Land Rover Range Rover 98my Owners Nas Rover Manual
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Engine compartment 128 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, ALWAYS use the recommended quantity of...
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Engine compartment 129 WARNING Contact your dealer immediately if brake pedal travel is unusually long or if there is any appreciable drop in brake fluid level. DO NOT drive if the reservoir fluid level is below the MIN mark. Brake 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 fluid should come into contact with the skin or eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of fresh water. BRAKE FLUID CHECK The...
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Engine compartment 130 POWER STEERING TOP-UP ONLY check the fluid level when the engine is switched off and the system is cold and ensure that the steering wheel is not turned after stopping the engine. Wipe the filler cap to prevent dirt from entering the reservoir. Remove the filler cap and, using a lint-free cloth, wipe the dipstick clean. Refit the filler cap fully and remove it again to check the fluid level. Add fluid to the reservoir until the level is between the upper mark and the bottom of the...
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Tyres 131 WARNING ·Never drive your vehicle if the tyres are badly worn, cut or damaged, or if the pressures are incorrect. ·Incorrectly inflated tyres wear rapidly and seriously affect the vehicles safety and road handling characteristics. Caring for your tyres Always drive with consideration for the condition of the tyres and frequently inspect the tread and side walls for signs of distortion or damage (in particular, look for lumps, cuts and bulges). Tyre pressures Tyre pressures should be checked at...
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Tyres 132 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 manufacturers original specification and that the load rating shown on the side wall is 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 back. DO NOT use cross-ply or tubed tyres, and DO NOT...
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Washer jets & wiper blades 133 WASHER JETS To adjust the front screen washer jets, insert a needle into the jet orifice and lever gently to position each jet, so that the spray is directed towards the horizontal centre line of the windscreen. To adjust the rear screen washer jet, insert a long needle-like probe into the jet orifice and lever gently to position the jet, so that the spray is directed towards the cross symbol printed on the screen glass.HEADLIGHT WIPERS Each headlight wiper arm has two...
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Washer jets & wiper blades 134 FRONT WIPER BLADE REPLACEMENT To renew a wiper blade, lift the wiper arm away from the windscreen, press the retaining clip (1) and slide the wiper blade down the arm to remove. Locate the new blade assembly on the arm and push into engagement until the blade is retained by the clip. Always fit replacement wiper blades that are identical to the original specification.
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Battery 135 WARNING ·Batteries contain sulphuric acid. If the acid comes into contact with the eyes or skin, wash immediately with cold water and seek medical advice. ·During normal operation batteries emit explosive hydrogen gas; ensure sparks, flames and other ignition sources (i.e. cigarattes) are kept away from the engine compartment. ·To reduce the risk of a short circuit, remove all metal wrist bands and jewellery before working in the engine compartment and NEVER allow the battery terminals or...
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Battery 136 WARNING ·DO NOT disconnect the battery when the security system is armed. ·To avoid damaging the vehicles electrical system, ensure correct polarity when refitting the battery. ·ONLY fit a replacement battery of the same type and specification as the original. Other batteries may vary in size and have different terminal positions, capable of creating a potential fire hazard if the terminals or leads were to come into contact with the battery clamp assembly. ·DO NOT use a high speed battery...
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Battery 137 EFFECTS OF BATTERY DISCONNECTION Following disconnection and reconnection of the battery, a number of the vehicles electronic control systems will fail to operate. These are listed below, together with the symptoms and action you should take to restore full operation. References are made to the appropriate section in this handbook for remedial action. Radio/cassette & CD player The unit will fail to operate. To restore operation, re-enter the security code (see In-car entertainment). Windows...