Land Rover Defender V8i Workshop Supplement Rover Manual

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MAINTENANCE UNDER BONNET MAINTENANCE
CHECK COOLING/HEATER SYSTEMS
Check cooling/heater systems for leaks and hoses for
security and condition.
Cooling system hoses should be changed at first
signs of deterioration.
CHECK CONDITION OF ENGINE MOUNTING
RUBBERS
CHECK BRAKE SERVO HOSE FOR SECURITY
AND CONDITION
CHECK FUEL EVAPORATIVE LOSS CONTROL
SYSTEM FOR LEAKS
CHECK FUEL FILLER CAP SEAL FOR LEAKSCHECK IGNITION WIRING
Check H.T. leads for fraying, chafing and
deterioration. Ensure H.T. leads...

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RENEW SPARK PLUGS - V8i
Clean, adjust and renew
1.Take great care when fitting spark plugs not to
cross-thread plug, otherwise costly damage to
cylinder head will result.
2.Clean or replace spark plugs as applicable.
3.It is essential that correct type of spark plugs are
fitted.
4.Incorrect grade of plugs may lead to piston
overheating and engine failure.
Remove
5.Disconnect battery negative lead. Disconnect
H.T. leads from spark plugs.
6.Remove plugs and washers.
Refit...

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MAINTENANCE
RENEW AIR CLEANER ELEMENT - V8i
To renew air cleaner element - V8i
See FUEL SYSTEM, Repair, Air Cleaner
RENEW CHARCOAL CANISTER AND PURGE
CONTROL VALVE - V8i
Renew charcoal canister and purge control valve.
See EMISSION CONTROL, Repair, EVAP canister
and purge control valve
CHECK AUXILIARY DRIVE BELT - V8i
1.Check condition of drive belt, renew a belt that
shows signs of wear, splitting or oil
contamination.
2.Check belt length indicator,belt MUST be
renewed before indicator...

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CHECK/TOP-UP COOLING SYSTEM
To prevent corrosion of aluminium alloy engine parts it
is imperative that cooling system is filled with a
solution of water and phosphate free anti-freeze, at all
times.Never fill or top-up with plain water.
WARNING: Do not remove filler cap when
engine is hot because cooling system is
pressurised and personal scalding could
result.
1.First turn filler cap slowly counter-clockwise to its
stop, pause and allow all pressure to escape.
Press down and...

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MAINTENANCE
CHECK/ TOP-UP BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR
CAUTION: Brake fluid can damage
paintwork. If spillage occurs, wash
affected area IMMEDIATELY with a large
quantity of water.
1.Clean area of filler cap and side of reservoir.
2.Check fluid level in reservoir by observing level
through translucent side. Level must be above
MIN mark.
CAUTION: If level is below MIN mark,
check braking system for possibility of
fluid leakage.
3.Remove filler cap and top-up to MAX mark with
NEW brake fluid of...

MAINTENANCE
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MAINTENANCE UNDER VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
Vehicles operating under severe conditions of dust,
sand, mud or water should have oils changed and
lubrication carried out at more frequent intervals than
is recommended in maintenance schedules.
RENEW ENGINE OIL AND FILTER - V8i
1.Ensure vehicle is level. If necessary, run engine
to warm oil.
2.Disconnect battery. See Clean battery terminals.
3.Place drain tray under drain plug.
4.Remove engine oil dipstick.
5.Remove sump drain plug. Allow oil to...

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RENEW AUTOMATIC GEARBOX FLUID AND
FLUID SCREEN - ZF
1.Ensure vehicle is level. Place drain tray under
drain plug.
2.Remove gearbox dipstick, located at rear of RH
rocker cover, to aid oil drainage. Remove drain
plug from bottom of sump and allow fluid to drain
completely.
3.Refit plug using a NEW sealing washer. Tighten
to
10 Nm (8 lbf.ft).
4.Remove and replace fluid screen.See
AUTOMATIC GEARBOX, Repair, Fluid Pan
Gasket and Screen
Refill and Check Fluid Level.
NOTE: The...

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MAINTENANCE
CHECK/TOP-UP TRANSFER GEARBOX OIL
1.Ensure vehicle is level.
2.Disconnect battery negative lead.
3.Clean area around filler/level plug.
4.Remove plug and fill gearbox with recommended
grade of oil, until oil starts to seep from filler/level
hole.
See LUBRICANTS, FLUIDS AND
CAPACITIES, Information, recommended
lubricants and fluids
5.Clean any previously applied sealant from
filler/level plug.
6.Apply Hylomar sealant to threads of plug and
refit plug. Tighten to
30 Nm (22...

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CHECK/TOP-UP FRONT AND REAR AXLE OIL
1.Ensure vehicle is level and area surrounding
filler/level plug is clean.
2.Remove filler/level plug from axle.
3.If necessary inject oil of recommended grade
until it reaches level hole.
See LUBRICANTS,
FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES, Information,
recommended lubricants and fluids
4.Clean and refit filler/level plug and wipe away
surplus oil.
RENEW FRONT AND REAR AXLE OIL
1.Site vehicle on lift or level ground. Place
container under axle to be...

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LUBRICATE PROPELLER SHAFT SLIDING AND
UNIVERSAL JOINTS
1.Clean all grease nipples on front and rear
propeller shafts.
2.Using a low pressure hand grease gun, apply
recommended grease, to grease nipples at front
and rear propeller shaft universal and sliding
joints.
CHECK VISUALLY BRAKE, FUEL PIPES/UNIONS
FOR CHAFING LEAKS AND CORROSION
CHECK EXHAUST SYSTEM FOR LEAKS,
SECURITY AND DAMAGE
CHECK FOR FLUID LEAKS FROM POWER
STEERING AND SUSPENSION SYSTEMS,
HYDRAULIC PIPES AND UNIONS...