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| 97 Range Rover 4.0 | 10/10/2008 | Nigel HIbbitt |
Q: My 1997 rr 4.0 /129k miles For about a month the truck would over heat when sitting still(5minutes) ...
A: From your description, it sounds like you have a blocked radiator. Radiators in these vehicles ...
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| LAND ROVER freelander rear differential problem | 10/10/2008 | Nigel HIbbitt |
Q: I have 99 LAND ROVER FREEALANDER 2,0l tds DIESEL. I had problem with rear differential. At first it ...
A: Different sized tyres could lead to differential failure. Also, if the centre viscous coupling on ...
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| freelander | 10/10/2008 | Nigel HIbbitt |
Q: mt 2litre diesel automatic TD4 freelander has been very heavy on fuel recently, been on diagnostic ...
A: A leaking injector will not show up on a scan tool. You an check them as follows: 1)Remove the ...
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| 2001 land rover range rover hse 4.6 | 10/10/2008 | John McInnis |
Q: I was handed a basket case L.R. R.R. 4.6 top end over haul and have found conflicting data On the ...
A: the owner's manual has a spark plug (HT) lead diagram which shows (from the front of the engine) ...
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| Disco Oxy Sensor | 10/10/2008 | Nigel HIbbitt |
Q: I just purchased (4) 4 wire universal replacement oxygen sensors for my 98 Discovery. Mechanic now ...
A: You must use the correct fitting 0/2 sensors. The larger fitting sensors are for a different system, ...
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| Coolant leaks | 10/9/2008 | John McInnis |
Q: I have a 1999 4.6 rover and ther is coolant leaking from back top of engine. When I start the car it ...
A: the first leak sounds like either the feed or return hose of the heater matrix (heater core). They ...
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| 2000 Disco II - heater core | 10/9/2008 | John McInnis |
Q: My 2000 Disco II is pouring coolant into the passenger side of the cab and the mechanic tells me ...
A: heater matrix has to be changed. In order to do this the dashboard has to be dismantled and is very ...
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| 2002 Land Rover Discovery overheating. | 10/9/2008 | Nigel HIbbitt |
Q: Good morning Nigel, The problem I am having is my 2002 Discovery with 97,000 miles is overheating. ...
A: I would recommend you perform the block test anyway to be certain there is no engine damage. The ...
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| 98 disco cat conv & starter | 10/8/2008 | Nigel HIbbitt |
Q: ..My 98 Discovery runs great. My daughter left the door open..it wouldn't crank..just click. Now, a ...
A: If, in fact, it was running fine before the door was left open, it sounds like you still have a flat ...
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| TD5 missfire @ 1400-2000 Rpm | 10/8/2008 | John McInnis |
Q: the injector wiring harness under the rocker cover and the main engine wiring harness but it still ...
A: you best bet is to chat with a TD5 owner who should have more experience than I. After all the ...
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| range rover 4.0 1995 1996 connector? | 10/8/2008 | John McInnis |
Q: i have a 4.0 litre petrol model range rover i have done a top end rebuild and have a 4 pin wire ...
A: Do you have a RAVE CD? IF so, you could match it up within all the connectors listed in the ETM of ...
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| "tres amigos" | 10/7/2008 | John McInnis |
Q: I've had "the 3 amigos" for about a cpl of months. i have spent many hours researching this issue ...
A: Hola Edison! Sorry to read that you have the 3 amigos on board. Typical LR response is to swap out ...
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| '01 Disco Cooling System overheating | 10/7/2008 | John McInnis |
Q: I own a 2001 Land Rover Discovery II SE with 68,000 miles. Recently, I have had an odd development ...
A: one of two common problems could be involved here. It could be a failing thermostat and the fix is ...
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| ABS light/reset | 10/6/2008 | Nigel HIbbitt |
Q: I recently had the master cylinder replaced on my 1999 Landrover Discovery. My mechanic is having a ...
A: A master cylinder failure would not trigger the ABS light. You need to go to someone with the ...
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| 97 Disco no fuel pressure - relay not energized | 10/6/2008 | Nigel HIbbitt |
Q: I have a 97 Discovery 4.0 SFI that ran fine yesterday (before being washed and waxed) but this ...
A: It sounds like the inertia switch tripped. Check the switch and let me know if this doesn't resolve ...
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| Range Rover 4.6 HSE 1994 | 10/6/2008 | Nigel HIbbitt |
Q: Got woken up last night by range rover indicators coming on and staying on, loaked and unlocked it ...
A: It sounds like the BECM has been corrupted, usually from liquid spillage under the front seat. You ...
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| 2003 Range Rover Air Suspension Fault | 10/6/2008 | Dennis Altman |
Q: .... I have a 2003 Range Rover HSE with 65000 miles on it. I noticed when I would get in it in the ...
A: I've not tried the tire patch but I have heard from others that it works for temporary measure, also ...
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| Freelander stalling/ Dash lights all coming on | 10/6/2008 | John McInnis |
Q: How do I rectify the stalling of my freelander and correct the engine light and hill descent from ...
A: you should find someone who can read the OBDII codes that are associated with this problem. It ...
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| 2002 Land Rover Discovery overheating. | 10/6/2008 | Nigel HIbbitt |
Q: Good morning Nigel, The problem I am having is my 2002 Discovery with 97,000 miles is overheating. ...
A: I would definitely recommend a radiator. 90k miles is about the limit on these cars for a radiator. ...
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| 98 Disco requires some TLC | 10/6/2008 | John McInnis |
Q: John, 1998 disco 1 4.0l gas. 1) having trouble starting after sitting in the cold and damp. will ...
A: wow...that's quite a crazy list. 1. Could be starter or solenoid. Need a good 120RPM to turn over ...
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| Viscous Fan | 10/5/2008 | Nigel HIbbitt |
Q: I have a Range Rover Classic 3.9 1991 model it is an Auto, My question relates to the Viscous Fan ...
A: You can remove your fan and add an electric fan, but you do need a fan, whether with or without a ...
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| Just bought a 98 LR Disco, radio no sound, etc | 10/3/2008 | Nigel HIbbitt |
Q: I just bought a 1998 LR Discovery (I, I believe), with 59000 miles on it. The Carfax looks clean, ...
A: The shaking sounds like th tires or a balancing issue. It could also be the panhard rod bushings or ...
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| Disco '97 V8 not starting | 10/3/2008 | John McInnis |
Q: I can hear the fuel pump buzzing away, theres fuel in the tank, battery is fine. Ive pushed the ...
A: common problems with difficult starts are EMS sensor faults, old spark plug wires and plugs, ...
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| 2003 Range Rover Air Suspension Fault | 10/2/2008 | Dennis Altman |
Q: .... I have a 2003 Range Rover HSE with 65000 miles on it. I noticed when I would get in it in the ...
A: was it at normal ride height? If low (or high) the cracks can be self sealing. It's also possibe ...
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| 2001 Land Rover Discovery SE II | 10/2/2008 | Nigel HIbbitt |
Q: I have a '01 Disco 2 with just shy of 90,000 on it. Just recently it has begun intermittently ...
A: The engine management system on this model routinely adjusts the idle speed for cold starts. If it ...
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| 2003 Discovery SE | 10/2/2008 | Nigel HIbbitt |
Q: I am looking at purchasing a Disco (75K miles)that just had the ABS module rebuilt by a local shop. ...
A: The main fault with the ABS modualtor on these vehicles is electrical shuttle valve failure. The ...
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| 2003 Range Rover Air Suspension Fault | 10/1/2008 | Dennis Altman |
Q: .... I have a 2003 Range Rover HSE with 65000 miles on it. I noticed when I would get in it in the ...
A: The bags can leak intermittently, it's very frustrating to diagnose. The airbags are likely ...
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| fuel tank recall | 10/1/2008 | Nigel HIbbitt |
Q: I took my LR to the dealer in Plains,PA and after a few days got a call saying it would cost me ...
A: Contact the Land Rover district service manager in the area. They are required by Federal law to ...
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| 1995 Disco - Rocks the house!!! | 10/1/2008 | John McInnis |
Q: it was a land rover 1995 in my previous question about the light
A: no problem. I too have a '95 Disco. Its a 5 speed manual and (like yours) a real beauty. Not many ...
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| 1995 Land Rover CEL | 10/1/2008 | John McInnis |
Q: I have bought a used LR-discovery but check enginge light on.prior owner says cant get off and ...
A: I wonder how many LR service managers would drool over a problem like this. Hard to believe a ...
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| Fault code P1470 & P1472 | 9/30/2008 | Dennis Altman |
Q: The "service engine soon" light came on and the code reader gave P1470 and P1472. What parts do I ...
A: It's not always as easy as replacing a part, in this case the codes are: P1470 Varable intake ...
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| Mass airflow sensor | 9/30/2008 | Nigel HIbbitt |
Q: Aloha Nigel, Jeff from Hawaii again. 2002 LR Disco 2. Thanks for the driveshaft info. Went in like ...
A: The black soot on one side of the plugs is pretty common. It can be caused by sticky inlet exhaust ...
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| Crankshaft Sensor (error code 0335 & p1884) | 9/30/2008 | Nigel HIbbitt |
Q: Any ideas or schematics for replacing the crankshaft sensor on my 2003 Disco II
A: The crank sensor is on the left, rear side of the engine by the transmission. The connector is ...
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| 2001 LR Discovery SEII, overheating issue | 9/29/2008 | Dennis Altman |
Q: I have a 2001 Land Rover Discovery SEII. I've had the head gaskets replaced a few months ago. ...
A: sounds like it may be a clogged radiator because of the stop-leak. if not a poorly done head-job ...
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| No crank 2000 Discovery Series II 4.0 V8 | 9/29/2008 | Nigel HIbbitt |
Q: Bought a used 00 Disco. Don't know the history. It goes into immobilised mode shortly after being ...
A: It sounds to me like the vehicle is set in passive arming mode with the key not being in synch with ...
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| 87 classic no start | 9/28/2008 | Nigel HIbbitt |
Q: I have a 1987 RR Classic that will not start. I have spark at coil & plugs, fuel (tested 0volts), ...
A: Check to make sure the rollover (inertia) switch has not been activated. This switch is on the ...
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| flashing lights | 9/28/2008 | Nigel HIbbitt |
Q: the "sport" mode and "manual" mode light and the "D" light are flashing when I turn the engine on, ...
A: I presume this is a Discovery II. Normally the flashing lights are a bad battery. If this doesn't ...
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| 97' Defender 4.0 V8 | 9/28/2008 | Nigel HIbbitt |
Q: Cold starts fine, after running several minutes if re-start attempted the motor turns normal but ...
A: Check the fuel pressure. It should be approximately 37 psi. If it drops off when warm, replace the ...
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| 1997 Range Rover 4.0 Suspension problems | 9/27/2008 | Dennis Altman |
Q: The suspension is working normally, but when the brake is applied and the shifter is moved from Park ...
A: That sounds like a communications problem, since the suspension works correctly then it's probably ...
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| Mass airflow sensor | 9/25/2008 | Nigel HIbbitt |
Q: Aloha Nigel, Jeff from Hawaii again. 2002 LR Disco 2. Thanks for the driveshaft info. Went in like ...
A: Mass Air Flow Sensors on these vehicles do not normally cause misfires. If they did, they wouldn't ...
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