RIDING HEIGHT
Before adjusting alignment, check vehicle riding height. Riding height must be checked with vehicle on level floor and tires properly inflated. Refer to identification label located in driver's door jamb for proper tire size and inflation pressure. Bounce vehicle several times and allow suspension to settle.
Visually inspect vehicle for signs of abnormal height from front-to-rear and side-to-side. Remove heavy items from passenger and luggage compartments. If riding height is not within specification or is significantly different from side-to-side, repair or replace suspension components as necessary. See RIDING HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS table.
| Dimension | Height |
|---|
| Maximum Wading Depth (1) | 500 mm (19.5 in) |
| Minimum Ground Clearance - Off Road (2) | 281 mm (10.9 in) |
| Overall Height (2) (3) |
| Access | 1820 mm (71.1 in) |
| Motorway | 1840 mm (71.7 in) |
| Standard | 1863 mm (73.1 in) |
| Off road | 1913 mm (74.6 in) |
| (1) Measured from hub center to wheel arch (not liner). (2) Measurement taken with vehicle at unladen weight. (3) Measured from center of roof to flat surface. |
| (1) | Measured from hub center to wheel arch (not liner). |
| (2) | Measurement taken with vehicle at unladen weight. |
| (3) | Measured from center of roof to flat surface. |
RIDING HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS
JACKING & HOISTING
| WARNING | DO NOT position jacks or axle stands under the following components: any body structure other than approved jacking points, bumpers, fuel lines, fuel tank, brake lines, front or rear suspension arms, transfer box, steering linkage, front or rear differential units, engine sump and/or automatic transmission. Always check vehicle stability before beginning repairs. |
Note. For certain repair operations, it may be necessary to support the engine under the sump. In this case, a block of hardwood or a rubber block should be positioned on the jack lifting cup to protect sump.
VEHICLE JACK
| WARNING | Never work under a vehicle supported solely by the vehicle jack. |
The jack provided with the vehicle is only intended for use in an emergency, for changing a tire. DO NOT use the jack for any other purpose. Refer to Owner's Handbook for vehicle jack location points and procedure.
FLOOR JACK
| WARNING | DO NOT commence work on the underside of the vehicle until suitable axle stands have been placed in their correct positions. Always chock the wheels when jacking. The handbrake may be ineffective when the wheels are off the ground. |
Note. When using a floor jack to raise vehicle, minimum capacity of floor jack must be at least 3300 lbs (1500 kgs).
The following instructions must be carried out before raising the vehicle off the ground
- Use a solid level ground surface.
- Apply hand brake.
- Select Park on automatic transmission selector.
Raising Front
| WARNING | Always chock the rear wheels when jacking the front of the vehicle. |
Before raising the front of the vehicle apply handbrake, select Park on automatic transmission selector and chock rear wheels. Position cup of hydraulic arm under the center of the front subframe/front crossmember. (Scheme 1) Raise vehicle to enable axle stands to be positioned under, either, the front subframe, or the recommended customer jacking points. (Scheme 2) Place a piece of hardwood or a rubber block between each axle stand and the jacking point to avoid damaging the body. Carefully lower jack until vehicle sits securely on axle stands. Before commencing work on underside of vehicle recheck security of vehicle on stands. Reverse procedure when removing vehicle from stands.
Scheme 1
Scheme 2
Raising Rear
| WARNING | Always chock the front wheels when jacking the rear of the vehicle. |
| CAUTION | If any damage occurs to the washers on the front mounting points of the rear subframe, then the washers must be replaced. |
Before raising the rear of the vehicle select Park on automatic transmission selector and chock front wheels. Position cup of hydraulic arm under the center of the rear subframe/rear crossmember. (Scheme 3) The vehicle may also be lifted using the center of the tow bar, if equipped. Raise rear of vehicle to enable axle stands to be positioned under the rear subframe. (Scheme 4) Alternatively, the axle stands may be positioned under, either, the recommended customer jacking points or the front mounting points of the rear subframe. (Scheme 5) A piece of hardwood or a rubber block must be positioned between each axle stand and the jacking point to avoid damaging the body. Carefully lower jack until vehicle sits securely on axle stands. Before commencing work on underside of vehicle recheck security of vehicle on stands. Reverse procedure when removing vehicle from stands.
Scheme 3
Scheme 4
HOIST
| WARNING | The vehicle cannot be supported safely in a wheel-free condition using the wheel-free facility of a 4-post ramp, and under no circumstances must this method be employed. |
| WARNING | The front and rear suspension lower arms MUST NOT be used as lifting and/or jacking points. |
A wheel-free condition may only be achieved on a 4-post ramp by raising each end of the vehicle and positioning axle stands beneath the recommended customer jacking points. (Scheme 5) A piece of hardwood or a rubber block MUST BE positioned between each axle stand and the jacking point to avoid damaging any components. Alternatively, support the vehicle on an approved 2-post lift with the arms of the lift beneath the recommended customer jacking points. (Scheme 6) A piece of hardwood or a rubber block MUST BE positioned between the lifting equipment and the jacking points to avoid damaging any components.
Scheme 5
Scheme 6
Check
- Ensure tire pressures are correct and vehicle is at correct ride height. See «RIDING HEIGHT»(/land-rover/range-rover/iii-2002-2005/remont/wheel-alignment/#specifications-procedures__riding-height) .
- Roll vehicle backwards and forwards to relieve stresses in steering and suspension. Ensure that wheel alignment equipment is properly calibrated.
- Check and if necessary adjust wheel alignment (toe in/out). See «SPECIFICATIONS»(/land-rover/range-rover/iii-2002-2005/remont/wheel-alignment/#specifications-procedures) .
Adjust Front Toe In/Out
- Disconnect battery ground lead. See «DISCONNECTING & RECONNECTING BATTERY»(/land-rover/range-rover/iii-2002-2005/remont/wheel-alignment/#specifications-procedures__disconnecting-reconnecting-battery) under SERVICE PRECAUTIONS.
- Mark position of steering ball joints for reference. (Scheme 7) Loosen track rod end locknut.
- Loosen the track rod end lock nuts. Adjust by rotating track rod using hexagon on shaft. DO NOT allow gaiter to twist.
- Recheck front wheel alignment. Tighten track rod end locknut to 55 N.m (40 lbf. ft). Connect battery ground lead.
Scheme 7
STEERING GEOMETRY ADJUSTMENT
Note. A change in camber means a change in toe, therefore camber must always be adjusted first.
- Check steering joints, suspension joints and wheel bearings for wear or free play. Adjust or repair as required.
- Ensure tire pressures are correct and vehicle is at correct ride height. See «RIDING HEIGHT»(/land-rover/range-rover/iii-2002-2005/remont/wheel-alignment/#specifications-procedures__riding-height) . Roll vehicle backwards and forwards to relieve stresses in steering and suspension.
- Ensure that wheel alignment equipment is properly calibrated.
Rear Wheel Alignment Camber Adjustment
- Disconnect battery ground lead. See «DISCONNECTING & RECONNECTING BATTERY»(/land-rover/range-rover/iii-2002-2005/remont/wheel-alignment/#specifications-procedures__disconnecting-reconnecting-battery) under SERVICE PRECAUTIONS.
- Observe readings from test equipment and adjust geometry as required. See «SPECIFICATIONS»(/land-rover/range-rover/iii-2002-2005/remont/wheel-alignment/#specifications-procedures).
- Loosen upper ball joint nut approximately 3/4 of a turn. (Scheme 8)
- Turn eccentric and adjust camber to specified value. See «SPECIFICATIONS»(/land-rover/range-rover/iii-2002-2005/remont/wheel-alignment/#specifications-procedures). Tighten nut securing upper ball joint to hub to 165 N.m (121 lbf. ft). Repeat rear camber adjustment for other side.
Scheme 8
Rear Wheel Alignment Toe In/Out Adjustment
- Loosen nut securing rear tie rod approximately 3/4 of a turn. (Scheme 9)
- Turn eccentric and adjust toe to specified value. See «SPECIFICATIONS»(/land-rover/range-rover/iii-2002-2005/remont/wheel-alignment/#specifications-procedures). Tighten nut securing tie rod to sub frame to 165 N.m (121 lbf. ft). Repeat procedure for other side.
Scheme 9
Front Wheel Alignment Camber Adjustment
- Remove cap from top mounting. Break off locating pin. (Scheme 10)
- Loosen nut securing damper upper mounting. Fit LRT-57-045 to damper upper mounting. (Scheme 11)
- Loosen remaining nuts securing damper upper mounting. (Scheme 11) Adjust camber to specified value by turning nut in LRT-57-045.
- Tighten damper upper mounting nuts to 56 N.m (41 lbf. ft). Repeat procedure for other side.
Scheme 10
Scheme 11
Front Wheel Alignment Toe In/Out Adjustment
- Set steering to straight ahead position and ensure pinion timing marks are aligned.
- Mark position of steering ball joints for reference. (Scheme 7) Loosen track rod end locknut.
- Adjust by rotating track rod using hexagon on shaft. DO NOT allow gaiter to twist.
- Recheck front wheel alignment. Tighten track rod end locknut to 55 N.m (40 lbf. ft).
- Connect battery ground lead. See «DISCONNECTING & RECONNECTING BATTERY»(/land-rover/range-rover/iii-2002-2005/remont/wheel-alignment/#specifications-procedures__disconnecting-reconnecting-battery) under SERVICE PRECAUTIONS.
DISCONNECTING & RECONNECTING BATTERY
| CAUTION | It is imperative that the key is removed from the ignition before disconnecting the battery. Never disconnect the battery with the ignition switched on. |
| CAUTION | Wait at least 2 minutes before battery is disconnected after turning ignition to OFF position. Failure to do so could result in Navigation computer hardware damage and/or an incorrect fuel gauge reading. |
| CAUTION | To prevent damage to electrical components, always disconnect the battery when working on the vehicle's electrical system. |
| CAUTION | After reconnecting the battery, the steering wheel must be turned to full left and right lock (with engine running). This allows the DSC system to relearn the steering wheel position. Failure to do so will result in a variety of instrument warning lights being illuminated. |
Before disconnecting the battery, disable the alarm system and switch off all electrical equipment. If the radio is to be serviced, ensure the security code has been deactivated. The ground lead must be disconnected first and reconnected last. Ensure battery leads are routed correctly and are not close to any potential chafing points.
If instrument warning lights are illuminated or error messages have displayed, or it is not possible to achieve equal turns of the steering wheel from lock-to-center-to-lock, see ERROR MESSAGES .
ERROR MESSAGES
- Three instrument panel warning lights may illuminate when steering column repairs are performed: Emergency Brake Assist (EBA) Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
- ERROR messages may be displayed on the message center and it may not be possible to achieve equal turns the steering wheel from lock-to-center-to-lock. See «SPECIFICATIONS»(/land-rover/range-rover/iii-2002-2005/remont/wheel-alignment/#specifications-procedures) .
- Several possible causes for these symptoms may be present: A NEW steering angle sensor requires calibration. The timing marks for aligning the steering wheel are not aligned. See appropriate «STEERING COLUMN»(/land-rover/range-rover/iii-2002-2005/remont/steering-column/#steering-column) article. The steering wheel has been aligned to the incorrect timing mark. The track rod ends are incorrectly set.
- If ERROR messages are present, see TSB No. 57/01/02/NAS STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT DURING REPAIRS under TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS.
Use illustration for wheel alignment specifications. (Scheme 12)
Scheme 12
Scheme 12: SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (N.m) |
|---|
| Front Damper Upper Mounting Nuts | 41 (56) |
| Front Track Rod End Locknut | 40 (55) |
| Rear Tie Rod-To-Subframe Nut | 121 (165) |
| Rear Upper Ball Joint-To-Hub Nut | 121 (165) |
