Land Rover Defender 99my Owners Handbook Rover

Engine compartment
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V8 - Right hand steering
1.Cooling system reservoir
2.Brake fluid reservoir.
3.Washer reservoir.
4.Engine oil dipstick.
5.Engine oil filler cap.
6.Power steering reservoir.
7.Clutch fluid reservoir.
8.Radiator filler plug.
WARNING
Ensure that sparks and naked lights are kept
away from the engine compartment. 

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Td5 diesel engine
ENGINE OIL LEVEL-CHECK & TOP-UP
Check the oil level at least every 400 km
(250 miles) when the engine is HOT and with
the vehicle resting on level ground.
Switch off the engine and let the vehicle stand
for five minutes to allow the oil to drain back
into the sump. Withdraw the dipstick and wipe
the blade clean and then fully reinsert the
dipstick and withdraw again to check the level,
which should NEVER be allowed to fall below
the lower mark on the dipstick.
To...

Engine compartment
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V8 petrol engine
Oil specifications
It is essential to use an oil suitable for the
climatic conditions in which the vehicle is to
be operated. Precise specifications are shown
in General data. If in doubt, contact your
Land Rover dealer.4-cylinder petrol engine 

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91 Td5 diesel engine
COOLING SYSTEM TOP-UP
WARNING
The coolant level in the reservoir should be
checked at least weekly (more frequently in
high mileage or arduous operating
conditions). Always check the level WHEN
THE SYSTEM IS COLD.
Never run the engine without coolant.
NEVER remove the filler cap or radiator filler
plug when the engine is hot - escaping
steam or scalding water could cause serious
injury.
Unscrew the filler cap slowly, allowing the
pressure to escape before removing...

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92 V8 models
On V8 models, as well as removing the
reservoir cap, carefully unscrew the radiator
filler plug (illustrated above), allowing
pressure to escape before removing
completely.
Top the radiator up, if necessary, with a 50%
mixture of anti-freeze and water to maintain
the level at approximately 12 mm (0.5 in)
below the radiator filler neck. Ensure the plug
is tightened fully after top-up is completed.
DO NOT OVERFILL!Anti-freeze
Anti-freeze contains important corrosion...

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WINDSCREEN WASHER TOP-UP
The windscreen washer reservoir also
supplies the rear screen.
Check the reservoir level and top-up with a
mixture of water and an approved screen
washer solvent to approximately 25 mm (1 in)
below the bottom of the filler neck. In cold
weather, to prevent freezing, use a screen
washer solvent containing isopropanol.
Operate the washer switches to check that the
nozzles are clear and properly directed.
WARNING
DO NOT use an anti-freeze solution in the
washer...

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FUEL SEDIMENTER - Tdi diesel engines
(if fitted)
The sedimenter is located on the chassis side
member, near the rear wheel.
To drain:
Slacken off the drain plug (arrowed in
illustration), to allow any water to drain off.
Retighten the plug as soon as pure diesel is
emitted.FUEL FILTER - Tdi diesel engines
The filter is located at the front of the engine
compartment.
To drain:
Slacken off the drain plug (1), to allow any
water to drain off. Retighten the plug as soon
as pure diesel...

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CLUTCH FLUID TOP-UP
Wipe the filler cap before removing, to prevent
dirt from entering the reservoir. Check the
fluid level and top up if necessary, maintaining
the level approximately 10 mm below the top
of the reservoir, using fluid meetingFMVSS
116 DOT 4specification. Ensure dirt does not
enter the reservoir while filling.
Use only new fluid from a sealed container
(old fluid from opened containers, or fluid
previously bled from the system must NOT be
used).
DO NOT OVERFILL!
If...

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WARNING
Contact your dealer immediately if brake
travel is unusually long or if there is any
appreciable drop in brake fluid.
BRAKE FLUID CHECK
The fluid level will fall slightly during use as a
result of brake pad wear, but should not be
allowed to fall below the MIN mark. Any
substantial drop in fluid indicates a leak in the
system, in which case the vehicle must NOT
be driven and you should contact your dealer.
With the vehicle on level ground, check the
fluid level at least...

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POWER STEERING TOP-UP
ONLY check the fluid level with the engine
switched off and the system cold, and ensure
that the steering wheel is not turned after
stopping the engine.
Wipe the filler cap to prevent dirt from
entering the reservoir.
Remove the filler cap and, using a lint-free
cloth, wipe the dipstick clean. Refit the cap
fully and remove it again to check the fluid
level. Ensure the fluid level is between the
UPPER mark and the end of the dipstick. If
necessary, top up with...