Land Rover DISCOVERY 3 LR3 Service Repair Manual !!!

General Service Information Introduction This manual has been written in a format that is designed to meet the needs of Land Rover technicians worldwide and to assist them in the efficient repair and maintenance of Land Rover vehicles. This manual provides descriptions and methods for accomplishing adjustment, service and repair work using tested and effective procedures. Following these procedures will help ensure product reliability. Special Tools The Special Tool(s) Table provided at the beginning of each procedure lists the special tool(s) required to carry out repair operations within that specific procedure. Wherever possible, illustrations are provided which will assist technicians in identifying the special tool(s) required and also showing such tool(s) in use. Special tools may be obtained from the manufacturer, SPX Tools, the addresses of their branches will be found in the Special Tools Glossary contained within this Section. Important Safety Instructions Appropriate service methods and correct repair procedures are essential for the safe and reliable operation of all motor vehicles as well as ensuring the personal safety of the individual carrying out the work. This manual cannot possibly anticipate all such variations and provide advice or cautions as to each. Any person who departs from the instructions provided in this manual must first establish that they compromise neither their personal safety nor the vehicle integrity by their choice of methods, tools or parts. Individuals who undertake their own repairs should have some skill or training and limit repairs to components which could not affect the safety of the vehicle or its passengers. Any repairs required to safety critical items such as steering, brakes, suspension or supplementary restraint system should be carried out by a Land Rover Dealer. Repairs to such items should NEVER be attempted by untrained individuals. Warnings, Cautions and Notes which appear in this manual As you read through this manual, you will come across Warnings, Cautions and Notes. A Warning, Caution or Note is placed at the beginning of a series of steps. If the warning, caution or note only applies to one step, it is placed at the beginning of the specific step after the step number. Warnings, Cautions and Notes have the following meanings: Warning: Procedures which must be followed to avoid the possibility of personal injury. Caution: Calls attention to procedures which must be followed to avoid damage to components. Note: Gives helpful information. References References to the Left Hand (LH) or Right Hand (RH) side given in this manual are made when viewing the vehicle or unit from the rear. Fault Diagnostic Equipment The vehicle is equipped with a number of electronic control systems to provide optimum performance of the vehicle's systems. Diagnostic Equipment (T4) is available and must be used where specified. The use of this equipment will assist with the fault diagnostic abilities of the Dealer workshop. In particular, the equipment can be used to interrogate the electronic systems for diagnosis of faults which may become evident during the life of the vehicle. Page 1 of 2 Contents Page 11/14/2003 http://gtr.franchise.landrover.com/extdealerlrprod/xml/parsexml.jsp?XMLFile=G354601...

This manual is produced as a reference source to supplement T4. Features of the equipment include: a. Fully upgradeable support for the technician b. Structured diagnostics to accommodate all skill levels c. Direct print-out of screen information and test results Testing the vehicle Operations covered in this manual do not include reference to testing the vehicle after repair. It is essential that work is inspected and tested after completion and if necessary, a road test of the vehicle is carried out, particularly where safety related items are concerned. Repairs and Replacement Parts Land Rover parts are manufactured to the same exacting standards as the original factory fitted components. For this reason, it is essential that only genuine Land Rover parts are used during maintenance or repair. Attention is particularly drawn to the following points concerning repairs and the fitting of replacement parts and accessories. Safety features and corrosion prevention treatments embodied in the vehicle may be impaired if other than Land Rover recommended parts are fitted. In certain territories, legislation prohibits the fitting of parts not to manufacturer's specification. Torque wrench setting figures, where given, must be adhered to and locking devices, where specified must be used. If the efficiency of a locking device is impaired during removal it must be replaced. Owners purchasing accessories whilst travelling abroad must ensure that the accessory and its fitted location on the vehicle conform to legal requirements. The terms of the vehicle warranty may be invalidated by the fitting of parts other than those recommended by Land Rover. NOTE: All Land Rover recommended parts have the full backing of the vehicle warranty. Land Rover Dealers are obliged to supply only Land Rover recommended parts. Specifications Land Rover are constantly seeking to improve the specification, design and production of their vehicles and alterations take place accordingly. Whilst every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of this Manual, it should not be regarded as an infallible guide to current specifications of any particular vehicle. This Manual does not constitute an offer for sale of any particular vehicle. Land Rover dealers are not agents of Land Rover and have no authority to bind the manufacturer by any expressed or implied undertaking or representation. The fitting of non-approved Land Rover parts and accessories or the carrying out of non-approved alterations or conversions may be dangerous. Any of the foregoing could affect the safety of the vehicle and occupants; also, the terms and conditions of the vehicle warranty may also be invalidated . Page 2 of 2 Contents Page 11/14/2003 http://gtr.franchise.landrover.com/extdealerlrprod/xml/parsexml.jsp?XMLFile=G354601...

Land Rover DISCOVERY 3 LR3 Service Repair Manual !!!

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