Land Rover Range Rover 98my Owners Nas Rover Manual

							Cleaning & vehicle care
158 LOOKING AFTER THE INTERIOR
Clean plastic-faced or cloth covered surfaces
with diluted upholstery cleaner.
Leather seats, steering wheel and trim
features should be cleaned with a damp cloth
moistened with undiluted upholstery cleaner.
Leave for five minutes, and then repeat the
operation using a clean, cloth and water, but
avoid flooding the area! Dry and polish the
leather with a dry, clean, lint-free cloth.
DO NOT use gasoline, detergents, furniture
creams or polishes.
Instrument pack, clock & radio
Clean with a dry cloth. DO NOT use cleaning
fluids or sprays.
Seat belts
Extend belts, then use warm water and a
non-detergent soap to clean. Allow to dry
naturally, and do not retract until completely
dry.Airbag SRS
To prevent airbag SRS damage, the steering
wheel centre pad and area of the fascia panel
containing the passenger side airbag should
ONLY be cleaned sparingly with a damp cloth
and upholstery cleaner.
DO NOT allow these areas to be flooded with
liquid, and DO NOT use gasoline, detergent,
furniture cream or polishes. 
						

							Air cleaner
159
Renewing the air cleaner element at the
recommended service intervals (see your
Passport to Service) is extremely important.
However, to maintain optimum engine
performance under dusty operating
conditions, more frequent renewal will be
necessary. Consult your Land Rover dealer for
guidance.Air cleaner element removal
Release the five clips (1) securing the air
cleaner top, then release the two clips (2)
securing the hose to the rear of the air
cleaner. Detach the hose and remove the air
cleaner top to gain access to the element (3).
Discard the element and replace with a new
one before reassembling the unit. Always fit a
NEW element; under no circumstances should
a contaminated element be cleaned and used
again. 
						

							Spark plugs
160
Spark plug removal
Remove the plug leads (1), ensuring that you
hold the rubber shroud and NOT the H.T.
leads (this prevents damage occuring to the
connectors during removal).
Ensure that the recesses around the plugs are
free from debris (to avoid foreign matter
accidentally entering the cylinder head), and
use a suitable spark plug wrench to remove
the plugs and washers (2).
Cleaning and adjusting
Check or replace the spark plugs as
applicable. If the plugs are in good condition
but require adjusting, use a wire-brush to
clean the threads and the electrode sparking
surfaces (A). Then adjust the electrode gap to
the recommended clearance (B) as shown in
General data.
Refitting the plugs
When refitting, take care not to cross-thread
the spark plugs otherwise costly damage to
the cylinder head will result.
Only fit spark plugs of a type recommended
by the vehicle manufacturer. These are
specified in General data and must be
tightened to a torque of 14 to 16 lbf.ft (19 to
21,7 Nm). Note that incorrect grades of plug
may lead to engine failure and serious
damage.
Refitting the high tension leads
To ensure the correct firing order (1, 8, 4, 3,
6, 5, 7, 2), the high tension leads must be
replaced in the correct relationship to each
other (as illustrated). Failure to maintain the
correct plug lead connections will result in a
misfire and possible damage to the catalytic
converter.
When pushing the leads on to the plugs,
ensure that the shrouds are firmly seated on
the plugs. 
						

							Engine oil & filter
161 Ensure the engine oil is changed at the
recommended service intervals (see your
Passport to Service).
Under severe operating conditions (i.e. regular
use in muddy terrain or dusty conditions), the
engine oil must be changed frequently, even
to the extent of a daily change. Consult your
Land Rover dealer for guidance.
Engine oil drain and refill
With the engine warm (to assist oil drainage)
and the vehicle parked on firm, level ground,
remove the filler cap (1) and position a
container of suitable size (at least 4.87 litres
or 8.5 pints) under the drain plug (2) in the
bottom of the sump.
Remove the drain plug and copper washer
and allow the engine oil to drain into the
container.When the oil has thoroughly drained, clean
the drain plug and its mating surface on the
sump before securely refitting the plug
complete with a new copper washer.
WARNING
·Oil from the engine can be very hot -
take care when removing the drain plug.
·Prolonged contact with used engine oil
can cause serious skin disorders,
including dermatitis and cancer of the
skin. Wear protective clothing if possible
and ALWAYS wash thoroughly after
contact.
·DO NOT pollute drains, water courses or
soil. ONLY dispose of used engine oil
and other vehicle fluids at an authorised
waste disposal site.
Refill the engine with fresh oil suitable for the
climatic conditions in which the vehicle is to
be operated (precise specifications are shown
inGeneral data).
DO NOT overfill the engine! Remember that a
little oil will always remain in the engine after
draining and that, therefore, the quantity of oil
required to refill the engine will be slightly less
than the full capacity quoted in General data.
After filling, allow a few minutes to elapse
before checking the level on the dipstick (3)
(this will allow all the oil to drain into the
sump and enable a true reading to be
obtained). Once the correct level of oil is
shown on the dipstick, replace the filler cap. 
						

							Engine oil & filter
162 Oil filter renewal
To avoid draining the oil pump, it is essential
that the engine is filled with oil to the correct
level BEFORE the filter is removed. It is
therefore recommended that the engine oil is
renewed before work on the filter commences.
1.Clean the area around the filter head and
place a container beneath the engine.
2.Using a strap spanner or similar tool,
unscrew the filter anti-clockwise and
discard it.
3.Smear the seal of the new filter with clean
engine oil, partially fill the filter with oil,
and then screw on the filter clockwise until
it is securely in position. Use hand force
only. DO NOT overtighten.4.Start and run the engine. Do not rev the
engine until the oil pressure warning light
extinguishes. Check for oil leaks around
the filter and drain plug.
5.Stop the engine, wait a few minutes, then
check the oil level and top up if necessary. 
						

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SECTION 5
General data
Section Contents Page
Lubricants & fluids 165..................................
Capacities 167................................................
Engines 168....................................................
Steering 169...................................................
Electrical system 169......................................
Dimensions 169.............................................
Approach, departure & breakover
angles 170......................................................
Vehicle weights 171........................................
Towing weights 171.......................................
Fuel 172..........................................................
Wheels and tyres 172..................................... 
						

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							General data
165 LUBRICANTS & FLUIDS
Recommendations for all climates and conditions
COMPONENTS AMBIENT TEMPERATURE°F
Specification SAE
-22 -4 14 32 50 68 86 104 122
Engine sump
Oils must meet 5W/30
API service levels SG or SH 5W/40, 5W/50
10W/30
10W/40
10W/50
10W/60
Main gearbox - automatic
ATF Dexron III*
Transfer box
ATF Dexron III*
Final drive units
MIL-L-2105 or 90W EP
MIL-L-2105B, C or D 80W EP
Power steering
ATF Dexron III or Texmatic 9226*
* Manufacturer highly recommends the following blends:
- Exxon Superflo ATF Dexron III
- Texaco Havoline ATF-Mercon Dexron III 
						

							General data
166 Brake reservoir
Universal brake fluids or any brake fluid having a minimum boiling point of 500ÊF (260°
C) and complying with FMVSS 116 DOT 4.
Windscreen washers
Screen washer fluid.
Engine cooling system (petrol and diesel models)
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 68°F (20°C) is 1.075 and protects against frost down to
-33°F (-36°C).
Inertia reel seat belts
DO NOT LUBRICATE.These are lubricated for life during manufacture.
Battery terminals
Petroleum jelly. DO NOT use silicone grease.
Door locks
Lubricate at normal service intervals with FUCHS RENOCAL FN745. 
						

							General data
167 CAPACITIES
The following capacities are approximate and provided as a guide only. All oil levels must be set
using the dipstick or level plugs as applicable.
US units Imperial Metric
Fuel tank 24.6 US gall 20.4 Imp gall 93,0 litre
Engine sump 7.0 US quarts 11.6 Imp pt 6,6 litre
Automatic gearbox 11.6 US quarts 19.3 Imp pt 11,0 litre
Transfer box 2.4 US quarts 4.2 Imp pt 2,3 litre
Front differential 1.8 US quarts 3.0 Imp pt 1,7 litre
Rear differential 1.8 US quarts 3.0 Imp pt 1,7 litre
Cooling system 12.0 US quarts 20.0 Imp pt 11,3 litre
Washer reservoir 6.3 US quarts 10.5 Imp pt 6,0 litre