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Page 131

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...

Page 132

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...

Page 133

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...

Page 134

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...

Page 135

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...

Page 136

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...

Page 137

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. 

Page 138

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...

Page 139

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...

Page 140

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...
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