Land Rover Defender 90 110 130 Workshop 1997 Rover Manual

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INTERIOR LIGHTS 
With the switch midway between the ON and 
OFF positions, the light will illuminate 
automatically whenever a door is opened and 
remain illuminated for approximately 15 
seconds after All the doors are closed, or 
until the starter switch is turned on. 
When alighting from the vehicle, the interior 
lights will fade and then extinguish as soon as 
the last door is closed. 
NOTE: Any subsequent opening and shutting 
of doors prior to the starter switch being 
turned on again, will cause the 15 second 
delay feature to operate. 
NOTE: If a door remains open for eight 
minutes, a time-out function will extinguish 
the lights to avoid discharging the battery. 
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CIGAR liGHTER 
With the starter switch turned to position II, 
press the lighter in to heat up. When it has 
reached the correct temperature it will partially 
eject and can then be withdrawn for use. 
• ONlY hold the cigar lighter by the handle. 
• DO NOT use the ashtray for disposing of 
waste paper or other combustible 
materials. 
• DO NOT plug accessories into the cigar 
lighter socket unless they are approved by 
land Rover. 
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ASHTRAY 
lift the lid of the ashtray to open. To remove, 
carefully prise the ashtray out of the fascia 
panel.  
						

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Steps 
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Steps (if fitted) 
Tile steps can be fo lded up or down as 
required.  
						

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SECTION3 
Driving & operating 
Section Contents Page 
Starter switch & steering lock .. ..... ..... ........ 51 
Starting & driving .. ................ .......... ... ....... 52 
Catalytic converter .. .......... ...... .. ................. 60 
Fuel ............................................................ 62 
Gearbox & transmission .. ........ .................. 64 
Brakes ....................................................... 69 
Towing & load carrying .. .. ...... .. ...... .. ......... 71 
Emergency starting.................................... 7 4 
Vehicle recovery ....... ........ ..... ...... ........ ..... . 76 
Ancillary equipment ................................... 78 
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							Starter switch & steering  lock 
To unlock the steering column 
Insert the ignition key FULLY and turn the 
starter switch to position 1, while turning the 
steering wheel slightly to disengage the lock. 
To lock the steering column 
Turn the starter switch to position 0 and 
withdraw the key from the starter switch. Turn 
the steering wheel towards the straight ahead 
position until the lock engages. 
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DO NOT remove the key or tum the starter 
switch to position 0 while the vehicle is in 
motion. Once the steering lock is engaged, 
it is impossible to steer the vehicle. 
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STARTER SWITCH 
The starter switch is located to the left of the 
steering column, and uses the following 
sequence of key positions to operate the 
steering lock, electrical circuits and starter 
motor. 
Position 0 
Steering locked (if key is removed). 
Most lighting circuits are operational, 
including: sidelights, headlights, hazard 
warning lights and rear fog guard lights. 
Position I 
Steering unlocked. 
Radio/cassette player can be operated. 
Position II 
All instruments, warning lights and electrical 
circuits are operational. 
Position Ill 
Starter motor operates. 
Release the key immediately the engine starts 
(the key will automatically return to position 
II). 
Note that operation of position I electrical 
functions will be interrupted during engine 
cranking.  
						

							Starting & driving 
STARTING -DIESEL ENGINES 
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FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 
CATALYTIC CONVERTER: 
Catalytic converters are easily damaged 
through improper use, particularly if the 
wrong fuel is used, or if an engine misfire 
occurs. 
Before starting the engine and driving, 
ENSURE you are familiar with the precautions 
shown under Catalytic converter later in this 
section. 
In particular, you should be aware that 
continued use of the starter will result in 
unused fuel damaging the catalytic converter. 
1. Check that the hand brake is applied and 
that the gear lever is in neutral. 
2. Switch off all unnecessary electrical 
equipment. 
3. Insert the starter key and tum the switch 
to position II. Wait until the glow plug 
warning light extinguishes. 
NOTE: When restarting a warm engine, it will 
not be necessary to wait for the glow plug 
warning light to extinguish. 
4. Tum the key to position Ill to operate the 
starter motor: DO NOT press the 
accelerator pedal during starting, and 
RELEASE THE KEY as soon as the engine 
is running. 
NOTE: In temperate climates, the battery 
charging and oil pressure warning lights 
should extinguish as soon as the engine is 
running. 
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In cold weather, or when the battery is in a 
low state of charge, depress the clutch pedal 
while starting and hold it down until the 
engine is running. 
In temperate climates. DO NOT operate the 
starter for longer than 1 0 seconds; if the 
engine fails to start, switch off and wait 1 0 
seconds before re-using the starter. Please 
note that prolonged use of the starter will not 
only discharge the battery but may also 
damage the starter motor.  
						

							Starting & driving 
Cold climates 
In very cold climates, the battery charging and 
oil pressure warning lights may take several 
seconds to extinguish. Similarly. engine 
cranking times will also increase; at -30° C the 
starter motor may need to be operated 
continuously for as long as 30 seconds before 
the engine will start. For this reason, ensure 
that all non-essential electrical equipment is 
switched off. 
Warming up 
In the interests of fuel economy, it is advisable 
to start driving straight away, remembering 
that harsh acceleration or labouring the engine 
before the normal operating temperature has 
been reached can damage the engine. 
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The engine must not be ron above fast idle 
speed until the oil pressure warning light 
extinguishes to ensure that the engine and 
turbo-charger bearings are properly 
lubricated before being run at speed. 
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Exhaust fumes contain poisonous 
substances which can cause 
unconsciousness and may even be fatal. 
• DO NOT inhale exhaust gases. 
• DO NOT start or leave the engine running 
in an enclosed unventilated area, or 
drive with the rear door open. 
• DO NOT modify the exhaust system from 
the original design. 
• DO repair exhaust system or body leaks 
immediately. 
• If you think exhaust fumes are entering 
the vehicle have the cause determined 
and corrected immediately. 
Switching off 
To avoid the possibility of damaging the 
turbo-charger bearings through inadequate 
lubrication, ALWAYS allow the engine to idle 
for 10 seconds before switching off. Turn the 
engine off by returning the starter switch to 
position T and then position ·o· to remove 
key.  
						

							Starting & driving 
STARTING -PETROL ENGINES 
1. Check that the handbrake is applied and 
that the gear lever is in neutral. 
2. Switch off all unnecessary electrical 
equipment. 
3. If the engine is cold, pull out the cold start 
control (if fitted} and turn it clockwise to 
lock (see illustration). 
4. Insert the starter key and tum the switch 
to position II and then on to position Ill 
to operate the starter motor. DO NOT 
press the accelerator pedal during starting 
and RELEASE THE KEY as soon as the 
engine is running. 
In temperate climates DO NOT operate the 
starter for longer than 10 seconds. If the 
engine fails to start, switch off and wait 10 
seconds before re-using the starter. Please 
note that prolonged use of the starter will not 
only discharge the battery but may also 
damage the starter motor. 
In temperate climates, the battery charging 
and oil pressure warning lights should 
extinguish as soon as the engine is running. 
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In cold weather, or when the battery is in a 
low state of charge, depress the clutch pedal 
while starting and hold it down until the 
engine is running. 
Cold climates 
In very cold climates, the battery charging and 
oil pressure warning lights may take several 
seconds to extinguish. Similarly, engine 
cranking times will also increase; at -30° C the 
starter motor may need to be operated 
continuously for as long as 30 seconds before 
the engine will start. For this reason, ensure 
that all non-essential electrical equipment is 
switched off. 
Additionally, in very cold climates, use of a 
cylinder block heater will improve the engines 
starting characteristics. Your Land Rover 
dealer can advise you about the supply and 
use of  a cylinder block heater. 
Warming up 
In the interests of fuel economy, it is advisable 
to start driving straight away, remembering 
that harsh acceleration or labouring the engine 
before the normal operating temperature has 
been reached can damage the engine. 
NOTE: Remember to tum off the cold start 
control once normal operating temperature is 
reached.  
						

							Starting & driving 
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Exhaust fumes contain poisonous 
substances which can cause 
unconsciousness and may even be fatal. 
• DO NOT inhale exhaust gases. 
• DO NOT start or leave the engine running 
in an enclosed unventilated area, or 
drive with the rear door open. 
• DO NOT modify the exhaust system from 
the original design. 
• DO repair exhaust system or body leaks 
immediately. 
• If you think exhaust fumes are entering 
the vehicle have the cause determined 
and corrected immediately. 
Parking 
After bringing the vehicle to a stop, ALWAYS 
apply the hand brake and select neutral in the 
main gearbox before releasing the footbrake 
and switching off the engine. 
Switching off 
Return the starter switch to position T and 
then to position ·o· to remove the key. 
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							Starting & driving 
RUNNING-IN (petrol & diesel models) 
Proper running-in will have a direct bearing on 
the reliability and smooth running of your 
vehicle throughout its life. 
In particular, the engine, gearbox, brakes and 
tyres need time to bed-in and adjust to the 
demands of everyday motoring. It is therefore 
essential to drive with consideration for the 
running-in process for at least the first 800 
km {500 miles) and observe the following 
advice: 
• LIMIT maximum speed to 80 km/h (50 
mph) for 4-cylinder engines and 95 km/h 
{60 mph) for VB engines. Initially, drive 
the vehicle on a light throttle and only 
increase engine speeds once the 
running-in distance has been completed. 
• DO NOT operate at full throttle or allow the 
engine to labour in any gear. 
• AVOID fast acceleration and heavy braking 
except in emergencies. 
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM 
Land Rover vehicles are fitted with emission 
and evaporative control equipment necessary 
to meet a number of territorial requirements. 
In many countries, it is against the law for 
vehicle owners to modify or tamper with 
emission control equipment, or to sanction 
the unauthorised replacement or modification 
of this equipment by a repair shop. In such 
cases, the vehicle owner and the repairer may 
both be liable for legal penalties. 
It is important to remember that only Land 
Rover dealers are properly equipped to 
perform repairs and to maintain the emission 
control system on your vehicle.  
						

							Starting & driving 
FUEL ECONOMY 
Fuel consumption is influenced by two major 
factors: 
• How your vehicle is maintained. 
• How you drive your vehicle. 
To obtain optimum fuel economy. it is 
essential that your vehicle is maintained in 
accordance with the manufacturers service 
schedule. 
Items such as ignition timing, the condition of 
the air cleaner element, tyre pressures and 
wheel alignment can have a significant effect 
on fuel consumption. But above all, the way in 
which you drive is most important. The 
following hints may help you to obtain even 
better value from your motoring: 
• Avoid unnecessary, short, start-stop 
journeys. 
• Avoid fast starts by accelerating gently and 
smoothly from rest. 
• Do not drive in the lower gears longer than 
necessary. 
• Decelerate gently and avoid sudden and 
heavy braking. 
• Anticipate obstructions and adjust your 
speed accordingly well in advance. 
DRIVE GENTL V -SAVE FUEL! 
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