Land Rover Discovery: Vehicle Inspection
NOTE:
For additional information on systems/components that must be
checked, refer to the relevant Specification section in the Workshop
Manual.
Vehicle inspections may be carried out for various reasons. the following
sections provide clarity on specific systems/components that must be
checked.
- Inspect windscreen, door, tailgate and rear quarter glass for damage.
- Check operation of door locks, hinges, door checks, bonnet catch & fuel
flap.
- Check and top-up coolant level(s) and windscreen washer reservoirs.
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.
NOTE:
This inspection is for diesel vehicles fitted with Diesel Exhaust Fluid
(DEF) only.
Check the DEF level and top-up as required
- Check condition of accessory drive belt(s).
- Check battery(s) charge and condition and record voltage.
- Check expiry date on tire repair system fluid (if fitted).
- Check tire pressures, condition, tread depth, signs of uneven wear and
suitability (including spare).
- Check security of engine and transmission mounting rubbers.
- Check visually brakes, coolant, fuel and Dynamic Response (if fitted)
hoses, unions, and electrical harnesses for chafing, leaks and corrosion.
- Check exhaust system for leaks, security and damage.
- Inspect brake pads for wear, calipers for leaks and discs for condition.
- Check steering and front and rear axle suspension link fixings, check
condition of mounting rubbers.
- Check condition of all suspension, driveshafts and steering boots and
gaiters.
- Check steering rod ball joint fixings and condition of ball joints, dust
covers and EPAS water drain valve (if fitted).
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NOTES:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Some variation in the illustrations may occur, but the essential
information is always correct.
Disconnect the
SEE MORE:
The Intelligent stop/start system is
designed to improve fuel efficiency and
is automatically activated when the
vehicle's ignition is switched on. Unless it
is required to support other vehicle
systems, the engine will switch off if the
vehicle is stopped, for example, at traffic
lights. When the b
SPECIAL TOOL(S)
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NOTE:
LH illustration shown, RH is similar.
Raise and support the vehicle using a suitable 2 post lift.
Refer to: Lifting (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and
Operation).
Remove the front halfshaft.
Refer to: Front Left Halfshaft (205-04 Front Drive Halfsha