Land Rover Discovery Series Ii 2001my Owners Handbook Nas Rover

Starting & Driving
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Breaking-in 
Proper breaking-in will have a direct bearing on 
the reliability and smooth running of your 
vehicle throughout its life.
In particular, the engine, gearbox, brakes and 
tyres need time to ‘bed-in’ and adjust to the 
demands of everyday motoring. During the first 
500 miles (800 km), it is essential to drive with 
consideration for the running-in process and 
heed the following advice:
•LIMIT maximum road speed to 110 km/h or 
3,000 rev/min. Initially, drive the...

Starting & Driving
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AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT
WARNING
DO NOT use auxiliary equipment, such as 
roller generators that are driven by one wheel 
of the vehicle, as they could cause failure of 
the gearbox differential. The vehicle will also 
drive itself forward through ETC action.
Some local jurisdictions require emission 
testing using a two wheel roller 
dynamometer. Your vehicle is equipped with 
permanent 4-wheel drive and cannot be 
safely operated on these machines. For more 
information regarding safe...

Catalytic Converter
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Catalytic Con verterCATALYTIC CONVERTER
The exhaust system incorporates a catalytic 
converter, which converts poisonous exhaust 
emissions from the engine into environmentally 
less harmful gases. 
CAUTION: Catalytic converters cn be easily 
damaged through improper use, particularly if 
the wrong fuel is used, or if an engine misfire 
occurs. For this reason it is VERY IMPORTANT 
that you heed the precautions which follow.Fuel
ONLY use fuel recommended for your vehicle. 
Misfire...

Catalytic Converter
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Driving
•If a misfire is suspected, or the vehicle lacks 
power while driving, provided the engine 
has reached its normal operating 
temperature, it may be driven SLOWLY (at 
risk of catalyst damage) to a Land Rover 
dealer for assistance.
•NEVER allow the vehicle to run out of fuel 
(the resultant misfire could damage the 
catalyst).
•Engines burning excessive oil (e.g. 1 quart 
every 750 miles) will progressively reduce 
catalyst efficiency. In extreme cases, blue 
smoke may be...

Fuel Filling
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Fuel FillingLOCKING AND UNLOCKING THE FUEL 
FILLER FLAP
WARNING
To avoid any sudden discharge of fuel caused 
by excessive air pressure, the cap is designed 
to allow the fuel tank to vent during the first 
half turn. DO NOT fully remove the cap until 
any pressure has been released.
Take careful note of warning labels located 
around the filler flap.
DO NOT fully fill the tank, if the vehicle is to 
be parked shortly afterwards a high ambient 
temperature for a long period - expansion of...

Fuel Filling
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TYPE OF FUEL
Octane requirements
Premium unleaded gasoline with a CLC or AKI
octane rating of 90 or 92 should be used.
NOTE: Federal law requires that gasoline octane 
ratings be posted on the pumps. The Cost of 
Living Council (CLC) octane rating or Anti 
Knock Index (AKI) octane rating shown is an 
average of Research Octane Number (RON) and 
Motor Octane Number (MON).
Using unleaded fuel with an octane rating lower 
than that recommended, can cause persistent, 
heavy ‘engine knock’ (a...

Fuel Filling
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WARNING
Automotive fuels can cause serious injury, 
and even death if misused. 
Methanol/unleaded fuel blends, even in small 
amounts, can cause blindness and possible 
death if swallowed. Additionally, take 
precautions to prevent methanol from coming 
into contact with the skin.
GAS STATION SAFETY
Always take sensible precautions when 
refuelling: 
•Switch off the engine.
•DO NOT smoke or introduce other ignition 
sources.
•Take care not to spill fuel.
•DO NOT overfill the tank.
•DO NOT...

Fuel Filling
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FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH
The fuel cut-off switch is a safety device which, 
in the event of a collision or sudden impact, 
automatically cuts off the fuel supply to the 
engine.
The switch is located on the engine 
compartment bulkhead. After an impact, the 
switch must be reset by pressing the rubber top 
(arrowed in illustration) before the engine can 
be restarted.
WARNING
ALWAYS check for fuel leaks before resetting 
the switch! Activating the switch when the 
fuel system has been damaged...

Automatic Transmission
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Au to matic  Tran smissionGEAR SELECTOR
The Automatic transmission features a four 
speed main gearbox with a torque converter 
and a two speed transfer box. Using the main 
gearbox in conjunction with the transfer 
gearing produces eight forward and two 
reverse speeds.
Main gearbox selector lever
A spring loaded catch restricts movement of 
the lever, thereby preventing inadvertent gear 
selection. Press and hold the trigger mounted 
in the handle of the selector lever...

Automatic Transmission
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Starting and driving
Drivers unfamiliar with the performance 
characteristics of an automatic gearbox should 
thoroughly familiarize themselves with the 
following instructions before driving.
•Before starting the engine, ensure that both 
foot and parking brakes are applied.
•After starting the engine, KEEP BOTH 
BRAKES APPLIED before and whilst moving 
the selector lever to the required drive 
position.
•Keep the brakes applied until you are ready 
to move - remember, once a...