Land Rover Range Rover 1999 Owners Handbook Aus Rover

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							Owner maintenance
129 OWNER MAINTENANCE
In addition to the routine services, which
should be carried out according to the
manufacturers recommendations at the
intervals shown in the Service Portfolio book,
a number of simple checks (listed below)
must be carried out by the owner or driver on
a regular basis. These are fully described on
the pages that follow.
Daily checks
·Operation of lights, horn, direction
indicators, wipers, washers and warning
lights.
·Operation of seat belts and brakes.
·Look for deposits on the garage floor
which may indicate a fluid leak.
Weekly checks
These should be carried out at least every
400 km.
·Engine oil level.
·Cooling system level.
·Screen washer reservoir level.
·Condition and pressure of tyres.
Monthly checks
·Brake fluid level.
·Power steering fluid level.
NOTE:Any significant or sudden drop in fluid
levels, or uneven tyre wear should be reported
to your dealer without delay.
The gearbox fluid level should only be
checked by a Land Rover dealer at the time of
a routine service.All fluid specifications and capacities are
shown inGeneral data.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Special operating conditions
When a vehicle is operated in extremely
arduous conditions or on dusty, wet or
muddy terrain, 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.
Contact a Land Rover dealer for advice. 
						

							Owner maintenance
130 Planned maintenance
Regular systematic maintenance is the key to
ensuring the continued reliability and
efficiency of your vehicle.
The routine maintenance requirements for
your vehicle are shown in the Service Portfolio
book. Most of this necessary workshop
maintenance requires specialised knowledge
and equipment, and should preferably be
entrusted to your Land Rover dealer.
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 regulations.
Incorrect engine settings may adversely affect
exhaust emissions, engine performance and
fuel consumption, as well as causing high
temperatures, which will result in damage to
the catalytic converter and the vehicle.
WARNING
Under no circumstances should any part of
the fuel system be dismantled or replaced
by anyone other than a suitably qualified
motor vehicle technician. Failure to comply
with this instruction may result in fuel
spillage with a consequent serious risk of
fire.Road testing on dynamometers
(rolling roads)
WARNING
Because your vehicle is equipped with
anti-lock brakes and permanent four-wheel
drive, it is essential that any dynamometer
testing is carried out ONLY by a qualified
person familiar with the dynamometer
testing and safety procedures practiced by
Land Rover dealers. Contact your Land
Rover dealer for further information.
Steering
The intermediate steering shaft connecting the
steering column to the steering box is
designed to disconnect under certain crash
conditions. This is a critical safety feature and
any servicing, replacement or repair must
ONLY be carried out by an authorised dealer
using approved Land Rover parts.
Examination of the intermediate shaft every
40,000 km or two years is an important part
of the vehicles servicing schedule. However,
you should be aware that a more thorough
examination MUST be carried out if the
vehicle is involved in a frontal collision.
Under no circumstances should any form of
oil, grease or lubricant be applied to any part
of the steering column at any time; any noise
or roughness of operation should be reported
to your dealer. 
						

							Owner maintenance
131 SAFETY IN THE GARAGE
Whenever you carry out maintenance on
your vehicle, the following safety
precautions should be observed at all times:
·ALWAYS keep hands, tools and items of
clothing clear of all drive belts and pulleys.
·DO NOT touch the exhaust or cooling
system components until they are cool.
·DO NOT touch electrical leads or
components with the starter switch turned
on.
·NEVER leave the engine running in an
unventilated area; exhaust gases contain
carbon monoxide which can cause
unconsciousness and may even be fatal.
·DO NOT work beneath the vehicle with a
vehicle lifting jack as the only means of
support.
·ENSURE sparks and naked lights are kept
away from the engine compartment.
WARNING
Remember; cooling fans may continue to
operate after the engine is switched off.
Always wait until the fans have completely
stopped moving before working in the
engine compartment.Poisonous liquids
Most liquids and lubricants used in motor
vehicles are poisonous and should not be
consumed or brought into contact with open
wounds. These include: battery acid,
anti-freeze, brake, clutch and power steering
fluids, as well as petrol, diesel, oil and
windscreen washer additives.
For your own safety, ALWAYS read and obey
all instructions printed on labels and
containers.
Used engine oil
Prolonged contact with engine oil may cause
serious skin disorders, including dermatitis
and cancer of the skin. ALWAYS wash
thoroughly after contact.
It is illegal to pollute drains, water courses or
soil with toxic chemicals such as used engine
oil. ALWAYS dispose of vehicle fluids and
lubricants at authorised waste disposal sites
or at garages which provide facilities for the
receipt of discharged batteries, used oil and
toxic chemicals. If in doubt contact your Local
Authority for advice.
PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT! 
						

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132
OPENING THE BONNET
Pull the bonnet release lever.
Lift the bonnet safety catch and raise the
bonnet.
Closing the bonnet
Lower the bonnet slightly until a stop is felt.
Then lift the bonnet up (to release the locking
strut) before lowering fully.
When the bonnet is approximately 300 mm
from its closed position, push down
CAREFULLY, using the palms of both hands
positioned on the leading edge of the bonnet
on either side of the radiator grill (where
shown in illustration). Check that the locks are
FULLY engaged by attempting to lift the front
edge of the bonnet, which should be free from
all movement. 
						

							Engine compartment
133
Petrol engines
1.Fusebox - engine compartment
2.Cooling system reservoir
3.Brake fluid reservoir
4.Engine oil dipstick
5.Washer reservoir
6.Engine oil filler cap
7.Power steering reservoir
WARNING
Before carrying out maintenance checks or
working in the engine compartment,
ALWAYS observe the safety precautions
listed under Safety in the garage, at the
beginning of the Owner maintenance section
of this handbook. 
						

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134
Petrol engine
ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK & TOP-UP
Check the oil level at least every 400 km when
the engine is COLD and with the vehicle
resting on level ground, as follows:
1.Withdraw the dipstick and wipe the blade
clean.
2.Fully reinsert the dipstick and withdraw
again to check the level, which should
NEVER be allowed to fall below the lower
mark on the dipstick.
3.To top-up, unscrew the oil filler cap and
add oil to maintain the level between the
UPPER and LOWER marks on the dipstick.
DO NOT OVERFILL!
As a general guide, if the level on the dipstick:
·is nearer to the upper mark than the lower,
add no oil.
·is nearer to the lower mark than the upper,
add half a litre of oil.
·is below the lower mark, add one litre of
oil and re-check the level after a further
five minutes.
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
allow the oil to drain back into the sump. Then
follow the procedure already described.
Oil Specification
It is essential to use an oil suitable for the
climatic conditions in which the vehicle is to
be operated. Precise specifications are shown
inGeneral data.If in doubt, contact your
Land Rover dealer. 
						

							Engine compartment
135 COOLING SYSTEM TOP-UP
WARNING
NEVER remove the filler cap when the
engine is hot; escaping steam or scalding
water could cause serious personal injury.
The coolant level in the expansion tank
should be checked at least weekly (more
often in high mileage or arduous operating
conditions). Always check the level WHEN
THE SYSTEM IS COLD.
Unscrew the filler cap slowly, allowing the
air pressure to escape, before removing
completely.
NEVER run the engine without coolant.
Top-up to the arrowhead (next to the seam)
on the side of the tank with a 50% mixture of
anti-freeze and water. Ensure the cap is
tightened fully after top-up is completed.
If the level has fallen appreciably, suspect
leakage or overheating and arrange for your
dealer to examine the vehicle.
DO NOT OVERFILL!Anti-freeze
Anti-freeze contains important corrosion
inhibitors. The anti-freeze/water solution must
be maintained at 50%±5% all year round
(not just in cold conditions). If the anti-freeze
content is allowed to exceed 55%, or reduces
to less than 45%, then either the cooling
performance or anti-corrosion properties of
the coolant will be adversely affected.
Use an ethylene glycol based anti-freeze
(containing no methanol) with non-phosphate
corrosion inhibitors suitable for use in
aluminium engines. The specific gravity of a
50% anti-freeze solution at 20°C is 1.075 and
protects against frost down to -36°C.
WARNING
·Prevent anti-freeze coming in contact
with the skin or eyes. If this occurs, rinse
immediately with copious amounts of
water.
·Anti-freeze is poisonous and can be fatal
if swallowed. If swallowing is suspected,
seek medical advice immediately.
·Anti-freeze will damage painted
surfaces.
·NEVER top up with salt water. Even when
travelling in territories where the water
supply contains salt, always ensure you
carry a supply of fresh (rain or distilled)
water. 
						

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136
WINDSCREEN WASHER TOP-UP
The windscreen washer reservoir also
supplies the rear screen and headlight washer
jets.
The message LOW SCREEN WASH appears
on the message centre whenever the washer
is operated and the reservoir fluid level is low.
To reset the message centre, top-up the
reservoir ONLY when the starter switch is
turned off.
Top-up with a mixture of water and an
approved screen washer solvent. In cold
weather, to prevent freezing, use the
recommended quantity of screenwash shown
in the table below to help disperse ice and
snow.
Reservoir capacity: 6.0 litre
-3°C-6°C -12°C -18°C
600 ml 1200 ml 2400 ml 3000 ml
WARNING
Do not use an anti-freeze solution in the
washer reservoir. Anti-freeze will damage
painted surfaces. 
						

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137
WARNING
Contact your dealer immediately if brake
pedal travel is unusually long or if there is
any appreciable drop in brake fluid level.
BRAKE FLUID CHECK
The fluid level will fall slightly during use as a
result of brake pad wear, but should not be
allowed to fall below the MIN mark. Any
substantial drop in fluid indicates a leak in the
system, in which case the vehicle must NOT
be driven and you should contact your dealer.
With the vehicle on level ground, check the
fluid level at least every month (more
frequently in high mileage or arduous
operating conditions) as follows:
1.Turn the starter switch to position II to
activate the pump (brake warning light
illuminates).
2.If the pump cannot be heard to operate,
press the brake pedal several times.
3.Wait until the pump has stopped operating
and the warning light has extinguished
before checking the fluid level.
WARNING
DO NOT drive if the reservoir fluid level is
below the MIN mark.
Brake/clutch fluid will damage painted
surfaces: soak up any spillage with an
absorbant cloth immediately and wash the
area with a mixture of car shampoo and
water.
If the fluid should come into contact with the
skin or eyes, rinse immediately with plenty
of fresh water.
Topping-up
Wipe the filler cap before removing to prevent
dirt from entering the reservoir, then top-up to
the MAX mark using a recommended fluid
(seeGeneral data).
Use only new fluid from a sealed container
(old fluid from opened containers or fluid
previously bled from the system must NOT be
used).
DO NOT OVERFILL!