LAND ROVER DISCOVERY 1995 Workshop Manual

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FAULT DIAGNOSIS ENGINE RUNS COLD
Before conducting any cooling system diagnosis:
See
Description and operation, Engine cooling
1.Check operation of viscous unit.See
Description and operation, Viscous Fan
Is viscous unit operating correctly?
NO -
See Repair, Viscous coupling, fan
blades, pulley and fan cowl
YES - Continue.
2.Is thermostat correct type and operating?
See
Repair, Thermostat
If problem is not diagnosed: Continue.
3.Are the air conditioning fans operating
continuously?
YES -
See Electrical Trouble Shooting
Manual.
NO - Continue.
4.Is temperature sender and gauge giving
accurate readings? Substitute parts and
compare readings. If problem is not diagnosed
repeat tests, starting at 1.

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ADJUSTMENT COOLANT REQUIREMENTS
Frost precautions and engine protection.
Cooling systemMUST ALWAYSbe filled and
topped-up with solution of water and anti-freeze,
winter and summer.NEVERuse water alone, this
may corrode aluminium alloy.
CAUTION: Do not use salt water otherwise
corrosion will occur. In certain territories
where only available natural water supply
has some salt content use only rain or distilled
water.
Recommended solutions
Anti-freeze:Universal anti-freeze or permanent type
ethylene base, without methanol, containing a suitable
inhibitor for aluminium engines and engine parts.
Use one part of anti-freeze to one part of water.
Anti-freeze can remain in the cooling system and will
provide adequate protection for two years provided
that specific gravity of coolant is checked before onset
of second winter and topped-up with new anti-freeze
as required.
Vehicles leaving factory have cooling system filled
with 50% solution of anti-freeze and water. This gives
protection against frost down to minus 36°C (minus
33°F). Vehicles so filled are identified by a label
affixed to radiator.
NOTE: Should ambient temperatures be
below that stated above refer to
Anti-Freeze Data in Recommended
Lubricants, Fluids and Capacities in Section 09.
Instructions in chart must be strictly adhered to
before driving vehicle.
After the second winter the system should be drained
and thoroughly flushed. Before adding new anti-freeze
examine all joints and replace defective hoses to
make sure that the system is leakproof.
See the 'Recommended Lubricants Fluids and
Capacities' for protection quantities.
See
LUBRICANTS, FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES,
Information, Recommended Lubricants and
Fluids
COOLANT
Service repair no - 26.10.01
Draining
WARNING: Do not remove expansion tank
filler cap when engine is hot. The cooling
system is pressurised and personal
scalding could result.
See coolant requirements before refilling system.
1.Remove expansion tank filler cap by slowly
turning it anti-clockwise, pause to allow pressure
to escape. Continue turning it in same direction
and remove.
2.Remove radiator filler plug and 'O' ring to assist
drainage.

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ADJUSTMENT 3.Disconnect bottom hose from radiator. Drain
coolant into a clean container. Reconnect bottom
hose, re-tighten hose clamp.
NOTE: It is not possible to drain all coolant
retained in heater system. It is not
desirable to flush through system, after
draining.
4.Remove engine drain plugs, one each side of
cylinder block, beneath exhaust manifolds. Drain
coolant, refit and tighten plugs.
5.Pour correct solution of water and anti-freeze
into expansion tank until radiator is full.
6.Start engine, run it until normal operating
temperature is attained, topping up as
necessary.
7.Refit radiator filler plug and 'O' ring, with new 'O'
ring if required. Tighten to
6 Nm.
8.Fit expansion tank filler cap.
9.Allow engine to cool, check coolant level. Finally
top up expansion tank until level reaches seam
of expansion tank.

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REPAIR EXPANSION TANK
Service repair no - 26.15.01
Remove
WARNING: Do not remove expansion tank
filler cap when engine is hot. The cooling
system is pressurised and personal
scalding could result.
1.Remove expansion tank filler cap by first turning
it slowly anti-clockwise, pause to allow pressure
to escape. Continue turning in same direction
and lift off.
2.Disconnect two hoses from bottom of expansion
tank, allowing coolant to drain into a suitable
container.
3.Remove three fixing bolts, remove expansion
tank.
Refit
4.Reverse removal procedure.
5.Replenish cooling system.
6.Check for leaks around all hose connections.VISCOUS COUPLING, FAN BLADES, PULLEY AND
COWL
Service repair no - 26.25.19 - Viscous coupling
and fan assembly
Service repair no - 26.25.03 - Water pump pulley
Service repair no - 26.25.05 - Fan blades
Special tools:
LRT-12-093
LRT-12-094 - Viscous coupling removal
Remove
1.Disconnect battery negative lead.
NOTE: 4.0 V8 only:
Release coolant hose from cooling fan upper
cowl.
2.Release 2 clips securing cooling fan upper cowl.
Remove cowl.

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REPAIR
3.Use LRT-12-093 to prevent coolant pump pulley
from turning and using LRT-12-094, unscrew
viscous coupling from water pump.
NOTE: Nut securing viscous unit to water
pump has a right hand thread. Release by
turning anti-clockwise when viewed from
front of viscous unit.
4.Remove fan and coupling assembly.
Do not carry out further dismantling if component
is removed for access only.
NOTE: Mark fan with reference to assist
refitting.
5.Remove 4 Allen screws securing blades to
coupling. Remove coupling.
6.Remove serpentine drive belt.
7.Remove pulley fixings, remove pulley.Refit
8.Clean fan blades and mating faces.
9.Fit fan blades to coupling. Secure with screws.
Tighten to
24 Nm.
10.Using LRT-12-093 and LRT-12-094, fit fan
assembly to pump. Tighten to
56 Nm.
11.Fit cooling fan upper cowl. Secure with clips.
12. 4.0 V8 only:Fit coolant hose to cooling fan upper
cowl.
13.Fit serpentine drive belt.
14.Fit pulley fixings, remove pulley.
15.Reconnect battery negative lead.

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REPAIR THERMOSTAT
Service repair no - 26.45.01
Remove
1.Partially drain cooling system, until coolant level
is below thermostat housing.
2.Disconnect hose from thermostat housing.
3.Disconnect electrical connections to water
temperature switch.
4.Remove outlet elbow.
5.Withdraw thermostat.
Test
6.Note rating of thermostat is 88°C. Place
thermostat in a container half full of water. Heat
water, observe temperature at which thermostat
opens. Thermostat is satisfactory if it opens
between 85°C and 89°C.Refit
7.Insert thermostat with jiggle pin/vent hole
uppermost (12 o'clock position).
8.Fit the outlet elbow and new joint washer.
Tighten to
28 Nm.
9.Reverse removal procedure. 1 to 3.
10.Check for coolant leaks around all connections
and joint faces.

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REPAIR RADIATOR
Service repair no - 26.40.01
Remove
1.Drain cooling system.
See Adjustment,
Coolant
2.Remove viscous coupling and fan assembly.
See Viscous Coupling, Fan Blades, Pulley
and Fan Cowl
3.Release 2 clips and remove fan cowl.
4.Disconnect radiator top hoses.
5.Disconnect four transmission and engine oil
cooler connections to radiator end tanks. Note oil
spillage will occur when connections are
loosened. Blank off exposed oil connections.
6.Disconnect transmission oil temperature sensor.
7.Remove radiator securing brackets from each
side.
8.Remove radiator unit by lifting from its location.
Check condition of rubber mounting pads.Refit
9.Reverse removal procedure.
10.Clean unions and apply sealant.
11.Lubricate new 'O' rings before fitting.
12.Check radiator sealing strips are securely
located.
13.Transfer oil cooler adaptors if fitting new radiator.
14.Ensure that oil cooler connections are tightened
to
30 Nm.before fitting fan blades and cowl.
15.Clean coolant/oil spillage from vehicle.
16.Check all connections for coolant/oil leaks.

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REPAIR

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REPAIR WATER PUMP
Service repair no - 26.50.01
Remove
WARNING: Disconnect battery negative
terminal to prevent engine being started
before removing or adjusting drive belts.
1.Drain engine cooling system.
See Adjustment,
Coolant
2.Remove fan blades and pulley.See Viscous
Coupling, Fan Blades, Pulley and Fan Cowl
3.Disconnect inlet hose from water pump.
4.Remove water pump bolts.
5.Remove water pump and joint washer.
Refit
6.Lightly grease new joint washer, position on
timing cover.
7.Clean threads of all long bolts and coat with
Loctite 572 thread lubricant-sealant.
8.Locate water pump in position. Tighten
remaining water pump housing bolts evenly to
28 Nm.
9.Reverse removal procedure. 1 to 3.
10.Check for coolant leaks around all hose
connections and joint faces.

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SPECIFICATIONS, TORQUE TORQUE VALUES
NOTE: Torque wrenches should be regularly checked for accuracy to ensure that all fixings are
tightened to the correct torque.
Nm
Oil cooler pipes 30..........................................................................................
Radiator filler plug (plastic) 6.........................................................................