Land Rover Lr3 Owners Handbook 2004 Rover

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Maintenance
ROUTINE 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 Passport to Service 
book....

Maintenance
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DRIVING IN ARDUOUS CONDITIONS
When a vehicle is operated in extremely 
arduous conditions, more frequent attention 
must be paid to servicing requirements.
For example: if your vehicle experiences deep 
wading conditions, even DAILY servicing could 
be necessary to ensure the continued safe and 
reliable operation of the vehicle.
Arduous driving conditions include:
•Driving in dusty and/or sandy conditions.
•Driving on rough and/or muddy roads 
and/or wading.
•Driving in extremely hot...

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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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Hood Opening
HOOD OPENING
1.From inside the vehicle on the driver’s side, 
pull the hood release handle (see upper 
inset).
2.Lift the hood safety catch lever (lower 
inset) and raise the hood.Closing the hood
Lower the bonnet until the safety catch 
engages, then using both hands, press the 
bonnet down until the catches click.
WARNING
DO NOT drive with the hood retained by the 
safety catch alone.
After closing the hood, check that the lock is 
fully engaged by attempting to lift the...

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Under-hood Covers
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Under-hood Covers
REMOVING UNDER-HOOD
COVERS
Press the two forward tabs and lift the front 
edge of the cover. Once the front edge of the 
cover is free, slide the cover towards the front 
of the vehicle.
REPLACING UNDER-HOOD
COVERS
Caution: Ensure that no pipes, cables, or 
other items have been trapped between the 
cover and casing.
Slide the rear edge of the cover under the 
rubber trim fitted to the scuttle panel. Once the 
front edge of the cover is aligned with the front...

Engine Compartment
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Engine Compartment
V8 ENGINE
1.Engine oil filler cap.
2.Engine oil dipstick.
3.Brake fluid reservoir.
4.Power steering reservoir.
5.Cooling system reservoir.
6.Washer reservoir.WARNING
While working in the engine compartment, 
ALWAYS observe the safety precautions 
listed under SAFETY IN THE GARAGE, 252.
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V6 ENGINE
1.Engine oil filler cap.
2.Engine oil dipstick.
3.Brake fluid reservoir.
4.Power steering reservoir.
5.Cooling system reservoir.
6.Washer reservoir.WARNING
While working in the engine compartment, 
ALWAYS observe the safety precautions 
listed under SAFETY IN THE GARAGE, 252.
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Engine Oil
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Engine Oil
CHECK & TOP-UP
The oil consumption of your engine is 
influenced by many factors. New engines reach 
the normal value only after 5000 km (3000 
miles). Under high loads your engine will also 
consume more oil.
Check the oil level at least every 400 km (250 
miles), when the engine is COLD and with the 
vehicle resting on level ground.
Note: If it is necessary to check the oil level 
when the engine is hot, switch off the engine 
and let the vehicle stand for five minutes to...

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Cooling System
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Cooling System
ENGINE COOLANT
WARNING
NEVER remove the filler cap when the engine 
is hot - escaping steam or scalding water 
could cause serious personal injury.
Unscrew the filler cap slowly, allowing the 
pressure to escape before removing 
completely.
Caution: NEVER run the engine without 
coolant.
Antifreeze will damage painted surfaces; 
soak up any spillage with an absorbent cloth 
immediately and wash the area with a 
mixture of car shampoo and water.
NEVER top up with salt...

Cooling System
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ANTIFREEZE
WARNING
Antifreeze is poisonous and can be fatal if 
swallowed - keep containers sealed and out 
of the reach of children. If accidental 
consumption is suspected, seek medical 
attention immediately.
If the fluid comes into contact with the skin or 
eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
Antifreeze contains important corrosion 
inhibitors. The antifreeze content of the coolant 
must be maintained at 50% ± 5% all year round 
(not just in cold conditions). To ensure...