Land Rover Range Rover Owners Handbook Lm 2nd Edition Exp Rover

							170 Identification Numbers
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) . . . .   194
Parts & Accessories
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   195
AFTER SALES SERVICE  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   196 
						

							Maintenance
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Ow ner Maintena nc e
Ma inte na nceROUTINE 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 Service Portfolio book. 
Most of this necessary workshop maintenance 
requires specialised knowledge and equipment, 
and should preferably be entrusted to a Land 
Rover dealer.
Service Portfolio
The Service Portfolio book includes a Service 
Record section, which enables a record to be 
kept of all the oil services and inspections that 
are carried out on the vehicle. This section of 
the book also provides a facility for the dealer to 
record brake fluid changes, as well as the fitting 
of replacement airbag modules. 
Ensure your dealer signs and stamps the book 
after each oil service and inspection.
Brake fluid/component replacement
Brake fluid must be completely renewed every 
3 years, regardless of distance travelled.
Coolant replacement
The engine coolant (anti-freeze and water 
solution) needs to be replaced every 4 years, 
regardless of distance travelled. Your dealer 
will replace the coolant at the scheduled oil 
service.
OWNER MAINTENANCE
In addition to the routine services and 
inspections referred to previously, a number of 
simple checks must be carried out more 
frequently. You can carry out these checks 
yourself and advice is given on the pages that 
follow.
Any significant or sudden drop in fluid levels, 
or uneven tyre wear, should be reported to a 
dealer without delay.
Daily checks
•Operation of lights, horn, direction 
indicators, wipers, washers and warning 
lights.
•Operation of seat belts and brakes.
•Look for fluid deposits underneath the 
vehicle that might indicate a leak.
Weekly checks
•Engine oil level.
NOTE: The engine oil level should be 
checked more frequently if the vehicle is 
driven for prolonged periods at high speeds.
•Brake fluid level.
•Power steering fluid level.
•Screen washer fluid level.
•Tyre pressures and condition.
•Operate air conditioning
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All fluid specifications and capacities are shown 
in ‘LUBRICANTS AND FLUIDS’, page 237. 
						

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Driving in arduous conditions
SAFETY IN THE GARAGE
WARNING
Cooling fans may continue to operate after the 
engine is switched off. When the engine is 
hot, the cooling fans may also COMMENCE 
operating after the engine is switched off and 
continue operating for up to 10 minutes. Keep 
clear of all fans while working in the engine 
compartment.If you need to carry out maintenance, observe 
the following safety precautions at all times:
•Keep your hands and clothing away from 
drive belts and pulleys.
•If the vehicle has been driven recently, DO 
NOT TOUCH exhaust and cooling system 
components until the engine has cooled.
•DO NOT TOUCH electrical leads or 
components while the engine is running, or 
with the starter switch turned on.
•NEVER leave the engine running in an 
unventilated area - exhaust gases are 
poisonous and extremely dangerous.
•DO NOT work beneath the vehicle with the 
wheel changing jack as the only means of 
support.
•Ensure sparks and naked lights are kept 
away from the engine compartment.
•Wear protective clothing, including, where 
practicable, gloves made from an 
impervious material.
•Remove metal wrist bands and jewellery 
before working in the engine compartment.
•DO NOT allow tools or metal parts of the 
vehicle to make contact with the battery 
leads or terminals.
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.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Special operation 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:
•Repeated short distance driving (e.g. 
up to 10 km), stop-start driving or 
idling for long periods.
•Driving in dusty and/or sandy 
conditions.
•Driving on rough and/or muddy roads 
and/or wading.
•Driving in extremely hot conditions.
•Towing a trailer or driving in 
mountainous conditions.
Contact a Land Rover dealer for advice. 
						

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Poisonous fluids
Fluids 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 and power 
steering fluid, petrol, diesel, engine 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. Use authorised waste disposal 
sites to dispose of used oil and toxic chemicals.
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.
ROAD TESTING DYNAMOMETERS
(‘rolling roads’)
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.
PREPARATION FOR WINTER
Before the onset of winter, to prevent the door 
seals from freezing closed, apply Land Rover 
silicone spray to the flocked seals across the 
tops of the doors.
This action will need to be repeated at the start 
of each winter to maintain protection. 
						

							Bonnet Opening
174
Bo nne t Open in gBONNET OPENING
1.From inside the vehicle on the driver’s 
side, pull the bonnet release handle (see 
upper inset).
2.Lift the bonnet safety catch lever (lower 
inset) and raise the bonnet.Closing the bonnet
WARNING
DO NOT drive with the bonnet retained by the 
safety catch alone.
After closing the bonnet, check that the lock is 
fully engaged by attempting to lift the front edge 
of the bonnet. This should be free from all 
movement.
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							Engine Compartment
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E ngine  Co mpartme ntDIESEL ENGINE
1.Engine oil filler cap.
2.Brake fluid reservoir.
3.Washer reservoir.
4.Engine oil dipstick.
5.Power steering reservoir. 
6.Cooling system reservoir.WARNING
While working in the engine compartment, 
ALWAYS observe the safety precautions 
listed under Safety in the garage on a 
previous page.
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							Engine Compartment
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PETROL ENGINE
1.Engine oil dipstick.
2.Brake fluid reservoir.
3.Washer reservoir.
4.Engine oil filler cap.
5.Power steering reservoir. 
6.Cooling system reservoir.WARNING
While working in the engine compartment, 
ALWAYS observe the safety precautions 
listed under Safety in the garage on a 
previous page.
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							Engine Oil
177
E ngine  OilCHECK & TOP-UP
Check the oil level at least every 400 km, 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 
allow the oil to drain back into the sump. DO 
NOT start the engine.
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.
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 in 
‘LUBRICANTS AND FLUIDS’, page 237. If in 
doubt, contact your Land Rover dealer.
Diesel engine vehicles
1.Withdraw the dipstick and wipe the blade 
clean.
2.Fully re-insert 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! Clean up any oil 
spillage incurred when topping-up.
4.Check the oil level again.
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							Engine Oil
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Petrol engine vehicles
1.Withdraw the dipstick and wipe the blade 
clean.
2.Fully re-insert 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!
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							Cooling System
179
C ooling Sys te mCOOLANT CHECK AND TOP-UP
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.
NEVER run the engine without coolant.
Anti-freeze 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 water. When 
travelling in territories where the water 
supply contains salt, always ensure you carry 
a supply of fresh (rain or distilled) water.
Avoid spilling anti-freeze onto a hot engine - 
a fire may result.
The coolant level in the expansion tank should 
be checked at least weekly (more frequently in 
high mileage or arduous operating conditions). 
Always check the level WHEN THE SYSTEM IS 
COLD.
If it is necessary to remove the filler cap before 
the system has fully cooled, loosen the cap 
slowly, allowing the air pressure to escape 
gradually.Top-up with a 50% mixture of anti-freeze and 
water so that the float protrudes slightly from 
the filler neck, in accordance with the 
illustration inset. DO NOT OVERFILL!
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. H3908