Land Rover Series Operation Part 1 2 Rover Manual
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APRIL 195026Do not fill beyond the H mark, otherwise you may experience trouble with sooted plugs and the engine may require more frequent decarbonisation than is really necessary. The engine oil-level should be checked daily in this way and topped up as found necessary. The oil pressure warning light on the instrument panel will glow when, for any reason, the oil pressure drops below 10 to 12 lb. per sq. in. (0,7 to 0,8 Kg.). It will, therefore, light up when the engine is stationary and will go out when the engine has started and the oil pressure has built up to exceed this figure. Should the warning light appear at any time during normal vehicle operation, the engine must be stopped immediately and the cause ascertained; usually it will be due to low oil level in the sump. ENGINE OIL CHANGES Except under tropical or severe winter conditions, it is recommended that the oil placed in the crankcase by the manufacturer be used for the first 750 miles (1.000 Km.) or 25 hours. Under such conditions, the engine oil should be changed immediately upon receipt of the vehicle to the appropriate grade as shown in this manual. At 750 miles (1.000. Km.), or 25 hours the oil should be changed. Thereafter, under good ROAD conditions, the engine oil need only be changed at intervals of 3,000 miles (5.000 Km.) provided that the EXTERNAL OIL FILTER is changed at every 9,000 miles (15.000 Km.). When the vehicle is used primarily for industrial or dusty FIELD work, the oil should be changed at each 75 hours, provided that the EXTERNAL OIL FILTER is changed at every 300 hours. It cannot be too strongly emphasised that, should the oil filter not be replaced at these intervals, the engine oil must he changed more frequently. DRAINING THE SUMP. The engine oil is drained by removing the plug in the bottom of the sump on the right-hand side. First run the engine to get the oil well warmed up, remove the plug and allow plenty of time for the dirty oil to drain completely away. Replace the plug and refill the engine by adding oil of the correct grade through the filler cap on the left-hand side. The sump capacity is 10 pints (5,5 litres). At the same time it is advisable to inspect the gauze intake filter in the sump and if necessary, clean it by washing in petrol.
APRIL 195027The filter can be detached without removing the sump by unscrewing the large brass plug on the right-hand side of the sump (Fig.6). EXTERNAL OIL FILTER. In addition to the coarse gauze suction filter in the sump, the oil is cleaned by means of an AC. type ZS1 pressure filter mounted externally on the engine. This filter continually cleans a proportion of the oil drawn from the front end of the bearing gallery pipe, the return being direct to the sump by external pipeline (Fig. 7). It should be renewed at intervals not exceeding 9,000 miles (15.000 Km.) if the vehicle is used primarily on the road and at every 300 hours if it is used mainly for field work. WATER PUMP. The water pump bearings are pre-packed with grease and require no further lubrication. DYNAMO. At about every 18,000 miles (30.000 Km.) or 500 hours, unscrew the lubricator at the end of the dynamo (Fig. 6), lift out the felt pad and spring and about half fill the lubricator with high melting-point grease. Replace the spring and felt pad. DISTRIBUTOR. Every 3,000 miles (5.000 Km.) or 100 hours, lubricate the distributor as follows: (i) Lightly smear the cam with clean engine oil. (ii) Lift off the rotor and add a few drops of thin machine oil to lubricate the cam bearing and distributor shaft. Replace the rotor and push it on to the shaft as far as possible. (iii) Add a few drops of thin machine oil through the hole marked OIL HERE in the contact-breaker base plate, to lubricate the automatic timing control. (iv) Place a small amount of clean engine oil on the contact breaker lever pivot. Do not allow oil to get on to the contacts. CLUTCH LUBRICATION. The clutch withdrawal mechanism is lubricated from the gearbox; hence no individual attention is required.
APRIL 195028MAIN GEARB0X LUBRICATION. Under extreme winter conditions, the oil should be changed on receipt of the vehicle to the appropriate grade. Every 1,000 miles (1.500Km.) or 30 hours, the main gearbox oil level should be checked and replenished as necessary. The dip-stick and filler cap on top of the gearbox are accessible through the cover plate on the gearbox cover in front of the seat-box; the level should be kept up to the “H” mark on the stick (Fig. 7). The oil should be drained off after the first 750 miles (1.000 Km) or 25 hours and thereafter at each 3,000 miles (5.000 Km.) or 100 hours, by removing the plug in the bottom of the gearbox casing (Fig. 5). Refill with the correct grade; the capacity is approximately 4 pints (2,25 litres). It is advisable to drain off the oil after a run when the unit is warm, as draining will then be faster and more complete. TRANSFER BOX LUBRICATION. The transfer box, transfer case and freewheel are lubricated as one unit, through a filler plug situated on the top panel of the transfer box (Fig. 6). Under extreme winter conditions, the oil should be changed on receipt of the vehicle to the appropriate grade. Check the oil level every l,000miles,(1.500Km.) or 30 hours by removing the level plug on the right-hand side of the box; this should be done immediately after a run when the unit is warm; if any oil runs out of the plug hole, allow it to do so, but if the level is low, add oil of the correct grade through the filler hole until it reaches the bottom of the level hole. Replace both plugs securely. The oil should be completely drained after the first 750 miles (1.000 Km.). or 25 hours and thereafter at every 3,000 miles (5.000 Km.) or 100 hours by removing the plug in the bottom of the transfer box housing (Fig. 5). Refill with new oil to the bottom of the level hole; the total. capacity of the unit is 6 pints (3,5 litres). FRONT AND REAR PROPELLER SHAFT LUBRICATION. Lubrication nipples are provided on the sliding portions of the front and rear propeller shafts (Fig. 5). Every 1,000 miles (1.500 Km.) or 30 hours apply one of the recommended oils at these two points, using the oil gun provided in the tool kit. Lubrication nipples are also fitted to the propeller shaft universal joints. Every 3,000 miles (5.000 Km.) or 100 hours, apply the correct grade of oil at these four points, preferably using the oil gun provided in the tool kit. If high pressure greasing equipment is used, great care must be taken not to damage the seals in the joints.
APRIL 195029Fig. 8 Rear axle. A – Oil filler/level plug.C – Brake bleed nipple. B – Breather.D – Oil drain plug. FRONT AND REAR AXLE LUBRICATION. Under extreme winter conditions, the oil should be changed on receipt of the vehicle to the appropriate grade. While it is necessary to make sure that the axles receive sufficient lubrication, it is important to avoid an excess of oil. This is especially so in the case of the rear axle, where the oil may reach the brake shoes and cause a serious loss in braking efficiency. The oil levels should be checked at each 1,000 miles (1.500 Km.) or 30 hours, immediately after a run when the axles are warm. Remove the combined level and filler plug from the axle casing banjo (on the right-hand side on the rear axle and at the front on the front axle - Figs. 8 and 9); if any oil runs out, allow it to do so, but if the level is low, add oil of the correct grade, using a syringe or suitable funnel, until it reaches the bottom of the filler hole. Replace the plug securely. The oil should be completely drained after the first 750 miles (1.000 Km.) or 25 hours and thereafter at every 3,000 miles (5.000 Km.) or 100 hours by removing the plug in the bottom of the axle casing. Refill with new oil to the bottom of the filler hole; the total capacity of each unit is approximately 3 pints (1,75 litre). NOTE:- A second oil filler/level plug is provided on the front axle at the rear of the differential casing; this is rather inaccessible on the vehicle, so that usually the front plug will always be used. TRACTA JOINT, SWIVEL PIN AND FRONT HUB LUBRICATION. The Tracta joints, swivel pins and front hubs receive their lubrication from common housings, the combined level and filler plugs being located at the rear of the joint housings on the centreline of the axle (Fig.10). Check the oil level in each joint at every 1,000 miles (1.500 Km.) or 30 hours by removing the plug immediately after a run when the unit is warm; if any oil runs out, allow it to do so, but if the level is low, add oil of the
APRIL 195030Fig. 9. Front axle (front view).Fig. 10. Front axle (rear view). A – Axle filler/level plug. B – Breather. C – Brake bleed nipple.D – Oil drain plug. E – Axle secondary filler/level plug. F – Tracta joint filler/level plug. correct grade, using a syringe or oil-gun, until it reaches the bottom of the filler hole. Replace the plug securely. The total capacity of each unit is approximately 1 pint (0,5 litre). STEERING LUBRICATION. The only component in the steering system requiring any lubrication attention is the steering box itself; the ball-joints and steering relay shaft are pre-packed with grease or oil and need no lubrication for the life of the vehicle, except in cases of repair after accidental damage or when dismantled for any other reason. An oil filler plug for the steering box will be found on top of the steering column just above the box. Every 1,000 miles (1.500 Km.) or 30 hours, remove the filler plug and add oil of the correct grade as required to bring the level to the bottom of the filler neck. Replace the plug securely. SUSPENSION LUBRICATION. The road springs are mounted on rubber bushes which require no lubrication. CHASSIS LUBRICATION. The only points on the chassis requiring lubrication attention are the brake and clutch pedal shafts, which are provided with Tecalemit grease nipples (Fig. 4). Every 3,000 miles (5.000 Km.) or 100 hours apply one of the recommended greases at these two points, using the grease gun provided in the tool kit.
APRIL 195031SUMMARY OF POINTS REQUIRING REGULAR ATTENTION Use only the recommended lubricants listed on the two following pages. These maintenance items are listed for the main part on a mileage basis, but it will be appreciated that in many cases the necessity for attention is also related to running hours, especially where the vehicle is used largely for driving stationary equipment or slow-speed agricultural work. Throughout the summary, page references are given on which the item concerned is dealt with at length and, where applicable, some indication of time interval is given. It is therefore most important that attention be transferred to these pages at appropriate points. DAILY: Before starting the engine, check: 1. Level of oil in the engine sump. (Page 21) 2. Level of water in radiator. (Page 43). WEEKLY: 1. TYRES. Check pressure and inflate if necessary (Page 57). Examine tyres, for cuts and damage and remove any embedded flints, etc. 2. WHFELS. Check wheel nuts for tightness. 3. BRAKES. Check the level of fluid in the hydraulic reservoir and replenish if necessary. (Page 54). AT FIRST 750 MILES (1.000 Km.): 1. Your dealer will carry out the first service check-over as detailed on the Free Service Card supplied with the vehicle. EVERY 1,000 MILES (1.500 Km.): 1. BATTERY. Check the acid level and replenish as necessary. (Page 64). 2. GEARBOX AND TRANSFER BOX. Inspect the oil levels and replenish as necessary. (Page 28). 3. FRONT AND REAR AXLES. Inspect the oil levels and replenish as necessary. (Page 29). 4. TRACTA JOINTS. Inspect the oil levels and replenish as necessary. (Page 29). Continued on Pages 34-35.
APRIL 195032RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS – I VACUUMWAKEFIELDESSOComponents and Conditions AgriculturalCarAgriculturalCarAgriculturalCarClassificationExtreme Winter (below 10° F.)-Mobiloil Arctic SpecialAgricastrol ZCastrol ZEssolube 10Essolube 10S.A.E. 10WWinter (10° F. to 32 ° F.)Tractor Oil 620Mobiloil ArcticAgricastrol LTCastroliteEssolube 20Essolube 20S.A.E. 20WSummer (32° F. to 90° F.)Tractor Oil 630Mobiloil AAgricastrol MediumCastrol XLEssolube 30Essolube 30S.A.E. 30ENGINE AIR CLEANER AND GOVERNOR Tropical (above 90° F.)Tractor Oil 640Mobiloil AFAgricastrol HeavyCastrol XXLEssolube 40Essolube 40S.A.E. 40UPPER CYLINDER LUBRICANTMobil UpperlubeMobil UpperlubeCastrolloCastrollo---Normal (above 10° F.)Tractor Oil 650Mobiloil DAgricastrol HeavyCastrol XXLEssolube 50Essolube 50S.A.E. 50GEARBOX AND TRANSFER CASEExtreme Winter (below 10° F.)-Mobiloil CW SpecialAgricastrol MediumCastrol XLGear Oil 80Gear Oil 80S.A.E. 80 Gear Oil or S.A.E. 30 Engine OilNormal (above 10° F.)Tractor EP Gear OilMobilube GX90 or Mobilube EPWAgricastrol Gear Oil EPCastrol Hi-pressExpee Compound 90Expee Compound 90S.A.E. 90EPDIFFERENTIALS AND TRACTA JOINTSExtreme Winter (below 10° F.)-Mobilube GX80Agricastrol Gear Oil EPCastrol Hypoy 80Expee Compound 80Expee Compound 80S.A.E. 80EPNormal (above 10° F.)Tractor Gear Oil 140Mobilube CAgricastrol Gear Oil MediumCastrol DGear Oil 140 HeavyGear Oil 140 HeavyS.A.E. 140STEERING BOX AND LUBRICATION NIPPLESExtreme Winter (below 10° F.)-Mobilube CW SpecialAgricastrol Gear Oil MediumCastrol STGear Oil 80Gear Oil 80S.A.E. 80 Gear Oil or S.A.E. 30 Engine OilSTEERING RELAY LEVER (SEALED)Tractor Gear Oil 140Mobilube CAgricastrol Gear Oil MediumCastrol DGear Oil 140 HeavyGear Oil 140 HeavyS.A.E. 140REAR POWER TAKE-OFF AND PULLY UNITTractor Oil 620Mobilube ArcticAgricastrol LightCastroliteEssolube 20Essolube 20S.A.E. 20WCAPSTAN WINCHTractor Oil 640Mobilube AFAgricastrol HeavyCastrol XXLEssolube 40Essolube 40S.A.E.40NOTE: 10° F. = -12° C.; 32° F. = 0° C.; 90° F. = 32° C. Wherever possible, the “Agricultural” grades of lubricant should be used; the corresponding “Car” grades are shown as alternatives when they are not obtainable. If neither of these grades is available, good quality oils corresponding to the S.A.E. numbers may be used.
APRIL 195033RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS – II PRICE’SSHELLComponents and Conditions AgriculturalCarAgriculturalCarClassificationExtreme Winter (below 10° F.)Olympia 10Energol S.A.E. 10-X.100-S.A.E. 10 or Silver ShellS.A.E. 10WWinter (10° F. to 32 ° F.)Olympia FEnergol S.A.E. 20Tractor Oil 20X.100-S.A.E. 20 or Single ShellS.A.E. 20WSummer (32° F. to 90° F.)Olympia MEnergol S.A.E. 30Tractor Oil 20X.100-S.A.E.30 or Double ShellS.A.E. 30ENGINE AIR CLEANER AND GOVERNOR Tropical (above 90° F.)Olympia YEnergol S.A.E. 40Tractor Oil 20X.100-S.A.E. 40 or Double Extra ShellS.A.E. 40UPPER CYLINDER LUBRICANTEnergol U.C.L.Energol U.C.L.Donax UDonax U-Normal (above 10° F.)Olympia OEnergol S.A.E. 60Tractor Oil 50X.100-S.A.E. 50 or Triple ShellS.A.E. 50GEARBOX AND TRANSFER CASE Extreme Winter (below 10° F.)Olympia YEnergol S.A.E. 40Tractor Oil 30X.100-S.A.E. 30 or Double ShellS.A.E. 80 Gear Oil or S.A.E. 30 Engine OilNormal (above 10° F.)Olympia EPEnergol EP S.A.E. 90EP Tractor Gear Oil S.A.E. 90 EPSpirax 90 EPS.A.E. 90EPDIFFERENTIALS AND TRACTA JOINTSExtreme Winter (below 10° F.)-Energol EP S.A.E. 80-Spirax 80 EPS.A.E. 80EPNormal (above 10° F.)Olympia Gear D.K.Energol S.A.E. 140Tractor Gear Oil S.A.E. 140Spirax C-S.A.E. 140 or Dentax 140S.A.E. 140STEERING BOX AND LUBRICATION NIPPLESExtreme Winter (below 10° F.)Olympia AmberEnergol S.A.E. 90Tractor Oil 30X.100-S.A.E. 30 or Double ShellS.A.E. 80 Gear Oil or S.A.E. 30 Engine OilSTEERING RELAY LEVER (SEALED)Olympia Gear D.K.Energol S.A.E. 140Tractor Gear Oil S.A.E. 140Spirax C-S.A.E. 140 or Dentax 140S.A.E. 140REAR POWER TAKE- OFF AND PULLY UNITOlympia FEnergol S.A.E. 20Tractor Oil 20X.100-S.A.E. 20 or Single ShellS.A.E. 20WCAPSTAN WINCHOlympia YEnergol S.A.E. 40Tractor Oil 40X.100-S.A.E. 40 or Double Extra ShellS.A.E.40NOTE: 10° F. = -12° C.; 32° F. = 0° C.; 90° F. = 32° C. Wherever possible, the “Agricultural” grades of lubricant should be used; the corresponding “Car” grades are shown as alternatives when they are not obtainable. If neither of these grades is available, good quality oils corresponding to the S.A.E. numbers may be used.
APRIL 1950345. STEERING BOX. Remove the filler plug and top up with oil as required (Page 30). 6. PROPELLER SHAFTS. Lubricate the nipples on the sliding joints (Page 28). 7. BRAKES. Adjust as necessary. (Pages 53-55). AT FIRST 1,500 MILES (2.500 Km.): 1. Your dealer will carry out the second service cheek-over as detailed on the Free Service Card supplied with the vehicle. EVERY 3,000 MILES (5.000 Km.): 1. ENGINE. Drain the sump, clean the gauze intake and refill with fresh oil. (Page 26). Clean and refill the air cleaner. (Page 50). 2. SPARKING PLUGS. Inspect and re-set gaps to .023-.026 in. (0,60- 0,65 mm.) if necessary. 3. TAPPETS. Cheek tappet adjustment. (Page 38). 4. DISTRIBUTOR. Lubricate as described on Page 27. 5. DYNAMO AND FAN BELT. Check tension and adjust as required. (Page 42). 6. CLUTCH. It is important to see that correct free movement is maintained at the pedal pad. Adjust as required. (Page 39). 7. GEARBOX AND TRANSFER BOX. Drain off the oil and refill with fresh lubricant. (Page 28). 8. FRONT AND REAR AXLES. Drain off the oil and refill with fresh lubricant. (Page 29). 9. FRONT AND REAR AXLES. Check tightness of U-bolts securing the axles to the springs. 10. PEDALS. Lubricate the nipples or the pedal spindles. (Page 30). 11. WHEELS. Change round all wheels to give them equal spells of duty. (Page.57). 12. PROPELLER SHAFTS. Lubricate the journal nipples (Page 28). EVERY 6,000 MILES (10.000 Km.): 1. FUEL SYSTEM. Clean sediment bowl and fuel pump filter. (Pages 45 and 46). 2. DISTRIBUTOR. Clean and cheek as described on Page 68. 3. BRAKES. If the brakes have been harshly used, relining may be desirable.
APRIL 195035EVERY 9,000 MILES (15.000 Km.). 1. ENGINE. Replace the AC. external oil filter. (Page 27). EVERY 18,000 MILES (30.000 Km.): 1. DYNAMO. Lubricate as described on Page 27. GENERAL. A few spots of oil should be applied to all exposed joints, such as throttle joints, brake joints, door locks and hinges, etc., as frequently as possible - at least once every month. At the same time it is a sound practice to look over such points as wiring (where this is exposed), brake pipes and control rods for signs of chafing which might cause shorts or leaks. DECARBONISING It is not possible to lay down any hard and fast rule concerning the mileage intervals at which the engine should be decarbonised and the valves ground in, for it is not actually necessary to carry out the operation until there is a fall-off in performance. As that condition is not always readily detected under varying conditions of service, your nearest Rover dealer will always be pleased to advise you on the matter. If you are in any doubt at all, it is far better to depend upon mileage as your guide and decarbonise and grind in the valves every 9,000 miles (15.000 Km.). In cases where the vehicle is used almost exclusively for stationary work, decarbonising should be carried out at intervals of 300-500 hours.