Land Rover Discovery: Identification Codes / Description and Operation
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ( VIN )
NOTE:
Some variation in the illustrations may occur, but the essential information is always correct.
- VIN, stamped location
- VIN, Windscreen
- VIN Label
VIN Plate - UK, Europe and ROW
- Type/Approval Number - If shown
- VIN Number
- Gross Vehicle Weight
- Gross Combination Weight
- Front Axle Weight
- Rear Axle Weight
- Colour Code Group
VIN Plate - China
- Vehicle VIN Number
- Engine Type/Capacity/Power
- Occupancy
- Build Date
- Gross Vehicle Weight
- Gross Trailer Weight
VIN Plate - Gulf markets
- Build Date
- Model year
- Vehicle VIN Number
TIRE DATA LABEL - UK , EUROPE AND ROW
- Tire Size
- Tire Pressures
CERTIFICATION / TIRE DATA LABEL - NAS ONLY
- Vehicle VIN Number
- Bar Code Identification
- Tire Pressures
TIRE PRESSURE LABEL - CANADA ONLY
- Tire Pressures
- Vehicle VIN Number
- Vehicle Type
VIN NUMBER IDENTIFICATION
VIN number - UK, EU and ROW
2.2 LITER DIESEL ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER
The 2.2 Liter Diesel Engine Serial Number is stamped on the RH side of the cylinder block.
2 .0 LITER DIESEL ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER
The 2.0 Liter Diesel Engine Serial Number is stamped on the RH side of the cylinder block.
2.0 LITER PETROL ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER
The 2.0 Liter Petrol Engine Serial Number is etched into the RH side of the engine block.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SERIAL NUMBER
The Automatic Transmission Serial Number is stamped on the transmission casing.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION SERIAL NUMBER
The Manual Transmission Serial Number is stamped on the transmission casing.
REAR DIFFERENTIAL SERIAL NUMBER
The Rear Differential Serial Number is stamped on the side of the differential casing.
POWER TRANSFER UNIT
The number is stamped on the underside of the casing.
Important Safety Instructions
Safety Notice
Appropriate service methods and correct repair procedures are essential for the safe, reliable operation of all motor vehicles, as well as the safety of the person doing the work. This manual provides general directions for accomplishing service and repair work with tested effective techniques.
Following them will help assure reliability.
There are numerous variations in procedures, techniques, tools, and parts for servicing vehicles, as well as in the skill of the person doing the work.
This manual cannot possibly anticipate all such variations and provide advice or cautions as to each. Accordingly, anyone who departs from the instructions provided in the manual must first establish that neither personal safety or vehicle integrity is compromised from choices of methods, tools or parts.
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Jacking and Lifting - Jacking
GENERAL
WARNING:
The following instructions must be adhered to before raising the
vehicle off the ground:
Position vehicle on a solid, level surface.
Apply the parking brake.
Select 'P' - PARK on
Hydraulic Jack
WARNINGS:
Before commencing work on underside of vehicle, ensure that
axle
stands are correctly positioned and vehicle is securely supported.
Always chock the rear wheels when jacking the front
Raising the Rear of the Vehicle
All vehicles
WARNING:
Always chock the front wheels when jacking the rear of the vehicle.
Apply the parking brake.
Select 'P' - Park on automatic transmission selector.
Select 'N' - Neutral on manua
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Engine - Ingenium i4 2.0l Diesel Valves (G1875887) / Removal and Installation
SPECIAL TOOL(S)
REMOVAL
Refer to: Cylinder Head (303-01B Engine - INGENIUM I4 2.0L
Diesel, Removal and Installation).
NOTE:
Repeat step for other Valves.
Using the special tool 303-252 compress the valve spring. Remove
2 collets from the valve stem using a magnet.
Special Tool(s): 303-252
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Glow Plugs
Glow plug (4 off)
Glow plug harness
The glow plug system has a glow plug installed in the inlet side of each
cylinder. The glow plugs heat the combustion chambers before and during
cranking, to aid cold starting, and after the engine starts to reduce
emissions and engine noise when idling with
