Defender (1993+). Manual — part 9

MAINTENANCE

ALL

NORTH

AMERICAN MODELS

First 1000 miles (1600km) service

only

Renew engine oil.

Check/top up transfer box oil.
Renew front axle oil.
Renew rear axle oil.
Renew steering swivel housing oil.

Chec/top up power steering fluid.
Check/top up transmission oil.

Check operation

of

all instruments, fuel and

Check/top up clutch and brake m/c fluid level.

temperature gauges, warning indicators, lamps,

Check for oil/fluid leaks from:

horns and audio unit.

Suspension, dampers and self levelling unit, engine

Check operation of

front

and

rear screen

and transmission units, front and rear axles.

wash/wipers.

Check brake pipes/unions for security, chafing leaks

Check operation and security of rear view mirrors

and corrosion.

and for cracks and crazing.

Check power steering system for leaks, hydraulic

Check condition and security of seats, seat belt

pipes/unions

for security, chafing and corrosion.

mountings, belts and buckles.

Check fuel system for leaks.

Check exhaust system for leaks, security and

Check fuel tank for condition and mounting bolts for

damage.

tightness

Check tires comply with manufacturer’s specification.

Check cooling and heater systems for leaks, hoses

Check tires for cuts, lumps, bulges, uneven wear,

for security and condition.

tread depth and road wheels for damage.

Check security and operation of park brake.

Checkladjust tire pressures including spare.

Check foot brake operation.

Check/tighten road wheel retaining nuts.

Check condition and security of steering unit, joints

Drain flywheel housing-re-install plug.

and gaiters.
Checkladjust steering

box.

Check front toe.

Check positive crankcase ventilation system for leaks

and hoses for security and condition.
Check operation of throttle mechanical linkage.
Check ignition wiring and

HT

leads for security and

fraying.
Checkladjust all drive belts.

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REISSUED:

FEB

1993

MAINTENANCE

CALIFORNIA

California models - For maintenance after

45,000

miles (72,000 km) we recommend that the

U.S.A.

Required Maintenance’ is carried out in addition to the ’Recommended Maintenance’ list.

NOTE: The next service is due in six months

if

you drive less than

7,500

miles (12,000 km).

REISSUED: FEB 1993

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FEB

1993

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