light LAND ROVER DEFENDER 1996 Workshop Manual

01INTRODUCTION
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INFORMATION JUMP STARTING
WARNING: Hydrogen and oxygen gases
are produced during normal battery
operation. This gas mixture can explode if
flames, sparks or lighted tobacco are brought
near battery. When charging or using a battery in
an enclosed space, always provide ventilation and
shield your eyes.
Keep out of reach of children. Batteries contain
sulphuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or
clothing. Also, shield eyes when working near
battery to protect against possible splashing of
acid solution. In case of acid contact with skin,
eyes, or clothing, flush immediately with water for
a minimum of fifteen minutes. If acid is swallowed,
drink large quantities of milk or water, followed by
milk of magnesia, a beaten egg, or vegetable oil.
SEEK MEDICAL AID IMMEDIATELY.
To Jump Start - Negative Ground Battery
WARNING: To avoid any possibility of
injury use particular care when connecting
a booster battery to a discharged battery.
1.Position vehicles so that jump leads will reach,
ensuring that vehiclesDO NOT TOUCH,
alternatively a fully charged slave battery may be
positioned on floor adjacent to vehicle.
2.Ensuring that ignition and all electrical
accessories are switched off, that parking brake
is applied and neutral is selected, connect the
jump leads as follows;
A.Connect one end of first jumper cable to positive
(+) terminal of booster battery.
B.Connect other end of first jumper cable to positive
(+) terminal of discharged battery.
C.Connect one end of second jumper cable to
negative terminal of booster battery.
D.Connect other end of second jumper cable to a
good earth point on the disabled vehicle (eg. engine
front lifting eye, as shown in J6086),NOT TO
NEGATIVE TERMINAL OF DISCHARGED
BATTERY.Keep jumper lead away from moving
parts, pulleys, drive belts and fan blade assembly.
WARNING: Making final cable connection
could cause an electrical arc which if
made near battery could cause an
explosion.
3.If booster battery is installed in another vehicle,
start engine and allow to idle.
4.Start engine of vehicle with discharged battery,
following starting procedure in Owners' Manual.
CAUTION: If vehicle fails to start within a
maximum time of 12 seconds, switch
ignition off and investigate cause. Failing
to follow this instruction could result in
irrepairable damage to catalyst, if fitted.
5.Remove negative (-) jumper cable from the
engine and then terminal of booster battery.
6.Remove positive (+) jumper cable from positive
terminals of booster battery and discharged
battery.

GENERAL SPECIFICATION DATA
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INFORMATION AIR CONDITIONING
System CFC free expansion valve system.............................................................................
Compressor Sanden TRS105N.....................................................................
Refrigerant R134a CFC free.......................................................................
Charge quantity 1.1 Kg................................................................
WIPER MOTORS
Tailgate wiper motor
Make/type IMOS (non-serviceable)........................................................................
Running current, wet screen at 20°C ambient 1.0 to 2.8 amps.................
Wiper speed, wet screen at 20°C ambient 37 to 43 cycles per minute.......................
Windscreen wiper motor
Make/type Lucas 14W uprated two speed........................................................................
Armature end float 0,1 to 0,2 mm............................................................
Brush length, minimum 4,8 mm....................................................
Brush spring tension 140 to 200 g........................................................
Resistance of armature winding
at 16ÊC (69ÊF) measured between adjacent
commutatator segments 0.23 to 0.35 ohms...................................................
Light running, rack disconnected: current at 13.5 V 2.0 amps.........
Wiper speed, wet screen, 60 seconds from cold Low speed - 45±3 rev/min, High speed - 65±5 ..............
rev/min
ELECTRICAL
System 12 volt, negative ground.............................................................................
Battery
Make/type - standard Land Rover Parts and Equipment/Lucas maintenance.......................................................
free 9-plate 072
Make/type - heavy duty Land Rover Parts and Equipment/Lucas maintenance....................................................
free 14-plate 663
Generator
Manufacturer Magnetti Marelli....................................................................
Type A127 - 100amp.................................................................................
Polarity Negative ground.............................................................................
Brush length:
New 17 mm.........................................................................
Worn, minimum free protrusion from moulding 5 mm........
Brush spring pressure flush with moulding 1.3N to 2.7N......................
Regulator voltage 13.6 to 14.4 volts.............................................................
Nominal output
Generator speed 6000 rev/min.....................................................
Control voltage 14 volt........................................................
Amp 65 amp.........................................................................

04GENERAL SPECIFICATION DATA
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INFORMATION Fuses
Type Autofuse (blade type) blow ratings to suit individual.................................................................................
circuits
Horns
Make/type Mixo TR99........................................................................
Starter motor
Make and type Bosch 12v.................................................................
BULBS
REPLACEMENT BULBS TYPE
Headlamps 12V 60/55W Halogen
Front side lamps 12V 5W bayonet
Side repeater lamps 12V 5W capless
Tail lamps 12V 5/21W bayonet
Direction indicator lamps 12V 21W bayonet
Number plate lamp 12V 5W capless
Reverse lamp 12V 21W bayonet
Rear fog guard lamp 12V 21W bayonet
Interior roof lamps 12V 10W festoon
Instrument illumination 12V 1.2W capless
Warning light panel 12V 1.2W bulb/holder unit
Hazard warning switch 12V 1.2W capless
CAUTION: The fitting of new bulbs with wattages in excess of those specified will result in damage
to vehicle wiring and switches.

ENGINE TUNING DATA
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INFORMATION 300 Tdi ENGINE
Type2.5 Litre Turbo diesel intercooled .................................................................................
Firing order1-3-4-2 .....................................................................
Injection timing1,54 mm lift at T.D.C. ...............................................................
Injection timing with electronic EGR1,40 mm lift at T.D.C. ............................
Timing marks:
Valve timing - manual Slot for pin in flywheel and TDC mark on front pulley........................................................
Injection timing Timing pin (service tool).................................................................
Tappet clearances inlet and exhaust 0,20 mm cold...............................
Valve timing: Inlet Exhaust
- Opens 16°B.T.D.C. ............................................................................ 51°B.B.D.C.
- Closes 42°A.B.D.C. ............................................................................ 13°A.T.D.C.
- Peak 103°A.T.D.C. ............................................................................... 109°B.T.D.C.
- Lift 9,67 mm.................................................................................. 9,97 mm
Maximum governed speeds:
- No load (neutral/full throttle) 4600 + 40 - 120 rev/min...........................................
- Idle speed at running temperature 720±20 rev/min .................................
- Die-down time 4 seconds................................................................
INJECTION PUMP
Make & type - standard Bosch rotary R509 type with boost control and two....................................................
speed mechanical governor with auto advance and
solenoid electrical shut-off. Tamper proof sealing on,
no load governed speed and fuel adjustment screws.
Constant volume delivery valves
Make & type - Electronic EGR Bosch rotary R509/1 type with boost control and two.........................................
speed mechanical governor with auto advance and
solenoid electrical shut-off. Tamper proof sealing on
flight speed and fuel adjustment screws. Constant
volume delivery valves. Throttle position sensor for
EGR control.
HEATER PLUGS
Make & type Probe type, No.0100226129A Beru 12 volts.....................................................................
Time to reach operating temperature of 850°C 8 seconds...............

07GENERAL FITTING REMINDERS
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INFORMATION PREPARATION
1.Clean components and surrounding area prior to
removal.
2.Blank off any openings exposed by component
removal using greaseproof paper and masking
tape.
3.Immediately seal fuel, oil or hydraulic lines when
separated, using plastic caps or plugs, to
prevent loss of fluid and entry of dirt.
4.Close open ends of oilways, exposed by
component removal, with tapered hardwood
plugs or readily visible plastic plugs.
5.Immediately a component is removed, place it in
a suitable container; use a separate container for
each component and its associated parts.
6.Before dismantling a component, clean it
thoroughly with a recommended cleaning agent;
check that agent is suitable for all materials of
component.
7.Clean bench and provide marking materials,
labels, containers and locking wire before
dismantling a component.
DISMANTLING
1.Observe scrupulous cleanliness when
dismantling components, particularly when
brake, fuel or hydraulic system parts are being
worked on. A particle of dirt or a cloth fragment
could cause a dangerous malfunction if trapped
in these systems.
2.Blow out all tapped holes, crevices, oilways and
fluid passages with an air line. Ensure that any
O-rings used for sealing are correctly replaced or
renewed, if disturbed.
3.Use marking ink to identify mating parts, to
ensure correct reassembly. If a centre punch or
scriber is used they may initiate cracks or
distortion of components.
4.Wire together mating parts where necessary to
prevent accidental interchange (e.g. roller
bearing components).
5.Wire labels on to all parts which are to be
renewed, and to parts requiring further
inspection before being passed for reassembly;
place these parts in separate containers from
those containing parts for rebuild.
6.Do not discard a part due for renewal until it has
been compared with the new part, to ensure that
its correct replacement has been obtained.INSPECTION-GENERAL
1.Never inspect a component for wear or
dimensional check unless it is absolutely clean;
a slight smear of grease can conceal an incipient
failure.
2.When a component is to be checked
dimensionally against figures quoted for it, use
correct equipment (surface plates, micrometers,
dial gauges, etc.) in serviceable condition.
Makeshift checking equipment can be
dangerous.
3.Reject a component if its dimensions are outside
limits quoted, or if damage is apparent. A part
may, however, be refitted if its critical dimension
is exactly limit size, and is otherwise satisfactory.
4.Use 'Plastigauge' 12 Type PG-1 for checking
bearing surface clearances. Directions for its
use, and a scale giving bearing clearances in
0,0025 mm steps are provided with it.

GENERAL FITTING REMINDERS
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INFORMATION COTTER PINS
1.Fit new cotter pins throughout when replacing
any unit.
2.Always fit cotter pins where cotter pins were
originally used. Do not substitute spring
washers: there is always a good reason for the
use of a cotter pin.
3.All cotter pins should be fitted as shown unless
otherwise stated.
NUTS
1.When tightening a slotted or castellated nut
never loosen it to insert cotter pin or locking wire
except in those recommended cases where this
forms part of an adjustment. If difficulty is
experienced, alternative washers or nuts should
be selected, or washer thickness reduced.
2.Where self-locking nuts have been removed it is
advisable to replace them with new ones of the
same type.
NOTE: Where bearing pre-load is involved
nuts should be tightened in accordance
with special instructions.
LOCKING WIRE
1.Fit new locking wire of the correct type for all
assemblies incorporating it.
2.Arrange wire so that its tension tends to tighten
the bolt heads, or nuts, to which it is fitted.SCREW THREADS
1.Both UNF and Metric threads to ISO standards
are used. See below for thread identification.
2.Damaged threads must always be discarded.
Cleaning up threads with a die or tap impairs the
strength and closeness of fit of the threads and
is not recommended.
3.Always ensure that replacement bolts are at
least equal in strength to those replaced.
4.Do not allow oil, grease or jointing compound to
enter blind threaded holes. The hydraulic action
on screwing in the bolt or stud could split the
housing.
5.Always tighten a nut or bolt to the recommended
torque value. Damaged or corroded threads can
affect the torque reading.
6.To check or re-tighten a bolt or screw to a
specified torque value first loosen a quarter of a
turn, then re-tighten to the correct value.
7.Oil thread lightly before tightening to ensure a
free running thread, except in the case of
threads treated with sealant/lubricant, and
self-locking nuts.
UNIFIED THREAD IDENTIFICATION
1. Bolts
A circular recess is stamped in the upper surface
of the bolt head.
2. Nuts
A continuous line of circles is indented on one of
the flats of the hexagon, parallel to the axis of
the nut.
3. Studs, Brake Rods, etc.
The component is reduced to the core diameter
for a short length at its extremity.

ENGINE
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REPAIR ENGINE
Service repair no - 12.41.01
Remove
NOTE: A chassis undertray may be fitted
on some vehicle derivatives to conform to
legal requirements. When under chassis
remove and refit procedures are required, it may
be necessary to remove the undertray and/or
integral access panels.
See CHASSIS AND BODY, Repair, Front
undertray
orSee CHASSIS AND BODY, Repair,
Rear undertray
CAUTION: Seal all exposed pipe ends
against ingress of dirt after disconnection.
1.Ensure vehicle is level and apply park brake.
2.Disconnect battery.
NOTE: The vehicle may be fitted with an
alarm and immobilisation system using a
battery backed-up alarm sounder.
See ELECTRICAL, Repair, battery
3.Remove bonnet.
4.Remove cable ties securing gearbox harness to
breather pipes.
5.Disconnect harness from diff lock and reverse
light switches.
6.Manouvre harness into engine bay.
7.Remove air cleaner.
See FUEL SYSTEM,
Repair, Air cleaner
8.Remove radiator assembly.See COOLING
SYSTEM, Repair, Radiator
If air conditioning is fitted the condenser will
have to be removed, compressor pipes and
heater matrix hoses disconnected.
See AIR CONDITIONING, Repair, Condenser
9.Remove rocker cover insulation.
10.Remove feed pipe/hose from turbo-charger and
intercooler.
11.Disconnect heater hoses from cylinder head and
heater rails.
12.Disconnect electrical feed plug at rear of cylinder
head.
13.Disconnect heater plug feed wire.

ENGINE
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REPAIR Refit
12.Lightly grease pulley spigot and locate pulley
onto cranshaft.
13.Fit pulley retaining bolt.
14.Fit pulley retainerLRT-12-080and secure with 4
bolts.
15.Tighten pulley nut to
80 Nm (59 lbf/ft)+90°.
16.Remove pulley retainer.
17.Fit drive belt.
See ELECTRICAL, Repair,
Auxiliary drive belt; Refit
18.Fit fan cowl.See COOLING SYSTEM, Repair,
Fan cowl
19.Fit viscous coupling and fan.See COOLING
SYSTEM, Repair, Viscous coupling and fan
20.Fit intercooler to induction manifold hose.
21.Fit radiator top hose.
22.Refill cooling system.
See COOLING SYSTEM,
Repair, Drain and refill cooling system
23.Reconnect battery.FRONT COVER PLATE AND SEAL
Service repair no - 12.65.01
Remove
1.Disconnect battery.
2.Drain coolant.
See COOLING SYSTEM,
Repair, Drain and refill cooling system
3.Remove top hose from radiator.
4.Remove intercooler to induction manifold hose.
5.Remove viscous coupling and fan.
See
COOLING SYSTEM, Repair, Viscous
coupling and fan
6.Remove fan cowl.See COOLING SYSTEM,
Repair, Fan cowl
7.Remove drive belt.See ELECTRICAL, Repair,
Auxiliary drive belt
8.Remove crankshaft pulley.See Crankshaft
pulley
9.Remove 14 bolts securing front cover plate. Note
that top 2 bolts also retain thermostat hose clips.
10.Remove cover plate complete with gasket.
11.Remove small gasket from centre bolt boss.
Seal replacement
12.Remove worn seal from cover and clean recess.
13.Support cover and fit new seal, open side fitted
into recess, using special toolLRT-12-077.

12ENGINE
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REPAIR
28.Lower cylinder head onto block ensuring correct
location with dowels.
NOTE: Cylinder head retaining bolts can
be used up to a maximum of five times.
29.Lubricate threads of bolts with light oil and fit to
positions shown below. (Fit air cleaner mounting
bracket at positions 6 and 14).
Bolt sizes:
M10 x 117mm locations 3, 5, 12, and 13.
M12 x 140mm locations 1, 2, 7, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17,
and 18.
M12 x 100mm locations 4, 6, 11, 14.
30.Tighten bolts so that underside of heads just
make contact with cylinder head.
31.Following the sequence indicated, tighten all
bolts to
40 Nm (30 lbf/ft).
32.Attach angle gaugeLRT-12-007.
33.Make a suitable pointer from welding rod and
attach to a bolt screwed into a rocker shaft
securing bolt hole.
34.Tighten all bolts through 60°strictly in sequence
illustrated.
35.Repeat 60°tightening procedure, again strictly in
sequence illustrated.
36.Tighten the 10 longer bolts (M12 x 140mm) a
further 20°, again following the sequence
illustrated.
NOTE: Repositioning of the pointer will be
necessary to reach all bolts, the pointer
can be fitted to the rocker shaft securing
studs using 2 nuts.
CAUTION: The double tightening
procedure MUST be carried out, on no
account should the bolt tightening be
performed in one operation, otherwise damage to
the cylinder head may occur.
37.Fit valve stem caps.
38.Fit push rods to locations from which they were
removed.
39.Position rocker shaft assembly over locating
studs and fit retaining nuts and bolts, but do not
tighten at this stage.
40.Attach angle gaugeLRT-12-007.
41.Make a suitable pointer and attach to one of the
rocker shaft locating studs.
42.Tighten all fixings in turn to
5 Nm (4 lbf/ft).Then
tighten a further 50°in same sequence.
NOTE: Repositioning of the pointer will be
necessary to reach all fixings.

FUEL SYSTEM
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION OPERATION
Diesel engines operate by compression ignition. The
rapid compression of air in the cylinder during the
compression cycle heats the air and when fuel is
injected into the heated air, it ignites instantaneously.
During cold tarting, automatically controlled heater
plugs assist in raising the temperature of the
compressed air to ignition point.
A cold start advance unit advances the injection timing
to further assist starting. Idle quality is improved by
the high idle setting.
The engine is supplied with pre-compressed air by a
single stage turbocharger.
Exhaust gases passing over a turbine cause it to
rotate, driving a compressor mounted on the turbine
shaft. Air drawn from the cold air intake passes, via
the air cleaner, to the turbocharger where it is
compressed. Compression in the turbocharger warms
up the air considerably, so that it expands. As a result
the air mass per cylinder is reduced, having a
negative effect on power output. By fitting a charge-air
intercooler, located on the LH side of the radiator, the
air is cooled before reaching the cylinders. This
increases power output through increased mass of
oxygen in the combustion process, as well as
maximising engine durability, through maintaining
lower piston and head temperatures.
Fuel is drawn from the tank by a mechanical lift pump
and passes to the injection pump via a filter. In
addition to removing particle contamination from the
fuel, the filter incorporates a water separator, which
removes and stores water.
The sedimentor/s, when fitted, is located adjacent to
the fuel tank/s and separates contamination and water
particles in the fuel before reaching the fuel lift pump.
The injection pump meters a precisely timed, exact
quantity of fuel to the injectors in response to throttle
variations, injection timing varying with engine speed.
Any excess fuel delivered to the injection pump is
passed back to the tank via the spill return line.
Fuel is injected in a finely atomised form into the main
combustion chamber, the burning fuel expands
rapidly, creating extreme turbulence which mixes the
burning fuel thoroughly with the compressed air,
providing complete combustion.Cold Starting is assisted by heater plugs, a cold start
advance unit and a high idle setting.
Heater plugs
Heater plug operation is controlled by a timer unit,
start relay and resistor. When the ignition is turned on
the timer unit is energised, the heater plugs start to
operate and a warning light on the dashboard
illuminates, remaining on until the heater plugs are
automatically switched off.
The length of time the heater plugs will operate is
dependent on under bonnet temperature, which is
monitored by a sensor located in the timer unit.
Starting the engine results in the power supply to the
heater plugs passing through the resistor, which
reduces their operating temperature. The heater plugs
are cut out either by the temperature sensor in the
timer, or by a microswitch on the injection pump which
operates when the throttle is depressed.
Cold start advance
The cold start advance unit is connected to the engine
cooling system via hoses. It contains a temperature
sensitive element which is retracted when cold and
pulls the advance lever, via cable, towards the rear of
the pump against spring pressure. As coolant
temperature rises, the cold start element expands
releasing tension on the cable and allowing spring
pressure to move the advance lever forwards.
Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR), when fitted
Operation of the EGR system is dependent on the
following:
·Engine temperature - must be between 20°C and
100°C approx.
·Engine speed - must be between 630 and 2850
rev/min.
·Engine load - calculated by throttle position
sensor.
·EGR valve lift position.
·Duration of engine idling.