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Maintenance: Other Land Rover Freelander I рестайлинг

Procedures 17 illustrations ~2174 words

CHECK

  1. Check seat frames are secured to floor and show no signs of movement.
  2. Check operation of seat slide and tilt mechanisms, ensuring there is no excessive play between seat cushion and seat back.
  3. Check tightness of accessible seat fixings.
  4. Fully extract seat belt and allow it to return under its own recoil mechanism.
  5. Check entire length of seat belt webbing for signs of fraying or damage. Repeat for all belts.
  6. Check security of seat belt upper mountings.
  7. Check for correct operation of seat belt height adjusters.
  8. Check security of seat belt buckle mountings.
  9. Connect each belt to the correct buckle, check seat belt buckle and tongue are secure. Release seat belt buckle and check for correct operation.
  10. Check tightness of accessible seat belt mountings.
  1. Switch on side, head and tail lights and check operation.
  2. Check headlamp dim/dip operation.
  3. Check headlamp levelling operation.
  4. Check turn signals and hazard warning lights operation.
  5. Press brake pedal and check operation of brake lights.
  6. Check all exterior lamp lenses for clarity and condition. Pay particular attention to head lamp lenses for signs of stone chips or damage.
  7. Check horn for loud clear sound.
  8. Check operation of all instrument pack warning and indicator lights.
  9. Check for correct operation of interior courtesy lights.
  10. Switch on headlamps (with ignition switch at '0' position) and check light reminder warning operates when door is opened.

Scheme 16

Scheme 16: CHECK
  1. Operate screen washer and switch on wipers. Check washer jets are correctly aimed and check for smooth smearless operation across screen of wiper blades at all speeds, including intermittent.
  2. Repeat operation for rear screen wipers/washers.
  3. Check all wiper blades for condition and signs of splits or damage.
  4. Check security of wiper arms.
  1. With the vehicle stationary and on a level surface, apply and release handbrake and check for correct operation. If required, adjust handbrake. See «PARKING BRAKE»(ref-163760-S23329760182004071200000) . NOTE: Any adjustment required as a result of the checking process will be subject to additional labour and/or material cost and should not be carried out without the authorization of the customer.

REFIT

  1. Apply a thin coat of anti-seize compound to wheel hub centre.
  2. Refit wheels to original hub position. NOTE: When refitting road wheel nuts, do not overtighten using powered tools. Ensure the wheel nuts are correctly torqued in the correct sequence.
  3. Tighten wheel nuts to 115 Nm (85 lbf.ft).
  1. Check for any apparent damage to tyres, paying particular attention to side walls.
  2. Look at tyre treads and check for any unusual wear patterns which may indicate out of specification adjustment of steering or suspension. NOTE: Any adjustments to steering or suspension will be subject to additional labour and/or material cost and should not be carried out without the authorization of the customer.
  3. Measure the tread depth across the width of the tyre and around the circumference. Annotate the maintenance check sheet with the lowest figure obtained from each tyre. NOTE: Any requirement to replace tyres should be advised to the customer before any remedial work is carried out. This will be subject to additional labour and/or material cost and should not be carried out without the authorization of the customer. CAUTION: If new tyres are to be fitted, ensure that they are fitted to the rear axle only or to both front and rear axles. DO NOT fit new tyres to front axle only.

Scheme 17

Scheme 17: BRAKE PADS
  1. With front road wheels removed, check brake pad thickness and ensure that both pads are wearing evenly.
  2. Check brake discs for signs of cracking, excessive scoring or oil contamination. NOTE: Any requirement to replace brake pads or brake discs should be advised to the customer as this will be subject to additional labour and/or material cost and should not be carried out without the authorization of the customer.
  3. Check for any signs of brake fluid leakage from caliper seals, hoses or unions.
  4. Using brake cleaner, remove excessive deposits of brake dust from pads, calipers and disc shields.

Scheme 18

Scheme 18: BRAKE SHOES
  1. With the vehicle at a convenient working height, remove the rubber plugs from the rear of the back plate.
  2. Using a lamp, inspect thickness of rear brake shoes. NOTE: Any requirement to replace brake shoes should be advised to the customer as this will be subject to additional labour and/or material cost and should not be carried out without the authorization of the customer.
  3. Check for any signs of brake fluid contamination on brake shoes, or evidence of brake fluid leakage from drum/backplate.
  4. Ensure that rubber plug is correctly fitted into back plate upon completion of check.

Scheme 19

Scheme 19: BRAKE DRUMS
  1. With vehicle at a convenient working height and the wheels removed, remove the rear brake drums. See «REAR BRAKE DRUM»(ref-163760-S02627314742004071200000) .
  2. Check brake shoe thickness, and condition of brake shoes for any evidence of contamination from brake fluid.
  3. Check brake drum for signs of cracking, excessive scoring or oil contamination. NOTE: Any requirements to replace brake shoes, wheel cylinders or brake drums should be advised to the customer as this will be subject to additional labour and/or material cost and should not be carried out without the authorization of the customer.
  4. Using brake cleaner, remove excessive deposits of brake dust from drums, shoes and back plate.
  5. Refit drums. See «REAR BRAKE DRUM»(ref-163760-S02627314742004071200000) .
  1. Fit fuel pump and filter assembly.

Scheme 20

Scheme 20: DRAIN
  1. Position suitable container beneath sedimenter.
  2. Loosen but do not remove sedimenter drain plug. WARNING: Suitable hand protection must be worn.
  3. Allow sedimenter to drain until fuel, free from water, flows from drain hole.
  4. Tighten sedimenter drain plug.

Scheme 21

Scheme 21: CHECK
  1. Check operation of each door, door lock, bonnet catch and fuel filler flap.

SUNROOF GUIDE RAILS, SLIDES AND SEAL

  1. With sunroof open, lubricate accessible guide rails, slides and seals. Remove any excess lubricant to avoid contaminating roof lining and trim.
  2. Ensure sunroof closes correctly.
  1. Check for any obstructions in the radiator matrix and remove debris as necessary.
  2. Check condition of all coolant hoses. Check for any signs of leakage or chafing.
  3. Check tightness of accessible hose clips.
  4. Check for any obstructions in the intercooler matrix and remove debris as necessary (diesel only).
  5. Check intercooler hoses for security and condition.
  6. Check security of radiator and intercooler mountings.

Scheme 22

Scheme 22: COOLANT LEVEL
  1. Check coolant level and top up if necessary.

CHECK & RENEW

  1. Check spark plugs condition and gap. Renew if necessary.
  1. Check spark plugs condition and gap. Renew if necessary.

CLEAN

  1. Clean the drain hole in filter casing.
  1. Check ancillary drive belts for tension, signs of fraying, damage and for any oil contamination.
  1. Check ancillary drive belts for tension, signs of fraying, damage and for any oil contamination.
  1. Check ancillary drive belts for tension, signs of fraying, damage and for any oil contamination.
  1. Check camshaft drive belt and renew if necessary.
  1. Check camshaft front drive belts and renew if necessary. See «CAMSHAFT TIMING BELT»(ref-158807-S16904230992005011200000) .
  2. Check camshaft rear drive belts and renew if necessary. See «CAMSHAFT REAR TIMING BELT -- LEFT CYLINDER HEAD»(ref-158807-S39058784312005011200000) . See «CAMSHAFT REAR TIMING BELT -- RIGHT CYLINDER HEAD»(ref-158807-S12682852382005011200000) .

CHECK TOP-UP

RHD shown, LHD similar

Scheme 23

Scheme 23: CHECK TOP-UP
  1. Check fluid level in brake/clutch fluid reservoir.
  2. Clean area around filter cap, remove cap.
  3. Top-up if necessary to correct level on reservoir using recommended fluid.
  4. Fit filler cap.

Scheme 24

Scheme 24: CHECK TOP-UP
  1. Check Power Assisted Steering (PAS) fluid level. Before topping up PAS fluid level, ensure there are no leaks from the pump, hoses, unions or steering rack.

Scheme 25

Scheme 25: CHECK AND TOP-UP FLUID
  1. With vehicle on a ramp at a convenient working height, carefully remove IRD level plug and collect sealing washer.
  2. Check oil level. Before topping up oil level, check for visible signs of leakage. Pay particular attention to drive shaft and prop shaft oil seals.
  3. Refit level plug to IRD unit using a new sealing washer.

Scheme 26

Scheme 26: CHECK AND TOP-UP FLUID
  1. With vehicle on a ramp at a convenient working height, using LRT-41-021, carefully remove IRD level plug and collect sealing washer.
  2. Top-up, if required, until fluid just runs from hole. Allow sufficient time for oil to flow until it reaches a common level in unit.
  3. Refit level plug to IRD unit using a new sealing washer.
  1. Check route of clutch pipe from master cylinder to slave cylinder. Ensure that pipe is correctly retained and shows no signs of fluid leakage or chafing.
  2. Check unions for signs of fluid leakage.

CHECK AND TOP-UP

  1. Release cap from washer reservoir and fill with the correct concentration of screen washer fluid.
  2. Refit cap ensuring it is securely fastened.

Scheme 27

Scheme 27: CHECK
  1. Check battery condition indicator. Green = OK. Black = Battery requires charging. Clear/white = New battery required.
  2. Clean and check security of battery terminals. Smear with petroleum jelly.

Scheme 28

Scheme 28: DRAIN

Scheme 29

Scheme 29
  1. Raise vehicle on ramp.
  2. Remove underbelly panel.
  3. Place a suitable container under engine sump drain plug, remove drain plug and discard sealing washer. Allow oil to drain. WARNING: Observe due care when draining engine oil as the oil can be very hot. WARNING: Avoid excessive skin contact with used engine oil. Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may cause skin cancer or other serious skin disorders.
  4. Lower vehicle
  5. Remove oil filter cap and discard 3 seals. CAUTION: Care must be taken to ensure that oil or fluid does not enter or contaminate the alternator.
  1. Check security of all fuel hoses, paying particular attention to those running under the vehicle. Check all hoses and pipes are correctly routed and secured. Check for signs of leakage or damage.
  1. Visually check condition of all brake hoses. Look for any sign of damage or chafing. Check for any signs of fluid leakage.
  2. Check brake pipes for signs of leakage or corrosion. Pay particular attention to pipe unions and joints. Ensure all pipes and hoses are correctly routed and secured.
  1. Visually check condition of exhaust system for signs of damage. Extra care should be taken to ensure the catalyst is in good condition and shows no signs of damage. Check condition of exhaust heat shields.
  2. Check exhaust system is firmly secured and check condition of exhaust mounting rubbers, clamps and brackets.

Scheme 30

Scheme 30: CHECK FRONT SUSPENSION
  1. Check condition of all ball joint dust covers, including anti-roll bar links.
  2. Check tightness of all accessible suspension fixings including tie rods.
  3. Check wheel bearings and suspension struts for signs of excessive play or wear.
  4. Check track rod ends for wear by attempting to move the joint forwards and backwards, side to side and up and down. No wear should be apparent, if any is detected then the joint must be replaced.
  5. Check for signs of leakage from suspension dampers.

Scheme 31

Scheme 31: CHECK REAR SUSPENSION
  1. Check tightness of all accessible suspension fixings including transverse links.
  2. Check wheel bearings and suspension struts for signs of excessive play or wear.
  3. Check for signs of leakage from suspension dampers.

Scheme 32

Scheme 32: CHECK TOW BAR FIXINGS
  1. Check that the two vertical fixings are tightened to a torque of 110 Nm (82 lbf.ft).
  2. Check that the six transverse fixings are tightened to a torque of 60 Nm (45 lbf.ft).
  1. Check/tighten steering unit and steering rod ball joint fixings.
  2. Check condition of ball joints and dust covers.
  3. Check steering rack bellows for any signs of leakage.

ENGINE START

  1. Check for correct operation of starter switch. Ensure the engine starts in a correct manner. Leave the engine running.

STARTER INHIBITOR SWITCH - (AUTOMATIC ONLY)

  1. Select 'D' gear lever position.
  2. Check that engine will not start.
  3. Select 'R' gear lever position and repeat start check.
  4. Check that engine will start in 'P' and 'N' positions.

SELECTOR CABLE - (AUTOMATIC ONLY)

  1. Check for correct setting of gear selector cable.

CLUTCH AND GEAR SELECTION - (MANUAL ONLY, NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS)

  1. Check that clutch engages smoothly without judder, slipping or noise.
  2. Check for abnormal transmission noise.
  3. Check for smooth quiet gear changes and that gear selected engages easily.

GEAR CHANGE AND PARKING PAWL ENGAGEMENT- (AUTOMATIC ONLY, NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS)

  1. Select 'R' and check for smooth take up.
  2. Select 'D' and check for smooth up-changes of ratio from rest.
  3. Slow down vehicle and check for smooth down-changes of ratio.
  4. Stop vehicle on a slope.
  5. Select 'P' and release handbrake.
  6. Check that vehicle does not move and that selector does not slip out of 'P'.
  7. Carry out a similar check with vehicle facing in the opposite direction.

STEERING

  1. With vehicle stationary, turn steering from lock to lock. Check for smooth operation and ensure there is no undue noise from the power steering pump or drive belt.

SUSPENSION

  1. Check for noise, irregularity in ride (e.g. dampers) and wheel imbalance.

FOOT BRAKE

  1. Check for pedal effort, travel, braking efficiency, pulling and binding.

HANDBRAKE

  1. Apply handbrake firmly, check travel and ratchet hold and release.

INSTRUMENTS

  1. Check for correct operation of all instruments and warning devices where practical.

BODY

  1. Check for abnormal body noise.

SEAT BELTS

  1. Check for operation of inertia reels.
  1. Insert date and mileage of next service.
  2. Insert current mileage.
  3. Tick one of the boxes on the brake fluid replacement indicator.
  4. Tick one of the boxes on the camshaft drive belt indicator.
  5. Endorse service record with dealer stamp.
  6. Sign and date the service record.
  7. Sign and date the maintenance check sheet.
  1. Produce a written report detailing additional work necessary, or items which may require attention prior to the next service.