Land Rover Defender Owners Handbook Aus Rover

Engine compartment
86
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...

Engine compartment
87
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...

Engine compartment
88
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. If necessary, top up with a fluid meeting
Dexron II Dspecification until the level is
between the UPPER...

Tyres
89
WARNING
Never drive your vehicle if the tyres are
badly worn, cut or damaged, or if the
pressures are incorrect.
Incorrectly inflated tyres wear rapidly and
seriously affect the vehicles safety and road
handling characteristics.
Caring for your tyres
Always drive with consideration for the
condition of the tyres and frequently inspect
the tread and side walls for signs of distortion
or damage (in particular, look for lumps, cuts
and bulges).
Tyre pressures
Tyre pressures should be checked at...

Tyres
90
WARNING
ALWAYS use the same make and type of
radial-ply tyres front and rear. DO NOT use
cross-ply tyres, or interchange tyres from
front to rear.
·If the wheel is marked TUBED an inner
tube MUST be fitted, even with a
tubeless tyre.
·If the wheel is marked TUBELESS, an
inner tube must NOT be fitted.
NOTE:Tyre sizes and pressures are shown in
General data.
WARNING
Do not replace wheels with any type other
than genuine Land Rover parts.
Wheels and tyres are designed for both
off-road and on-road...

Washer jets & wiper blades
91
WASHER JETS
To adjust a washer jet, insert a needle into the
jet orifice (see inset) and lever gently to
position the jet.
WIPER BLADE REPLACEMENT
To renew a windscreen or rear screen wiper
blade, lift the wiper arm away from the
windscreen, press the retaining clip (arrowed
in illustration), push the blade away from the
arm and then unhook the wiper blade.
Locate the new blade assembly on the arm,
hook it to the swivel bracket and push into
engagement until the blade is...

Battery
92
The battery is located underneath the left-hand
front seat. Pull up the front of the seat base to
release it from its retaining clips and pull it
forward. Release the buckle on the front of the
battery compartment and slide off the lid.
When refitting the seat base, insert the rear of
the base first and then push down firmly to
re-engage the retaining clips - ENSURE the
seat base is secure before driving.
WARNING
Batteries contain sulphuric acid. If the acid
comes in contact with the eyes or...

Battery
93
The battery fitted to your vehicle requires
minimal attention as follows:
·In temperate climates check the electrolyte
level once every 3 years. In hot climates
check the level annually.
·Occasionally wipe the battery casing to
remove dirt and grease.
·Keep the battery terminals clean and free
from corrosion by occasionally smearing
them with petroleum jelly.
Checking the electrolyte level
Gently prise off the vent covers (or unscrew if
vent plugs are fitted) and inspect the
electrolyte level...

Battery
94 Battery charging
Batteries generate explosive gases, contain
corrosive acid and supply levels of electric
current high enough to cause serious burns.
Before charging, ensure the battery is properly
topped up, and ALWAYS observe the
following precautions while charging the
battery:
·Always remove the battery from the
vehicle.
·Make sure the battery charger is
disconnected from its power supply before
connecting the leads to the battery
terminals.
·Make sure the charging leads are securely...

Wheel changing
95 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Before jacking the vehicle always observe
the following precautions!
·Park your vehicle away from the
thoroughfare, and make your
passengers wait in a safe area
AWAY from the vehicle.
·Switch on the hazard warning lights
to alert other road users.
·ALWAYS engage the differential lock
before jacking (warning light on
fascia illuminates).
·Apply the handbrake and engage 1st
gear in the main gear box and select
L in the transfer box. Turn off the
starter switch and...