Land Rover Discovery: Pre -test and Functional Checks
NOTE:
For additional information on systems that must be checked, refer to
the relevant Specification section in the Workshop Manual.
Pre-test and functional checks of systems which affect the safe and legal
operations of the vehicle, such as brakes, lights and steering, must be
carried out before the road test.
- Check operation of all lamps, horns and warning indicators.
- Check condition and operation of seats, seat belts and mirrors.
- Check condition and operation of windshield, wipers, blades and washer
jets.
CAUTIONS:
- Brake fluid level should be between MIN and MAX based upon
brake pad wear.
- Only top-up brake fluid level to MAX after new brake pads have
been installed.
- If the brake fluid level is below MIN, visually check for any
leaks.
Check brake fluid level.
- Check engine oil level.
- Check coolant level(s).
- Check tires, for correct pressure, compatible types and tread patterns,
and wear within limits.
- Check there is sufficient fuel in the tank to complete the test.
- Check all around the engine, transmission and under the vehicle for oil,
coolant, hydraulic and fuel leaks. Make a note of any apparent leaks and
wipe off the surrounding areas to make it easier to identify the extent of
the leak on completion of the test.
BRAKE TESTING
Avoid brake testing on busy roads where it can cause inconvenience or
danger to other road users.
CAUTION:
Brake testing, which includes heavy brake applications, should not be
carried out with new brake pads/discs until the components have
bedded-in. New brake friction material will not reach full efficiency
until the bedding-in process is complete.
Test the brakes at several speeds within the normal operating range using
both light and heavy pedal pressure. Note any tendency to snatch, pull or
drag, and any undue delay in application or release.
Allow the vehicle to coast and note any tendency to pull to one side, or
evidence that the brakes are binding.
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CAUTIONS:
Make sure that the vehicle is clear of people and obstacles before
adjusting the suspension.
To maintain control of the vehicle at a standstill, during
suspension
height adjustment, m
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
Road or rolling road testing may be carried out for various reasons and a
procedure detailing pre-test checks, through engine starting and stopping,
pre-driving checks, on-te
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TIRE LOCATION
Because of the requirement for different pressure targets and thresholds for
the front and rear tires, the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) can
identify the location of the tires on the vehicle, and assign received tire
pressure sensor identification to a specific position on the
Breather and tube
Drive flange
Hydraulic pressure line from AWD valve block (P4)
Hydraulic pressure line from AWD valve block (P3)
Input shaft
Left cover
Casing
Engine mounting bracket
Right cover
Crown wheel shaft
Level plug
Drain plug
Hydraulic connection (P3)
Hydraulic connection