Land Rover Discovery Series Ii 2003my Owners Handbook Nas Rover

On-Road Driving
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DRIVING PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher 
roll-over rate than other types of vehicles. 
Since these vehicles are designed to be 
operated both on and off-road, these vehicles 
have a higher ground clearance and hence a 
higher center of gravity. Such a feature has 
been associated with an increased risk of 
vehicle roll-over. An advantage associated 
with higher ground clearance vehicles is a 
better view of the road, allowing the driver to 
anticipate...

On-Road Driving
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FUEL ECONOMY
Fuel consumption is influenced by two major 
factors: 
•How your vehicle is maintained.
•How you drive your vehicle.
To obtain optimum fuel economy, it is essential 
that your vehicle is maintained in accordance 
with the manufacturers service schedule. 
Items such as the condition of the air cleaner 
element, tire pressures and wheel alignment 
will have a significant effect on fuel 
consumption. But, above all, the way in which 
you drive is most important. The...

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Owner Maintenance
Maintenance
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  165
OWNER MAINTENANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  166
SAFETY IN THE GARAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  167
EMISSION CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  168
ROAD TESTING ON DYNAMOMETERS (‘rolling 
roads’) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  168
Hood Opening
HOOD OPENING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  169
Engine Compartment
ENGINE  . . ....

164 Tires
CARING FOR YOUR TIRES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   186
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING . . . . . . . . .   188
SNOW CHAINS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   189
Cleaning & Vehicle Care
WASHING YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   190
CLEANING THE INTERIOR  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   192
Identification Numbers
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) . . . .   193
Parts & Accessories
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   195 

Maintenance
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Ow ner Maintena nc e
Ma inte na nceROUTINE MAINTENANCE
Regular systematic maintenance is the key to 
ensuring the continued reliability and efficiency 
of your vehicle.
Maintenance is the owners responsibility and 
you must ensure that owner maintenance 
operations, oil services, inspections and brake 
fluid and coolant changes are carried out when 
required and according to the manufacturers 
recommendations.
The routine maintenance requirements for your 
vehicle are shown in the...

Maintenance
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OWNER MAINTENANCE
In addition to the routine services and 
inspections referred to previously, a number of 
simple checks must be carried out more 
frequently. You can carry out these checks 
yourself and advice is given on the pages that 
follow.
Any significant or sudden drop in fluid levels, 
or uneven tire wear, should be reported to a 
dealer without delay.
Daily checks
•Operation of lights, horn, direction 
indicators, wipers, washers and warning 
lights.
•Operation of seat belts...

Maintenance
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SAFETY IN THE GARAGE
WARNING
Cooling fans may continue to operate after the 
engine is switched off. When the engine is 
hot, the cooling fans may also COMMENCE 
operating after the engine is switched off and 
continue operating for up to 10 minutes. To 
avoid injury, keep clear of all fans and 
remove any loose clothing while working in 
the engine compartment.
Whenever you need to carry out maintenance 
on your vehicle, observe the following safety 
precautions at all times:
•Keep your...

Maintenance
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EMISSION CONTROL
Your vehicle is fitted with various items of 
emission and evaporative control equipment 
designed to meet specific territorial 
requirements. You should be aware that 
unauthorised replacement, modification or 
tampering with this equipment by an owner or 
repair shop may be unlawful and subject to 
legal penalties.
In addition, engine settings must not be 
tampered with. These have been established to 
ensure that your vehicle complies with 
stringent exhaust emission...

Hood Opening
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H ood  Ope ningHOOD OPENING
1.From inside the vehicle on the left hand 
side, pull the hood release handle (see 
illustration).
2.Lift the safety catch lever and raise the 
hood.
3.Release the support stay from the 
underside of the hood.
4.Fit the support stay into the slotted hole in 
the hood locking platform.Closing the hood
WARNING
To avoid the hood opening at speed, DO NOT 
drive with the hood retained by the safety 
catch alone.
Replace the support stay in its retaining clip,...