Land Rover Defender Owners Handbook Rover

							Wheel changing
108
Operating the pillar jack(if supplied)
For any wheel:
1.Remove the rubber plug (1) from the
jacking tube corresponding to the wheel to
be changed.
2.Insert the jack pillar into the base (2).
3.Fit the handle (3) to the pillar and adjust
the height so the jacking peg (4) can be
inserted into the jacking tube.
NOTE:The jack handle operates as a ratchet -
one side raises the jack, then turn the handle
over to lower the jack.
WARNING
ENSURE that you are familiar with operating
the jack BEFORE using it to raise a vehicle.
ONLY jack the vehicle using the jack
location points described or personal injury
or damage to the vehicle could occur.
DO NOT use the jack without the base fitted -
the vehicle would not be properly supported
and could cause personal injury.
ENSURE that the peg is FULLY engaged in
the jacking tube.
ENSURE that the pillar is vertical NOT at an
angle. 
						

							Wheel changing
109 Changing a wheel
Before raising the vehicle, ensure that all the
precautions listed at the beginning of this
section have been observed. Also, ensure that
the wheel chock is correctly positioned, as
described previously.
In some markets, vehicles fitted with alloy
wheels have one locking wheel nut fitted to
each wheel. Refer to Locking wheel nuts later
in this section before changing an alloy wheel.
·Use the wheel brace to slacken the wheel
nuts half a turn anti-clockwise.
·Raise the vehicle until the tyre is clear of
the ground, and remove the wheel nuts
and wheel (DO NOT damage the surface of
alloy wheels (if fitted) by placing them face
down on the road).
·On vehicles fitted with alloy wheels, use an
approved anti-seize compound to treat the
wheel mounting spigot to minimise the
tendency for adhesion between the wheel
and the spigot. Ensure that no oil or
compound comes into contact with the
brake components. If, due to an
emergency situation, this treatment is not
practicable; refit the spare wheel for the
time being, but remove and treat the wheel
at the earliest opportunity.
·Fit the spare wheel and lightly tighten the
wheel nuts, ensuring they are firmly
seated. DO NOT fully tighten whilst the
tyre is clear of the ground.
WARNING
When fitting a wheel, ensure that the mating
faces of the hub and wheel are clean and
free from rust - an accumulation of dirt or
rust could cause the wheel nuts to become
loose and result in an accident.
·Lower the vehicle and remove the jack and
wheel chock.
·Fully tighten the wheel nuts. DO NOT
OVERTIGHTEN by using foot pressure or
extension bars on the wheel brace, as this
could overstress the wheel studs.
·REMEMBER to disengage the differential
lock and change to H (high range) before
driving.
·Finally, check the tyre pressure and wheel
nut torque at the earliest opportunity, see
General data.
WARNING
After wheel changing, always secure tools,
chock, jack and spare wheel in their correct
storage positions. 
						

							Wheel changing
110 LOCKING WHEEL NUTS
In some markets, vehicles fitted with alloy
wheels are equipped with a locking wheel nut
on each wheel. The locking wheel nut covers
are visually very similar to standard wheel
nuts but can be identified by a concave indent
on the surface. The locking wheel nut and
cover can only be removed using the special
tools provided, as follows:
·Push the extractor tool (1) firmly over the
stainless steel nut cover (2).
·Pull the extractor toolsquarelyaway from
the wheel to remove the nut cover and
reveal the locking wheel nut (3).
·Fit the metal key socket (4) securely over
the locking wheel nut (3).
·Fit the wheel nut wrench onto the key
socket and unscrew the nut in the normal
way.
A code letter is stamped on the face of the key
socket. Ensure the code letter is entered in the
space provided on your Security Information
card - you will need to quote this letter if
replacement components are required. Keep
the card in a safe place away from the vehicle.
For security reasons, store the key socket and
extractor tool out of sight, in a secure place in
the vehicle.
NOTE:If the extractor tool has been
inadvertently pushed onto a standard wheel
nut, it can be removed ONLY by first undoing
and removing the nut; slide the wheel nut
wrench down the centre of the extractor and
onto the wheel nut. 
						

							Wading plugs
111 WADING PLUGS
WARNING
For safety, DO NOT work underneath the
vehicle unless it is safely parked with the
wheels chocked, or is supported by heavy
duty stands.
NOTE:On some models, to access the
wading plugs, it will be necessary to remove
the front and rear engine undertray access
panels - see Engine undertray, in the
Workshop maintenance section of this
handbook.
Under severe wading conditions, the timing
cover and flywheel housing must be sealed to
prevent the ingress of mud and water. Fit the
plugs, supplied in the tool kit, as illustrated.
Remove the plugs immediately after wading,
or periodically if the vehicle is required to do
prolonged wading or very muddy work.
Flywheel housing - 300 TDi
Engine front timing cover - 300 TDi 
						

							Fuses
112 Fuses are simple circuit breakers which
protect electrical equipment by preventing the
electrical circuits from being overloaded.
Always remove the starter key and switch off
the affected circuit before removing a fuse.
Press the fuse extractor (located on the inside
of the main fuse box cover) onto the head of
the fuse and pull to remove. Fit a new fuse of
the same rating. If the replacement fuse fails
immediately, contact your local Land Rover
dealer and have the circuit checked.
WARNING
Fit only replacement fuses of the same
rating and type. Always rectify the cause of
a failure before replacing a fuse. Seek
qualified assistance if necessary.Fuses are colour coded to help identify their
amperage, as follows:
TAN 5
BROWN 7.5
RED 10
BLUE 15
YELLOW 20
GREEN 30 (air conditioned models
only)
The main fuse box is fitted in the centre of the
dashboard, in front of the main gear lever.
Remove the cover by releasing the fixing
screws.
A label in the fuse box cover shows the
circuits protected, the fuse ratings and their
locations. They are also listed on the following
page. 
						

							Fuses
113 MAIN FUSE BOX
Fuse No. Value (amps) Electrical circuit
1 15 Hazard warning lights
2 20 Interior light, horn
3 15 Wipers & washers - rear
4 15 Wipers & washers - front
5 15 Heater
6 7.5 Rear fog guard lights
7 5 Radio/cassette player
8 15 Heated rear window
9 10 Cigar lighter
10 20 Alarm sounder
11 7.5 Headlight - RH, dipped beam
12 7.5 Headlight - LH, dipped beam
13 7.5 Headlight - RH, main beam
14 7.5 Headlight - LH, main beam
15 5 Side lights - LH
16 5 Side lights - RH
17 15 Stop & reverse lights
18 20 Air conditioning
19 5 Air conditioning
20 5 Alarm system 
						

							Fuses
114
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUSE BOX
A second fuse box, containing four main fuses
is located on the left side of the engine
compartment attached to the bulkhead.
The circuits protected, their locations and
their ratings will vary from model to model in
the vehicle range.
WARNING
Fit only replacement fuses of the same
rating and type. Always rectify the cause of
a failure before replacing a fuse. Seek
qualified assistance if necessary. 
						

							Bulb replacement
115 REPLACEMENT BULBS Watts
Headlights 60/55 (Halogen H4)...........................................................
Front side lights 5...................................................
Side repeater lights 5..............................................
Stop lights 21...........................................................
High mounted stop light 21......................................
Tail lights 5.............................................................
Direction indicator lights 21.....................................
Number plate lights 4.............................................
Reversing lights 21...................................................
Rear fog guard lights 21...........................................
Interior lights 10.......................................................
NOTE:All bulbs must be rated at 12 volts.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Before replacing a bulb, always switch off
the starter switch and appropriate lighting
switch to prevent any possibility of a
short circuit. Only use new bulbs of the
same type and with the same
specification. 
						

							Bulb replacement
116
HEADLIGHT UNIT
Light unit removal
To replace the headlight bulb, remove the light
unit as follows:
·Remove the screws (1) retaining the side
and direction indicator lights (2), release
them forward and disconnect the plugs.
·Remove the screws (3) and withdraw the
plastic finisher.
·Remove the headlight retaining screw (4),
rotate the headlight clockwise to
disengage and lift out the headlight. 
						

							Bulb replacement
117 Headlight bulb
Disconnect the multi-plug (5) and remove the
rubber cover. Unhook the spring clip and
withdraw the bulb.
Replace the bulb (the larger of the three tabs
uppermost) and secure the spring clip.
Replace the rubber cover, pressing the centre
firmly to seal around the electrical contacts of
the bulb, then refit the multi-plug.
NOTE:Do not touch the bulb glass with your
fingers. If necessary, clean the bulb with
methylated spirits.
WARNING
ALWAYS fit headlight bulbs and light units
with the same Watt value as the original
specification (see Replacement bulbs).
Fitting a higher rated bulb may result in
damage to the dim-dip system.