Land Rover Defender 99my Owners Handbook Aus Rover

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SECTION 5
Workshop maintenance
Section Contents Page
Workshop maintenance 101...........................
Engine oil renewal 105....................................
Engine oil filter renewal 106............................
Fuel filter renewal 108....................................
Fuel sedimenter draining 109.........................
Air cleaner element renewal 110.....................
Main gearbox oil renewal 111.........................
Transfer gearbox oil renewal 112....................
Axle oil...

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101 WORKSHOP MAINTENANCE
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 facilities are not available, some
maintenance can be carried out, provided that
it is completed in safe conditions by
experienced personnel.
WARNING
DO NOT carry out...

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102 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 emission...

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103 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 gases are...

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104 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 disorders,...

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105 ENGINE OIL RENEWAL
NOTE:For engine oil check & top-up see
Owner maintenance.
WARNING
DO NOT attempt to drain the engine sump if
the engine has been running for some time,
the engine oil will be hot and may cause
severe scalding.
With the vehicle resting on firm, level ground,
run the engine for a few minutes so that the
oil will drain more easily. Turn the starter
switch to position 0 and disconnect the
battery negative lead.
Remove the oil filler cap and position a
suitable...

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106 ENGINE OIL FILTER RENEWAL
To prevent any possibility of air locks in the oil
pump, it is recommended that filter renewal is
carried out AFTER the engine oil has been
changed.
·Turn the starter switch to position 0 and
disconnect the battery negative lead.
·Remove the 3 bolts securing the engine
acoustic cover and remove the cover.
·Release the clip and disconnect the
breather hose (2) from the camshaft
cover.
·Release the clips and disconnect air flow
meter (3) from the air...

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·Using a strap wrench, unscrew the filter
(7) and discard it safely.
·Clean the mating surface of the filter head.
·Lubricate the sealing ring (7) of the new
filter, with clean engine oil of the correct
specification (see General data).
·Screw the filter on clockwise until the
rubber washer touches up against the
machined face, then tighten a further half
turn using hand pressure only. DO NOT
OVERTIGHTEN.
·Connect the battery negative lead and run
the engine at a fast idle for...