Land Rover Defender 90 110 130 Workshop 1997 Rover Manual

Bulb replacement 
0087 
Side, tail, stop and direction  indicator bulbs 
Remove the retaining screws and withdraw 
the unit. 
Twist the lens anti-clockwise to release the 
bulb unit. 
Push and twist the bulb to remove. 
118 
Side repeater light 
Push the lens firmly to the right, lift the left 
edge and withdraw the light unit from the 
wing. 
Twist the bulb holder to release and pull out 
bulb.  

Bulb replacement 
0088 
Number plate I ights 
Remove the securing screw, remove the cover 
and pull out bulb. 
Reverse and rear fog guard lights 
Remove the retaining screws and withdraw 
the lens, then push and twist to release the 
bulb. 
119 
0224 -~'"'+ 
High mounted stop light 
Remove the screws from the cover, withdraw 
the cover and twist to remove the bulb holder. 
Push and twist to release the bulb. 
0090 
Interior  I ight 
Prise the lens from the unit. Spread the bulb 
holders to...

Bulb replacement 
0091 
Warning lights 
Disconnect the battery (see Battery removal 
and replacement). 
Remove the screws (2) and withdraw the 
warning light module from the instrument 
panel. 
Disconnect the appropriate multi-plug (3), 
twist and pull out the bulb holder and pull out 
bulb. 
NOTE: Remember to reconnect the battery 
after replacing a bulb. 
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0092 
Instrument illumination lights 
Disconnect the battery (see Battery removal 
and replacement). 
Remove the four screws (2) and ease the...

Cleaning & vehicle care 
WASHING YOUR VEHICLE 
Wash your vehicle frequently using a clean, 
grit free sponge and generous quantities of 
cold or lukewarm water containing a car 
shampoo. Rinse and dry off with a chamois 
leather. 
• Do not use hot water! 
• Do not use detergent soap products or 
washing-up liquid! 
During winter months when salt has been 
used on the roads, use a hose to wash the 
underside of the vehicle. Pay particular 
attention to wheelarches and panel seams, 
and to removing...

Cleaning & vehicle care 
LOOKING AFTER THE INTERIOR 
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DO NOT use water to clean the dashboard, 
damage to the fuses and switches could 
occur. Instead, clean sparingly with a damp 
cloth and approved upholstery cleaner. 
• Clean plastic-faced or cloth covered 
surfaces with diluted upholstery cleaner. 
• Steering wheel and trim features should 
be cleaned with a damp cloth moistened...

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SECTIONS 
Workshop maintenance 
Section Contents Page 
Workshop maintenance .. .. ... ... .. ........ ... ... . 125 
Engine undertray .. .. . . . ... .. ... ... .. ... . .. .. . . . ... .. . 129 
Engine oil renewal.................................... 132 
Engine oil filter renewal............................ 133 
Fuel filter renewal .................................... 134 
Fuel sedimenter cleaning .. ..... ........ .......... 136 
Air cleaner element renewal ..................... 137 
Spark plug...

Workshop maintenance 
WORKSHOP MAINTENANCE 
This section covers workshop maintenance 
for the VB and Tdi engines only. Maintenance 
of 4-cylinder petrol models should be referred 
to a Land Rover dealer. 
It is recommended that the maintenance 
procedures covered in this section of the 
handbook, should only be carried out by 
qualified personnel in a fully equipped 
workshop; preferably an authorised Land 
Rover dealer. However, if the vehicle is being 
operated in a remote area, where full 
workshop...

Workshop maintenance 
Emission control 
Your vehicle is fitted with various items of 
emission 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 motor vehicle 
repairer, 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...

Workshop maintenance 
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 
whilst they are in operation. 
• 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...

Workshop maintenance 
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, clutch and power steering 
fluid, as well as petrol, diesel, 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 can cause 
serious skin...