatitis
and skin cancer. ALWAYS wash thoroughly
after contact.
It is illegal to pollute drains, water courses or
soil with toxic chemicals such as used engine
oil. ALWAYS dispose of vehicle liquids and
lubricants, at authorised waste disposal sites
or at garages which provide facilities for the
receipt of discharged batteries, used engine
oil and toxic chemicals. If in doubt, contact
your Local Authority for advice.
PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT!