Land Rover Discovery Series Ii 2002my Owners Handbook Nas Rover

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Ty re sCARING FOR YOUR TYRES
WARNING
DEFECTIVE TYRES ARE DANGEROUS! Do not 
drive if any tyre is damaged, is excessively 
worn, or is inflated to an incorrect pressure.
ALWAYS replace worn or defective tyres with 
the factory recommended specification (see 
‘WHEELS & TYRES’, page 227). Failure to do 
so may affect the safe handling of the vehicle.
Always drive with consideration for the 
condition of the tyres, and regularly inspect the 
tread and side walls for any sign of distortion 
(bulges), cuts or wear.
The most common causes of tyre failure are:
•Bumping against kerbs
•Driving over deep potholes in the road
•Driving with under or over-inflated tyres
NOTE: If possible, protect tyres from 
contamination by oil, grease, fuel and other 
automotive fluids.Tyre pressures
Correctly inflated tyres will ensure that you 
enjoy the best combination of tyre life, ride 
comfort, fuel economy and road handling.
Under-inflated tyres wear more rapidly, can 
seriously affect the vehicles road handling 
characteristics and fuel consumption, as well 
as increasing the risk of tyre failure. 
Over-inflated tyres give a harsher ride, wear 
unevenly and are more prone to damage.
Tyre pressures should be checked at least once 
a week with normal road use, but should be 
checked DAILY if the vehicle is used off-road.
Check the pressures (including the spare 
wheel) when the tyres are cold - be aware that 
it only takes a mile (1.6 km) of driving to warm 
up the tyres sufficiently to affect the tyre 
pressures.
Air pressure naturally increases in warm tyres; 
if it is necessary to check the tyres when they 
are warm (after the vehicle has been driven for 
a while), you should expect the pressures to 
have increased between 4 and 6 lbf/in
2
(0.3 to 0.4 kgf/cm2). In this circumstance, 
NEVER let air out of the tyres in order to match 
the recommended pressures.
NOTE: If the vehicle has been parked in strong 
sunlight or used in high ambient temperatures, 
DO NOT reduce tyre pressures; instead, move 
the vehicle into the shade and allow the tyres to 
cool before checking.
The recommended pressures for cold tyres are 
shown in ‘WHEELS & TYRES’, page 227. 
						

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Tyre wear 
Some tyres fitted as original equipment have 
wear indicators moulded into the tread pattern. 
When the tread has worn down to 1.6 mm 
(1/16 inch) the indicators start appearing at the 
surface of the tread pattern, producing the 
effect of a continuous band of rubber across the 
width of the tyre.
A tyre MUST be replaced as soon as an 
indicator band becomes visible or the tread 
depth reaches the minimum permitted by 
legislation.Tread depth must be checked regularly (at 
every maintenance service, or more 
frequently). Always replace a tyre before the 
tread reaches a remaining depth of 1.6 mm 
(1/16 inch). DO NOT drive with tyres worn to 
this limit, the safety of the vehicle and 
occupants will be adversely affected.
NOTE: After off-road use, check to make sure 
there are no lumps or bulges in the tyres or 
exposure of the ply or cord structure.
Valves
Keep the valve caps screwed down firmly - they 
prevent dirt from entering the valve. Check the 
valve for leaks (listen for a tell-tale hissing) 
when you check the tyre pressure.
Punctured tyres
Your vehicle is fitted with tubeless tyres, which 
may not leak if penetrated by a sharp object, 
provided the object remains in the tyre. If you 
are aware of this occurring, reduce speed 
immediately and drive with caution until the 
spare wheel can be fitted. 
A puncture of this kind will eventually cause the 
tyre to lose pressure, which is why regular (and 
frequent) checking of tyre pressures is 
important. Punctured or damaged tyres must 
be permanently repaired or replaced as soon as 
possible, if in doubt, see expert advice. DO NOT 
DRIVE WITH A PUNCTURED TYRE!
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Replacement tyres
Wheel rims and tyres are matched to suit the 
handling characteristics of the vehicle. For 
safety, ALWAYS check that replacement tyres 
comply with the original specification (see 
‘WHEELS & TYRES’, page 227) and that the 
load and speed ratings shown on the side wall 
are the same as that of the original equipment. 
Contact your Land Rover dealer for further 
information or assistance.
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.
Your vehicle is fitted with road wheels that 
will NOT accept inner tubes. DO NOT fit a 
tubed tyre.
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 use and have a very important 
influence on vehicle handling. Alternative 
wheels which do not meet original equipment 
specifications should not be fitted as they 
could affect vehicle handling.
Always have replacement wheels and tyres 
balanced before use.
UNIFORM TYRE QUALITY GRADING
Quality Grades can be found where applicable 
on the tyre sidewall between tread shoulder and 
maximum section width. For example:
Tyres that are deep tread, winter-type snow 
tyres are exempt from the marking 
requirements as described above. 
Consequently, the tyres fitted to your vehicle 
may not carry these markings.
All passenger car tyres must conform to 
Federal Safety Requirements in addition to 
these grades.
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating 
based on the wear rate of the tyre when tested 
under controlled conditions on a specified 
government test course. For example; a tyre 
graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1½)
times as well on the government course as a 
tyre graded 100. The relative performance of 
tyres depends upon the actual conditions of 
their use however, and may depart significantly 
from the norm due to variations in driving 
habits, service practices and differences in road 
characteristics and climate. 
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Traction
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are 
AA, A, B and C. The grades represent a tyres 
ability to stop on wet pavement as measured 
under controlled conditions on specified 
government test surfaces of asphalt and 
concrete. A tyre marked C may have poor 
traction performance. 
WARNING
The traction grade assigned to this tyre is 
based on straight-ahead braking traction 
tests, and does not include acceleration, 
cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction 
characteristics.
Temperature
The temperature grades A (the highest), B, and 
C, represent a tyres resistance to the 
generation of heat and its ability to dissipate 
heat when tested under controlled conditions 
on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. 
Sustained high temperatures can cause the 
material of a tyre to degenerate and reduce tyre 
life, and excessive temperature can lead to 
sudden tyre failure.
The grade C corresponds to a level of 
performance which all passenger car tyres 
must meet under the Federal Motor Safety 
Standard No 109.
Grades B and A represent higher levels of 
performance on the laboratory test wheel than 
the minimum required by law. 
WARNING
The temperature grade for this tyre is 
established for a tyre that is properly inflated 
and not overloaded. Excessive speed, 
underinflation, or excessive loading, either 
separately or in combination can cause heat 
buildup and possible tyre failure.
SNOW CHAINS
Snow chains are designed for use on metalled 
roads in extreme conditions only, and are not 
recommended for off-road use. If it is 
necessary to fit snow chains to your vehicle, 
ALWAYS observe the following:
•Snow chains must ONLY be fitted to the rear 
wheels of the vehicle, provided the wheels 
and tyres conform to one of the original 
equipment specifications listed in the 
handbook (see ‘WHEELS & TYRES’, 
page 227).
•ONLY Land Rover approved chains should 
be used - these are designed for your 
vehicle and will eliminate any risk of damage 
to the vehicle.
•Always adhere to the snow chain fitting and 
retensioning instructions and the speed 
limitations recommended for varying road 
conditions. NEVER exceed 30 mph 
(50 km/h).
•Avoid tyre damage by removing the chains a 
soon as the road is free from snow.
For further information about approved snow 
chains, consult your Land Rover dealer.
WARNING
DO NOT fit unapproved snow chains to the 
rear wheels - this could damage brake 
components, and seriously affect the 
vehicles ability to stop, potentially resulting 
in occupant or third party injury.
DO NOT fit snow chains to the front wheels; 
this could damage brake components. 
						

							Cleaning & Vehicle Care
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Clea ning  & Ve hicle C areWASHING YOUR VEHICLE
WARNING
Read individual product warnings before 
using any car cleaning or washing products.
CAUTION: Some high pressure cleaning 
systems are sufficiently powerful to penetrate 
door and window seals and damage rubbing 
strips and locking mechanisms. Never aim the 
water jet directly at heater air intakes, body and 
sunroof seals, or at any components that might 
easily be damaged.
Wash your vehicle frequently using a sponge 
and generous quantities of cold or lukewarm 
water containing a car shampoo. Rinse and dry 
off with a chamois leather.
•Do not use hot water!
•Do not use detergent soap products or 
washing-up liquid!
•In hot weather, do not wash the vehicle in 
direct sunlight.Underbody maintenance
Corrosive materials used for snow and ice 
removal and dust control can collect on 
underbody parts. If these materials are not 
removed, accelerated rusting can occur. Use a 
hose to regularly flush the underbody with plain 
water, taking particular care to thoroughly clean 
those areas where mud and other debris can 
easily collect. 
Similarly, after off-road driving or wading in 
muddy or salt water conditions, use a hose to 
wash underbody components and other 
exposed parts of the vehicle.
When using a hose, do not direct the jet into the 
heater air intake ducts, or through the wheel 
trim apertures onto the brake components, or 
at the door, window or sunroof seals, where 
water pressure could penetrate the seals.
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Steam cleaning
Before steam cleaning the engine 
compartment, cover the power steering and 
brake fluid reservoirs to prevent contamination 
of fluid. After steam cleaning carefully re-wax 
the metallic components, especially the 
steering column, engine coolant pipes, hose 
clips and the ignition coil clamp, to prevent 
corrosion - if necessary contact your Land 
Rover dealer for advice.
Removing tar spots
Use mineral spirits to remove tar spots and 
stubborn grease stains from paintwork. Then 
wash immediately with soapy water to remove 
all traces of spirit.
Body protection
After washing, inspect the paintwork for 
damage. Any stone chips, fractures or deep 
scratches in the bodywork should be repaired 
promptly. Bare metal will corrode quickly and 
can develop into major repair expense. Some 
exterior panels of your vehicle are made of 
aluminium which will not corrode in the same 
manner as steel. However, any damage should 
still receive prompt attention. Minor chips and 
scratches can be repaired with touch-up 
materials available from your dealer. Larger 
areas of damage need to be corrected to 
professional standards immediately.
Cast alloy road wheels
The cast alloy road wheels are covered with a 
protective coating. To prevent corrosion it is 
essential that this coating is not damaged. To 
clean the wheels use a warm soapy liquid, 
stubborn stains can be removed using a soft 
brush.Polishing
Occasionally treat the paint surface with an 
approved polish containing the following 
properties:
•Very mild abrasives to remove surface 
contamination without removing or 
damaging the paint.
•Filling compounds that will fill scratches and 
reduce their visibility.
•Wax to provide a protective coating between 
the paint and the elements.
NOTE: DO NOT apply car polish to the bumper 
mouldings - polish will become ingrained in the 
textured finished.
Sunroof
It is essential that the sunroof aperture 
surround, channels, drain tubes and slides 
(accessible with the panel fully open), are kept 
clear, clean and lubricated for efficient 
operation. This requirement is particularly 
important in dusty environments.
If necessary contact your Land Rover dealer for 
advice.
Glass and mirrors
Clean the rear window with a soft cloth to avoid 
damaging the heating elements. DO NOT 
scrape the glass or use an abrasive cleaning 
fluid.
Mirror glass is particularly susceptible to 
damage. Wash with soapy water. DO NOT use 
abrasive cleaning compounds or metal 
scrapers to remove ice.
CLEANING THE INTERIOR
WARNING
Read individual product warnings before 
using any car cleaning or washing products. 
						

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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
WARNING
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.
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H3588A
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
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.
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							Parts & Accessories
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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.