Land Rover Discovery Series Ii 2001my Owners Handbook Nas Rover

							Cleaning & Vehicle Care
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CLEANING THE INTERIOR
Plastic materials
Clean plastic-faced or cloth covered surfaces 
with diluted upholstery cleaner and wipe with a 
clean cloth.
NOTE: DO NOT polish fascia components - for 
safety, these should remain non-reflective.
Leather
Leather seats, steering wheel and trim features 
should be cleaned with a damp cloth moistened 
with undiluted upholstery cleaner. Leave for 
five minutes, and then repeat the operation 
using a clean cloth and water - but avoid 
flooding the area! Dry and polish the leather 
with a dry, lint-free cloth.
DO NOT use petrol, detergents, furniture 
creams or polishes!
Carpet and fabrics
Clean with diluted nylon upholstery cleaner - 
test on a concealed area first.
Instrument pack, clock and radio
Clean with a dry cloth only! DO NOT use 
cleaning fluids or sprays.
Seat belts
Extend the belts, then use warm water and a 
non-detergent soap to clean. Allow the belts to 
dry naturally, and do not retract them or use the 
vehicle until they are completely dry.
Airbag module covers
To prevent airbag SRS damage, the steering 
wheel centre pad and area of the fascia panel 
containing the passenger airbag should ONLY 
be cleaned sparingly with a damp cloth and 
upholstery cleaner.
DO NOT allow these areas to be flooded with 
liquid, and DO NOT use petrol, detergent, 
furniture cream or polishes.Heated rear screen
The following precautions must be taken, to 
avoid irreparable damage being caused to the 
printed circuit which is ‘baked’ on to the
interior of the screen.
•Do not remove labels or stickers from the 
screen, with the aid of sharp instruments or 
similar equipment likely to scratch the 
glass.
•Care should be taken to avoid inadvertently 
scratching the glass with a ringed finger etc, 
when cleaning or wiping the screen.
•Do not clean the screen with harsh 
abrasives. 
						

							Identification Numbers
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Identification NumbersVEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN)
If you need to communicate with a Land Rover 
dealer, you may be asked to quote the Vehicle 
Identification Number (VIN).
The VIN and other information concerning the 
vehicle can be found on the certification label 
affixed to the lock face of the front left-hand 
door. 
Example of a certification label
WARNING
DO NOT exceed the gross weight or axle loads 
stated on the certification label attached to 
the vehicle. Exceeding allowable vehicle and 
axle loads will increase the risk of tyre or 
suspension failure, increase vehicle brake 
stopping distance, and adversely affect 
vehicle handling and stability which may 
result in a crash or rollover.
H2764
H3588
2750 KG (6064 LB)GVWR1200 KG (2646 LB)GAWR255/65 R16 TIRES WITH  8J X 16  RIMSFRONTAT 193 KPA (28 PSI) COLD    OR255/55 R18 TIRES WITH  8J X 16  RIMSAT 193 KPA (28 PSI) COLD1720 KG (3793 LB)GAWR255/65 R16 TIRES WITH  8J X 16  RIMSREARAT 317 KPA (46 PSI) COLD    OR255/55 R18 TIRES WITH  8J X 16  RIMSAT 317 KPA (46 PSI) COLD
2750 KG (6064 LB)GVWR1200 KG (2646 LB)GAWR215/75 R16 TIRES WITH  7J X 16  RIMSFRONT
1720 KG (3793 LB)GAWR215/75 R16 TIRES WITH  7J X 16  RIMSREAR
AT 193 KPA (28 PSI) COLD
AT 317 KPA (46 PSI) COLDTHIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLEU.S. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETYSTANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OFMANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE
TYPEMPVMFD IN THE UK
SALTL124XXA293635
MFD BY LAND ROVER GROUP LTD
DATE07/00 
						

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Federal VIN plate
In addition, the Federal VIN plate is mounted to 
the vehicle body so that it is visible through the 
lowest part of the left side of the 
windscreen. The VIN is also stamped on the 
vehicles chassis.
H2765 
						

							Parts & Accessories
173
P arts  & Ac ce sso riesPARTS AND ACCESSORIES
Your vehicle has been designed, built and 
tested to cope with a variety of off-road driving 
conditions, some of which can place the 
severest possible demands on control systems 
and components. As such, fitting replacement 
parts and accessories that have been developed 
and tested to the same stringent standards as 
the original components will safeguard the 
continued reliability, safety and performance of 
your vehicle.
To augment the vehicles already impressive 
performance, a comprehensive range of Land 
Rover-approved spare parts and accessories is 
available, enabling the vehicle to fulfil a wide 
variety of roles, and enhancing and protecting 
the vehicle in the many tasks to which it can be 
applied.
Land Rover parts are the only parts built to 
original equipment specifications AND 
approved by Land Rover designers; this means 
that every single part and accessory has been 
rigorously tested by the same engineering team 
that designed and built the vehicle and, with the 
exception of maintenance items that are 
designed to be replaced sooner, is warranted as 
provided in the Passport to Service. 
A full list and description of all accessories is 
available from your Land Rover dealer.WARNING
DO NOT fit unapproved accessories or 
conversions, as they could affect the safety of 
the vehicle. 
Land Rover will not accept any liability for 
death, personal injury or damage to property 
which may occur as a direct result of fitment 
of non-approved accessories or the carrying 
out of non-approved conversions to Land 
Rover vehicles.
Land Rover North America Inc. strongly 
advises against making any modifications to 
the suspension or steering system. This could 
seriously affect the handling and stability of 
the vehicle leading to loss of control or 
rollover. 
						

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Electrical equipment
WARNING
It is extremely hazardous to fit or replace 
parts or accessories whose installation 
requires the dismantling of or addition to 
either the electrical, fuel or SRS airbag 
systems as damage to the proper operation of 
these systems could result.
ALWAYS consult a Land Rover dealer before 
fitting any electrical accessory.
Fitting inferior quality parts or accessories may 
be dangerous and could invalidate the vehicle 
warranty.
It is recommended that you always consult a 
Land Rover dealer for advice regarding the 
approval, suitability, installation and use of any 
parts or accessories before fitting.
Travelling abroad
In certain countries, it is illegal to fit parts which 
have not been made to the vehicle 
manufacturers specification.
Owners should ensure that any parts or 
accessories fitted to the vehicle while travelling 
abroad will also conform to the legal 
requirements of their own country when they 
return home.SRS/Airbag
WARNING
The components that make up the SRS/airbag 
are sensitive to electrical or physical 
interference, either of which could easily 
damage the system and cause inadvertent 
operation or a malfunction of the airbag 
module.
To prevent any SRS/airbag malfunction, 
ALWAYS consult a Land Rover dealer before 
fitting any of the following:
•Electronic equipment such as a mobile 
phone, two-way radio or in-car 
entertainment system.
•Accessories attached to the front of the 
vehicle.
•Any modification to the front of the 
vehicle.
•Any modification involving the removal or 
repair of any wiring or component in the 
vicinity of any of the SRS components 
(yellow wiring harness), including: the 
steering wheel, steering column, 
instrument and fascia panels.
•Any modification to the fascia panels or 
steering wheel. 
						

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Emergency Information
Wheel Changing
TOOL KIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  179
SPARE WHEEL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  180
CHANGING THE WHEEL  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  180
Emergency Starting
STARTING AN ENGINE WITH A DISCHARGED 
BATTERY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  184
USING BOOSTER CABLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  184
CONNECTING THE BOOSTER CABLES. . . . . . . .  185
Vehicle Recovery
TOWING EYES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  186
TOWING FOR RECOVERY  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  187
TRANSPORTER OR TRAILER LASHING. . . . . . .  187
Fuses
FUSES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  188
MAIN FUSE BOX  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  188
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUSE BOX . . . . . . . . .  192
UNDERSEAT FUSES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  194
Bulb Replacement
REPLACING BULBS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  195
HEADLIGHT AND SIDELIGHT  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  196
FRONT DIRECTION INDICATOR AND SIDE MARKER 
LIGHT  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  198 
						

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SIDE REPEATER LIGHT  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   198
REAR LIGHT CLUSTER 
(Tail, stop & reverse lights)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   199
BUMPER MOUNTED LIGHTS
(Fog guard lights & direction indicators)  . . . . .   200
NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   201
HIGH MOUNTED STOP LIGHT  . . . . . . . . . . . . .   201
FRONT FOG LIGHTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   202
GLOVEBOX LIGHT  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   203
INTERIOR COURTESY LIGHTS . . . . . . . . . . . . .   203
INTERIOR LIGHT  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   204 
						

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Emergency Information
Wh eel C han gingTOOL KIT
Jack
The jack is stowed in the front of the engine 
compartment next to the battery.  To access the 
jack, remove the battery cover. 
WARNING
Due to its stowage position in the engine 
compartment the jack may be hot if the engine 
has been running - be careful to avoid burns. Tools
The jack handle and other tools are stowed in a 
tool bag in the taildoor storage pocket.
Care of the jack
Examine the jack occasionally, clean and grease 
the moving parts, particularly the ram.
To avoid contamination, the jack should always 
be returned to its fully closed position.
WARNING
After wheel changing, always secure tools, 
chocks, jack and spare wheel in their correct 
storage positions. Such objects if not properly 
stowed can become flying missiles in a crash 
or rollover, potentially causing injury or 
death.
H2508
H2509 
						

							Wheel Changing
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SPARE WHEEL
Use the wheel nut wrench to remove the nuts 
securing the spare wheel to the carrier and then 
lift off the wheel.
NOTE: DO NOT use the spare wheel securing 
nuts in place of the road wheel nuts, or use the 
road wheel nuts to secure the spare wheel - the 
nuts are not inter-changeable.
WARNING
The wheels are extremely heavy. Take care 
when lifting and particularly when removing 
the spare wheel from its mounting position on 
the tail door.
CHANGING THE WHEEL
If possible, choose a safe place to stop away 
from the main thoroughfare. Always ask your 
passengers to get out of the car and wait in a 
safe area away from other traffic.
NOTE: Switch on the hazard warning lights to 
alert other road users. 
Before changing a wheel, ensure the front 
wheels are in the straight ahead position, apply 
the parking brake and engage Park ‘P’ in the 
main gearbox and select ‘L’ in the transfer box. 
Turn off the starter switch and remove the key. 
Observe the following precautions: 
•Ensure the jack is positioned on firm, level 
ground; NEVER on soft ground, or over 
metal gratings or manhole covers. DO NOT 
place additional material between the jack 
and the ground, this may jeopardise the 
safety of the jacking operation.
•Place chocks at the front and rear of the 
wheel diagonally opposite the one to be 
removed.
•NEVER raise the vehicle with passengers 
inside, or with a caravan or trailer 
connected!
WARNING
Before raising the vehicle, it is ESSENTIAL to 
chock the road wheels in two places; the 
handbrake acts on the transmission, not on 
the rear wheels, and therefore may not hold 
the vehicle when raised.
H2500 
						

							Wheel Changing
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Using the wheel chocks
If possible, position the vehicle on level ground, 
chocking both sides of the wheel diagonally 
opposite the one to be removed. 
If jacking the vehicle on a slope is unavoidable, 
place the chocks on the downhill side of the two 
opposite wheels.
The wheel chocks are stowed with the jack 
handle and wheel nut spanner in the tool bag.
Assemble the wheel chocks as follows:
1.Pull the two halves of the chock apart.
2.Twist one half of the chock 180°.
3.Push the two halves back together.Operating the jack
Slot the two parts of the jack lever together, 
ensuring that the spring clip protrudes from the 
engagement slot where the two parts join (see 
inset ‘A’). Close the jack release valve by using 
the notched end of the jack lever to turn the 
valve fully clockwise (see inset ‘B’).  Insert the 
lever into the socket as shown (inset ‘C’) and 
twist the lever to lock it into the socket. 
Pump the lever up and down to raise the jack.
To lower the jack, detach the lever (twist and 
pull) and then slot the notched end over the 
pegs on the release valve. Slowly turn the 
release valve anti-clockwise allowing the weight 
of the vehicle to lower the jack.
DO NOT fully unscrew the release valve.
H3098
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H2510
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BC