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About John Robison
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I own J E Robison Service in Springfield, MA. We are Bosch Car Service for Land Rover, BMW, Mercedes, and other European lines. I can answer most questions about Land Rover service or repair. I'm known as a car enthusiast, machine aficianado, photographer, writer, and speaker. I've been around Land Rovers and British cars most of my life. Visit me at my car business, www.robisonservice.com or my author website, www.johnrobison.com. Check out my autism and writing blog at jerobison.blogspot.com or my photos on www.pbase.com/robisonphoto John Elder Robison

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I have been a Land Rover service manager since Land Rover returned to North America in 1987. My company is a four-star Bosch Car Service facility, known nationwide for Land Rover service, overhaul, customization, and restoration. We're a dealer and service agent for APCO, backer of the Land Rover Assured and Certified dealer service contracts and Easycare independent service contracts. In addition to Land Rover our company services BMW, Jaguar, Mercedes-Benz, Rolls_Royce, and Bentley motorcars. We have factory-plus-level service capability for all makes. Visit my company online at www.robisonservice.com > service > land rover Also visit my blog at robisonservice.blogspot.com

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In the Land Rover world, my writing can be found in Land Rover Lifestyle, Land Rover Monthly, The Rover News, The Rover Log, The Rover Reference. In the wider publishing world, my work is published by 20 publishers in over 50 countries. Look Me in the Eye is a New York Times bestseller and an international bestseller.

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I am ASE certified, Bosch Trained, and trained by Omnitec/T4 and Autologic on their Land Rover test systems.

   

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In Category  Land Rover Repair

SubjectDate Asked

Water Pump...11/15/2009
  Q: I just got my 98 Disco out of the Shop for a new water pump and bottom Radioator Hose. I got is ...
  A: Well, I would certainly have a talk with the mechanic about how that happened. People make mistakes, ...
1997 Discovery LSE V8i11/13/2009
  Q: Last February my '97 Discovery would not start and if it did, acted like it wasn't getting enough ...
  A: Mass air meters are commonly available in the $300 range. I'm not sure what you are talking about ...
Land rover dis2 wheel bearings11/12/2009
  Q: How can you tell if you need to replace the wheel bearing in a land rover? Also, is a land rover ...
  A: If the wheel bearings are bad you will get ABS fault codes - the ABS warning will be lit - or you ...
Climate Control11/9/2009
  Q: 1998 P38 4.0 Problem with passanger side climate contol switching from a/c to heat and vise versa. ...
  A: Your passenger side problem has nothing to do with refrigerant level. You probably need new servos. ...
Defender Td5 fuel pump whine11/7/2009
  Q: I own a 2002 Defender Td5 with around 130 000 km on the clock. The fuel pump normally makes a ...
  A: That noise may mean the pump is going bad, or the filter is getting clogged. Change the filter now ...
trans cooler11/7/2009
  Q: trans cooler leaking, might be on coupler? My repair book say that you can just pull the cooler. ...
  A: The usual cause of cooler leaks is rust and corrosion. Here at Robison Service (in New England) w ...
air suspension inactive11/6/2009
  Q: Please could you advise me as to why I have this message on the dashboard of my 2003 registered L322 ...
  A: That message usually means there are faulty or conflicting signals from one or more sensors, so ...
To many miles on a disco??11/5/2009
  Q: I am wanting to buy a used land rover discovery and I found one. It is a 2000 v8. what a beauty! but ...
  A: That's pretty high mileage. I'd look it over really carefully to see what kind of care it's ...
1996 Disco brakes11/4/2009
  Q: John- 1996 Disco I, 177,000 miles. Disco started pulling hard left when I stood on the brakes. Not ...
  A: I can't say that you do or don't have a bad flex line. It would be unusual if you did. Either way, ...
landrover discovery overheating11/3/2009
  Q: We had our Discovery's engine overhauled and head gaskets repaired about 1 1/2 months ago for a ...
  A: Your experience shows why people should find a trustworthy mechanic and stick with them. If I was ...
'04 RR telescoping mechanism11/1/2009
  Q: Today, I inadvertently switched on the hill descent while the vehicle was off (I was wiping up a ...
  A: Steering column failure is quite common. I do not think you pushing the HDC button should lead to ...
1998 discovery problem10/31/2009
  Q: Why does my Discovery slow down while driving? It would not go over 20-30 mph even if the gas pedal ...
  A: There's an article on sticky valves on my main website that may explain your problem. Go to ...
Engine leaks10/31/2009
  Q: I have a 2003 Land Rover Discovery SE with 89000 miles and we took it in to the Omaha,NE Land Rover ...
  A: Does the truck leave spots on the ground? Do the leaks bother you? If the answers are no, you can ...
RANGE ROVER TD6 HSE 200310/30/2009
  Q: the trim on drivers door armrest has split and needs repair. I have removed the only screw visible ...
  A: The door panel on that car costs over $1,000 in the USA. It's held on with some hidden fasteners ...
Head Gaskets/Coolant Leak10/28/2009
  Q: I first asked my mechanic about frequently low oil and coolant in my 2004 Discovery II SE in April ...
  A: Your Rover may well need those things. At Robison Service we receive overs from all over the East ...
2001 Disco SE II10/27/2009
  Q: After replacing the IAC valve (previous code 1509), vehicle is still hard to start, and a new code ...
  A: If you smell gas you either have a totally different problem or you knocked something off while ...
too many problems for a young car10/27/2009
  Q: I have a 2000 Disco II, bought new. It has only 68,000 miles on it. All of a sudden I'm replacing ...
  A: With all due respect, you've got to get real with your thinking! This is a nine-year-old vehicle. ...
1996 Land Rover Range Rover dies while driving10/26/2009
  Q: I have a 1996 Land Rover Range Rover 4.6 and when the RPM get below a certain point like when coming ...
  A: No. If the filter were clogged you'd be fine at idle and run out of gas at speed. If the mechanic ...
BRAKE PEDAL HARDNESS & Head Lamps10/26/2009
  Q: I have a brake pedal hardness problem of my Land Rover Discovery Yr 2000 ENGINE No: 10P64436AG ...
  A: You did not say if you have gas or diesel engine. The brakes are boosted by vacuum, and the problem ...
suspension fault10/25/2009
  Q: what is the possible causes when the " suspension fault normal height only" message comes into the ...
  A: That probably means there is a fault from one of the sensors that measures vehicle height. The only ...
jerking while driving10/24/2009
  Q: I just purchased a 2004 Land Rover Discovery II HSE and it has been running great but today while ...
  A: It's really hard to say. Ou could have been feeling the engine cutting out briefly, which might ...
Discovery II Transmission Maint10/23/2009
  Q: I have a '03 Discovery II that I bought used. I want to svc the trans but can't decide whether to or ...
  A: I suggest you drain and refill the pan but do not pull the filter. If the fluid comes out really ...
95 discovery10/23/2009
  Q: i've been reading all these people talking about overheating in traffic, i've had mine for about a ...
  A: It's not going to overheat in traffic unless something is wrong. On a 1995 the most likely guess is ...
range rover 1990 county10/22/2009
  Q: i replaced the timing belt need to know where the is for the crank shaft pully
  A: Range Rovers in the United States do not have timing belts. All Rover gas V8 engines have timing ...
Rear Door Latch Problem10/21/2009
  Q: I have a 00' Disco that I can no longer manually open the rear door. The latch is currently in the ...
  A: The rear tailgate doors are known for sticking in that way. Pop the "Land Rover" logo out and shoot ...
99 Discovery II10/20/2009
  Q: and thanks in advance for your help! I have a 99 Discovery II with 150000 miles and the check ...
  A: My instinct is to agree with the dealer on this. I have seen many problems like yours caused by ...
P38 passenger and rear door are locked from both sides10/20/2009
  Q: what is the proceedure to release the passenger door from being stuck? Apparently, the rear door is ...
  A: If both doors on the right side are jammed shut you have a serious problem. I actually don't know ...
Fan Belt Tensioner10/19/2009
  Q: I have a 2003 Discovery and the belt started a whining sound like it was loose. Before I got home ...
  A: The belt tensioner does not cause overheating unless the belt actually comes off. If the belt is ...
Discovery II SLS bouncing10/19/2009
  Q: I am having a problem with the SLS on a 1999 Discovery II TD5 auto. The rear suspension seems to ...
  A: You may have a sensor problem, or there may be an issue with the height control valves. Many people ...
changing intercooler10/17/2009
  Q: how long will it take to change the intercooler on a 2003 range rover td6 and is it a hard job to ...
  A: We do not have that engine here in the USA, so I can't answer from experience. On older Defenders, ...
2000 Range Rover10/17/2009
  Q: My range rover after hitting a small rough spot in the road had all it's hydraulic or suspension ...
  A: It sounnds like your air suspension has failed. I'd suggest you give serious thought to converting ...
mass airflow sensor10/16/2009
  Q: i have a check engine light on and the code says its a mass airflow sensor, Do i need to repair this ...
  A: A failing mass air meter will not damage the engine. But you'll have to fix it to make the check ...
power out10/16/2009
  Q: The battery is disconnected in my 03' land rover so how do I get in.
  A: You should still be able to insert the mechanical key in the door lock and open the door. Did you ...
drivers door lock stuck10/15/2009
  Q: my door lock is stuck on a 2000 rover 4.0 i can't open close because nothing is moving.something ...
  A: When that happens you have to replace the latch. But you first have to open the door!! What we do ...
window not working10/15/2009
  Q: I have a 2001 land rover se discovery 2. the drivers side front side window does not go up and down ...
  A: I don't know what is inexpensive to you, but it sounds like you need a regulator, which costs about ...
2003 Discovery Exhaust10/14/2009
  Q: I was driving and noticed the engine light started flashing and then the car became sluggish like I ...
  A: Based on your description it sounds like you have a serious misfire, and you will damage your truck ...
'04 RR suspension10/14/2009
  Q: I do not know if if this is normal or not, but when I turn my car on the front of the car raises up. ...
  A: No, it is not normal. If it raises up that must mean it goes down when it is parked, right? If so, ...
LR DISCOVERY 199810/12/2009
  Q: I'm one of the unfortunate's who insists on owning Land Rover's. I'm currently rebuidling a ...
  A: The most common cause of performance loss is the camshaft - the lobes wear flat and you lose lift. ...
rear rotors10/12/2009
  Q: do you have a diagram for the removal of the rear rotors? and a list of all the parts I will need ...
  A: I do not have a diagram but you can buy a day's access to Land Rover's official site and download ...
rear hub assembly repair 2004 discovery10/11/2009
  Q: Last week I had the 60,000 mile check up for my car at a dealership. They told me that I needed rear ...
  A: There is really no way for me to convey the sound or feel of a drive shaft problem in words. If you ...
transmission fluid10/11/2009
  Q: How do i check and refill the transmission fluid in a 2000 Land Rover Discovery Series II? I think ...
  A: The fluid is checked via the fill plug on the left front side of the transmission. You run the car ...
2002 Discovery Tranny Fluid Check10/10/2009
  Q: Where is the Fill Level Plug for the transmission fluid? Do you have a diagram or picture? Will a ...
  A: The fluid is checked via the fill plug on the left front side of the transmission. You run the car ...
U-Bolt??10/9/2009
  Q: I'll prefix by saying I am knot a mechanical person!!I have a 2000 Disco II, about 2yrs ago we had ...
  A: There is no such thing as a front u bolt. There are u joints in the front drive shaft; perhaps that ...
belt / tentsioner10/8/2009
  Q: how do i use the tension on a 97' land rover discovery v8? i just can't seem to get it to work.
  A: You put a long wrench on the nut in the center of the idler and push to swing the tensioner loose. ...
repair manual10/8/2009
  Q: We are a married couple in Atlanta, ga. We have the 2005 land rover LR3. It seems like everything ...
  A: 2005 workshop manuals are online, or electronic. You can subscribe at www.landrovertechinfo.com ...
04 Disco Dash/Steering Rattle10/7/2009
  Q: Kudos to you, your previous advice has always been spot on. I have a pristine 04 Disco SE with 34K ...
  A: It's really impossible to guess about noises without seeing the vehicle. It could be in the dash, ...
Disco2 V8 Auto Box10/6/2009
  Q: I had my Disco2 gearbox oil checked and topped up a short while ago at 170 000 km and it was working ...
  A: Whatever it is, it is almost certainly within the gearbox. I'd suggest you remove it and send it to ...
2002 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY10/6/2009
  Q: THERE IS A SMALL RED LIGHT ON THE DASHBOARD THAT IS BLINKING, AND WHEN I TRY AND START, THE HORN ...
  A: It sounds like a security lockout. Try inserting the key in the driver door, and locking and ...
land rover freelander fuel pump td410/4/2009
  Q: Soon as you turn the ignition on. Does it need calibrating to the vehicle or will it be something ...
  A: My first thought is that the pump is defective. But some amount of noise is normal. The pump is ...
code 147110/3/2009
  Q: my checdk engine light came on, and the scanner said code 1471. What does that mean? I am not able ...
  A: P1471 points to the failure of the variable intake manifold in a Freelander. It's about a $1,000 ...
Land Rover10/2/2009
  Q: Having great difficulty with diagnostics on Land Rovers.The kts and esitronic seems to be very ...
  A: KTS and Esitronic do not have much on Land Rover. You'll do better buying a day's access at Land ...
LR Disco '95 3.9L10/1/2009
  Q: we just had my wife's Landie repaired (cylinder heads skimmed and new head gaskets). When we got it ...
  A: So here's the situation . . . you had new head gaskets fitted, and now the truck idles too fast. ...
m + s lights flashing9/29/2009
  Q: I just had a new throttle heater put on my '03 Disc and when pulling away my M + S light are all ...
  A: There is no way to know what's going on without the proper diagnostic equipement and training. It ...
Tire Change (2003 Land Rover Discovery)9/26/2009
  Q: I'm new to the Land Rover world and a first time owner. A tire shop told me that I needed to ...
  A: There is no way to do that. Just put a jack under the axle and raise the vehicle that way to change ...
2004 Land Rover Discovery shifter lever clunk9/24/2009
  Q: I have a 2004 Land Rover Discovery SE with 55K miles. Just got it back from the dealership for ...
  A: It sounds like you are hearing the solenoid that allows you to shift out of park only when the brake ...
Landrover Defender wont restart9/24/2009
  Q: I have a P reg (1997) Landrover Defender 110 CSW. Had some trouble with the Immobiliser and a local ...
  A: I suggest you check with a dealer or recognized LR expert to see what that garage really did. In ...
window problem9/22/2009
  Q: I have a 1996 Landrover Discovery I. One of the four windows have stopped working. I replaced the ...
  A: If you exchanged the switch and verified that there is no power reaching the motor (did you actually ...
Range Rover Sport Sun (Moon) Roof9/21/2009
  Q: I have a 2007 RR Sport. The Sun Roof rattles and also when it rains, there is water in the track ...
  A: I own the same vehicle, and my experience is similar, though I was able to adjust the roof so it ...
2003 RR suspension9/19/2009
  Q: THE FRONT OF MY RR IS SITTING LOW AND THE BACK IS SITTING HIGH. AND ALSO THE LEVELING KNOB ISN'T ...
  A: What you have is an air suspension that's filled with moving parts, all of which are starting to ...
power steering/cornering fluid resevoir9/18/2009
  Q: ......my question is the resevoir is that holds the power steering fluid and the cornering fluid ...
  A: It's not clear that you have a problem at all. The fluid just looks like that, in my experience. ...
Range Rover 4.6 HSE Change to Diesel9/17/2009
  Q: I live in Cameroon where I was able to get a Range Rover 4.6 HSE for a song. Unfortunately, petrol ...
  A: The easiest change would be to fit a 300TDI from a wrecked diesel Range Rover. That way you could ...
Flashing check engine soon light9/16/2009
  Q: I have a 2001 Ranger Rover HSE with 104K miles. While driving the check engine light came on and ...
  A: When the light flashes it means you are damaging your engine by driving. Don't ignore that light! ...
BRAKES9/16/2009
  Q: Hey Jon thanks for helping out... I have 4 brief questions... Do all discovery's leak oil? I ...
  A: The brakes squeak because you bought squeaky brakes. If the pads and rotors are all new and make ...
Soundless Stereo9/15/2009
  Q: I just bought a 02 Freelander and everything works great that is until this morning. When I parked ...
  A: If the stereo comes on and you can see stations in the dashboard display, but there is no sound, the ...
series 11 disco radiator9/15/2009
  Q: i have a leaking rad and need to remove it so it can go for repair ..can i take the rad out on its ...
  A: The radiator comes out alone. If you need step by step instructions I suggest you buy a day's ...
Noisy relay??9/14/2009
  Q: Every morning when I turn on ignition key in my 2000 LR Discovery II the lights in the black casing ...
  A: It's not obvious to me what is causing your problem. The only way to track this down will be to ...
2001 land rover discover II gas door lock9/14/2009
  Q: My gas tank door latch is no longer visible, and unable to reengage and lock tank filling door after ...
  A: There is a little plastic piece that may have fallen apart or gone missing. Go to your dealer and ...
2?'s9/13/2009
  Q: Hey I have 3 questions 1. My "service engine soon" light is on & I've got the code & it said it was ...
  A: 1) There is no such thing as a "gas cap code." There are many codes for the evaporative emission ...
DISCO OIL LEAK9/12/2009
  Q: Hey Jon thanks for helping out... I have 4 brief questions... Do all discovery's leak oil? I ...
  A: Land Rovers have a long tradition of leaking oil. I am not aware of any "super aftermarket gaskets" ...
check engine light blinking9/11/2009
  Q: two months after removing the engine (96 RR 4.0 SE)had a used 4.0 with 80,000 miles installed two ...
  A: Those codes mean you have serious misfires on both sides of the engine. Could be bad plugs, wires, ...
eas9/11/2009
  Q: Good day, I have a p-38 95 hse 4.6 I replaced some parts of air suspension,It worked ok for a while ...
  A: I have no idea what code you are getting. The Land Rover test systems I use give text descriptions, ...
rough idle9/10/2009
  Q: when the motor on my 2001 range rover is idling it causes a vibration and runs fine as soon as it ...
  A: Your vehicle has a pretty sophisticated self diagnostic system. First of all, it's hard to imagine ...
Landrover freelander 20029/8/2009
  Q: My landrover freelander 2002 was just serviced. After the service when I want to start the car it ...
  A: Well, in summer the underhood temperature is about 200F or 95C, so it's no surprise the hood rod ...
landrover timing marks9/6/2009
  Q: if head were taken off how to set timing again
  A: The timing in newer Rovers is computer controlled. If you have an older vehicle with a distributor ...
Tail light doesn't work9/5/2009
  Q: I have a 96 discovery. All the lights on my driver side assembly work except the tail light. It ...
  A: You probably have corrosion in the socket, or in the harness right back at the lamps, or you have ...
1995 Land Rover Heater Core9/3/2009
  Q: My heater core has a big leak. It was recommended to be replace with 11.9 hours at $100 per hour ...
  A: That's what I thought. Heater cores almost never fail in those models. What fails are the o-ring ...
Rover Defender Leaking Clutch9/1/2009
  Q: How much could I expect to pay to fix a leaking clutch?
  A: A leak in the clutch implies a problem with the master cylinder, the lines, or the slave cylinder. ...
Land Rover Discovery AC died8/31/2009
  Q: I have a 2003 Land Rover Discovery and the ac/heat area is dead. It won't turn on and I have ...
  A: It sounds like the panel may have failed. In a shop like ours we'd just swap it out and see, but if ...
Discovery Intolerance to water8/31/2009
  Q: I own a 1996 Land Rover Discovery I. I recently went off roading with it. I went through the first ...
  A: There is a cam sensor on the passenger bottom front of the engine. Check the connector to that, and ...
Discovery Series II doesn't shift gears8/29/2009
  Q: I have bought a 2000 Land Rover Discovery Series II and unfortunately it is parked in my driveway ...
  A: The stop lamp switch is under the dash directly above the brake pedel. If it fails you cannot shift ...
03 disco 3 amigos8/28/2009
  Q: i narrowed the problem to a bad speed sensor i would like to know when i replace it do the abs, ...
  A: If you replaced the faulty speed sensor, and there were no other problems, the light would go out. ...
Reset after batary change8/27/2009
  Q: I had to change the battery after complete drain out on range rover HSE model 2003. Now the Break ...
  A: You are going to have to find a shop with a T4 or Autologic system and have them do a system scan ...
98 discovery coding P1193-1316-03078/27/2009
  Q: motor started 120,000-- blowing a bit of anti-freeze on long trips-never overheated--developed a ...
  A: It's possible this is a head gasket leak but it is more likeley an intake leak. That said, we often ...
Help!!!8/23/2009
  Q: Hey, i have a 88 and bought it from a friend and we thought the fuel pump wasn't working so we took ...
  A: Haynes and Chilton both sell excellent workshop manuals on the old 88 Land Rovers. You can buy them ...
loss of power8/23/2009
  Q: Let me start by saying i love my 1996 land rover discovery sd 5 speed. Now my problem, i have a real ...
  A: I doubt if the problem is as simple as swapping a mass air meter. I think you should find a shop ...
engine knock on disco series 2 V8 revisited8/22/2009
  Q: John ,the bore on my motor is 94.02mm-04mm and the piston which is a B grade piston according to ...
  A: Usually piston knock is caused by taper or shrinkage on the skirt. You did not say if that was ...
96 Discovery irratic idle8/20/2009
  Q: I have a 96 discovery that has a crazy idle. Most of the time it jumps up to 2500 or more, but it's ...
  A: If it's different every time I would first look for a mechanical problem in the throttle linkage. ...
2003 Range Rover8/19/2009
  Q: While Driving to work my S-Belt Broke on the truck. I then opened the hood to noticed that it was ...
  A: First of all, there should not be any "brown water" under the hood. Your coolant should be blue in ...
transmisson8/16/2009
  Q: How do I check the transmisson fluid ,and if I need to change or add where do I do that at. Also ...
  A: On pre-1999 automotic transmissions there is a dipstick under the hood; levle is checked cold. On ...
Engine Died Completely?8/15/2009
  Q: Several months ago, I had an oil change on my '89 Range Rover Classic. The technician put in 5W30 ...
  A: The use of 5-30 oil should not precipitate a failure in an old Rover. We use Mobil 1 5-40 oil in ...
Range Rover 20058/14/2009
  Q: I have a 2005 Range Rover which has been in and out of the shop lately and the problem keeps ...
  A: Smoke is almost always a result of oil leaking onto the hot exhaust. That can come from leaks on ...
three amigos8/13/2009
  Q: I own a 2002 Land Rover Discovery SE7 with 88,000 miles. for several months my ABS, TC, HD lights ...
  A: If the lights are on, there ARE faults in the brake system. The statement that you had no faults is ...
4.6 gems motor internal rust/scale/pitting8/13/2009
  Q: i purchase a 4.6 long block engine with one year warranty unlimited miles back on 8/4/09 to replace ...
  A: I guess it's a matter for common sense. Do other metal objects left in the same environment get ...
Range Rover Classic Tailgate (upper portion)8/12/2009
  Q: I'm seeking the upper portion of the Tailgate Assembly for a '91 Great Divide. The assembly should ...
  A: I am not a parts vendor. I run a Land Rover service department in Springfield, Massachusetts. If I ...
should this LandRover Discovery be fixed?8/12/2009
  Q: I have offered to seek advice for a friend who has a 1997 Land Rover Discovery. It has been towed ...
  A: The head gaskets are probably leaking coolant onto the ground. How bad do they leak? Perhaps it's ...
freelander rear window mechanism replacement8/11/2009
  Q: I have purchased a replacement rear window mechanism/regulator for my 2003 Freelander 5-door TD4, as ...
  A: Installation is a bit complex but you can do it with ordinary hand tools. The best step by step ...
AC Blower Motors won't run8/10/2009
  Q: 1999 Land Rover Discovery and niether front or rear blower motor will run. I checked all the AC ...
  A: If your statements are all correct then you have a failed blower control unit, or a wiring fault. ...
4.6 gems motor internal rust/scale/pitting8/9/2009
  Q: i purchase a 4.6 long block engine with one year warranty unlimited miles back on 8/4/09 to replace ...
  A: Your story certainly raises some questions about the quality of the engine or the supplier, but ...
4.6 gems motor internal rust/scale/pitting8/8/2009
  Q: i purchase a 4.6 long block engine with one year warranty unlimited miles back on 8/4/09 to replace ...
  A: There are three possibilities I can see: 1) The engine suffered some damage in storage before you ...
Range Rover P38 2001 98000km's8/6/2009
  Q: All the following have started in about the last 500km of driving and in this order. I still get all ...
  A: I think you have several problems going on, and I think it's going to take some time and effort to ...
Land Rover Air Conditioner8/6/2009
  Q: I have a 2000 Land Rover Discovery and the a/c blower has stopped working. I removed the blower ...
  A: There are two wires feeding the blower. One side is power, the other is ground. Measure voltage ...
suspension compressor install8/5/2009
  Q: Hey John, I need someone to help walk me through how to find suspension compressor on my 2005 LR3 ...
  A: You can download instructions for that at www.landrovertechninfo.com I am not sure if you can ...
Land Rover Discovery 98 (3.9 L) Petrol8/4/2009
  Q: I recently bought a 98 model LR Disco, its fuel consumption is making me yell. only 3.5 Kms/Ltr. ...
  A: That's 8.5 US miles per gallon. I agree it's a lot, but if the vehicle is run in hot desert, with a ...
OEM vs aftermarket8/3/2009
  Q: I have a 1999 Discovery II with 148000 miles with the check engine light, ABS, traction control, and ...
  A: There is nothing technically difficult about unbolting a catalyst and bolting a ne wone in its ...
95 rangerover key8/2/2009
  Q: I bought a 95 hse rangerover that had no key as the owner lost the only remote key he had. So I got ...
  A: If you want the pushbutton locking to work you will have to take the BECM from the car you got the ...
1999 Land Rover Discovery8/1/2009
  Q: My dad bought a 1999 Land Rover Discovery today and at night when he was showing it to a friend the ...
  A: At this point, the alarm is going to go off as soon as you connect the battery. The only way to ...
no clutch7/31/2009
  Q: I have a 1992 landrover discovery and recently it ran out of clutch fluid, it has since been bled ...
  A: It's possible you made a mistake with the work you did, but it's been my experience that the ...
1998 range rover7/31/2009
  Q: I had starter replaced thirty days ago at a rr shop. Car was starting horrible a few days ago but ...
  A: You probably have a failing transmission. Try flushing the fluid but I would not hope for too much. ...
transmission fail message on dash7/30/2009
  Q: My RR 2003 Vogue is coming up with the transmission fail message on the dash ,what could that be
  A: Your transmission is electronically controlled. The message is the computer's way of tellign you ...
1991 V8 Disco wont start after oil light came on7/30/2009
  Q: Went 4wding in 1991 3.5 V8 Disco and everything was running fine while going through sandy & rocky ...
  A: It sounds like something failed in the cam drive gears area. You will have to remove the front ...
1998 range rover7/29/2009
  Q: I had starter replaced thirty days ago at a rr shop. Car was starting horrible a few days ago but ...
  A: It sounds like you bought a car that had a multiplicity of problems, and it's now suffering from ...
BeCM7/28/2009
  Q: my becm went bad and i bought another one it came out another vehicle my car is a 1996 Range Rover ...
  A: You will need to tow the vehicle to a shop with a T4 or Autologic system and have them synchonize ...
shifting7/27/2009
  Q: I just finished putting my 01 Disco II back together after replacing head gaskets. Now it is not ...
  A: I'm really not sure what to suggest. The transmission is all electronically controlled on your ...
Steering intermittant tightness early disco7/27/2009
  Q: I've begun to notice I've a steering that is becoming 'lumpy'. I can feel a tightness in the ...
  A: You may be feeling something that's about to break in the front end. I'd look very carefully at the ...
land rover discovery II , trans oil light7/26/2009
  Q: For some reason The website is not letting me ask a follow up question so I've come back here. My ...
  A: I do not know what I'd do with the warning light without seeing the vehicle and evaluating the ...
transmission oil temp sensor light7/26/2009
  Q: The trans oil sensor light is red. I had my fluid changed and a conditioner added and drove 20 mi ...
  A: The diagnosis of transmission failure based on that light is almost certainly wrong and suggests ...
Turbo charger7/25/2009
  Q: Can Tdi 110 defender jeeps modified to run without turbo charger unit, what will happened if turbo ...
  A: The truck will run without the turbo but it will lose quite a bit of efficiency and power. You ...
Land Rover Disco II ignition7/24/2009
  Q: My husband just finished changing the head gaskets on our 2001 Disco II Series..after he had ...
  A: The ignition lock is strictly mechanical. There is nothing tricky to confuse you. It's just a key, ...
air conditioner blown fuse issue7/23/2009
  Q: The AC 30A fuse blows. Sometime right away after replacing the blade fuse, some times it does not ...
  A: That fuse is almost certainly failing because the blower motor is tired and drawing too much ...
defender clutch7/21/2009
  Q: My defender Td5 has 155000 km on the clock.My master cilinder has failed 3 times in a six month ...
  A: I suppose what you say is possible in theory but I have never seen it in practice, and I've serviced ...
defender clutch7/20/2009
  Q: My defender Td5 has 155000 km on the clock.My master cilinder has failed 3 times in a six month ...
  A: There is nothing you could "do wrong" when operating your Defender to make the clutch cylinder fail. ...
fuel gauge7/19/2009
  Q: i have a 95 land rover discovery,head gasket was replaced on passenger side and since then the fuel ...
  A: I can't really imagine what the head gasket has to do with fuel gauge reading. As you know, the ...
1998 Land Rover Discovery losing power7/18/2009
  Q: My 1998 Discovery starts okay, but is losing power when I accelerate. The o2 sensor needs replacing ...
  A: It sounds like you are just guessing, and that gets expensive fast. I really suggest you search out ...
Error Code 1807/14/2009
  Q: My Range Rover Vogue TD6 2003 has an electric problem. Doors are not functioning with remote key. ...
  A: I have no idea where "error code 180" comes from other than to say it's a test equipment issue. If ...
98 Land Rover Discovery LE7/13/2009
  Q: Good morning. I have a problem with my exterior lights. All fuses and bulbs have been checked and ...
  A: With all those lights out, you probably have more than one problem. I expect you have a mix of bad ...
LR2 19997/13/2009
  Q: Mr Robison, The problem is the 3 amigos. ...but the abs is still working as usual so as i can see ...
  A: The only way to answer your question will be to find a shop with a T4 or Autologic diagnostic system ...
LR Discovery I '957/12/2009
  Q: My Discovery won't start. It cranks but won't start, this usually happens after rain or high ...
  A: If the vehicle has a good engine, it will run if provided with fuel and spark at the right moment. ...
disco series 2 v8 engine knock7/12/2009
  Q: John i have a knocking sound coming from cylinder 7 .i found that by disconnecting the plug the ...
  A: The head bolts tend to snap if you try and re-use them. I advise against that from personal ...
Heaters dont work7/11/2009
  Q: i hope you can help i just purchase a 4.6 2000 year landrover vogue,The (Heaters are not working but ...
  A: The first step is to make sure you are not low on coolant. If the level is right, the next step ...
cant open range rover7/10/2009
  Q: I have a 98 range rover the battery is dead . The driver side door handle is broken and Ican not ...
  A: A locksmith may be able to jimmy a door open. If not, the best window to break is the little one in ...
door locks7/9/2009
  Q: We own a 1999 Land Rover Range Rover and have had the strangest problem with the door locks. They ...
  A: My guess would have been the same as the dealer - the latches. Other problem areas could be the RF ...
98 range rover front driveshaft7/8/2009
  Q: I recently purchased a 98 range rover 4.6 hse. It had previously had the front driveshaft[from ...
  A: You can drive it that way but doing so may ruin the viscous coupler in the transfer case, a $1,000 ...
2005 LR3 AC Problem7/7/2009
  Q: I bought by LR3 last summer. The AC was really cold. This spring it did not seem as cold. Then the ...
  A: What you are describing sounds like a leak, where the system loses efficiency and gradually fails. ...
landrover freelander sunroof7/6/2009
  Q: The sunroof will not close on my landrover freelander, will this cost a lot to repair as i have been ...
  A: If that's what you have been told it sounds like you already know the answer. Many sunroof repairs ...
02 freelander timing belt7/6/2009
  Q: My 2002 freelander SE started making alot of noise when driving and I've been told I need to change ...
  A: The timing belt tool kit is available from your dealer or online suppliers like Atlantic British. ...
fuel lines7/5/2009
  Q: I am in need of a set of fuel lines for a 1998 D1. The line on my truck have rusted out! The line on ...
  A: You are in Canada, and your parts situation may be different. However, here in the USA I have had ...
radio and dash board lites7/2/2009
  Q: I have a 2002 Discovery with the 128,000 miles on it. The problems I'm having are as follows: 1. ...
  A: It sounds like your radio has an internal failure. There is a possibility that the scan button on ...
Rebuilt Landrover Discovery II SE engine7/2/2009
  Q: We have asked a question a couple of days ago about problems we are having with a reconditioned ...
  A: I think the rebuilder's excuse is bull***t. If the engine lacks compression in two cylinders that ...
Overheating7/1/2009
  Q: My wife is on a trip to her parents currently about 300 miles north. She called and said our 98 ...
  A: There is a good chance you have an internal failure in the engine, a bad block or head gasket. ...
2004 Td5 Landrover Discovery gearbox6/30/2009
  Q: Had the gearbox checked on our Td5 before heading off on a 6000 km trip around Western Australia, ...
  A: That sounds like a failure within the gearbox. Those ZF boxes are tricky to work on and beyond the ...
Range Rover 2003 HSE6/30/2009
  Q: I've owned the car since new, it has 106000km on the clock and runs beautifully. Recently the ...
  A: That sounds like a failure within the gearbox. It's possible it's a control problem but more likely ...
Disco I surging6/28/2009
  Q: I have a 97 Disco and when engine is warm to hot, the engine seems to surge on and off, almost like ...
  A: The surge is probably caused by some kind of fuel trim issue. I think you would see the problem if ...
Looking For Reputable Range Rover Mechanic in Central Florida Area6/26/2009
  Q: I have a 1996 Range Rover that needs Service. Refuse to go back to Orlando Range Rover Dealership, ...
  A: I have no personal knowledge of repair shops in the Orlando area. My best suggestion is to go to ...
98 LR discovery6/26/2009
  Q: Your previous advice was great. I really appreciate it. Is it expensive to repair the cruise ...
  A: Is it expensive to repair the cruise control? The switch is working but the cruise control doesn't ...
engine swap6/24/2009
  Q: I am helping my son change the engine in his 1995 Discovery. It has a 3.9 with a distributor ...
  A: You need a different front cover and cam to use the 4.0 block in the older vehicle. If i were you, ...
Door key does not work6/23/2009
  Q: My Freelander Land Rover 2002 model has suddenly stopped locking. When I insert the key in the front ...
  A: If the key does not turn in the lock, then the kay is damaged or the lock has failed. If the key ...
cat converter6/23/2009
  Q: i just now rebuilt my engine on my 97 discovery. i took the catalitic converters off. what can i do ...
  A: If your vehicle is a US market Rover, configired for catalysts, the check engine light will never go ...
disco series 2 v8 engine knock6/22/2009
  Q: John i have a knocking sound coming from cylinder 7 .i found that by disconnecting the plug the ...
  A: The knock is more likely to be a loose piston. The rod clearance has to be low, 1-2 thousandths but ...
2002 Disco V8 Auto Motor Cutting Out.6/21/2009
  Q: My Disco cut out on the highway last night, all readings are normal, the motor just died but ...
  A: The only thing that comes to mind is a crank sensor failure. When they fail, the engine management ...
02 Freelander keys don't work anymore6/19/2009
  Q: I loaned my 02 Freelander to a friend for a day. She swears nothing unusual happened. She parked ...
  A: It sounds to me like the column lock just chose this moment to break. You can squirt some graphite ...
Range Rover Brake Booster6/18/2009
  Q: I continue to have brake problems with my 1996 Range Rover. The ABS electrical booster pump ...
  A: Whenever someone makes a statement like "I replaced the booster pump four time," something is wrong. ...
starting6/18/2009
  Q: do 97 Disc. have a fuel check valve, turns over but will not start till step on fuel petal a few ...
  A: Cars like these have powerful electric fuel pumps. In terms of fuel delivery from the tank, pumping ...
ABS Light6/17/2009
  Q: I have a problem with my ABS. The problem started couple of months ago while My sister was driving ...
  A: The light is on, so the ABS computer has faults to report to you. If your present mechanic is ...
Discovery I Running Lights Problem6/17/2009
  Q: I was hoping you could help me with some problems keeping me from getting a mass state inspection on ...
  A: Sometimes problems like this stem from failures in the light switch. Other times they come from ...
1998 Land Rover Discovery LE6/16/2009
  Q: I purchased a 1998 Land Rover Disco approximately 3 weeks ago. Before I purchased it I had taken it ...
  A: You can price parts online with Atlantic British or Rovers North. As you will find, the pump, ...
Broke down RangeRover6/16/2009
  Q: My check engine light is on and my eas has faulted. The sensor say max speed 35mph and the truck ...
  A: You need to scan the engine computer for faults, and do what's is indicated. That's the meanign of ...
Freelander shuddering6/15/2009
  Q: My 1999 freelander shudders when your foot is removed from the accelerator and also when changing ...
  A: The behaviour you describe re jacking and turning is normal. The click may point to failing cv ...
rough ride 94 disco6/14/2009
  Q: have replaiced springs and shockers and have new tyers, but still get a rough ride, hope you can ...
  A: If the issue is a rough ride, the answer is softer springs, softer shocks, lower tire pressure, or ...
2003 Land Rover Discovery - Quick trip to get power washer gas - now Disco won't start6/14/2009
  Q: I have a 2003 Land Rover Discovery - that I love! I have never had any issues with it till ...
  A: I'm sorry that I can't say why your Rover won't start from here, over the Internet. What I can say, ...
trans failsafe prog. warning light6/13/2009
  Q: the warning light trans. failsafe prog. indicator lit up ony my 2003 range rover hse. then suddenly ...
  A: If you were so unwise as to rev your vehicle to 6,000 rpm while it was in gear and not moving you ...
plug wires 2000 DiscoII6/12/2009
  Q: I saw someone mentioned they had a tech sheet for replacing the plug wires on a 2000 DiscoII. Would ...
  A: There is no "tech sheet" about replacing plug wires. Land Rover does have a service support site, ...
starting6/12/2009
  Q: I have recently purchased a 1998 Freelander XEI S Top, I can fully turn the ignition key and all the ...
  A: It's certainly possible you have an intermmittent failure of the starter or ignition switch but the ...
2001 Discovery6/11/2009
  Q: I hope you can help me, I recently had the head gasket replaced and had done as well a valve job, I ...
  A: 1590 and 1884 are complex communication faults that are probably only soluble with factory-level ...
Rusted Firewall6/10/2009
  Q: I am busy reparing a 2000/2001 Defender Pick-up. It has a badly rusted firewall. I have been told ...
  A: The firewall is what the windshield sits on. It's the innermost part of the body. To change it, you ...
2003 Land Rover Discovery6/9/2009
  Q: I bought a used 2003 Discovery from a Land Rover dealer in Virginia. The car shook a bit more than ...
  A: It sounds like you bought a vehicle with a lot of problems. I'd suggest you find a Land Rover ...
2001 Range Rover HSE not starting6/9/2009
  Q: I have a 2001 Range Rover, the other day I shut it off with the windows down, the doors unlocked, ...
  A: Rolling the windows up and locking the vehicle is not part of the regular feature set of that ...
Land Rover Freelander 2002 - low oil pressure sign at idle6/8/2009
  Q: 2002 Land Rover Freelander with ~93K miles. Recently I saw its low pressure light flicker at idle. ...
  A: If the car loses oil pressure after 50 miles that's a sign of a serious internal engine problem. ...
Land rover disco 1993 3.9L EFI6/7/2009
  Q: How are you? I have a problem with my disco i bought 3rd hand already this car was from japan RHD ...
  A: RAVE does not cover the pre-1995 vehicles. The printed workshop manual has a procedure to test all ...
LR 1999 Discovery Big Problems6/7/2009
  Q: John, First, thanks – this is the most useful site I’ve run across and I have a feeling that it’s ...
  A: I really don't know how to advise you on finding a mechanic or how to care for your car. Much of ...
2004 Range Rover HSE6/6/2009
  Q: i have a proble my range rover was in accident the ECU was damaged i but use ecu i took the car to ...
  A: You cannot install a used ECU in that vehicle. The dealer is correct. If your ECU was damaged you ...
air conditioner Range Rover 4.0 20006/5/2009
  Q: Took my Range Rover for service because the air conditioning was not blowing cold air. Thought I ...
  A: Without knowing the prevailing labor rates in your area, and exactly what parts are needed, there is ...
2000 disco II Brake sensors6/5/2009
  Q: I had all four pads, rotors and calipers checked today and found all in perfect shape but my ABS, TC ...
  A: Your warning light problem has nothing to do with the pads and rotors. It's an electronic issue ...
transfer case6/4/2009
  Q: I have a 2000 disco 2 and noticed my rear axle not pulling. I jacked up the front and put it on ...
  A: If you were on a steep hill, and you lifted one wheel into the air, that wheel would spin and the ...
Land Rover codes6/4/2009
  Q: I have a 2001 Land Rover Range Rover SE. It has 96,000 miles on it and is displaying 2 codes. The ...
  A: If you have a misfire that returned after changing a pl;ug the next stop is to change the wires and ...
'94 Disco 1 3.9 L V8i Catalytic Converters6/3/2009
  Q: John, Great site! First a little background: My Disco affectionately called Black Betty just gave ...
  A: I believe there is more to the story than just a distributor, but I can't say what without seeing ...
2002 Land Rover Disco SE - ABS and other warning lights6/2/2009
  Q: Son has 2002 Land Rover Disco SE with ABS and other warning/failure lights on (also happened in ...
  A: The only way to tell what has failed in the ABS is to connect an Autologic or T4 test system and ...
transfer case6/2/2009
  Q: I have a 2000 disco 2 and noticed my rear axle not pulling. I jacked up the front and put it on ...
  A: Contrary to what you believe, no help is needed. Your vehicle is acting as it should. Cars have ...
Discovery 1 starting problems6/1/2009
  Q: I keep having problems with the LR Discovery from 1996 that I own. The starter sometimes would not ...
  A: You need an assistant to check this out. When the vehicle fails to crank put a test lamp on the ...
air suspenion p386/1/2009
  Q: I've just bought a up RR,all was well until three days ago,the air suspension pump has a mind of ...
  A: If the pump runs all the time, it's either worn out, or the system leaks, or both. That said, the ...
Oil leaking from side of metal valve cover5/31/2009
  Q: We have a Land Rover Discovery II. Last month my wife blew the head gasket. The dealer said they did ...
  A: No, that suggests the gasket may have slipped when they refitted it. The valve covers were removed ...
Leak5/30/2009
  Q: I have a 2004 land rover discovery. The coolant hoses and head gaskets were recently replaced. I ...
  A: I suggest you bring it back to the shop and have it checked out right away. It may be a coolant ...
replacing plenum5/30/2009
  Q: I have decided to try and replace the plenum and gasket for my 03 discovery. Is there anything ...
  A: There is no special trick to this but it's a long job. You have to move the ac compressor aside and ...
1999 Land Rover Discovery II Fluids5/29/2009
  Q: I'm replacing the wires as you said. I've decided to learn how to work on Land Rovers myself. Can ...
  A: First of all, we use Mobil 1 synthetic fluids for all Land Rovers. The differentials use gear lube. ...
Disco II 01; engine won't turn over5/28/2009
  Q: having trouble w/engine completely turning over ... Don't believe it's the starter, alternator or ...
  A: You have to start with checking basics. Does it have spark? If so, does it have fuel pressure? ...
TD5 vibration when slowing down5/27/2009
  Q: I have a 2002 TD5 manual discovery.When i am slowing down with the clutch depressed, the vehicle ...
  A: I would remove the transmission/transfer case as a unit and examine them and the clutch. The cause ...
1998 Landrover Discovery hot running problem5/27/2009
  Q: John, My 98 Disco SFI GEMS 4.0 Starts and runs fine for approximately 10 minutes. After that time ...
  A: That's why they make sophisticated test systems - so we don't guess and waste money. What I would ...
Discovery2 TD5 ACE5/26/2009
  Q: Got Discovery2 td5 5 seater , 2000. Bought it in Berlin a month ago and got it delivered to ...
  A: There is not much you can do without a T4 Autologic or IDS test system. If you can't find a ...
freelander 2004 warning lights/temp gauge5/26/2009
  Q: i have a 2004 freelander and last week my amber check engine light came on intermittintly, then my ...
  A: Whenever I hear the temp gauge is pegged there is a good chance there is internal damage in the ...
99 LAnd Rover Disco II Driving Through Severe Flood Misfires5/25/2009
  Q: John, It has been raining for a 2 weeks straight. Roads are flooded and detour signs everywhere. I ...
  A: Yes, exactly. I mean blow the connections out and make sure they are dry. Then pack in a squirt of ...
'04 Range Rover Mkiii Air suspension Problems5/24/2009
  Q: Last October I purchased an '04 Ranger Rover HSE from a CPO dealer in Dallas. Due to my job I have ...
  A: First of all, air suspension failures rarely make noise. The squeak you hear is almost certainly ...
99 LAnd Rover Disco II Driving Through Severe Flood Misfires5/23/2009
  Q: John, It has been raining for a 2 weeks straight. Roads are flooded and detour signs everywhere. I ...
  A: I hope nothing is wrong too. It sounds like you got some of the wiring wet. To prevent a ...
air suspension5/22/2009
  Q: I have a 1999 TD5, My friend unhitched a trailer for me and used the height adjuster, when he wound ...
  A: You will have to find a LR specialist with a T4 or Autologic system to check the operation of the ...
range rover fuse b25/21/2009
  Q: I have a 1994 range rover with the 4.2 liter engine. I noticed that on occasion the car wouldn't ...
  A: The answers to that question are in the Electrical Troubleshooting Manual, which is a separate book ...
oil leak5/20/2009
  Q: 1997 disco oil leaking from filter no matter how tight you get it. new filter and oil changed, ...
  A: The oil filter has its own gasket. If you fitted a genuine filter and tightened it properly it will ...
oil light5/19/2009
  Q: I purchased a 2003 Freelander 10 days ago. While on a trip, my oil light came on. I called dealer, ...
  A: If I were you, I'd seek a second opinion from a letitimate, qualified Land Rover expert right away. ...
Power seats stopped working5/17/2009
  Q: I decided to recline my drivers seat waiting for my kids, and when I needed to raise my seat back ...
  A: You may have popped a fuse. If not, the next place to look would be a failure in the body control ...
Coolant hose5/16/2009
  Q: I have a 2003 LandRover Discovery. Today I was pulling in a parking lot and noticed the red light ...
  A: By all means buy a hose, but the hose may be symptomatic of a bigger failure within the engine. Put ...
wierd noise5/15/2009
  Q: I have just purchased a 2006 4.6 HSE Range rover At 71mph a high pitched "ringing" noise can be ...
  A: We have spent 5-6 hours hunting noises like that in my service department. Pursuit of that noise ...
landrover disco5/13/2009
  Q: anyone help me i bought a disco 1995 2.5 diesal and have fluid cumin from passager side front wheels ...
  A: That's gear oil that fills the swivel housing. There is a supply of oil in the center differential, ...
lost key5/11/2009
  Q: i bought a range rover 2003 and it only came with 1 key, i lost it, how can i get a key?
  A: If you take your driver license and the vehicle registration or title to any Land Rover dealer they ...
Alarm goes off in 2003 Disco5/11/2009
  Q: Alarm goes off in my 2003 discovery and it does not start. The vehicle was working just fine until ...
  A: You should be able to reset the alarm by pressing the button on the electronic key. If you don't ...
2004 Discovery II / Horn Won't Work...5/10/2009
  Q: We just bought this car, and it is a beauty, but it did not come with the manual, and the Horn will ...
  A: You can download the owner's manual at www.landrovertechinfo.com under the "owner info" area. You ...
trans fluid5/10/2009
  Q: how can I check my transmission fluid on my disco 3 tdv6hse
  A: The fluid is checked with the vehicle running on a drive-on lift through a fill port in the side of ...
1998 land rover 4.0SE5/9/2009
  Q: 1. we converted to coil springs and we disarmed the EAS fault now we are experiencing a sqeeking ...
  A: If the vehicle didn't squeak before your modification, and it squeaks now, logic tells us the work ...
97 disco5/8/2009
  Q: HOW DO I REMOVE THE A/C EVAPORATOR CORE FROM MY 97 DISCO.IT GOT SOME FREON LEAK,AND NEED TO BE ...
  A: Replacement of the evaporator is a big job; two days of work for an experienced technician. If you ...
transmission oil temperature light on 99 disco5/7/2009
  Q: When i turn my disco 99 on it only takes about a minute and the Transmission Oil Temperture light ...
  A: There is no way that your Rover's transmission fluid can go from cold to overheated in one minute. ...
LR Discovery coolant leak5/7/2009
  Q: The coolant in my land rover is running straight through and leaking somewhere on the driver's side ...
  A: It could be anything - a broken hose, a leaking intake manifold gasket, a head gasket. Your first ...
Rear main crank shaft bearing5/6/2009
  Q: Can it be removed taking the sump off with the engine in situ to renew seals. Regards Arthur
  A: There are two components to the rear main seal. You can replace the cross seals between bearing cap ...
1995 range rover se5/5/2009
  Q: My lights are blinking on my gear shifter and the dash reads Shift to neutral. So when I do, nothing ...
  A: The cam sensor has nothing whatsoever to do with the "shift to neutral" warning. If they told you ...
oil leak from oil filter5/4/2009
  Q: I have a 2000 TD5. It has an oil leak. It was leaking mildly for a while, then started increasing. ...
  A: It sounds like you have really excessive pressure in the crankcase. That can mean there's a ...
Disco 03 Leaking Oil5/3/2009
  Q: Our disco (105K) began leaking oil and we had a local shop look at it, they tightened o-rings? Now ...
  A: "Tightened o-rings" does not sound like much of a repair description. If a shop told me that, I'd ...
1998 land rover 4.0SE parking Brake5/3/2009
  Q: I inherited this vehicle the following lights are on constantly on the dash (ABS,brakes,TC) and ...
  A: It sounds like you should find a Land Rover specialist and have them see what's wrong with the ...
2004 rang rover hse.5/2/2009
  Q: ok.....On my way home from a 3 hour road trip i heard a thump sound coming from underneath my truck. ...
  A: I really don't have any idea what's wrong from that description. But I can tell you that your ...
1988 range rover5/1/2009
  Q: i would like to know the correct procedure to replace the chassis mounts
  A: Put a floor jack under a piece of trimmed 4x4 wood and put that under the body near the mount you ...
Intermittent '00 Disco shutting down5/1/2009
  Q: A few days ago my '00 Disco II suddenly shut off while I was at a stop light. I put it in park to ...
  A: I suggest you find a shop with autologic or t4 test gear (a real LR specialist, not a generalist ...
my LandRover Dicovery 1997 locked4/30/2009
  Q: My Land Rover (1997) was left for a while in the garage until the battery died. I recharged the ...
  A: The alarm should reset when you put the key in the driver door and turn it all the way to lock and ...
range rover4/29/2009
  Q: On My 1999 range rover the light is on saying gear box fault for about two weeks I did not use the ...
  A: A gear box fault light will not prevent your truck from starting. It sounds like you've got more ...
central locking/anti-theft alarm4/29/2009
  Q: Okay so i went out for a drink one Friday night and ended up losing my keys to my recently bought(4 ...
  A: It sounds like the switches in the door latch are either disconnected or they have failed. In most ...
chirping nose in engine compartment4/28/2009
  Q: When I accererate or but my foot on the gas pedal I hear a chirping noise come out of the engine ...
  A: Usually chirps come from the serpentine belt or one of the pulleys. A careful listen up there may ...
95 3.9 tdi trainy shift problems4/27/2009
  Q: have 95 dico 1 have had many problems fixed most. 1 problem cant figure out. transmission showed no ...
  A: Whatever is happening is internal to the transmission. There are no adjustements or external ...
1992 Disco1 3.5L v8 vibration4/27/2009
  Q: John, the disco starts shuddering at 2500 rpm and then it stops at 3000rpm. I have changed the ...
  A: I'm sorry but I can't help with the vacuum line mystery. We don't have that setup here in the USA. ...
Rear door windows Disc commecial4/26/2009
  Q: to improve vision at junctions the wiring appears to be in the doors Regards Bob
  A: I think you would need the upper door frames and switch packs from a regular Discovery to do that, ...
Propshaft4/26/2009
  Q: Can a landrover discovery be driven without the front prop shaft ?
  A: As long as your model has a differential lock, you can move it to the locked position and then ...
Squeaky Wheels - '99 Disco II, '02 Rangie Electical4/24/2009
  Q: I just got finished reading your article in Rovers North. You have a good quip about the electrical ...
  A: Squeaks like you describe are almost always resonances between pad and brake rotor. Sometimes you ...
2000 Range Rover HSE Tailgate lights4/21/2009
  Q: All lights are out on my tailgate though the left and right quarter panel tail/turn/reverse lights ...
  A: If they are all out, and the blbs are good, I would suspect the ground wire or meltdowns in the ...
noisey lifter in 2000 disco4/21/2009
  Q: one of the lifters is make a ticking noise when you pull of. i've been told it will cost 2 grand to ...
  A: The rocker shaft assemblies are $500 each, and it's a full day's work to change them. The price you ...
clutch falls to the floor4/20/2009
  Q: ihave clutch problems,ireplaced clutch master cylinder and slave cylinder.there are no leaks in ...
  A: A skilled technician should be able to tell the difference between a problem in the clutch ...
2003 Range Rover lots of wierd things?!4/19/2009
  Q: I just got a 2003 range rover and have a few questions...maybe I am just over paranoid because I ...
  A: Some of your noises could be normal, or they could indicate problems. For example . . . the noise ...
LR bulb bases4/19/2009
  Q: I need to find a source to buy the twist in light bulb bases that are common for 1995 LR Discovery. ...
  A: Call Les at Rovers North, 802 879 0032 as I doubt you'll find that level of detail in the online ...
Disco doesnt transfer4/18/2009
  Q: 98 Disco owner for 6 months. Love it, but have never been able to get the transfer case to shift. ...
  A: Every now and then this happens for an internal transfer case problem, but the rest of the time we ...
battery replacement for remote entry4/18/2009
  Q: Kindly advise me the procedure for the replacement.Thanks...
  A: The remote in that model should work fine once you change the batteries. The owner's book has ...
2000 freelander clutch pedal4/17/2009
  Q: I just put in a new clutch and the pedal now doesn't travel far enough up to fully engage the ...
  A: I'm not sure what to say except that something must have been assembled wrong. I'd suggest you go ...
replacing coil pack on 01 discovery4/17/2009
  Q: I was curious about the best way to replace a bad coil pack on my 2001 land rover discovery. The ...
  A: To reach the coil pack you have to move the ac compressor out of the way, remove the alternator and ...
Land Rover Discovery Series II, 19994/16/2009
  Q: My gas gauge is not working on my land rover discovery, when I fill up the gauge will not go past ...
  A: The sender for the gas gauge is part of the fuel pump assembly. You will probably have to change ...
Discovery TD54/15/2009
  Q: I have a 2002 Disco TD5. Recently I noticed a rattle/knock when I turn to the left and the road is a ...
  A: Since you're in Africa on rough roads I'd start by looking at the bushings that locate the axle ...
99 range roover 4.04/14/2009
  Q: i just bought a 99 range roover 4.0 the firxt week it was fine the it started acting up i push ...
  A: That's one problem but there are many others and at this point it's nothing more than a guess. Your ...
Rangerover 1997 2.5 Diesel Auto4/13/2009
  Q: When ignision is turned on dash display shows transfere neutral.When placed into drive or reverse ...
  A: It sounds like the transfer case is stuck in neitral or there's an internal failure. The transfer ...
Land Rover Discovery shudders at 70MPH and up and check engine light comes on4/9/2009
  Q: I have a 2000 LR discovery and lately, when I hit 70 MPH the car will shudder and the check engine ...
  A: If the light is flashing that means you have a serious problem that will result in expensive damage ...
temp sensor gauge and o2 sensors4/8/2009
  Q: hey i was wondering if you have any diagrams and instructions on replacing the temp sensor gauge on ...
  A: The oxygen sensors simply unscrew from the catalyst and the connectors unplug from the wire harness. ...
please help! Rover won't start.4/7/2009
  Q: I have a 95 discovery with a manual 5sp. It had not been started in 4 days then when I tried to ...
  A: Your first step is to see if the vehicle has spark. Next, hook up a fuel pressure gauge and see if ...
2001 freelander v64/7/2009
  Q: auto matic transmission is very clunky in low gears especially when cold
  A: Here in the United States we are told to replace the transmission with a factory exchange unit when ...
2004 Range Rover HSE HDC INACTIVE4/6/2009
  Q: I am getting the following messages on my 2004 Range Rover HSE: HDC INACTIVE as well as the ABS ...
  A: It means there is a problem with one or more of the sensors that monitor wheel rotation. With that ...
2003 land rover dicovery 24/5/2009
  Q: I noticed coolant leak yesterday from the bottom of the truck. I haven't been able to pinpoint the ...
  A: The most likely answer is that the plenum is leaking. That causes coolant to run down the back ...
Land Rover Discovery SE 7 20034/4/2009
  Q: We bought our Disco used and it seemed to be in great shape. Now, the SRS light is on and the ...
  A: The SRS light means there is an active fault with the airbag restraint system. You need to find a ...
overheating4/2/2009
  Q: I have a +- '96 discovery series 1 with the 3.9 V8I engine. The engine starts and idles very ...
  A: The steel liners move in the aluminum block, breaking the combustion seal. That happens when they ...
overheating4/1/2009
  Q: I have a +- '96 discovery series 1 with the 3.9 V8I engine. The engine starts and idles very ...
  A: Your symptoms may suggest a failing head gasket, or a badly clogged radiator. You might try testing ...
1999 Disco II Computer/General strangeness3/31/2009
  Q: I see you guys get swamped but trust me, we DO appreciate it!!! I have a 1999 Disco II and it's ...
  A: All those problems could be caused by a failing crank sensor on the engine. I've seen similar ...
Hard to start when engine is hot and weather is warm3/30/2009
  Q: 97 Range Rover, 4.0L runs good in cold weather. It starts no problem. Once weather warms up and ...
  A: One of the fuel injection temp sensors may be faulty. That's the first place I would look. Second, ...
suspension/air3/29/2009
  Q: ok symptoms. my air suspension on my discovery seriesII will lower itself as i am driving sometimes ...
  A: You could have a sensor problem, but all the parts of the system are getting old and they all wear ...
windows3/27/2009
  Q: If the message center reads windows not set but they are up on a 96 Range Rover will the keyless ...
  A: Keyless entry is unaffected by that message. To set a window, raise it to the top, hold the switch ...
2002 LR Discovery II -- Oil and Coolant Leak3/25/2009
  Q: I recently purchased a 2002 Discovery with 52,000 miles. I had it inspected and was told by a ...
  A: I think you need someone who can put the severity of the leaks into perspective. In this economy ...
engine misfire3/25/2009
  Q: I HAVE RECENTLY REPLACED MY ENGINE IN MY 1999 DISCO SERIES II I'VE HAD NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS. SERVICE ...
  A: The only way I could give another solution would be to go through the tests and find out what's ...
Short/Draw3/23/2009
  Q: I had a new battery and alternator only to have truck die again. 03 Range Rover. Took it to dealer ...
  A: Your truck has many computers that are always connected to power. There's a body computer that's ...
Head gasket3/21/2009
  Q: I took my 2001 Disco to a LR shop and I was told that I need a head gasket replacement,and he wants ...
  A: The only way to be sure you have the correct oem parts is to buy them from a LR dealer. If ...
discovery 4 speed blower swirch3/19/2009
  Q: My 1996 tdi has no blower or air con working.Ihave checked the fuses and are all ok.Is the blower ...
  A: The only way to answer your question will be to begin taking the dash apart and measuring voltage at ...
Head gasket3/18/2009
  Q: I took my 2001 Disco to a LR shop and I was told that I need a head gasket replacement,and he wants ...
  A: I actually think that quote is low, not high. We do those jobs all the time here at my shop, and ...
Lock problem3/18/2009
  Q: I bought a Land Rover discovery 1999 two months ago, I could only open it with the key, because the ...
  A: It souns like you need a door lock and a pair of keyless remotes. You could order a lock and try to ...
leak transfer case3/16/2009
  Q: my name is malcolm and i have a disco build date october 93 model 5 speed manuel.Ihave a leak in the ...
  A: If I were you I would pull the transfer case and reseal it. There's an input seal, an output seal, ...
1995 range rover se3/15/2009
  Q: My lights are blinking on my gear shifter and the dash reads Shift to neutral. So when I do, nothing ...
  A: Those lights are telling you the transfer case is trying to shift from high to low range. Put the ...
disco II 2001 4.0l question3/14/2009
  Q: My brother has a 2001 Land Rover Discovery and has had to change the oil several times over the last ...
  A: If engine coolant is getting into the oil, then you have a serious problem. In most cases, it means ...
windsheld wipers3/13/2009
  Q: first the wiper on the driver side went crazy, then it just stop working. And then the front wipers ...
  A: You can check fuses. You can check to see if the nuts securing the arms to the wiper transmission ...
2000 LR Disc 11 V8 ES - Vibration3/12/2009
  Q: My 2000 LR Disc 11 V8 Es, has a vibration between 120 & 140kmph. Front & rear prop shafts have being ...
  A: Did you also look at tires and wheels? Sometimes it's necessary to suspend the axles in the air and ...
2000 Disco Running Rough at Medium Speed3/12/2009
  Q: I guess my subject line says it all. My disco has about 140k miles on it and is fairly well ...
  A: If the service engine light blinks, it's going to set codes that will be meaningful to a qualified ...
Engine Knocks3/10/2009
  Q: the engine has knocking sound. what could be the reason and how much can it cost to fix it...
  A: I'd suggest you proceed very, very carefully. And engine knock could mean an internal failure, ...
Start / immobiliser3/9/2009
  Q: I`m having a problem with my 96 Discovery 2.5 Diesel. The key fob etc works to unlock the door and ...
  A: It's clear that you have an immobilizer issue, but the UK diesel uses a different system from what ...
2002 Disco II - Flashing Drive, Manual and Sport Mode3/7/2009
  Q: I also have the problem of the ABS, TC, and Hill Descent warning lights coming on. This has been ...
  A: The symptoms you describe sure sound like something is failing in the transmission. And it might be ...
Door lock3/6/2009
  Q: I recently locked my 2002 discovery 2 with the key and when i returned i opened it with the key ...
  A: Chances are the lock actuator in the driver door has failed. It's a 200-some dollar part; expect ...
Code P1471 & P1472 - 03 Freelander3/6/2009
  Q: '03 Freelander, 2.5L, 87K miles My truck sounds like a lawnmower and significant power loss, cuts ...
  A: Well, the intakes are plastic and they often warp, making motor replacement ineffective. So that ...
'97 Land Rover Disco3/4/2009
  Q: I have a slowly leaking steering pump hose. I checked the level regularly, kept it properly filled. ...
  A: My guess is that the banging indicates a problem in the differential or the front u-joints, and it's ...
Disco II 2003 brake-related lights3/4/2009
  Q: I have 2003 Disco II that has had a lot of repair over the past 2 years. This past summer, the rear ...
  A: The only answer is to find someone who has the proper diagnostic equipment. For example, we at ...
2000 discovery series 23/3/2009
  Q: Looking for cylinder head torque specs and tightening sequence. Thanks for any help!!!qjwt2
  A: First of all, the head bolts are not reusable. They are stretched, not torqued. I can't post ...
1999 disc 2 swap engines2/28/2009
  Q: Can I swap a 4.0 with a 4.6hse and transmission or will i have to change everything including ecu's?
  A: Yes, you can swap but you will need the driveshafts and mounts as they are different, and you have ...
door locks2/28/2009
  Q: My two back doors on my disco II will not unlock with the key fob, I have to pull the inside door ...
  A: The power door lock solenoids are integrated into the latches in Discovery II models. They are ...
door lock2/27/2009
  Q: Recently I went to unlock the drivers side door of my 97 Discovery 1, only to have a sudden stop in ...
  A: You'd have to take the door apart to know for sure, but I'd guess the handle mechanism broke, or ...
2003 inactive air suspension2/26/2009
  Q: How can a Range Rover that is never hardly driven, 30 k miles on it, have this message displayed ? ...
  A: The only way anyone can shed light on your problem is by connecting a T4 or Autologic system to the ...
Freelander 2.0 TCIe2/25/2009
  Q: I have a 1998 Freelander 2.0 TCIE. 1stTailgate window regulator cable broke. For me to replaced the ...
  A: Here in the USA, the motor and cables are replaced as a unit. What I thin is happening to you is ...
2001 disco transmission linkage2/24/2009
  Q: my 2001 disco was recently towed and the trannie linkage was disconnected is this something that ...
  A: I have no idea what may have been disconnected. There is no reason that the transmission linkage ...
valve cover gasket2/23/2009
  Q: My valve cover gaskets need changing and I am of a mind to do it myself. Do you happen to have step ...
  A: Valve cover gasket replacement is an all-day job. There are no special tricks to it. You remove ...
Fault Messages2/22/2009
  Q: Have a 1996 4.0 with automatic box RR. Because it sat dormant over the winter months, the battery ...
  A: Here's how to set the windows and sunroof: Run the window all the way down. Release and then press ...
landrover discovery 2 v8 petrol2/22/2009
  Q: I HAVE A 2002 LANDROVER DISCOVERY 2 PETROL V8 IT HAS STARTED TO GET THIS STUDDER WHEN TAKING OF ...
  A: I'd be worried by the phrase "sand in the engine" unless they can show you evidence of it, like sand ...
BREAK LIGHT SWITCH2/21/2009
  Q: will a bad break light switch cause the abs light to go on ,my 2003 discovery II rear break lights ...
  A: Change the switch - it's above the brake pedal. That will probably account for the ABS light and ...
replace shift hood2/21/2009
  Q: I need to replace the shift hood on my 2002 Freelander SE. I picked one up from ...
  A: I asked our Land Rover foreman, who said "they just come off." If you really can't get it, you can ...
P38 Range Rover 19962/19/2009
  Q: Please Help I have just purchased a 1996 P38 Range rover and upon getting it home i noticed neither ...
  A: I'm sorry to tell you that the seats are controlled by the body computer, located under the ...
about the radio wireing2/18/2009
  Q: I got the radio out and all, however, the next radio that I would like to replace the old one with ...
  A: The answer to your question is contained in the factory electrical manual. You can buy a day's ...
Rear Suspension2/17/2009
  Q: My problem is the rear of my 2000 Landrover Discovery. It will not elevate at all in the rear. I do ...
  A: Almost any repair will cost more than simply converting to coil springs. You can buy conversion ...
freelander 19982/17/2009
  Q: hi there mr robison i have a 1800 freelander iv had it for a while now but ive had this connstant ...
  A: Problems like yours are the reason the more sophisticated test systems have live display modes. If ...
1999 Land Rover Discovery Series II2/16/2009
  Q: I am looking at purchasing a 99 Land Rover Discovery II that has a slipped cylinder sleeve. I ...
  A: Any year Rover can have liner failure. A series I engine won't fit without a lot of rework, so ...
windshield wipers and lights2/14/2009
  Q: I have a 2004 land rover freelander and my windshield wipers will not turn on. However when i use ...
  A: It sounds like the combination turn signal/lilghting switch on the steering column may have failed. ...
catalyst not ready2/12/2009
  Q: I have a 98 discovery and had the o2 censor replaced couple months ago. I kept getting the Catalyst ...
  A: If the car is not achieveing readiness there is some additional problem that's keeping it from ...
LANDROVER DISCOVERY 300 TDI2/12/2009
  Q: My landrover discovery 300 1995 tdi 5 door , the problem is the passengers electric window dosent ...
  A: There are no computers involved in a 1995. Power goes straight from switch to door. If the switch ...
radio ----2/9/2009
  Q: thats the problem four dashes - - - - From trying to enter the code wrong, 5154 isn't 5451 but I ...
  A: Sometimes you have to leave the radio on for a hour before trying to enter codes again. Depends on ...
2004 Land Rover Engine Failure2/9/2009
  Q: I have a 2004 Land Rover Discovery and the engine failed on it Thurs. of last week. The oil light ...
  A: I'm sorry to hear of your troubles. You ask if you have any recourse to Land Rover or the dealer ...
transmission2/6/2009
  Q: I have a 2000 land rover discovery II SD model . It has recently been diagnosed with a faulty ...
  A: You can download the full factory service info for under $20 from www.landrovertechinfo.com LRs ...
2002 freelander / smog2/6/2009
  Q: vehicle failed somg. caused by unable to communicate with obdII although shop scanner could ...
  A: Look, I don't mean to sound rude, but they can't have it both ways. If they can't communicate, they ...
LR Discovery Td5 20042/5/2009
  Q: My Discovery Td5 I brought with me from Italy and we are driving now for almost for years in ...
  A: I have no idea what those codes are. They are nothing that would come from a LR test system. You ...
96' RR wont shit out of low gear back to high gear2/3/2009
  Q: This past week we got a snow and ice storm, so i put my range rover into 4wd. A few days ago the ...
  A: The high to low shift is done by an electric motor on the transfer case. The motor may have gotten ...
2002 landrover discovery low oil pressure-sender?2/2/2009
  Q: At low rpms low oil pressure, had oil pump changed out, mechanic has spoken about main bearings ...
  A: The first thing your mechanic should do is fit a mechanical oil pressure gauge in place of the idiot ...
2003 Landrover Discovery - windshield wiper system2/1/2009
  Q: My windshield wipers won't come on anymore - i can't even hear the motor trying - i think it may ...
  A: You can check the fuses, but the motor has probably failed. Teh only way to be sure would be to get ...
land rover discovery 911/31/2009
  Q: I hatve landrover discovery 1991 3.5L petrol, have replacced spark plugs and fuel filter and starts ...
  A: If you are correct about the "not sparking properly," you should be loking at the other ignition ...
brakes1/31/2009
  Q: ... re: 2003 HSE7 Disco 52,000K miles Is it true you need to replace the brake rotor when you ...
  A: If the only concern is "acceptable wear," then you probably get two sets of rear brake pads for ...
range rover 19881/30/2009
  Q: how to stop dust from coming into cabin when air conditioning is on ANSWER: I'm sorry to say the ...
  A: You have to dismantle the dash and then the heater box to actually access the flaps. My best ...
Land Rover1/29/2009
  Q: I recently bought a 2002 Freelander with 108000 km on the odometer without a service record.On the ...
  A: Most people would just drive the vehicle until the pump failed, and change it then. However, the ...
sluggish performance1/28/2009
  Q: John i have a 2000 v8 disco the problem is at about 2200-2500 rpm the motor starts missing and ...
  A: Since you have modified the motor the usual diagnostic answers might not apply. What we would do at ...
Leaking oil at 90k1/26/2009
  Q: John, Appreciate you answering all these folks questions and hope you can offer some advice. I have ...
  A: We get jobs like that here at Robison Service all the time. On the engien, we'd look at the timing ...
M and S lifhts flashing1/25/2009
  Q: I have a 2000 land rover discovery and the M&S lights are flashing. Also were the shift is the D ...
  A: That means there's a fault in the electronic transmission controls. If yo shut off and restart and ...
Sunroof doesnt want to close1/24/2009
  Q: .i own a land rover 97 disco tdi. my sunroof at the back has been having some problem. it got stuck ...
  A: The original sunroofs that Land Rover used in the Disocvery were plagued by problems like you ...
1995 Land Rover Discovery1/24/2009
  Q: I have a few questions actually. 1) My passenger front door will only open if both the interior and ...
  A: 1) You almost certainly need a new door latch. About $150, and a significant hassle to install ...
series 3 misfire1/23/2009
  Q: We have a series 3 and it misfires at about 35mph + as the pedal is pressed. I have checked plug ...
  A: There is nothing special about a Series III ignition. If it misfires you look for bad points, bad ...
Land Rover Discovery V8 (1998) Starting Problems1/23/2009
  Q: I am experiencing Starting problems with my Discovery V8. When it is driven on the motorway or on an ...
  A: Take a test light and have an assistant see if there's power at the starter solenoid when that's ...
landrover discovery wiper failure1/22/2009
  Q: i am having trouble with my windshieldwipers. the dont work at all, we checked the fuse and it seams ...
  A: You should never run the wipers with snow on the windshield. From your description, the most likely ...
1999 Disco II Transmission/Trans Case Fluid + Need Mechanic1/22/2009
  Q: I just moved to Cape Canaveral, FL (near the space center) from Los Angeles, CA and I cannot find ...
  A: The fluids in that vehicle are not "special Land Rover." with the exception of the ACE fluid, if you ...
landrover1/21/2009
  Q: i need torque specs on 1998 landrover discovery for valve train,intake,and cylinder heads
  A: I'm sorry but it's not just a number. You have to tighten those in a particular pattern, and they ...
Auto transmission1/21/2009
  Q: Our Land Rover Discovery 1 V8 1996,it does not want to go forward it only reverse.My husband was ...
  A: If your Discovery goes back but not forward there is almost certainly a problem in the transmission. ...
98 Land Rover Power Steering Leak1/19/2009
  Q: John, Thank you for being there. I have a 98 Discovery with 103,000 miles on it and in excellent ...
  A: I am sorry to say there is no one cause for power steering leaks like yours. Leaks from the ...
02 Discovery1/16/2009
  Q: John- I've 2 questions for you, 1)the ABS, TC and HDC lights are illuminated on my Disco. I noticed ...
  A: Well, you might need a modulator, but actually sensor and hub problems are more common. Find a shop ...
2004 Range Rover Electrical Problem1/15/2009
  Q: Hope you can lend some insight to a problem I have experienced with my 2004 Range Rover HSE (~60K ...
  A: I am sorry to say there is a difference between a TRUSTED mechanic and one who is PROPERLY TRAINED ...
Cruise Control and Horn1/13/2009
  Q: I have a 2003 Land Rover Disco. S Series II The horn is not working and the cruise control is not ...
  A: Horn problems are most often the horns themselves. Cruise problems are most often brake switches or ...
brakes1/12/2009
  Q: i have a`94 range rover, lost all pressure to the brakes. Dash lights are on,will not go out. Fluid ...
  A: The brake pump has probably failed. YOu can see the pump under the hood in front of the brake ...
fault code 0300, 0301, 0303, 03051/11/2009
  Q: I get 4 fault codes (0300, 0301, 0303, 0305) with my scanner. Before this occurred, I installed 6 ...
  A: If the truck were here ar Robison Service the first thing we'd do would be to change to the correct ...
Discovery suspension1/10/2009
  Q: I have a series 2 Discovery td5 just latley every now and again the suspension will drop on the ...
  A: The sagging is almost certainly the result of dry rot in the air bag on that corner. The thing is, ...
Re: 2000 Landrover Disco II - CV Joint/Drive Train Failure1/10/2009
  Q: Our 2000 Disco II experienced a "catastrophic" failure of the CV joint. The CV joint failed, the ...
  A: The double u-joint in the front driveshaft is "permanently lubricated" so there is nothign to ...
no spark no fuel1/9/2009
  Q: 99 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY II NO SPARK AND NO FUEL ! ALL FUSES OK FUEL SWITCH ON FIREWALL SEEMS TO BE ...
  A: If the alarm is locking it out all you can do is try locking and unlocking with the pushbutton on ...
Electrical Problem??1/9/2009
  Q: I have a '03 Land Rover Discovery SE7 with about 75k miles. Three days ago, I turned on the front ...
  A: What you have to do it test the circuit. If you want to undertake that yourself, buy a day's access ...
Fan belt tensioner 1996 Discovery1/8/2009
  Q: Hey buddy, we have just had the fan belt on our 1996 discovery come apart. We have purchased a new ...
  A: Sorry if I'm not a lot of help on this . . . we don't have that engine here in the states. On our ...
01 rr hse P0452 for over two years now1/8/2009
  Q: I have had this code continuosly for ovr two years. I have had the fuel pump, ecu, gas cap and ...
  A: There is a valve in the fuel filler neck that can stick. It's a common problem in Discovery II of ...
1999 Range Rover1/7/2009
  Q: In my stereo system show EP E-02 and don't work, what i can do to make a work? An another ...
  A: The code means you exchange the radio with a service depot or a LR parts department. At least, ...
HELP PLEASE1/7/2009
  Q: I have a similar problem to others but wld still appreciate your thoughts. I amin the UK and have an ...
  A: The dealer may be right. They can do a test for exhaust gases in the coolant. Have they done that? ...
Alternator input drops with electrical load1/6/2009
  Q: I've got a 1998 Discovery 90k, new plugs and wires. Tach was acting erratic, changed the alternator ...
  A: Either the alternator you installed is defective, or there is a main power distribution problem; ...
Intake Gasket/Water Pump1/6/2009
  Q: Is it possible for someone who has not worked on cars, but willing to get dirty, to replace the ...
  A: There are no special tricks to either of those jobs. Both can be done with standard hand tools. I ...
Lotsa Issues 1997 Disco1/5/2009
  Q: First thank you for any assistance you can give me: 1. Right rear passenger window will not respond ...
  A: 1) The window lifter unit has probably broken. 2) Check for broken front end components, including ...
discovery power steering1/4/2009
  Q: I founda used discovery in my price range, but the owner says it has a minor issue (power steering ...
  A: The pump is probably $400. Hoses are $150. A gear is about $500. Any of those will take several ...
temperature control sensors1/2/2009
  Q: I have a 1993 V8 Automatic Discovery that runs fine when it is cold or not running at operating ...
  A: That's nothing more than a guess. There are many possible causes for that symptom and it's just as ...
SES Light - possible bad O2 Sensor?12/30/2008
  Q: I have a 2004 Discovery II with about 59K miles on it. At 56500 miles the SES light came on and the ...
  A: The problem with your car is probably escaping detection because you are relying on fault code data ...
Discovery tranny12/28/2008
  Q: We have an 03 Discovery that we can't manually down-shift to 1st gear. We can shift through every ...
  A: My first suggestion is to get a Rover specialist to drive the truck and see if you are right about ...
head bolts12/27/2008
  Q: what is the head bolts torque settings
  A: Head bolts on a Land Rover are not reusable. They are one-time things. You install new bolts, snug ...
wiring diagram12/27/2008
  Q: I have a 1995 Land Rover and would like a wiring diagram... How do I obtain such???
  A: That's easy to answer. Go to www.landrovertechinfo.com and buy a day's access for your car. It's ...
95 RRC LWB Stalls When Warm12/26/2008
  Q: .. here's the background information... 95 Range Rover Classic LWB. I had a remanufactured 4.6 ...
  A: I cannot point you to any specific thing, but I can tell you how to solve the problem. The 1995 ...
97 LR Disco12/26/2008
  Q: I recently acquired my second Rover, now have an 03 and a 97 Disco, took the elder out for a woodsy ...
  A: You have bent one of the two steering rods, based upon your description. The steering wheel must be ...
should i buy a 2000 range rover with 111,000 miles on12/25/2008
  Q: i found this 2000 range rover with 1111,000miles on it. when i want to look at it the rear air ...
  A: Plan on $2,000 to convert the sagging suspension to coil springs, and $1,000 to fix the other ...
wipers12/24/2008
  Q: Having sub zero weather here in Chicago. When activated, front wipers do not work. Rear wipers are ...
  A: If the fuse is good, there must be a problem with the power supply (fuse box), the switch, the ...
discovery clutch12/20/2008
  Q: i have changed the slave cyclinder and tired to bleed it but theres stil no clutch but theres fluid ...
  A: Well, I'm not there to see if you did it right. But if you did, and the clutch is operating, but ...
Oils sensor light on idle only12/19/2008
  Q: I have a 2004 Discovery which works and runs perfectly except that the oil engine light turns on ...
  A: Well, you must be missing something. What other answer could there be given that description? If ...
Freelander Overheating12/18/2008
  Q: John, I have a '04Freelender. From time to time, the coolant gauge goes haywire...up & down ...
  A: I'm sorry to say that engine failures like the dealer told you about are all too common on ...
1995 land rover discovery12/18/2008
  Q: I took my 95 disco to a authorized service station today and in the diagnostic he said that my ...
  A: If your statements are accurate then I think you need a second opinion. I have never heard of a ...
99 Land Rover Discovery12/17/2008
  Q: When we get into the car sometimes it will not start but instead when you turn the key in the ...
  A: Outside of replacing the driver door latch yourself to save labor, there are no savings to be had on ...
LR2 over heating and lights12/17/2008
  Q: I live in a small town in Arizona, called Prescott. A couple years ago I bought a 2002 LR2 with ...
  A: You need one of the special LR diagnostic systems - Autologic or T4 - to find out why the brake ...
Freelander 02 motor replaced, now not starting12/15/2008
  Q: I have a 2002 Freelander, it overheated and needed to get the heads machined, it has now had a ...
  A: There is no way to know if the immobilizer is keeping the engine from starting without a T4 or ...
Defender 9012/15/2008
  Q: I live in St. Lucia and own a Defender 110 TD5 (2006). Is there any modification to the suspension I ...
  A: Land Rover sells various spring combinations for different load and road conditions. If you are not ...
nonestarter freelander12/14/2008
  Q: my freelander just stopped the other day in the middle of the road i checked all plugs were sparking ...
  A: You cannot fit a new ECM without the LR test system to code it to the vehicle. In fact, if you ...
1999 4.0 range rover dies driving down the highway...as if out of gas12/14/2008
  Q: My 99 range rover first died with what looked like 1/4 tank of gas about 3 months ago. I assumed ...
  A: Somehow, you need to check to see if the fuel pump is running when the truck dies, and if you have ...
short12/13/2008
  Q: I seem to have a short in the cigar lighter/rear view mirror circuit I disconnected both of them and ...
  A: The lighters are usually the problem in that circuit. If it's elsewhere, you will find full ...
Range Rover with manual heat issue12/11/2008
  Q: I have a 94 Range with manual heat controls. Two fan mounted on the passenger side. It seems the ...
  A: You are correct - if you open the vent that will be cold outside air. To get heaat you must close ...
Land rover repair needed12/10/2008
  Q: Can you tell me what might be wrong with my 2003 LR? I was driving on the highway when it stopped ...
  A: Someone is going to have to do some basic testing to find out what's wrong. Are you losing ...
2003 Freelander Land Rover12/10/2008
  Q: My "Service Engine Soon" light is illuminated. I used an Actron Scantool and got codes 1470 and ...
  A: I can't tell what the problem is, given your descritpion. It sounds like you replace some parts to ...
BCM12/8/2008
  Q: I have a 1997 Range Rover i took it to the shop and they said the Body Contol Module has to be ...
  A: The BECM is a $1,500 part from a dealer, and it must be programmed with a T4 or Autologic system ...
1996 Disco no spark, no power at fuel pump12/6/2008
  Q: Recently my 1996 4.0 Disco died on my while running perfectly; it does not send power to the fuel ...
  A: You can check to verify that the ECU has the correct supply of power and ground. After that, you ...
2004 Land Rover Discover II - Oil Pump Failure12/5/2008
  Q: Two months ago, (about 2,000 miles past the warranty), I was driving our 2004 Land Rover Discovery ...
  A: There was a problem with alignment of the holes between engine block and front cover on some 2003 ...
1994 Land Rover Discovery Flooding12/3/2008
  Q: My engine turns over and all the fluids look good but I smell a lot of fuel and the plugs are wet ...
  A: You've got to go through the basics. Does the spark get to the plugs for sure? Is it timed right? ...
Lower camshaft bearing12/3/2008
  Q: I own a 2004 L>R> Discovery with 79,000 mostly highway miles. Oil changed every 3,000 to 7,000. Oil ...
  A: That might be a result of a defect in the engine casting, but there is no way to know without ...
transmision12/2/2008
  Q: or when i stop feels the shifing very hard what you think? maybe you can give an idea. thanks
  A: The car has an adaptive transmission controller. If you drive it agressively, it will shift hard. ...
2001 Disco12/2/2008
  Q: my land rover is leaking water to the inside of the rear passenger door, and also the rear door I ...
  A: The codes do not point to any single obvious repair action. I suggest you find a shop that has an ...
Rough Idle and de-coke cylinders/valves12/1/2008
  Q: Been reading through your posts and have a couple of questions re my 1995 V8, 3.9L Disco. I note ...
  A: De-coking with an additive refers to the use of GM Top Engine Cleaner. Directions are on the can, ...
2001 Disco11/29/2008
  Q: my land rover is leaking water to the inside of the rear passenger door, and also the rear door I ...
  A: The leak probably means you need a new rear door seal, adjustment of the door, or both. The latch ...
PO171 lean bank1 PO174 lean bank211/27/2008
  Q: My "Service Engine Soon" light has been on for a couple of weeks. I took it to a shop and the tech ...
  A: If I were to take a guess, it wouldbe a MAF sensor. You have to decide if you want to throw parts ...
Landrover Discovery11/26/2008
  Q: Since fitting rear wheel cyclinder to my landrover discovery, two lights have appeared on the dash. ...
  A: It's impossible to answer the safety question from here, as your issue sounds like it may stem from ...
2000 Landrover Discovery Series II repair11/24/2008
  Q: I would like to replace the current air suspension system on my 2000 Land Rover Discovery Series II ...
  A: Sorry, I do not have any personal knowledge of any Chicago area Land Rover shops. By coincidence, ...
Sparkplug wire change11/22/2008
  Q: How hard is it to change the sparkplug wires in my Landrover discovery 2 body, 1999? I bought ...
  A: You have to remove the top part of the intake to change the wires. It's a 3-hour job for a skilled ...
2000 land rover discovery11/21/2008
  Q: The check engine light flashes and then the engine dies. After an hour it usually starts back up. ...
  A: Find a shop with a T4 or Autologic system, and have them look at the stored codes and the live data ...
1995 Land Rover Discovery radio code issues11/20/2008
  Q: I just bought the above vehicle. It had to be jump-started at first, because it had not been driven ...
  A: Sometimes the radios get swapped, and the new code doesn't get recorded. Pull the radio, get the ...
2004 landrover discovery11/20/2008
  Q: I just bought the vehicle used 3 weeks ago. I had the oil changed today because it was close to 3000 ...
  A: No, it's not a reminder. The light is on to tell you there's a problem with the way the engine is ...
Brakes, no pressure at pedal11/19/2008
  Q: After a complete brake job on my 1990 Range Rover with ABS I cannot get anything to respond in the ...
  A: Do you have a factory manual? If not, get one and follow the bleeding procedure. If you follow the ...
1998 Range Rover 4.011/17/2008
  Q: In the middle of a 500 mile trip my wife and I stopped for fuel. After fueling I started the Range ...
  A: All of those functions are controlled by the BECM computer. I'd recommend finding a Land Rover ...
freelander11/16/2008
  Q: Both reverse lights wont come on when reverse is engaged and now the emission control light comes ...
  A: Does either reverse light work? If so, you have a bulb or wiring problem. If not, you may have ...
valve cover gasket replacement11/13/2008
  Q: recently purchased an '01 LR DiscoII w/ @125K on it. After 2 weeks my 3 amigos appeared - expected ...
  A: It's an all day job to replace the valve cover gaskets. You have to remove the intake plenum and ...
disco brakes11/12/2008
  Q: my 98 disco brakes poorly.the pedal gains firmness but the vehicle takes its time to come to a stop. ...
  A: The rotors are very marginal on those 90s Disco models. If the rotors are any less than perfect you ...
electrical probms.11/12/2008
  Q: I have a 2003 disco, and two days ago the windshield wipers stopped working, the cigarette adapter ...
  A: I suspect you may have a fuse box failure or a body control module problem but I really don't know ...
windows dont go down.11/10/2008
  Q: hey about to buy a range rover its a 97 hse the guy says all 4 windows dont go down is that ...
  A: Well, there is no way to know for sure without some diagnosis. At best, you need a switch pack, ...
Radio11/9/2008
  Q: My CD player works in my freelander but I just cant pick up any radio stations. I checked the ...
  A: It could be the antennas or the antenna amp or the radio itself, but they can only be tested by ...
No voltage to fuel pump11/9/2008
  Q: I have a 96 Discovery 3.9 V8. I found that there is no voltage to the fuel pump. I put 12v directly ...
  A: No, it's not the ECM. If the pump runs with 12v, and the relay is good, there must be a break in ...
OBD2 Code11/7/2008
  Q: The check engine light came on about 3 days ago on my 96 Range Rover 4.0SE, I took it over to the ...
  A: That code means the signal from the engine controller to the transfer case controller is bad. YOu ...
2003 RR overheat11/6/2008
  Q: My 03RR started to heat up while driving around town yesterday. The "check coolant" msg was also on. ...
  A: (1) You fill the system with coolant and then use a pressure tester - a hand held pump that takes ...
RR hydraulic cam lifters11/5/2008
  Q: I have a 2002 RR 4.6 HSE with 75,000 miles. During a recent service at the Landrover dealership the ...
  A: Usually the rapping noise technician pick up is caused by the rocker shafts, not the lifters. It's ...
2003 RR overheat11/4/2008
  Q: My 03RR started to heat up while driving around town yesterday. The "check coolant" msg was also on. ...
  A: First of all, I must warn you: If you drive this car while the engine is overheating, like you ...
Protecting my new Rover11/2/2008
  Q: I found and purchased a mid-Atlantic one owner (early)1990 Range Rover this weekend. I Couldn't find ...
  A: At the risk of sounding like a commercial . . . At my company, Robison Service, we treat vehicles ...
electric issues on 1993 nas 11011/2/2008
  Q: bought nas 1993 110 earlier this year from used land rover dealer specializing in defenders. the ...
  A: As you may know, my own company Robison Service is also known for Defender restoration work. I wish ...
several major alarm issues11/1/2008
  Q: 1999 land rover discovery series 1 I've done lots of studying about this, and cant seem to figure ...
  A: If you are outside of North America you may be able to remove the alarm and get rid of the engine ...
Windshield defrost10/29/2008
  Q: I have a 2002 Freelander. When I use the button for the front defrost, only the right side of the ...
  A: I am sorry but I can't really point you anywhere easy. All the valves for the dash vents are hard ...
disco stereo10/27/2008
  Q: I am putting a pioneer deck in my 03 discovery and want to keep the rear audio controls. Is this ...
  A: I don't see how you would keep the rear audio controls if you change the head unit. The controls ...
speed control10/26/2008
  Q: i bought a discovery 4000cc the year is a 2000 and the speed control douse not work.the switch light ...
  A: 90% of cruise problems stem from dry rot cracking of the vacuum hoses, especially the hose to the ...
03 landrover discovery10/25/2008
  Q: I have a 2003 landRover Discovery and it has a tapping noise as well i went to three service ...
  A: First of all, valve train noise can come from lifters or the rocker shafts. Rocker shafts are $500 ...
Land Rover Disco 1998 - Smoke on the water!10/25/2008
  Q: Q: land rover has a wondering idle. sometimes dips well below 500 to the point it feels like it will ...
  A: Your symptoms do not point to any single problem. The starting may be a result of losing fuel ...
Land Rover Discovery Series I10/21/2008
  Q: I have a 1998 3.9V8 (not the FXi)which runs well but the engine runs unevenly and cuts out when I ...
  A: Since you have replaced the common tune up parts, the next step for me would be to connect the LR T4 ...
SLS10/19/2008
  Q: My Disco series 2 hangs lower than the right side after it has been standing for a fewq hours...what ...
  A: My guess is that one or both of the rear suspension air bags are dry rotted and leaking. With the ...
A/C push button10/18/2008
  Q: I have a '97 LR Disco that I bought in April. The A/C has been working just fine in the front. ...
  A: It sounds like there are problems with the switch panel, and it also sounds like the rear ac was ...
need help10/18/2008
  Q: need timing spec for a 2002 landrover freelander
  A: If you are asking about ignition timing, the computer does that. There is nothing to adjust. If ...
2006 Range Rover HSE/SC Fob Programming10/17/2008
  Q: Greetings, I bought a new fob for my 2006 HSE/SC and I had cut the key and it opens the door now in ...
  A: The only way to program the keys is with the Land Rover or Autologic test system. Take all the keys ...
Squealing Noise10/16/2008
  Q: I have a 2001 Disco II with 90,000 miles on it. It has been making this squealing noise only when ...
  A: Remove the serpentine belt and run the motor for a minute cold. If there's no noise, you know it's ...
your opinion on repair estimate and Extended Warranty8/28/2008
  Q: Can you recommend an independent Land Rover "second-opinion appraiser" in or near Miami Florida? ...
  A: Usually those Freelander leaks stem from block failure, the $9000 problem the dealer told you about. ...
Fuel Gauge8/26/2008
  Q: I have A discovery 93, the fuel gauge is not working correctly with never going pass a 1/4 full ...
  A: The cure is probably a new fuel pump module. That includes the sender for the gauge. On rare ...
Reset service interval indicator8/25/2008
  Q: Can you help please? Can you tell me if it is possible for me to reset the service interval ...
  A: Your owner's manual should have the procedure for this, which must be followed exactly or else it ...
99 Disco I - Won't start/stay running8/24/2008
  Q: Kind of a whacky problem.... Last August, my car occasionally would not start. The battery was ...
  A: A failing ignition switch is one possibility, but you may actually have a multiplicity of problems. ...
Land Rover alarm question8/23/2008
  Q: We have a 1996 Land Rover Discovrey 4x4 with 110K miles. It was not driven for months and the ...
  A: If this is a US market truck, you ae going to have to haul it to a dealer or a specialist with a T4 ...
98 Disco 18/18/2008
  Q: My theft alarm is acting goofy. Will sound when not activated. horn rapidly beeps (very short beeps) ...
  A: You are kind of stuck. First of all, clearing a code has nothing whatsoever to do with the alarm ...
94 discovery a/c fan switch stuck8/18/2008
  Q: The fan switch for my ac is stuck between the 3 and 4 and will not budge, so it is basically stuck. ...
  A: I don't know what anyone could say except change the switch. It sounds like an obvious failure. ...
Cyl 3 misfire8/17/2008
  Q: Hey there, 2003 Land Rover Discovery II, 65k miles Every once in awhile my SEL will come on, at ...
  A: You have to pull the plenum to change the wires. Most of the time in our shop we change the coil ...
95 range rover was slammed hard into park8/16/2008
  Q: i bought a 95 range rover from a person who said that they slammed the gear in park very hard and ...
  A: It sounds like the park solenoid is broken. That is an anti-theft provision that prevents shifting ...
land rover no spark?8/15/2008
  Q: my name is pete. i have a LAND ROVER 95 3.9L DISCOVERY. THERE IS NO SPARK OUT OF THE COIL HT TOWER.I ...
  A: There is a step by step procedure in the workshop manual that you can do at home with a regular ...
2002 Discovery II8/12/2008
  Q: I have a 02 Disco with 108000 miles on it. I recently ran into a problem where my oil light was ...
  A: I hate to say this, but I think you're barking up the wrong tree. With Mobil 1 5-40SUV oil, the ...
no start discovery8/10/2008
  Q: I have a 99 Discovery that will not start "no spark" replaced crank sensor! what is my next step?
  A: If it were in our shop, or with a properly equipped specialist, our next step would be to look at ...
1998 discovery 1 EFI coil pack8/8/2008
  Q: On my second coil pack and it seems to have just failed (no sparking). Are there other components ...
  A: I have never seen two coil packs in a row fail. I'd guess one of the following: 1) the diagnosis ...
2000 Disco II w/ DTC Po4478/7/2008
  Q: I was curious about information on this code Po447. this is the only code it is throwing. The code ...
  A: The first step would be to learn how evaporative emission control systems work. You can do that ...
Every light is lit up on my dash8/4/2008
  Q: I own a 2001 Land Rover Discovery II and I have had nothing but problems with it since I've owned ...
  A: When I read the statement "no one can figure out why," it means one of two things . . . 1) You ...
96 land rover discovery won't start8/3/2008
  Q: i recently bought a 96 discovery (about a week ago) and it seemed to be running fine. unfortunately, ...
  A: Checking for spark is a good start. Is it out of gas? I'd also check the fuel pump - is it ...
p38 warning message8/2/2008
  Q: I own a 2000 2.5 dse range rover and have just spent ŁŁŁ,s on the diff and transfer box, and now a ...
  A: It may be related to the work you just did, or it may be a new problem. The only way to know would ...
Steering Wheel8/2/2008
  Q: Problem: I replaced my horn switches and the wiper switch - I had to pull the steering wheel out - ...
  A: It sounds like you have broken the spool that carries signals from the column to the wheel. You can ...
2001 Freelander TD4 Auto - Dash Lights8/1/2008
  Q: Just found the site and I hope I'm not repeating a question. Periodically the amber 'HDC' and 'TC' ...
  A: The lights signal a problem with the hill descent and traction control systems of your car. Those ...
knocking at idle8/1/2008
  Q: i have 1995 LWB classic,I am going through this truck which has 128 k on it, it was sitting for a ...
  A: It's possible you head a knock from inside the motor but it's more likely the knock is the elements ...
96 RR 4.0 se engine disable7/29/2008
  Q: I lock my RR and when i was ready to go again my remote did not work i open it manually and the ...
  A: It sounds like the latch in the driver door has failed, and it's not sending the disarm signal to ...
1996 4.0 a/c blower7/28/2008
  Q: The check owners manual came on the temp control, the a/c fan when on high does not blow thru the ...
  A: It sounds like there is some control problem with the system but ou really need specialist tools to ...
changing spark plugs7/27/2008
  Q: thinking about putting in new plugs in my 98 disco. my local LR dealer says the plugs are already ...
  A: The dealer is right, the plugs were gapped at the factory. But we always check them, just to be ...
1994 LR Disco7/26/2008
  Q: Recently acquired (Monday) 1994 LR Disco Auto trans 136K miles. Didn't pick up a what appears to be ...
  A: The factory workshop manual is available from Rovers North or Atlantic British, or online at ...
Starter7/25/2008
  Q: What can I do to troubleshoot the starter on a 2003 Land Rover Freelander. Last week we replaced the ...
  A: You can take a multimeter and check for power at the solenoid when you turn the key to crank, and ...
Land Rover 2 codes7/21/2008
  Q: My check engine light has been on for a few weeks and i plugged in my Car Md.I found the following ...
  A: Some of your codes relate to the engine, some to the transmission and communications. You can day a ...
Disco 94 sensor trouble7/19/2008
  Q: The ABS light stays on and we are unable to find where to plug the diagnostic tester in. Have taken ...
  A: You will need a Land Rover specialist shop with a Autologic or a T4, and when you find one, they ...
Land Rover Discovery Radio7/19/2008
  Q: I have a LR Discovery 2003 and have recurring radio problems. Radio will all of sudden lose power ...
  A: The radio in that car is pretty much self contained. First, I would disconnect it and see if the ...
Range Rover classic wont start7/18/2008
  Q: My '93 classic turns over but wont start. Checked fuses (good). Checked fuel pump.(no voltage to ...
  A: Look at the wire harness to the mass air meter, and find the wire from it to the ignition coil. If ...
Service Interval Indicator7/16/2008
  Q: HOW DO YOU RESET THE COUNTDOWN TO THE NEXT SERVICE ANSWER: What year and model do you have? ...
  A: We reset that through the test system but you can also do a partial reset through the instrument ...
97 disco won't start after engine clean7/15/2008
  Q: John, I sprayed the engine of my 97 disco 4.0 at the spray wash and now it won't start, I've let it ...
  A: I really cringe when I hear "took it to the mechanic" stories like yours. Blocked a hose with a ...
OBD1 Code Reader 1995 Discovery 17/14/2008
  Q: I am having a hard time finding a portable OBD1 code reader for my 1995 Land Rover Discovery 1. Is ...
  A: There is no low cost reader for the older OBD I Rovers. However, if you buy a factory workshop ...
2001 Discoery II electrical- seat and horn7/14/2008
  Q: My 2001 Discovery II keeps blowing the 40Afuse under the driver's seat if I touch any of the seat ...
  A: The horn problem may be a spool or wiring issue in the steering column. The seat fuse may blow as a ...
Crank Shaft Sensor7/12/2008
  Q: I have a 2001 Landrover Discovery which has just had the crank shift sensor replaced because the ...
  A: Yes, your mechanic changed the wrong part. A crank sensor can prevent your truck from running at ...
adding on7/11/2008
  Q: I was wondering. I own a disco 2 2004, S model. Can i add some of the amenities that the SE and HSE ...
  A: You can add those thinngs but it's quite a bit of work and the parts will be costly. If you go to ...
Windows on my 97 Land Rover7/10/2008
  Q: I tried to roll my windows down the other day in my Land Rover. Nothing happened. About five ...
  A: The center console switch pack may be bad. I suggest you find a LR specialist with the T4 or ...
1997 land rover discovery7/10/2008
  Q: My battery overheats occasionally and it smells bad. I also have the tach and radio going weird. The ...
  A: Your symptoms point to a problem with the alternator, or the alternator wiring. In particular, you ...
1994 RR Gas Tank Vacuum problem7/8/2008
  Q: I have a 1994 LWB. Whenever I remove the gas cap I get a lot of pressure released from the tank. Any ...
  A: "A lot of pressure released" is really just too vague . . . there is no way to know if that's normal ...
2000 Range Rover won't start7/7/2008
  Q: I have a Range Rover 2000 4.0 SE I change the battery after that it won't start center display ...
  A: Lock and unlock the vehicle with the pushbutton remote. If that fails, put the key in the driver ...
98 Disco 1... no start7/5/2008
  Q: I have a 98 Disco no start, no pressure on the fuel rail,(I used the valve that looks like a tire ...
  A: There is no single recommendation for those codes. I'd start with the basics. If there is no ...
Discovery 2000 clutch problem7/5/2008
  Q: I got a Discovery 2000 TD52000, clutch became hard to depress and it is hurting my knees. Will ...
  A: The short answer is, you need a new clutch. Odds are 9 to 1 that's your trouble. The longer answer ...
Overheating7/4/2008
  Q: Good Day sir, and happy 4th. I have a 95 landrover discovery with 193,000 miles. Recently I took my ...
  A: It's possible that the head gaskets are indeed failed, causing the overheating. However, it is ...
Just failed my emissions test!5/25/2008
  Q: My 2000 Disco II failed its' emissions insp. and the dealership is telling me that a valve that ...
  A: The emission control system is sort of complex to test, and your explanation does not point to a ...
99 Disco II split rear lock5/23/2008
  Q: My 99 Disco II right rear seat will fold down then I cannot get it to release from the floor; pull ...
  A: I would have to look at a vehicle to remember how to get it apart. The problem you are having is ...
'97 Disco codes5/23/2008
  Q: The code reader tells me it's P0441 Evaporative Emissions Control System Incorrect Purge Flow. I ...
  A: The evaporative emission control system collects vapors from the gas tank and burns them in the ...
intake manifold gasket5/21/2008
  Q: I own a 99 discovery sd I that has had some problems with a fluctuating temperature gauge. The ...
  A: If your truck leaks coolant it could act as you describe. Do you add coolant regularly? If so, it ...
Land Rover '03 / '04 Discovery5/20/2008
  Q: We bought this vehicle used when still under mfg warranty and so far it has been no trouble. She ...
  A: Well, if it was out of oil the question would be why? If the dealer changed oil for you, say, 2000 ...
1995 disco5/19/2008
  Q: first, want to say it is great that you do this..you are helping alot of others...we purchased a 95 ...
  A: I would not just go buy a transfer case. The frozen linkage is an external problem, not something ...
1995 disco5/19/2008
  Q: first, want to say it is great that you do this..you are helping alot of others...we purchased a 95 ...
  A: First of all, with waht you say, I don't think the car should be driven anywhere. Tow it to a ...
discovery 1993 fuel injected 3.5l v85/16/2008
  Q: When I drive and put my accelarator down to go faster and the engine revs up, it spews out black ...
  A: My first guess would be a fuel pressur eproblem. Next I'd suggest you get the workshop manual and ...
cd player5/13/2008
  Q: I have a 2003 Land Rover Discovery HSE. The cd player stopped ejected CDs. The 1st time I hit the ...
  A: Sometimes you can take the CD changer apart and extract your CDs but the process often ruins the ...
Extended warranty5/12/2008
  Q: I have a 2004 land rover Discovery. It has never been in the shop for any repairs except for the ...
  A: The Land Rover dealer warranties are from APCO, Automotive Protection Company. APCO used to be part ...
Spark plug cross threading5/11/2008
  Q: I just bought a 1999 Land Rover w/ 173K miles on it. I went to replace the plugs and had a very hard ...
  A: It may be possible to run a tap down the spark plug hole to restore the threads. You may also be ...
2001 Range Rover LH rear will not roll down5/8/2008
  Q: Just curious as to what causes this so I can know what I need to buy to fix it.
  A: There are a few possibilities: 1) The wondow motor or lifter arm has failed 2) The window switch ...
low beam not working5/5/2008
  Q: I have a year 2000 rangerover 4-0se. Lights work with exception to low beam. Just stopped. I have ...
  A: The headlights are controlled by the BECM, a $1500 module under the right seat. The headlamp and ...
Valve cover gaskets5/4/2008
  Q: Is there a particular valve cover gasket brand that is better than another. Is this a job I can do ...
  A: We use genuine Land Rover gaskets, though the aftermarket parts are probably OK too. The job takes ...
Post-Oxygen Sensor Replacement4/30/2008
  Q: recently, my check engine light came on so i had my '01 disco series II diagnosed and it turned our ...
  A: The light will remain on for 5-6 drive cycles, up to a few hundred miles, after a problem is fixed. ...
97 RR 4.6 HSE EAS Fault4/29/2008
  Q: Recently I received an EAS Fault from my diagnosis screen and shortly after received a Spd Limit ...
  A: You can't get any answer about what's wrong without the special Land Rover test system. In most ...
over heating4/26/2008
  Q: My 99 discovery is over heating but only in traffic. When whe break frequently what can be the ...
  A: There are many possible causes . . . clogged radiator, low coolant level, failed fan clutch, failed ...
disco 1 idling4/25/2008
  Q: I have purchased a 1996 disco, which starts, runs and drives seemingly very well. No oil burning, ...
  A: If the car were in our shop we would connect the Land Rover t4 test system and watch all the live ...
1998 Range Rover Transmission4/24/2008
  Q: My Range Rover has been in the shop for a transmission replacement. my questions are, it was driving ...
  A: I think you have some misunderstanding about your problem. The flywheel is not part of the ...
Fluctuating Thermostat Readings4/24/2008
  Q: My 2002 Range Rover HSE has a problem with the thermostat. The reading goes into the red when ...
  A: Well, some of your data is probably wrong. The symptom you describe is consistent with a car whose ...
tips on brake bleeding range rover classic4/23/2008
  Q: how do you bleed the brakes on a 1992 classic range rover? i just installed a brand new ...
  A: On an old Rover, you may be able to bleed from the far corner to the nearest wheel and have it come ...
00' RR 104K4/23/2008
  Q: I HAVE AN EAS FAULT CODE I BELIEVE MY COMPRESSOR FAILED IT Was trying to raise in the morning, AND ...
  A: When the vehicles were new, it WAS cheaper to fix EAS. However, now that they are old, there are ...
disco II blinking check engine light4/22/2008
  Q: I have a 99 disco II with a flashing check engine light. I took it to my local auto mech / garage ...
  A: I don't know why your plugs are fouled, but when the light flashes, you can't drive the vehicle. ...
2002 Disco Series II4/22/2008
  Q: My SES light illuminates, I have had all plugs, wires and coils replaced with a fuel induction. The ...
  A: If all the ignition parts are new and it still fouls on #1, I would test for carbon fouling. ...
Service engine soon light4/21/2008
  Q: Can you please tell me how to replace the spark plug wires on my discovery 2003. step by step ...
  A: There are two answers to that question 1) If you actually corrected the problem that caused the ...
replacing spark plug wires4/20/2008
  Q: Can you please tell me how to replace the spark plug wires on my discovery 2003. step by step ...
  A: You have to remove the intake plenum and all the other stuff on top of the motor to get access to ...
03 Freelander4/19/2008
  Q: ..I recently purchased an 03, 5-dr, SE with 70K miles. It ran great for the first three months and ...
  A: It sounds like you have some kind of problem in the timing belt housing. The dealer is right in ...
overheating4/13/2008
  Q: how are ya i have a 98 discovery, it has been overheating for the last 4 days or so. i had the ...
  A: With all due respect, can't you tell the difference between 130 degrees, which is hot water in the ...
fix4/13/2008
  Q: hello johnroson am al i have a range rover year 2000 the air suspension wen down and i can get back ...
  A: You need the T4 or Autologic test system to diagnose the air suspension. You'll have to find a shop ...
Range Rover 4.6 HSE4/12/2008
  Q: We have an Range Rover 4.6 HSE 1999, we have twice previously had problems with blown door lock ...
  A: I'm not really sure what to say to that. The only part in common to both front doors is the BECM, ...
Disco 2 Service Engine Light4/11/2008
  Q: I have 2004 Disco (60K miles) at start up runs rough, the service engine light starts blinking but ...
  A: Running rough and a flashing check light indicate a serious problem, one that could damage the ...
98 discovery brakes4/10/2008
  Q: Drove to far with worn front brake pads. How do remove the caliper without disconnecting the brake ...
  A: Some people will bend the metal line (not really recommended), others will unbolt the plate, and ...
Oil Leak4/10/2008
  Q: I had my 2004 discovery in for seat replacement in December, and for some reason, they did an oil ...
  A: An intake manifold oil leak is a $1,000 repair at many dealers. But there are other possibilities ...
96 disco with a slew of problems4/9/2008
  Q: I have had my disco for about three years, and over that time it has been a great vehicle for the ...
  A: First, the grinding is probably a problem within the transmission. They were known for that. It's ...
transfer case leak4/6/2008
  Q: I have a 98 Disco (82K Miles) with a transfer case leak. Is this something I can do by myself or ...
  A: Most leaks require removal and disassembly of the transfer case. It's hard to get the case out ...
01 Disco Cruise4/4/2008
  Q: I have an 01 Discovery and at highway speeds the cruise is not holding. It tends to slow down a bit ...
  A: You can check the vacuum connections to see if any are loose or dry rotted. Beyond thet . . .The ...
electrical problems4/2/2008
  Q: i purchased a 2000 range rover 4.6 hse at a dealer auction and when i drove it home i noticed the ...
  A: You are correct in saying all those things are controlled by the moduule under the passenger seat. ...
radiator swap....4/1/2008
  Q: john, are you aware of whether a 4 core rad. from a '91 Disco. will physically fit my '96 tdi, if ...
  A: I have not tried it but I doubt if it will work. I have never found Land Rover parts to be ...
03 Range Rover Fault Code2/28/2008
  Q: I have an 03 Range Rover, I have been getting a TRAN FAILSAFE PROGRAM in the message center. ...
  A: More tests would be required to get to the bottom of your problem, and those tests are beyond the ...
1999 4.6 Range Rover2/28/2008
  Q: recent r/r of head gasket (less than 200 miles ago)& am now losing coolant and vehicle is ...
  A: The first explanation, which I'm sure you've considered, is that you did something wrong in the head ...
no spark2/25/2008
  Q: i have a 1998 land rover II it does not have spark we had the ECU comp. rebuilt and still no spark ...
  A: If you have removed and refitted the ECU it has probably lost the security/drive authorizaton signal ...
Rotate tires2/22/2008
  Q: I was told today by my service writer that Rover recommends that I NOT rotate my tires on my 2005 ...
  A: In the United States, Rover tells their dealers not to rotate tires. Elsewhere in the world, the ...
D2 1999 130.000 miles -3 amigos smiling after a flat tire.2/21/2008
  Q: When I turn the ignition key without starting the engine, the 3 amigos, TC,HDC and ABS show steady ...
  A: You've certainly gone a long way with a test meter on your own. The three amigos store fault codes ...
Regarding 2008 LAND ROVER LR2 Computer Board.2/20/2008
  Q: Robison My name is Jae Benedicto Choi, I do have 2008 LAND ROVER LR2. But few weeks ago, my LR2 was ...
  A: I do not know of any source for a computer other than the dealer. Furthermore, you will need to ...
Range Rover 99 4.6 HSE spark plug wires2/19/2008
  Q: John, Good day. My engine is running rough and the check engine light flashes. I checked the spark ...
  A: Proper replacement of the wires is a 3+ hour job. The 8 wires cost about $25 each. The 8 plugs are ...
2004 Range Rover A/C blower2/18/2008
  Q: The a/c and heater blower does not work. The rear unit and compressor work fine but the main blower ...
  A: The www.landrovertechinfo.com site DOES work. I just tried it. The blower is under the dash, and ...
Rear view mirror2/17/2008
  Q: My kid bumped my rear view mirror above dash and it fell off. it looks like hexagon bolt to snap ...
  A: It sounds like you broke the ball out of the mirror, which may have ruined the mirror. But I can't ...
Freelander Dashboard Bulb Replacement2/16/2008
  Q: I have recently bought a 5dr 3 year old, Freelander. I have noticed that a bulb in the dashboard ...
  A: Some dash bulbs can be bought from your local LR dealer, others are part of the cluster. For step ...
2001 p38 4.6 HSE overheating2/13/2008
  Q: I own a 2001 p38 HSE Range Rover with around 100,000 km on the clock. It began overheating a while ...
  A: I'm sorry to say your story sounds like a classic example of liner failure, a failure of the engine ...
radio w/navigation2/12/2008
  Q: John, hi, I just bought a 2003 discovery, luv it, except for the radio; I'm completely in the dark; ...
  A: To set a radio preset, tune to the station, then press and hold the desired button for 5 seconds. ...
losses power, worse the warmer it gets2/12/2008
  Q: Hey John, I have a problem, the warmer my engine gets, the lower the RPMS will go. I have a 1998 ...
  A: Something is wrong with this story. If the converters get red hot, that means one of two things: ...
Non recoginition of brakes.2/10/2008
  Q: I drove my 96 Disco to the Doc's office, no problem. Go to leave and it starts up fine but I could ...
  A: The key is held in place by the "key release solenoid." As to what's wrong . . . you can go to ...
Freelander 98 problem in hot weather2/9/2008
  Q: I have been having a problem with my 98 1.8 fuel injected Freelander for the last three years but it ...
  A: My instinct tells me this isn't a computer problem. And you've said it's just a guess. It sounds ...
96 Disco idles but won't rev2/8/2008
  Q: You always seem to have some insight so I hope you can point me in the right direction. I have a ...
  A: I'd suggest checking the fuel pressure (should be 40psi or so) and spraying a mist of water on the ...
03 Disco ABS, TC, HD Lights2/8/2008
  Q: I recently purchased a 2003 Disco. At 50K all 3 warning lights came on ABS, TC & HD. Dealer ...
  A: The next step is replacement of the hub, which generates the signal for the sensor. Following that ...
98 HSE fwd drive shaft2/7/2008
  Q: Actually a couple questions; first when offroading my forward propeller shaft was damaged and bolts ...
  A: On the drive shaft . . . put it on any way and if there's vibration turn it one bolt position at a ...
Disco rolls after placing in Park2/6/2008
  Q: John, I own a 1996 Discovery. The former owner sold it to me wholesale because he thought the ...
  A: The only thing you can do from outside the transmission is make sure the cable is shoving the ...
landrover discovery clutch problems2/4/2008
  Q: my 1991 l/r discovery v8, lost its clutch so decided to do it my self, obtained the right clutch and ...
  A: Some of the master cylinders are very tricky to bleed. In our shop, we have a system that uses low ...
Fault code2/3/2008
  Q: My son's check engine light is on.We are getting a fault code reading P1317 when Auto Zone checks ...
  A: The rough road signal comes from the ABS system, and it points to a problem in the antilock brakes. ...
p1171, p11742/2/2008
  Q: Code p1171, p1174 show up on my truck, engine runs good with no problem. I have change the maff ...
  A: I think you've answered your question. If the engine changes its beat when you spray choke cleaner ...
Freelander rear door/window2/1/2008
  Q: I have a 5 door ’02 Land Rover Freelander. The tail door window will not operate with the key, FOB ...
  A: The latch has probably failed. A Land Rover specialist should have the skill to get the panel off ...
96 discovery sun roof leak1/31/2008
  Q: I HAVE A 1996 DISCOVERY AND MY BACK SUNROOF IS LEAKING BUT THE WATER COMES INTO THE VEHICLE THROUGH ...
  A: Land Rover recommends replacement of the sliding roof assembly when this happens. You drop the ...
Adjusting adjusting a new serpentine belt1/28/2008
  Q: UI have a 96 Disco. i rplc the alternator and put on a new belt. I cut the old one off, but am not ...
  A: The trick is to use a pry bar to move the spring loaded thensioner. Slip the belt on and it holds ...
range rover 2003 4.4HSE1/28/2008
  Q: When driving our car the battery warning light came up, 10 mins later we stopped, turned the engine ...
  A: When the battery light comes on it usually means the alternator has stopped working. Assuming the ...
Manifold Gasket1/26/2008
  Q: We have taken our Disco2 to be treated for overheating to the dealer three times! They have ssaid ...
  A: Sometimes one arrives at a shortblok failure diagnosis by eliminating the other possibilities. I ...
Freelander 02 Reg, 1.8 5 Door1/25/2008
  Q: When the car is cold, there is a lot of steam coming out of the exhaust when driving, No water just ...
  A: In winter it's normal for steam to come from the exhaust for 5-10 minutes. And the black color at ...
Landrover freelander 2002 does not start1/25/2008
  Q: I have a landrover freelander 2002 and it does not start, even with the key. There is a new battery ...
  A: Are you sure the battery voltage is up as it should be? That's the first thing I'd check. If the ...
P38a Central Locking Fault1/24/2008
  Q: Problem began today after no signs of hiccups whatsoever. Inadvertantly pressed the lock button on ...
  A: It sounds like the RF door latch has chosen this moment to fail. Land Rover has a service buletin ...
range rover hse1/23/2008
  Q: how do i reset air ride on 2003 hse.
  A: You'll have to take the vehicle to a dealer or specialist with a Autologic or T4 test system. They ...
02 Freelander Transmission won't operate in reverse1/23/2008
  Q: I recently had my 02 Freelander transmission drained, flushed and reserviced by a reputable service ...
  A: Without seeing your car, there is no way for me to know if improper service caused the failure. The ...
EAS COMPRESSOR1/18/2008
  Q: I was just wondering how often does a normal compressor runs? I have noticed mine runs quite often. ...
  A: If you notice the compressor running there are three possibilities: 1) the mounts are bad and it ...
99 Disco II1/17/2008
  Q: I have a 99 Disco II I was wondering where you check/fill the transmission fluid. I can't find a ...
  A: The transmission needs to be checked with the vehicle running on a drive on lift, via a test plug on ...
2002 Discovery 2 timing chain1/15/2008
  Q: I replaced the leaking chain cover gasket and reassembled as required. Went to start the engine. Bad ...
  A: Something must have gotten tangled in the chain. I suggest you fit a new set of gears and chain and ...
Starting1/14/2008
  Q: Iam not sure of the torque on my disco 3.9 V8i cylinder head
  A: The bolts have to be replaced every time. You torque new bolts to about 20 ft pounds to set them ...
Hi, 2001 range rover 4.6 hse1/13/2008
  Q: i have a clonking noise coming out of the drive when i shift from D to R or R to D or when the first ...
  A: I have no idea if the diagnosis you've bene offered is right. There's no way to tell without seeing ...
2003 landrover discovery leaking from head liner1/11/2008
  Q: i have a 2003 land rover discovery. It has started to leak. it wont all the time but most of the ...
  A: The front windshield is almost always the cause of leaks such as you describe. Problem is, you have ...
floor wet by passenger door (front)1/8/2008
  Q: I have a 2000 discovery. I can't get my cruise control to work. I do exactly what the manual says, ...
  A: I doubt if the water leak has anything to do with the cruise. The water could be an a/c evaporator ...
p03351/6/2008
  Q: I have a 99 disco. II that dies on me with code p0335 & 1590,i have replaced the crankshaft sensor ...
  A: You may have a problem with the reluctor plate on the flywheel . . . it makes the signal the crank ...
GEARBOX FAULT 96 RR won't start1/2/2008
  Q: i have 96 RR 4.0 se it turn off while driving on the freeway after the engine would not turn ...
  A: It's possible the engine speed sensor is at fault but without a more sophisticated scanner you are ...
heater1/1/2008
  Q: My heater on my 99 rangerover would blow cold air through vents and then it would heat. I thought it ...
  A: The floor mat is probably wet from leakage of the seals between the heater core and the hot water ...
1999 Land Rover Discovery Snow Chains1/1/2008
  Q: IF I put snow chains on, do I put them on the rear tires or the front tires and drive in the four ...
  A: First of all, your vehicle is always in four wheel drive. The only option you have is low range, ...
93 LWB electricks12/31/2007
  Q: John, Two items I'd appreciate help with - I noticed a clicking noise coming from the driver window ...
  A: There may be a problem with the memory module under the driver seat. I don't think that part is ...
LR Temp gauge/light problems/ warm-up running rough12/31/2007
  Q: I own a 95 Disco I, 3.9ltr. I had an upper manifold cooling hose break. The engine coughed and ...
  A: You don't have a temperature light. Get your owner's manual and look at the chart of lights and see ...
Freelander ignition/starting issues11/22/2007
  Q: This is a cold start problem. Can turn key and get all lights but nothing...no crank no click. ...
  A: There's not much you can try at home. Someone will have to use the Land Rover test system to see if ...
water in gas tank11/21/2007
  Q: I recently stopped to get gas and as soon as I started driving the check engine light starts flashes ...
  A: First - it is not safe to drive your Rover if it chakes and the engine light flashes. Tow it ...
sluggish drive land rover discovery 2 200111/20/2007
  Q: my rover is very sluggish and the left side converter is red hot and its a little sound coming from ...
  A: You should not be driving the vehicle if the converter is red hot. At worst you'll have a fire; at ...
98 Disco tranny problem?11/19/2007
  Q: I recently bought a 98 LR DISCO LSE. i was driving it this evening and that's when i noticed a ...
  A: The clunk could mean the front driveshaft u-joints are coming apart. If they blow up while you are ...
intake repair kit11/18/2007
  Q: Where can I order variable intake manifold repair kit for 2003 Landrover Freelander?
  A: Any Land Rover dealer should have it. But be warned . . . if the intake is warped you'll need a ...
Range Rover P38 Fuse and Blower Motor Problem11/18/2007
  Q: I have a 1998 P38 Range Rover that has a problem. On the Instrument Cluster LCD display it reads ...
  A: The first thing you'll need is a wiring diagram for your truck. You can purchase printed electrical ...
98 disco sun/moonroofs won't close11/15/2007
  Q: I have a 1998 Discovery LSE with dual moonroofs. They will open and close properly except for the ...
  A: That was a common problem with the older roofs. Land Rover sells rails or complete mechanicals to ...
range rover engine disabled11/13/2007
  Q: .. I have a 1995 Range Rover 4.0 The alarm which never worked suddenly started working. It is ...
  A: If you are outside the United States your Rover may have an emergency key access code, where you ...
Frustrated!!!9/19/2007
  Q: John, my 96' Range Rover, 4.6 SE with SE miles was a dream machine until it started to lose power ...
  A: Find a shop with an Autologic or T4 system. They can watch all the engine parameters on the ...
Power Loss9/18/2007
  Q: I have owned a 2001 Discovery TD5 automatic for the last 12 months. When I use it for towing, I ...
  A: The two vehicles should have similar power. Are your fuel filters and air filter clean? Do you ...
Cruise control9/17/2007
  Q: I have a 98 diso series 1 and the cruise control doesnt work I now there is a lot of places for a ...
  A: If the vacuum lines are all good, and the brake switch is good, your next step is to break out the ...
break lights9/16/2007
  Q: My break lights are on all the time. We own a 94 discovery. I checked the break light switch and it ...
  A: The tach and brake light problems are probably separate. If you unplugged the switch and the lights ...
Disco. II9/14/2007
  Q: Im getting a code p1590 all 3 ligths are on (tc,abs,dnw hill) I have changed abs madule and all ...
  A: The code you refer to is from the engine computer, which has nothing to do with the SLABS system - ...
96 Disco with major problems9/10/2007
  Q: I've had a 96 Discovery for about 8 months now. All I have to say is wow. I've had many problems ...
  A: If the fog comes from the tail pipe, as I think you're saying, you have an internal failure in the ...
Freelander 2 TD4 display9/9/2007
  Q: At intervals of about every 15 minutes the message "transmission failure traction reduced" appears ...
  A: I have seen that and there are known issues with the transmissions. I'm sorry to say most are ...
ac fans not working9/8/2007
  Q: I have a 1995 range rover 4.0-AC fans not coming on with or without air on.Checked fans and both ...
  A: The fans themselves are probably bad. You can remove the fans and check the relays and control ...
98 Disco problem starting9/8/2007
  Q: My disco will turn over just fine but while cold I need to try to start it about 3 times before it ...
  A: The truck may be losing fuel pressure. Have a shop hook a fuel pressure to the gauge and watch what ...
Disco 2 Air Suspension9/6/2007
  Q: The rear of my 2000 Disco TD5 has sank to its lowest and will not return to normal height. When ...
  A: There is no backyard diagnosis for the air suspension. You need access to one of the specialized ...
Freelander starting problems9/6/2007
  Q: I have a 1999 landrover freelander xedi (i think!). I can unlock the car via the fob but the car ...
  A: In many countries it is possible to reconfigure the engine and security controls to "non-robust" ...
Problems with Power windows, sunroof and bootlid9/4/2007
  Q: i bought this Ranger Rover 4.6HSE 1996 model. Its all power windows, bootlid and sunroof is not ...
  A: All those items are controlled by the center console switch pack. You probably need a new one, but ...
2003 Range Rover V8 Auto box9/3/2007
  Q: My Auto box seems to get stuck in gear after going up a steep hill. It will change up on the rev ...
  A: Your gearbox is fully computer controlled, so there's nothing mechanical to stick. Any holding in ...
air suspension on disco 29/1/2007
  Q: the near side loses air, it can be alright for days or weeks. could it be a faulty valve or air ...
  A: The air spring is about $350 and 1-2 hours work to change. Before you go down this road you should ...
ALARM-range rover8/30/2007
  Q: how can i disarm the alarm without using the handset??? couple of days ago i replace the alternator ...
  A: If unlocking with the key and then turning the key in the ignition does not clear the alarm you have ...
03 Discovery SE vibration, etc.8/29/2007
  Q: First, I have an 03 Discovery SE, 45,000 miles, just out of warranty. 1) I have noticed a ...
  A: 1) It's impossible to diagnose noises via the Internet but I suggest you have it checked because ...
RR 2000 Svc Eng Soon light8/29/2007
  Q: I have a RR 4.6 HSE with 48k miles on it. The Serv. Engine soon light came on yesterday. My reading ...
  A: The light is on because the engine management system has detected a problem or abnormal condition. ...
valve timing8/26/2007
  Q: in the midst of replacing a timing belt on a 20o02 landrover (freelander) 2.5 v6 and we need to know ...
  A: I don't know how to do this without the factory jigs. That's what we have. Go to the factory site, ...
2002 frelander TC/HDC brakes/wipers8/25/2007
  Q: Brake lights and wipers work when key is turned on to power them (but not turning on the engine). ...
  A: Problems like that - things that come and go - can be very difficult to sort out. Could be a body ...
1997 4.6 HSE8/23/2007
  Q: I just bought a 97 HSE with 92,000 miles and I bought it not running for 3 grand but mint condition, ...
  A: The first stop for you should be a store that sells the workshop manual and electrical ...
My 02 Disco II8/19/2007
  Q: My coolant needs to be replaced every time i drive it. I can't spot a leak, I just put a replacement ...
  A: If the coolantn is not leaking onto the ground it may be going out the tailpipe, in which case you ...
Disco II CAT & Oxygen Sensor Replacement8/17/2007
  Q: I have a 2000 Disco II and replaced all four oxygen sensors and the CAT Y pipe, all LR original ...
  A: No calibration is needed when you fit a new catalyst and o2 sensors. If the truck shifts ...
1998 Discovery rear rotors and front pads8/16/2007
  Q: I am about to do a rear rotor and pad replacement on my 1998 Land Rover Discovery. I am wondering ...
  A: To change front pads, all you need is the pads. To change rear rotors, you remove the calipers, ...
1994 LWB8/15/2007
  Q: My windows don't work, up or down. where should i begin to look? Are there fuses and relays or an ...
  A: The fuses are under the cover in the lower center of the dash. Relays are under the dash, both ...
Power Door Lock and SRS Light8/14/2007
  Q: I have a 2002 Freelander and the passenger right door power lock does not work. I don't know if ...
  A: The passenger dook lock problem is almost always the latch, the part within the door. That's where ...
looking to buy 91 hunter. some questions.8/13/2007
  Q: I am looking into buying a 91 Range Rover Hunter. These did not have the EAS, so that's one less ...
  A: Unless you have extrordinary do it yourself abilities, no 195,000 mile Rover is right for someone ...
transfer case pops out8/12/2007
  Q: my 83 range rover has problem with the transfer box. It has just suddenly started popping out and ...
  A: If the transfer case pops out of range, you will have to remove it and replace the worn parts that ...
key handset8/11/2007
  Q: What next after replacing battery in handset when it still won't work?
  A: Sorry to say you'll need a dealer or specialist with the T4 or Autologic test system to read the ...
2001 Disco II Rough Start8/9/2007
  Q: I have a 2001 Disco II with 79000 miles on it. Just recently it began doing this thing that ...
  A: If you have corrosion on the battery terminals you should certainly clean them up. If the battery ...
o2 sensors and the Catalytic Converter8/8/2007
  Q: I have a 2003 LR Discovery SE with 99K miles. I have had it to the LR dealer approx. 5 times over ...
  A: The short answer: No, you should not expect that. I can't second-guess the dealer but I will say ...
disco II 2001 SRS turn on8/7/2007
  Q: the SRS light is on, i don't know what that means, if just want to know if it is something that is ...
  A: SRS stands for Supplemental Restraint System. It's your airbags, essentially. The light is on ...
land rover transmission8/6/2007
  Q: can you fill your transmission yourself?would i use a tube and funnel and connect it to the filler ...
  A: The different Land Rover models take different transmission fluids, and the fill procedures differ ...
abs failure8/5/2007
  Q: Opon application of brakes,usually during a parking lot speed and turning the steering wheel,I get a ...
  A: That's the ABS system activating. If it only happens in parking lots on sharp turns and braking, ...
electrical8/3/2007
  Q: where is the data link connector located in 1995 land rover range rover?
  A: If it's a Range Rover Classic, there is no data link connector for an OBD II scanner. They have ...
Range Rover horn&cruise buttons not working7/31/2007
  Q: I just purchased a 1995 Range Rover in good condition except neither the horn nor the cruise control ...
  A: There is a good chance the spool - a part that carries electrical signals from the steering wheel to ...
Tweeting/Squeaking When Engaged7/29/2007
  Q: John, Thank you for all of your past help. I have a '99 Disco II with 86,613 miles. The Rover ...
  A: 1. Cruise control not working - I have replaced all of the vacuum hoses around the pump. Some of ...
Rover LWB 937/28/2007
  Q: My Rover will crank but not start. I recently had a new starter & coil installed so I'm very ...
  A: If it cranks over, your next step is to find out if you've got any spark at the plugs. Pull a plug ...
Cruise control problem7/27/2007
  Q: I bought my 97 Disco V8i Auto about 3 years ago. Right from the start the cruise control would just ...
  A: The wires in the steering column may be bad, or the ecu may be bad. Splitting vacuum hoses are a ...
ABS,TC and suspension light on7/26/2007
  Q: I have a 2000 Discovery. I read the codes and the only one that comes up is P1590. Do you happen to ...
  A: The code you refer to is an engine code; it has nothing to do with the ABS/TC lights. You need to ...
2002 Dico II Headliner falling out7/24/2007
  Q: Actually I have 2 problems. 1) the headliner has just begun turning loose. 2) My ABS, Traction ...
  A: Sometimes the headliners come unbonded from the backing, usually as a result of water leaks. We ...
Possible starter problem7/23/2007
  Q: I have a 2003 Freelander Land Rover. Tonight after the car was parked for about 2 hrs., it just ...
  A: Starter failures are pretty common in Freelanders. You can check with a test light to see if ...
front end alignment?7/23/2007
  Q: Hey hows it going... I really need your help on this one. Okay the symptoms are vibrations and ...
  A: If your steering wheel shakes, you have one or more of these problems: 1) A damaged tire 2) A bent ...
Head gaskets7/22/2007
  Q: I recently bought a 95 discovery with 107k and while I was shopping for one it seemed that most ...
  A: It is common to do head gaskets in response to leakage. But if a truck does not have leaky gaskets, ...
gearbox fault7/22/2007
  Q: My RR 4.6 will not start anymore, I am getting a gearbox fault message. What can I do to fix it at ...
  A: The only reason I can think of that a gearbox fault would prevent starting is if the truck can't ...
Transimission light comes on after driving few miles7/21/2007
  Q: I have a 2000 Discovery. The transmission light on the right side of the dash comes on and ...
  A: Front hub problems don't normally cause the transmission fault light to come on, but it's possible. ...
60k/65k Dealer Service 03 Freelander7/21/2007
  Q: I just priced the Land Rover 60k/65k dealer service at $850 plus tax. Is this necessary and is there ...
  A: The timing belt comes later, and it's a full-day job which will probably cost about twice what you ...
Disco 1 brakes7/20/2007
  Q: I have a discovery 1 with braking issues. It has jsut started that when you hit the brakes the pedal ...
  A: At this point, you probably need to follow the bleeding procedure in the Land Rover workshop manual. ...
DII ABS Modulator7/20/2007
  Q: Just came across your response about newly developed repair kit for the modulator. Is it available ...
  A: Suggest that your dealer read bulletin LTB00060, from June 2007. It describes the repair kit, and ...
2000 LR Disco II Issues7/19/2007
  Q: I bought this vehicle with 102k+ miles on it and literally as soon as I drove it off the lot the ...
  A: First, I would never change the coil without also changing the wires and plugs. I'd look closer at ...
2001 Land Rover Discovery 4wd problems7/16/2007
  Q: My sister-in-laws discovery will not shift into 4wd, is there a common problem with this particular ...
  A: Land Rover Discoveries are always in 4 wheel drive. What exactly do you think is wrong? Is it that ...
abs, traction control lights.7/15/2007
  Q: i have a 2001 land rover discovery and the three little lights came on, i took it to a repair shop ...
  A: The only way to know why the light is on is to have a shop with the proper Land Rover test system ...
Battery light7/14/2007
  Q: I have a 94 lr disco. Today my battery light came on. it started out flickering on and off. It is ...
  A: It sounds like your alternator has failed. Another possibliity is that the belt came off, but if ...
97 Disc I O2-Sensor Code & Evap Purge Valve7/13/2007
  Q: Readings from Emission testing center OBDII P0441 Evap. Purge Valve Incorrect Flow Fault ...
  A: You've got faults for two of your four o2 sensors, and the faults may indicate bad sensors or wiring ...
DOOR LOCK7/12/2007
  Q: Why is the warning light on the dash board indicating that there is a door open when all the doors ...
  A: It's making the horn noise to signal a mislock. It thinks a door is open. If all your doors are ...
Choke7/12/2007
  Q: Kia ora John, I have a es 96 LR series1 3.9 V8 and in the mornings when it is cold it coughs a lot ...
  A: Your vehicle does not have a check. It has electronic fuel injection. Do you have a rectangular ...
suspention7/11/2007
  Q: I have a 1996 land rover dicovery. when I go down the road the rear of the vehicle wants to shift or ...
  A: The usual cause of that problem is worn out radius arm bushings. The radius arms are the long arms ...
abs lights7/10/2007
  Q: my 99 discovery 2 abs,tc lights come on sometimes but often go off when ignition is turned off and ...
  A: The simple answer: it does not work perfectly. You just don't notice the defect. I think if you ...
Freelander ABS/TC/HDC lights stays on after vehicle has started7/9/2007
  Q: Subject: Freelander ABS/TC/HDC lights stays on after vehicle has started Question 1.Could this ...
  A: 1 - The timing of when you start it does not matter. 2 - There is no way to know if you need a ...
Land Rover Key7/9/2007
  Q: I have a 2000 Series II Discovery. The keys have a built in fob with remote lock and unlock ...
  A: The metal key shank and the pushbutton handle are actually separate parts. The plastic part with ...
Air Conditioning Disco 20037/8/2007
  Q: I've had a host of problems within the last month, none of which are related to my current issues - ...
  A: On the air conditioner my best guess is that the blower motor has failed, or the fuse is blown, or ...
Disco II Low RPM Hesitation7/5/2007
  Q: My Disco II hesitates between 1-2k and then evens out after 2k. Sometimes I'm driving around in 3 ...
  A: Your first step should be to look for stored fault codes, and addres any you find. If you still ...
Check Engine7/3/2007
  Q: I have a 1999 Land Rover Discovery. My check engine light is on. I have had so many repairs done ...
  A: You really need to look at the stored fault codes and then perform the tests that are appropriate to ...
1998 range rover air suspension7/3/2007
  Q: I have a 1998 range rover 4.0. My air suspension went on me and I found out it was the compressor. I ...
  A: I have never had luck with home repair of the air suspension. May I suggest you go to ...
No head and tail lights on my Defender Td5 20007/1/2007
  Q: For whatever reasons I suddenly my head, side and tail lights stopped. Fuses are ok, brake and ...
  A: I suspect the root of your problem is corrosion in the fuse box. Remove the box and check for burnt ...
Fuel Pressure6/30/2007
  Q: I have a 97 Disco V8i which now is also on gas. I recently found it wont run on petrol. It has while ...
  A: You could have a fuel pressur eproblem but it could just as well be a problem with the electronic ...
Brake trouble5/26/2007
  Q: My wife's 2000 Discovery had a very soft pedal, a week ago the TCS, ABS, and Hill Decent light came. ...
  A: The ABS pump must be activated to get the air out of the system. The only way I know to do that is ...
heater matrix removal5/24/2007
  Q: I recently found that the heater matrix was bad so i have been follow the process of removing the ...
  A: Go to www.landrovertechinfo.com and buy a day's access. They have illustrated step by step ...
LR Disco II 2001 starting problems5/23/2007
  Q: The problems began this past Friday when trying to start it & I noticed it struggling to crank & ...
  A: You're going to have to figure out where the power is getting lost. Either the 12v is not making it ...
New VSS didn't work- Try new TPS now?5/22/2007
  Q: It would actually work here and there for about the first month after it started to die, at least ...
  A: It's time to check to see if the VSS is actually delivering the speed signal it should. You'll need ...
Student Seeks Economical Fix5/20/2007
  Q: John, I know, I know...If you can't afford to fix it don't buy it...I just recently purchased a ...
  A: Question 1: Is there a way that I can disable the rear A/C? I.e., can I disconnect the hose from ...
Discovery II - 20035/18/2007
  Q: Unfortunately, I have the three amigos appearing on my dashboard (TC,ABS,and Hill Descent Control). ...
  A: Take the truck to a specialist or dealer with an autologic or t4 system. Find out what's wrong - ...
rear sunroof discover se75/17/2007
  Q: What are the steps to replace the rear sunroof guides and cables.I am a a.s.e. mechanic at Scott's ...
  A: It's a complex job, expect to spend all day on this. If you want illustrated step by step ...
windscreen washer motor unresponsive5/16/2007
  Q: John, first, thanks for your sharing of volumes of great info via this board, you've saved my bacon ...
  A: Check the washer pump - down on the washer tank - to see if the electric wires are plugged in. See ...
range rover 20035/16/2007
  Q: i have 2003 range rover 2003 i just had it serviced 2 weeks ago but today the 'service engine soon' ...
  A: The light is not a service reminder. It's telling you that something has gone wrong. There are ...
RR 2000 HSE 4.6 Door locks5/14/2007
  Q: When I am driving the electric locks go on and off without anybody touching the knobs. Why and how ...
  A: The lock problem is probably a bad door latch. The ignition key itself is probably bad The airbag ...
1998 LandRover Discovery I5/12/2007
  Q: I have a 1998 Disco I that runs at an idle very smoothly and sounds great, until I try to reve the ...
  A: Problems like yours are generally solved by looking at the live data screens on the scan tool at the ...
1997 rover trans5/8/2007
  Q: I put a new trans in my 1997 land rover and it will no shift till you get to about 4000 rpm"s. do I ...
  A: Go to www.landrovertechinfo.com and buy a days access for $18 or so. You can then download the ...
fuel system5/6/2007
  Q: a friend is giving me a 1994 discovery it has the ck eng light on, what causes this? and it ...
  A: If it's a yellow "check engine" light, then the check engine light is on because there's a problem. ...
1987 Rangie tire wear5/4/2007
  Q: I just purchased a 1987 Range Rover and it appears to have some unusual front tire wear for a ...
  A: I'm not sure what the question is here. It sounds like you need to make a trip to an alignment ...
stalling/idle...... HELP!!!5/3/2007
  Q: wanted to ask what i can check/fix if my land rover 99 disco keeps idling up and down on cold stars, ...
  A: The Bosch engine management system in a 1999 V8 Rover is very hard to diagnose in your driveway. I ...
range rover p38 overheating problem5/2/2007
  Q: I have a w reg p38 4.0 hse range rover. i drive along then all of a sudden the temp needle goes ...
  A: Your cooling system may be low, or have air in it. The most likely cause of this problem is a ...
95 Disco O2 Sensors (how many & where?)4/30/2007
  Q: Dlr said my left "upstream O2 sensor" was bad & needed to be replaced... They wanted $ 570.00 to do ...
  A: Your 95 only has two o2 sensors. Bad o2 sensors won't usually make it run real rich, though. There ...
1998 land rover discovery- brakes4/29/2007
  Q: Can you give me step by step instructions on how to replace brake pads and rotors?
  A: There is nothing unique to replacing pads and rotors in a 98 Discovery. If you want detailed ...
range rover door trouble4/28/2007
  Q: my problem is that i noticed that the passenger door was locked, will not open from inside or with ...
  A: When that happens we remove the back door, reach in, and cut the striker so the front door can be ...
Disco tdi 19954/26/2007
  Q: The car was running fine down freeway at 100k's then lost transmission. the ewngine runs fine and ...
  A: Everything I listed is a sudden breakage kind of thing. Works one second, gone the next. Repair ...
Disco tdi 19954/26/2007
  Q: The car was running fine down freeway at 100k's then lost transmission. the ewngine runs fine and ...
  A: The most likely failure is an axle shaft or CV joint. Jack up each corner and try and spin the ...
antifreeze leaking4/25/2007
  Q: my car has been overheating and I noticed it is leaking antifreeze. My car has 111,000 miles. Is ...
  A: They don't "normally" leak coolant, and it's easy to cause expensive engine damage if you drive in ...
head gasket replacement4/24/2007
  Q: I have a 01 Disco II that has developed a coolant leak from the rear of the right head. I live in a ...
  A: While straightforward, head gasket replacement is a big job. It's two days of labor. If you do it, ...
Heater core4/22/2007
  Q: I own a 2003 TD5 series II auto and purchased it secondhand in Dec' 2005. I use the vehicle to tow ...
  A: I have never once replaced a heater core and had the replacement go bad, too. And I have hardly ...
2002 discovery se remote control4/21/2007
  Q: can you tell me how to programm remote control on my 2002 Discovery se with two buttons remote .it ...
  A: The pushbutton part separates from the key. The button part is called the PLIP. You can't program ...
2002 Landrover Freelander4/21/2007
  Q: what are the timing belt specs
  A: All the specs are in the workshop manual or at www.landrovertechinfo.com, Land Rover's official ...
Service Engine Soon - 2001 Disco4/18/2007
  Q: Glad I found you! Just had the faults cleared on a recent service and my LR Technician told me it is ...
  A: If you were at the dealer, they would not have "just cleared faults" They would have read the ...
2002 Discovery II Starting to Leak4/18/2007
  Q: I've owned a 2001 Disco II since new. Current mileage is only 51,000. I've taken to dealer for ...
  A: If I understand you correctly, you are asking if a 2001 Land Rover merits a $675 repair?? Of course ...
shift motor/encoder motor4/17/2007
  Q: how do i install a shift motor /encoder motor in a 2003 range rover ?
  A: The simple explanation is: You unbolt the motor from the rear of the transfer case, wriggle it out, ...
eas4/17/2007
  Q: i was driving and back right started getting lower after 1 min eas slow 35mph came up any way had it ...
  A: You've got a leak somewhere - line, bag, valve body. Or the driver module could be bad. Or several ...
Range Rover County LWB Drivetrain Clunking4/15/2007
  Q: Let me try to make this as short as possible. Cluncking and grinding from drivetrain somewhere. ...
  A: Anything you suggest is possible. I really don't like to guess on noises over the Internet. Some ...
1999 Land Rover Transmission4/13/2007
  Q: The transmission on my 1999 Land Rover will not engage until about 5 minutes down the road. I'll ...
  A: The problem is almost certainly inside the transmission. If your car were in our shop, we'd pull ...
re-booting repaired landrover4/13/2007
  Q: My 1998 Landrover Discovery lost its ribbed belt and over-heated. It shut itself down immediately. ...
  A: If you lost the belt and drove until the engine quit there is a high liklihood that the motor has ...
LR Discovery purge valve(charcoal canister)4/13/2007
  Q: John- outstanding site! my ? is my 96 discovery doesnt have any connection on the purge valve.The ...
  A: The purge system has nothing to do with the vehicle starting hard. My best suggestion for the hose ...
2000 Range Rover 4.0 "sunroof not set"4/12/2007
  Q: I can hand crank the sunroof fully open, use the switch to close it and it works, and will even ...
  A: To set the roof, run it all the way shut with the switch, then press, release, and hold 2-3 seconds. ...
2001 LR Disco II purchase??4/12/2007
  Q: Greetings! I'm writing to ask your opinion about purchasing a 2001 Land Rover Discovery II with ...
  A: There are a number of articles on this topic on my web site, www.robisonservice.com > service > land ...
Doors won't opn4/11/2007
  Q: I have LR Disco 97 & first my back door on the driver's side would not open unless I held up the ...
  A: First, I never suggested replacement of hinges for the problem you are describing. I do think you ...
2002 Freelander Ignition Failure4/11/2007
  Q: I have a 6cyl Freelander that I have had the 60K and 72K service performed by a dealer. Current ...
  A: The one sentence answer: Find a qualified repair facility. I have been a Land Rover service ...
No Reverse in 2002 Landrover Freelander4/10/2007
  Q: I have a 2002 LR Freelander. Last week i paid $1800 to have a "drive transfer case" replaced. I ...
  A: I'm sorry to hear of your troubles. You probably needed an exchange gearbox to begin with, but you ...
over heating4/9/2007
  Q: I have a 2000 Discovery II and the temp control has been running in the red lately. I am wondering ...
  A: First - if you have been driving with the needle in the red, there is a good chance you have done ...
Discovery Td5 interior4/8/2007
  Q: Have read your previous comments re dash cupholder - any idea where on www I can buy a replacement ...
  A: Here in the USA, for the 2003 model year, Land Rover supplied cup holders that fastened to the edges ...
Brake Problems4/7/2007
  Q: We just purchased a 1990 Range Rover County with the 3.9 and auto trans. The brakes on it are very ...
  A: It sounds like the electric pump that provides boost pressure has lost power, or burned out. Or you ...
freelander vibration.4/7/2007
  Q: I just bought a 2003 freelander and I have lots of vibrations. The vibrations only happen above the ...
  A: I doubt if the engine mounts alone would cause this problem, but it's really a matter for a skilled ...
leaking intake manifold gasket4/7/2007
  Q: I just replaced a leaking intake manifold gasket. 3 hours after the installation the service engine ...
  A: Without seeing your truck, there's no way to answer that question. Get an obd ii scanner and see ...
96 DISCO CAM POSITION SENSOR4/7/2007
  Q: I RECENTLY CHANGED THE BATTERY ON MY DISCO AND STRANGE THINGS ARE HAPPENING : FIRST: CHECK ENGINE ...
  A: The cam sensor is located above the crank pulley. Since the code comes back, I'd say you should ...
Freelander S 20024/5/2007
  Q: John...Door lock problem. The passenger side doors will lock with the remote and the dash switch, ...
  A: The latches themselves are almost certainly bad. The power lock/unlock mechanism is part of the ...
Door locks won't unlock all the way4/5/2007
  Q: 1995 Landrover Discovery, over the last few months first the driver side back, then driver side ...
  A: On an older Discovery the problem is probably lack of lubrication. You may be able to spray ...
Crank Shaft4/5/2007
  Q: the crank shaft on my 2001 V6 Freelander (65,000)broke and now needs a whole new engine. Do you ...
  A: I'm sorry to say that it does not make any difference what I think a car maker should do. They do ...
gasses leaking around valve4/4/2007
  Q: 1995 Discovery 3.9 V8 5 speed. for about 3 weeks I have had a steadily increasing leak around the ...
  A: Any leakage around the valves requires cylinder head removal. But I am not sure that's what you are ...
transmission problems4/3/2007
  Q: I have have a 1994 Discovery with a V8/automatic. I have two problems. The fisrt, is when I put in ...
  A: It is possible that both your troubles stem from improper adjustment. The gearshift lever is ...
Range Rover Sunroof4/3/2007
  Q: I recently bought a 2001 DHSE and the Sunroof seems to be possessed ! Works fine on tilt but will ...
  A: The tracks that the roof slides on break. To fix this problem, you drop the headliner and unbolt ...
2001 Disco II4/3/2007
  Q: i have a couple questions for you: *Do all 2001 Disco II's come stock with the airbags which can ...
  A: 1) Discovery II models do not have air suspension that can raise and lower the car. Discovery II ...
3.9V8 EFI4/2/2007
  Q: My 3.9V8 EFI will not start. I have fuel, a spark and the engine turns over fast. If we tow and bump ...
  A: The factory workshop manual has a step by step procedure to troubleshoot this condition using hand ...
1995 Land Rover Discovery Idling Rough4/2/2007
  Q: We recently obtained a '95 Discovery 3.9L w/ 145k and have discovered that when it is warmed up it ...
  A: I'd recommend you find a good Land Rover service facility and have them evaluate your truck and then ...
97 discovery4/1/2007
  Q: my wife was backing out of driveway and stop,she put it in park and left the engine running and ...
  A: That can happen if you park on a hill and bind the cable. You can end up damaging the gear change ...
garage door opener4/1/2007
  Q: i have an 01 land rover disco series2 how do i program the garage door opener,,,,,
  A: In brief, you push and hold the button you want to program till the LED starts to blink. Then you ...
codes P0150,P0174,P11743/31/2007
  Q: I took my 2003 discovery for valve cover gasket replacement about 4 months ago, few weeks after my ...
  A: You may not like hearing this, but I suggest you find a qualified shop to look at your truck and see ...
Land Rover Discovery 98'3/28/2007
  Q: When I enter my code to reset my radio it does not work. but sometimes the word code flashes on the ...
  A: It means you have the wrong code, or the radio is broken. First step is to pull the radio and have ...
diagnosis3/28/2007
  Q: We have a '97 LR Disco. If we take it to the dealer for a "check engine light" diagnosis, will ...
  A: The 97 Disco has computer aided diagnostics for engine, airbags, ABS brakes, and security alarm. ...
01 rr hse code P04523/28/2007
  Q: My RR has been throwing this code on and off for over a year now and I had my fuel pump which ...
  A: I do not think the pressure regulator or cannister will have anything to do with that. The ECU? ...
overheating3/28/2007
  Q: my 1995 land rover discovery is running hot. The temp. gauge stays between hot and cold. After ...
  A: Well, it could be either. It could also be a clogged radiator or even a blown head gasket. And ...
2002 td5 disco TD5 Rear Half shafts3/27/2007
  Q: i need some help with a 2002 td5 disco TD5 Rear Half shafts i can not undo the 32mm nut in the ...
  A: There is nothing to "check" in the rear hub bearings on a DII. They are expensive sealed units that ...
Ignition problem3/27/2007
  Q: I am the unlucky owner of a 95 Disco- thought I might give it a tune up- so I changed the cap, ...
  A: It certainly sounds like you made a mistake installing those parts. The most likely problem is the ...
97 landrover dicoverywill not start3/26/2007
  Q: My 97 dis will not start.the service engine light came on and it sounds like it it just is not ...
  A: When any car does not start, you begin with the basics. Does it have spark? Does it have fuel? ...
03 red discovery electrtical gremlins3/26/2007
  Q: John: You saw my car recently on a diagnostic visit. To summarize: The truck has 76k miles on it. ...
  A: Those chemical cures are nothing but a temporary fix. The heat and pressure at the liners is just ...
1996 RR 4.0 - Trailer Hitch Electrical3/25/2007
  Q: Long story made short.....After an accident my rear bumpers were replaced. Body shop provided the ...
  A: I can't help with a diagram . . .if that truck was here in our shop we would just puzzle it out with ...
01 rr hse code P04523/25/2007
  Q: My RR has been throwing this code on and off for over a year now and I had my fuel pump which ...
  A: That code points to a problem with your evaporative control system. The only tester I know that has ...
cam belt timing marks3/24/2007
  Q: How can i find these out> We need to replace the cam belt on a 98 freelander. thanks
  A: Marks are on the cams and housing. But there's more to it than that. Replacement of the timing belt ...
L/R extreme abs/trc3/23/2007
  Q: I have a 2001 Defender 110 extreme with trc/abs.The dash warning lights for trc/abs are on most of ...
  A: I'm afraid you will have to trust the opinion of properly trained specialists on this one. The only ...
96 disco starter let go?3/22/2007
  Q: hey John, I own a 96 disco. recently when driving it I would hear a tick-tick-tick sound comming ...
  A: The whine noise is probably the sound of a failed starter. I'd start there, and check for an ...
Alternator3/22/2007
  Q: Can you repair a 1995 Discovery alternator
  A: We normally install new ones, as opposed to repairing old ones. There are auto electric shops that ...
Just purchased 1999 Disco ES3/20/2007
  Q: Only two questions....the SLS seems to be working fine as we can see the rear of the car raise and ...
  A: First, I will start by saying that your lean may be the result of accident damage or twisting of the ...
1999 lr discovery 23/20/2007
  Q: rover smells hot temp gauges are all normal. no warning lights come on but radiator hoses and engine ...
  A: I suggest finding an expert to look at this right away. There's no way I can judge if it's hot or ...
eng light stays on3/20/2007
  Q: i have a 1996 landrover se the problem is that the read out code tells me that its the ignition ...
  A: 1996 Land Rovers don't have "ignition control systems." I suspect the person who told you that was ...
Land Rover Discovery II Horn Button Replacement3/19/2007
  Q: I know that this sight stated that you posted at some time in the past the procedure to replace the ...
  A: I have posted those instructions before, and I don't have them in electronic form here. I really ...
discovery v8 immobiliser3/19/2007
  Q: My 1996 Discovery 3.9 V8 has developed an immobiliser problem. Periodically it wouldn't demmobilise, ...
  A: If you have a US market Rover, you probably need a new alarm ecu, which will have to be set up at ...
4.0 liter v8 disco3/18/2007
  Q: heads pressure tested.ok gaskets ok,engine block pressure tested twice [by my request]liner has been ...
  A: My guess is that your machinist is missing something through lack of experience on these trucks. ...
Keyless Entry Discovery 993/18/2007
  Q: I have a 1999 Landrover Discovery II. I was wondering if you know how i could program the keyless ...
  A: All programming of the Land Rover DII remotes has to be done with the Land Rover test system ( a t4, ...
remote door opener3/18/2007
  Q: I have a 99 dico 2, how do you program a new remote ( alarm) opener? TX
  A: All programming of the Land Rover DII remotes has to be done with the Land Rover test system ( a t4, ...
99 LR Discov/Elec prob3/15/2007
  Q: While driving down the road my entire system in the vehicle...engine, lights the whole works ...
  A: My guess is that you have a problem with the cables from the battery, the alternator, or to and from ...
Land Rover Freelander Sunroof not working3/15/2007
  Q: I am sure that this questions has been addressed. My 2002 HSE Freelander's sunroof is in the closed ...
  A: Land Rover's web site, www.landrovertechinfo.com , contains schematics, parts location pictures, and ...
2000 disco 23/13/2007
  Q: Joey Bristol, va -----Answer----- It sounds like you have three separate issues, and you could be ...
  A: My suggestion was that you find a qualified shop to address all three concerns. The only thing ...
2000 disco 23/13/2007
  Q: I recently bought a lr disco series 2 and the "3 amigos" are appearing and sometimes my rear ...
  A: It sounds like you have three separate issues, and you could be looking at $1,000+ in repairs. My ...
Coolant leak3/12/2007
  Q: I have a '99 Disco II and I have been refilling the coolant reservoir bi-monthly the entire winter. ...
  A: You are going to have to find someone who can pressure test the system to be sure, but you probably ...
break fluid replacement Land Rover Discovery 2 20013/12/2007
  Q: I have a 2001 Discovery 2 and want to replace the brake fluid completely. What is the correct ...
  A: On the Discovery II models you need the factory test system to activate the ABS pump if you want to ...
Shift Lever3/11/2007
  Q: I have 1995 Land Rover Discovery. I have a problem with starting the vehicle. I had recent rebuilt ...
  A: The vehicle is held in park until the brake is pressed with the key on. The brake light switch also ...
96 Disco Alarm System3/9/2007
  Q: Disco alarm system is haywire. Fob sometimes works, sometimes doesn't. sometimes I can hear relays ...
  A: I would install a fully charged battery, or charge the battery you have. If the fob won't release ...
electrical3/8/2007
  Q: I had the alt. checked 3 times and was told that its goodI have a 1996 Disco SE7 and all the lights ...
  A: If the lights flicker when the truck is running, but not when it's off, there is either a problem in ...
1997 Land Rover Disco3/7/2007
  Q: Door locks quit working, will not start after pulling fuse on door locks and alarm system it started ...
  A: I think you've got a failure in your security controller. You are going to need a dealer or ...
2000 LR Disco II Engine BIG problem2/27/2007
  Q: Last Friday my Discovery overheated twice. I had to fully refill the coolant reservoir. I did not ...
  A: You have a serious problem anytime coolant mixes with the oil. It's important to take the motor ...
Disco Starting Problems2/27/2007
  Q: I have a problem with my 1988 Discovery that may simply be a fauly battery but here in Bosnia its ...
  A: Your first step should be to determine that you've got at least 10.5 volts between the power lug on ...
handbrake on discovery2/22/2007
  Q: can you help me by telling me how to adjust the handbrake on a td5 the hand brake comes all the way ...
  A: Yes. On the park brake drum (on the rear of the transfer case) you will see a square headed ...
range rover2/21/2007
  Q: hey john my name is max and the same thing that happened to ur range rover happened to mine transfer ...
  A: If you are stuck far from home you can unscrew the electric range change motor from the rear of the ...
1999 range rover transmission problems2/21/2007
  Q: I am wirting this follow up question due to the fact that i have now taken my range rover to the ...
  A: I'm sorry but there is nothing I can suggest you can do from home. With what you've told me the ...
Repairs and Maintance2/19/2007
  Q: I'm considering purchasing a Rover 4.0 SE (2000) and would like to know what to expect in the terms ...
  A: Simple answer: Budget $2000-4000 per year for upkeep, depending upon how run-down the truck is. ...
discovery series 2 v82/16/2007
  Q: John apart from the crank and rods are the two motors identicalThanks John for your prompt answer ,i ...
  A: There are three different Land Rover engines - 14cux, GEMS, and Bosch. The names refer to the ...
discovery series 2 v82/15/2007
  Q: i have been offered a new bare 4.6 block for 2000 dollars . Is it the same as the 4.0 liter block?? ...
  A: $2000 is a suspiciously cheap price for a new block. It should work but make sure of what you are ...
2000 LR Discovery2/14/2007
  Q: I moved to a small city in Texas and they are not too familiar with LR's. At the local shop they ...
  A: The problem has NOT been corrected. If is was, the lights would go out on their own. I have no ...
discovery series 2 v82/14/2007
  Q: John i have read many of your articles on slipped engine liners overheating etc,of the 4.0 liter v8 ...
  A: Usually with situations like yours we find cracks in the block behind the liner. The cure is to ...
Service engine light2/12/2007
  Q: I have a 2001 4.6 SE, the service engine light came on when the dealer ran the gas tank to low, or ...
  A: The light is on because there's a problem. If there is no problem, the light would have gone off. ...
ecu / gear box2/12/2007
  Q: 99 range 4.6hse if i put it in D it will not go any where. its like as if it was in neutral. in ...
  A: I think you may have two failures. The failure to go when you put the truck in gear is probably a ...
rear suspension system2/10/2007
  Q: i recently sent you these two questions: "Expert: John Robison Date: 2/5/2007 Subject: rear ...
  A: Well, Debbie, my suggestion about waiting for warm weather was not without merit. Lots of air ...
transmission2/8/2007
  Q: driving on freeway and accidently shifted to neutral and the motor shuts off, so i COASTED TO THE ...
  A: Shifting a car into neutral while driving does not cause anything else to heppen. I suspect there ...
1999 range rover transmission problems2/8/2007
  Q: i have a 1999 range rover 4.0 SE, i recently replaced the trasmission AND THE SHIFTER ASSEMBLY in it ...
  A: You have already expended a great deal of money guessing. I strongly suggest you find a dealer or ...
wont start clicks2/6/2007
  Q: I have a serious problem my 97 range Rover 4.0 was running fine I stopped at Home depot came out it ...
  A: You can try banging the starter, and you can check for power at the starter solenoid wire. If there ...
rear suspension system2/5/2007
  Q: I was just that there's a possibility that there might be ice in the valves and that is why it is ...
  A: If that is the case you can simply wait for warmer weather. There are de-icers sold for air brake ...
1998 Land Rover Disco1/30/2007
  Q: I have three simple questions (hopefully): 1. My right passenger window slipped off track. Please ...
  A: 1. My right passenger window slipped off track. Please give me instructions on how to fix it. You ...
03RR elctrical1/27/2007
  Q: I am a big fan of yours! Thanks for allowing all of us to use your knowledge on these boards. My RR ...
  A: Your 03 Rover is so complex that I am sure your problems are unrelated. There is very little you ...
BeCM for Power Sunroof1/27/2007
  Q: 2001 Range Rover, I checked to see why my car remain Sunroof Open, after a manual close. the power ...
  A: The BECM does control the sunroof. What I would do is find a shop with the proper Rover test system ...
all wheel drive not working1/25/2007
  Q: I realize what you are saying, but, several months ago I threw a front u-joint, thought I might be ...
  A: OK, your info makes things clearer . . The beep means the transfer case is in neutral. The reason ...
all wheel drive not working1/24/2007
  Q: My 96 disco 1 is only working in front wheel drive, I tried to engage the diff lock yesterday and ...
  A: I think you are misunderstanding what is happening in your truck. You have an all wheel drive ...
95 Disco / cranking & flooding &won't start1/24/2007
  Q: I bought my 95 Disco in Aug 2006 and was very proud of it...until the problems started one after ...
  A: If I am reading you right, you have fuel, and you have spark. Do you have compression? I'm ...
Change rear brake pads for 2004 Land Rover Discovery II in Canada1/23/2007
  Q: I want to DIY to change the rear brake pads for my 2004 Land Rover Discovery II in Canada, can you ...
  A: There is no special trick to changing your rear brake pads. You remove the wheel, unscrew the ...
land rover radio color codes1/22/2007
  Q: Do you know what each of the colors on the factory radio wiring harness correspond to? I have a 2000 ...
  A: I'm sorry but I don't know the wire harness colors. I do know where to look them up, though. For ...
Cracked Engine Block 04 Disco1/19/2007
  Q: we've been told that our 04 Discovery with 40,000 Miles has a cracked engine block. The vehicle is ...
  A: Cracked blocks are usually a result of freezing because the coolant has been diluted with water. I ...
Disco Starting Problems1/18/2007
  Q: I have a 1996 Discovery and have been having starting problems. Here is the situation. When the ...
  A: Reading your description I think you may have one of two problems: 1) The coolant temp sensor may ...
Changing the Thermostat 99 Disco II1/18/2007
  Q: I purchased a new Thermostat for my 99 Disco II because the temperature began to rise while my car ...
  A: The thermostat is located in the hose to the lower radiator. If you need step by step instrustions ...
95 Disco does not go in reverse1/18/2007
  Q: Just changed the auto tranny oil, Dextron 3 and now no reverse. OUCH. For a while it was very slow ...
  A: Sound like it's time to pull the transmission for overhaul. There are no external causes of that ...
T-Box reseal1/17/2007
  Q: I took my just purchased 2003 Landrover Discovery SE to the dealer because there was leakage in my ...
  A: It is rare for transfer cases to leak so much they leave spots. But it can happen. I'd just make ...
Electrical @ transmision1/17/2007
  Q: I have 1997 Range rover and I was trying to fix the signal light, I added a couple of missing fuses, ...
  A: That's a good question. I remember hearing (at Land Rover service training) that you could insert a ...
99' disco II1/17/2007
  Q: i will try to keep this as short as possible. okay, my 99 disco has 100000 miles on it. about 3 ...
  A: If teh car runs hot and took a gallon of coolant you have a serious leak that needs to be addressed ...
Hesitation at 80 kph and 200rpm1/16/2007
  Q: I have a 96 disco se7 and I am trying to fix a hesitation problem. It started as my idle was really ...
  A: Guessing and changing parts gets expensive fast. I suggest you find a Land Rover specialist who can ...
3.9 efi head gaskets (1991 Range Rover)1/16/2007
  Q: I have a blown head gasket and am currently in the process of replacing it. The original is the ...
  A: Usually we end up resurfacing the cylinder heads to make them flat again. The few thousandths you ...
disco 2 traction control1/14/2007
  Q: I recently drove through a field that ive driven through before and this time got stuck,all that ...
  A: Does your Disco II have 4-wheel traction control? Later model DIIs in the USA do, but in other ...
96 Disco Heater Matrix1/14/2007
  Q: Regarding my 96 Disco, I was towing my boat last week and hot water started dripping on my foot and ...
  A: The o-ring situation you describe is on Range Rovers, not Dicscoveries. If you are leaking hot ...
2002 Land rover Disc1/13/2007
  Q: I have 43000 k miles on this vehicle and have kept it serviced. For some reason the ABS light and ...
  A: You are going to need to find a dealer or an independent workshop with the T4, Autologic, or Ravacom ...
ZF 4hp22 transmission 1989 range rover classic1/10/2007
  Q: I have a customer coming in that was experiencing a no shift into 4th the other morning when it was ...
  A: Whatever it is, is inside the gearbox. The fluid is full and normal looking, right? You know to ...
1998 Disco failure to downshift automatically1/10/2007
  Q: My Disco is not downshifting when climbing hills. Mountains, really, since we live at 7200 ft elv. ...
  A: I don't know what kind of diagnosis your local garage did, because there is no computer control for ...
2001 Range Rover Sunroof open water leak1/10/2007
  Q: I have a 2001 Range Rover, and I get dashboard message Sunroof open, but I cannot seem to get the ...
  A: If the roof does not close properly, even with the key, it probably has a problem with the drive ...
96 disco hesitates1/10/2007
  Q: Hey John, My 96 disco starts out fine but after about 30 miles of driving she begins to hesitate ...
  A: There is a good chance you have intermittent sticky valves inside the motor. You may want to go to ...
Discovery 1997. auto fuel comsuption1/9/2007
  Q: Previously I had a Disco 1 95, manual which average diesel consumption was 9,5 to 10 km per lire. ...
  A: I think your fuel consumption is a bit low based upon my own experience. Outside of good fuel, ...
2004 security system1/9/2007
  Q: I bought a 2004 Range Rover that was a stolen recovery. We had to replace the key, key switch ...
  A: First of all, the car is not going to start with the new parts until you use the T4 test system to ...
Gems or Bosch. Which is the better engine1/8/2007
  Q: What is the difference between the GEMS & the Bosch engine? Which is better? Thank you for your ...
  A: GEMS is the engine management system that was used from 1995 to the middle of the 1999 model year. ...
Service Engine soon light1/7/2007
  Q: 2001 Range Rover HSE 4.6 I was driving down the highway yesterday and the check engine soon light ...
  A: There is nothing anyone can do unless you know what fault codes are stored in the engine management ...
turning radius1/6/2007
  Q: I own a 2001 discovery SE7. When lock the steering clockwise the turning radius is ok. When I lock ...
  A: Something must be bent or misaligned - probably from a prior accident, The turn radius should be ...
96 LR Disco sputtering in cold temps1/6/2007
  Q: I have 125,000 miles on what has been a very reliable Disco, but have a nagging problem with the ...
  A: The problem you describe could be valves, or it could be ignition wires, or a number of other ...
Disco 2000 rear suspension - air1/6/2007
  Q: So is the fluid leak a major issue or something that can be fixed cheaply, relating to where the ...
  A: There is no way for me to say how big a deal the leak is - you will have to have a workshop look at ...
changing spark plug wires on Disco series 21/5/2007
  Q: I am changing plug wires on 99 series 2, do you have to take the air plenum off to do this? Can you ...
  A: In response to your first question - you must remove the intake to access the plug wires. It's a 3+ ...
Disco 2000 rear suspension - air1/5/2007
  Q: couple of questions, related to the sinking in the rear suspension, when the car was on it took ...
  A: The yellow fluid leak is probably oil from the transmission or transfer case. It has nothing to do ...
2003 RR On Board computer problem1/5/2007
  Q: The controls will work (although you can't see anything) the radio, cd player etc will work for ...
  A: I have never seen that trouble in a Rnage Rover, but our company also services BMW and I've seen it ...
dash light (SRS)1/4/2007
  Q: I am facing problem with my SRS LIGHT. I tried to disconnect the battery pole unfortunately it would ...
  A: The only way to clear an SRS light is with the special Land Rover test systems - Autologic, Rovacom, ...
Clearing Fault Codes1/3/2007
  Q: Is the dealer the only person that can clear fault codes. Thanks in advance
  A: If you have a 1995 or older Rover, the engine fault codes will be cleared by unhooking the battery. ...
Diagnostic Code1/3/2007
  Q: My 2000 RR 4.6 HSE failed inspection due to 2 fault codes p0133 and p0134 however my service engine ...
  A: If the faults occurred some time ago but are no longer active the light could be off and the codes ...
Heated Seat for Driver not working1/3/2007
  Q: My 2000 Range Rover 4.6 HSE, heated driver seat not working. How can I repair?
  A: Almost always, the problem with Rover heated seats is a break in the electric heating element in the ...
Land Rover wont turn over!1/3/2007
  Q: I have a 1995 Disco. Today i went to start it and it just didnt do anything, i have installed new ...
  A: Before you install the starter it would be wise to check to see if there is power on the big cable ...
Discovery II SLS1/2/2007
  Q: My 1999 Disco II has started venting its rear AirSuspension for no apparent reason, other than ...
  A: If the hissing comes from the rear I'd guess there is a leak in one of the suspension air bags. If ...
Discovery series I or II????1/2/2007
  Q: my name is Jason and i am currently on the market for a used LR discovery. I like both the series I ...
  A: The Discovery II is quite an improvement over the Discovery I. I recommend the newer truck. If you ...
ignition coil1/2/2007
  Q: how involved is pulling intake besides removing 4 bolts on top of intake and thank you for your ...
  A: There is quite a bit around it - the throttle body; the throttel body heater hoses; alternator may ...
Discovery Starting Problem1/1/2007
  Q: For the 7 years we've owned our 1997 Discovery we have had an intermittent starting problem which is ...
  A: I suggest you find a shop with the proper Land Rover test system and have them monitor the live data ...
2002 Discovery12/30/2006
  Q: When I start my Disco sometimes it won't crank until my husband sprays starter fluid on the ...
  A: I'm not sure where you are in the world, and your Discovery may be different from mine. Here in the ...
Water Leakage12/30/2006
  Q: The windshield has the defroster coils in it and I'm sure is very expensive. Would a repair center ...
  A: I am sorry to report that windshields are glued in place and it's almost impossible to get the old ...
Clutch no working L/R 110 198612/30/2006
  Q: Have a 1986 L/R 110, in last few days there does not seem to be any pressure when you put in the ...
  A: Check the clutch fluid reservoir - it's small and hidden back by the firewall, behind the brake ...
Auxiliary Power Outlet12/29/2006
  Q: I would like to connect an auxiliary power outlet to my 2001 LR Discovery to power a satellite ...
  A: If you are only powering a satellite radio I suggest you pull the cigarette lighter and tap into the ...
Land Rover Disc ll Battery or charging problem12/29/2006
  Q: This is really helpful cause I could not find the draw at stand-by. I just want to make sure that ...
  A: 0.05 is your target number. Let me put that in perspective with more explanation. Let's say your ...
Disco Sunroof Leaks12/28/2006
  Q: John, I have a 2001 Disco - LOVE It!! But the front sunroof leaks. After reading all the others ...
  A: I'd guess that your problem is actually the windshield seal, or it's the sunroof drain tubes, which ...
3 amigos12/27/2006
  Q: The day before I am about to trade my Disco II the ABS, Traction Control, and Descent Control lights ...
  A: You are going to have to find a dealer or an independent shop with Rovacom, Autologic, or T4 test ...
Disco 2 Cruise Control Surging12/27/2006
  Q: I have a 2003 Disco 2. When I set the cruise control it feels like it is surging. Any ideas?
  A: Surging but not cutting out . . . you should check the vacuum hoses for cracks. Otherwise there is ...
Land Rover Disc ll Battery or charging problem12/27/2006
  Q: I'm having some problem with my Discovery 2001, petrol 4.0. My first question my explain my other. ...
  A: Never unhook the battery while your vehicle is running - the electrical transients can do thousands ...
Freelander Td4 blue smoke12/27/2006
  Q: My 2002 Freelander Td4 has started blowing blue smoke under exceleration. The smoke has a oil ...
  A: The level of oil consumption you describe is normal. Engines like yours can use 1 litre of oil in ...
Starting the Engine after a heavy rainfall12/26/2006
  Q: That is correct. I park it outside and it starts every single day when it is dry or even after light ...
  A: You may be able to fix it yourself if you are handy. Take apart and clean all the heavy wire ...
Starting the Engine after a heavy rainfall12/26/2006
  Q: I have a 1995 Discovery and it starts and runs fine. In fact, everything was checked out about a ...
  A: If I understand you correctly - the car will not crank when wet. Is that right? If so, I suggest ...
2002 discovery low oil pressure12/26/2006
  Q: I have a 4.0 discovery with low oil pressure, only 5lbs at idle. The rod and main bearings have ...
  A: Depending upon the oil used, 5psi may be a normal warm oil pressure for your Rover. With 0-40 ...
2001 Disco12/26/2006
  Q: I had the electrical brain replaced about a year ago. What happened was my Traction Control, ABS, ...
  A: First, the modulator is not the brain. The brain, called the SLABS ECU, is inside the vehicle. The ...
Disco overheating12/25/2006
  Q: am sure you have probably covered this somewhere, but maybe you have an update on it. I own a disco ...
  A: Your negative response to this statement leads me to think you thought it was some kind of trick or ...
2002 Freelander starting problems12/24/2006
  Q: A few weeks ago I bought a used, certified-by-the-dealer 2002 Freelander with 40,000 miles. I read ...
  A: It could be a problem with the starter, or a problem with the starter relay, neutral switch, ...
how do I clear service engine soon lights12/24/2006
  Q: While driving up I-70 in my used 2002 Land Rover Freelander after a skiing trip in Colorado the car ...
  A: If the problem you corrected was the only problem there was, the light will go out on its own after ...
96 Discovery won't start12/24/2006
  Q: Just did a motor swap, bought a new starter, engine won't turn. The Hayyne's repair manual is no ...
  A: You may have a basic problem, like not hooking up the starter, starter relay, neutral switch, etc. ...
Freelander ABS/TC/HDC lights on!12/23/2006
  Q: I have a problem with my 99 freelander,and the dealer said that was a problem with the modulator ...
  A: In response to your three questions: 1) Some faults can be repaired while others call for a new ...
Service Engine Soon light12/23/2006
  Q: I recently had my 60k service done on my 2002 Land Rover Discovery. After I had the vehicle back ...
  A: If it runs OK and the light is not flashing you are probably OK to take a trip. If you have a life ...
1995 Discovery ABS Light is on12/22/2006
  Q: I just purchased a 1995 Discovery to tinker with. I believe I have a problem with the ABS system ...
  A: If you go to www.discoweb.org you can search the articles to read how to jump wires and read faults ...
Service Engine Soon12/22/2006
  Q: I just bought a 1999 Range Rover about a month and a half ago. All the recalls on the vehicle ...
  A: There is no fuse for the light. If they cleared the codes, there was some kind of problem. What ...
Change of brakes12/22/2006
  Q: The ABS lights on my dash with intermittance since I changed front rotors and pads. What is it ...
  A: If the light is on after changing pads the pads you fitted may be making an untrasonic sqeal when ...
99 4.6 HSE12/22/2006
  Q: My 99 RR HSE came up with a EAS fault while my wife was driving today and it won't clear itself. ...
  A: Wayne, I'm afraid there is nothing you can do to diagnose that system yourself. You need a workshop ...
lights12/21/2006
  Q: The dashlights are out,right turn sinals are blinking fast,and the right rear night ligt is out. ...
  A: The dash lights could be a fuse, the dimmer control, or the bulbs. Have to take it apart and test ...
Landrover Disc TD5 2002 ABS/TC/HDC lights on!!12/21/2006
  Q: The dealer said that they placed the diagnostic unit on the system and it came up Modulator failure. ...
  A: The actual fault we install the repair kit for is "shuttle valve failure." There is no such code as ...
Landrover Disc TD5 2002 ABS/TC/HDC lights on!!12/21/2006
  Q: I previously wrote and you directed me to a solution which had just been released from Landrover to ...
  A: I have installed a number of modulator repair kits in customer vehicles over this year, and I have ...
Intermittent faults central locking DISCO112/20/2006
  Q: Intermittent failure opening the doors and start the engine. I do have a challenge to you. The ...
  A: Have you replaced the alarm controller? Your idea about grounding a starter relay sounds good, but ...
New Brakes12/20/2006
  Q: I was at the a land rover dealership and they said I was getting close to needing new brakes. He ...
  A: It is indeed customary for dealers to replace brake pads and rotors together. If you do that, the ...
97 RR Engine start12/20/2006
  Q: During cold and damp weather my 97 Range Rover is hard to start and will only travel about 30 MPH ...
  A: Reading your story, it sounds like the check engine light must be on. If so, I suggest you find a ...
Land Rover12/19/2006
  Q: my garage guy told me that my 94 disco is NOT full time 4 wheel, but instead on normal roads, it's ...
  A: If your garage believes your Rover is 2 wheel drive on normal roads I suggest you look for a more ...
Service Engine Soon Light12/19/2006
  Q: The service engine soon light just came on last night and my question is if I need to take it to the ...
  A: If the light is on but not flashing, it means your problem is minor. It may cost a lot to fix, or ...
No heat12/19/2006
  Q: I have a 99 disco that only has heat while you drive. I can have running idle for an hour and still ...
  A: It sounds like you have a coolant leak and there is air in the heater core. That's why you hear the ...
2000 land rover discovery II12/17/2006
  Q: drove my truck yesterday and all was well. My boyfriend programmed the truck to open the garage door ...
  A: When the key is left in the ignition the body control computer does not power down. If your battery ...
Discovery 199712/17/2006
  Q: I am getting a check engine light and an OBD reading of P1317 The ABS warning light comes on ...
  A: The two faults you mention both pertain to ABS. The engine fault means the ABS system is not ...
Fan removal12/17/2006
  Q: Trying to remove the fan from the water pump. Fitted correct spanner and have welted it hard many ...
  A: We have a special Land Roer tool to hold it so we can turn it. If you don't have the tool you can ...
Freelander struggles to start (Diesel)12/16/2006
  Q: I have a 2002 tdi freelander that really struggles to start in the mornings. It is not cold where I ...
  A: Glow plugs are very easy to test. If the dealer tested them, there will be no benefit to new ones. ...
unable to access ECU12/16/2006
  Q: I have Land Rover Discovery 1995 and i try to read the diagnostic but it's unable to access vehicle ...
  A: Your 1995 Land Rover has several different diagnostic plugs, each of which connects to a different ...
2001 Disco 2 TDI noise when accelerating12/16/2006
  Q: Over the past month we have noticed a loud high pitched noise when accelerating. Seems to go away ...
  A: The noise could really be many things. I suggest you find a local Land Rover specialist and take ...
Passenger Door lock12/16/2006
  Q: I have a 2002 LR Discovery. The passenger side door lock will lock with the key fob when I press it ...
  A: You almost certainly have a bad door latch, a $200 part inside the door that will take 1.5 to 2 ...
Check Engine Light12/15/2006
  Q: I just purchased a 1995 Disco. The check engine, ABS and SRS lights are on. How can I retrieve the ...
  A: There is no reliable way to retrieve ABS and SRS codes at home. You will need an independent shop ...
Range Rover 9612/14/2006
  Q: i just replaced the battery and took it to a shop to have it inspected when i went to drive it off ...
  A: Sometimes the electric motors that shift the transfer case jam from lack of use. You may be able to ...
1988 110 Defender Ignition barrel12/14/2006
  Q: My existing barrel has a Lucus 162SA five terminal switch. I can only purchase a four terminal Lucas ...
  A: We don't use those switches in my country, so I'm afraid I don't know the answer right off. Ask ...
misfire12/14/2006
  Q: 1997 disco on trips of 25 miles or more the car misfires often around town its never a ...
  A: If the car is really missing, and you drive it while missing for a few minutes, a fault code will be ...
engine runs rough12/13/2006
  Q: I own a 2004 Discovery se , A few days ago it started running rough. It starts fine, and doesn't ...
  A: The car could have a mass air meter problem, bad ignition coils, failing wires . . .any number of ...
O2 Sensor12/13/2006
  Q: I have a 2001 Land Rover disco 2 I replaced four O 2 sensor at 70.000 miles after getting this four ...
  A: If you get those same codes with new sensors, I'd say the sensors are defective or there is a wiring ...
1998 range rover 4.0 SE wont crank12/12/2006
  Q: MY 1998 RANGE ROVER 4.0 SE WONT CRANK. I HAVE CHANGED THE BATTERY I HAD A DURALAST GOLD IN IT & I ...
  A: I assume you have done the basics - you have made sure the battery voltage is 12, the cables are ...
Freelander Timing Belt12/12/2006
  Q: I have a 2004 Freelander and was told that on a large percentage of them the timing belt needs to be ...
  A: On a gas engine Freelnader, the timing belt is due to be changed per the Land Rover service ...
Transmission on 94 Range Rover12/12/2006
  Q: I have a 94 Range Rover with 160000 miles. I have taken it to 2 transmission shops and recieved 2 ...
  A: My guess is that you have a problem inside the transmission. If your front drive shaft has play in ...
EAS problem12/11/2006
  Q: just had problems with my 1995 Land rover 4.0 it is now sitting on bump stops and will not raise at ...
  A: The air suspension can only be serviced by a specialist shop with tle Land Rover Autologic or T4 ...
ignition barrel12/10/2006
  Q: would you know to remove the ignition barrel?
  A: Most Land Rovers don't have a removable ignition barrel. They just have replaceable ignition ...
Won't start when damp12/8/2006
  Q: JOhn, Hey there. My 1995 Disco I will not start when it has rained, is raining, is really foggy or ...
  A: Your first step should be new plugs, wires, cap, and rotor if they are old. I suggest you get a ...
freelander driveshaft problem12/7/2006
  Q: Any advice on why passenger side driveshaft popping out when on full lock reverse,landrover said new ...
  A: You must have one of three problems . . .either the suspension is messed up and it's putting great ...
Discovery oil light, blown engine12/7/2006
  Q: I have a 2003 discovery, my problem is exactly what you described to some one else in a question ...
  A: Any Land Rover dealer can look up the bulletin from the information you cited. They should all know ...
95 discovery hesitates dies and surges12/6/2006
  Q: I can not seem to find the problem in my 95 disco. I have changed the throttle position sensor as ...
  A: The Land Rover workshop manual has step by step test instructions for all the fuel injection ...
abs/TC/hill decent lights & water leak12/6/2006
  Q: Truck is a 2001 Disco II. problem #1. I have had problems with the abs/TC/hill decent lights coming ...
  A: Ultrasonic vibration from aftermarket brake pads can cause ABS faults. The only way to know for ...
door and horn12/5/2006
  Q: ..I drive a 2002 disco 2 series, and I am having 2 problems. My horn stopped working, just won't ...
  A: There's not much you can do with the horn except check the fuse. The back door it probably ...
1997 disco very low compression in #3 cylinder only12/5/2006
  Q: it was very helpful.I'm sorry I have not responded sooner but I have been busy checking the items ...
  A: I've a few thoughts to offer: 1) 140k miles - we often can still see the hone marks in parts of the ...
1997 Discovery V812/4/2006
  Q: 1) At first start up in am when driving i can hear water under front pass side in dash. There is no ...
  A: With respect to the water gurgle . . check your coolant level. Air bubbles in the heater core make ...
no spark 1992 range rover12/4/2006
  Q: cranking engine starts slow then speeds up but no start. coil ht has no spark. primary leads read ...
  A: It sounds like you don't have power to the coil, or you have a failed amplifier or trigger (in the ...
Error Codes: P0171 & P017412/4/2006
  Q: I found out why my "Service Engine" light was on. A friend of mine has the tool to find the error ...
  A: Those codes mean your engine is running too lean on both sides. That could be a result of a vacuum ...
'95 Discovery Fuel Pump - Disc Won't Start12/4/2006
  Q: I have 1 94-95 Discovery I and I recently stalled while driving. I pulled off the road and could ...
  A: YOu need to check your basics - does the engine have fuel? Does it have spark? One or the othe ...
1996 Discovery - Service engine light12/3/2006
  Q: My service engine light has come on and has stayed on, I have a OBD II CODE reader tool, I checked ...
  A: The Service Engine light on a 1996 Disco is a timed reminder to perform emission service. It's not ...
1991 rangie classic cooling12/2/2006
  Q: Short of it 1991 rr classic 3.9 w/airco. Quite familiar with v8 mechanics new to lr/rr. Coolant ...
  A: You probably have a failed head gasket or a slipped liner in the engine block. You might want to ...
indicator lights12/2/2006
  Q: when my disco 200tdi is locked the indicator lights come on but dont flash.obviously this drains ...
  A: The alarm system in USA Land Rovers can only be accessed via the dealer T4 or the independent ...
2003 Range Rover Cup holder repair12/2/2006
  Q: It's actually the opposite of "stuck". When I push it down it won't click into place to whatever ...
  A: Well, they are not meant to be taken apart, so there are no instructions to do it. I've had good ...
Transmission or sensor12/2/2006
  Q: This evening, the first time the temp dropped below freezing, my 2000 disco II would not get out of ...
  A: I doubt if the mass air meter has anything to do with this. You should find a dealer or shop with ...
Range Rover12/1/2006
  Q: John Any idea what it might cost? or would it be smarter to do a complete rebuild mikeHello John I ...
  A: Here in New England, ZF would charge $1500-2000 for the transmission overhaul, plus the labor to ...
lights, lights, and more lights11/30/2006
  Q: last year after jumping a car, three lights on the dash remained on. Those are the ABS, TC and down ...
  A: The flashing M and S indicate a problem with the electronic transmission control. The ABS TC HDC ...
"Service Engine" Light comes on then off11/30/2006
  Q: My 2000 Discovery II service engine light comes on and then off within a week time. It came on ...
  A: Erika, the fact that the light is one some days and off others means the problem it's signalling is ...
03 disco remote programming11/29/2006
  Q: I bought a spare uncut remote key on ebay for my 03 discovery. I took it to the dealer and they said ...
  A: My own knowledge (our service department does keys and programming, too) is the same as your dealer. ...
Disco 1 EGR or ??? stalling on hot start11/29/2006
  Q: I have a '98 Disco 1, 4ltr and after a run and a short stop it will start but falter and run as ...
  A: Land Rovers don't use that EGR system. I have seen the valves stick, though, and they can backfire ...
Discovery Blinker Problem11/29/2006
  Q: I have a '96 Discovery and recently the blinkers have started acting strange. Some days they'll ...
  A: There are not too many possibilities for this problem. . . a new flasher unit . . . repairing ...
alarm11/28/2006
  Q: ..how do i take out or unplug the stock alarm or maybe the sensor or fuse...just to get rid of the ...
  A: If you have a US market Land Rover, you can't remove the stock alarm without also removing central ...
2001 Discovery SE "Service Engine" light11/28/2006
  Q: How do I turn off the "Service the Engine Soon" light?
  A: On your car, the light is on because there's a problem with how your engine is running. It may seem ...
01 disco11/28/2006
  Q: I don't mean to sound ingrateful, but I have worked on gm vehicles with the intake gasket leaks, I ...
  A: The Dex-Cool problems happen when cooling systems are run low, or when the stuff is left in the ...
Discovery11/27/2006
  Q: Your advise is great you have already helped with numerous repairs to my 95 Disco. I am up in BC and ...
  A: You don't need an aftermarket actuator. You just need your existing latches cleaned and lubricated. ...
discovery 1 199911/27/2006
  Q: THE LAND ROVER DISCOVERY WILL IDLE BUT WONT REV UP . HAVE HAD IT TESTED AND REPLACED 2 DIFFERENT ...
  A: I believe you just phoned me on this one . . . As I told you, the first step is to connect your ...
Check engine light - gear ratio11/26/2006
  Q: I replaced the mass air sensor yesterday after reading some other posts about the 2 system lean ...
  A: 0154 means there is no activity from one of your o2 sensors. That could be because your sensor has ...
Landrover disco 1999 tdi auto11/26/2006
  Q: John I have total loss of drive while driving at low speed 20 km heard allow thud then no drive car ...
  A: Look for a broken drive shaft, or a broken axle. If the drive shaft has broken you'll see it (or it ...
brake failure//almost crash downhill twice11/25/2006
  Q: ..i hope you will be able to help me for it almost cost my life twice.i went up to mount baldy and ...
  A: The most likely explanation for your problem is that the ABS activated, preventing you from ...
Freelander 2002 Engine disaster11/25/2006
  Q: My daughter engaged the decline button at near highway speed. Unforunately, she came to a dead ...
  A: I have never known hill descent to ruin the engine. There have been problems with failure of ...
1998 Range Rover, 4.6 Transmission11/25/2006
  Q: ------------------------------------------- I thought it was a waste too but now I do have the ...
  A: Given your location, perhaps you best option would be to purchase a transmission in the USA and have ...
Blinking Odometer in 2000 Disco II11/25/2006
  Q: I recently had the alternator replaced on my Rover, I drove the Rover for the first time today since ...
  A: It sounds to me like a power surge may have damaged the instrument cluster, and caused it to lose ...
1998 Range Rover, 4.6 Transmission11/25/2006
  Q: I exported a 1998 Range Rover, 4.6 to Ghana in West Africa. Vehicle got there and was driven for 4 ...
  A: I hate hearing stories like this. You sound like you are suffering from inept service providers. ...
1997 disco very low compression in #3 cylinder only11/24/2006
  Q: i purchased my 1997 disco last year,it has 135,000 on the clock it was in nice shape,no dents,dings ...
  A: It sounds to me like you have mostly covered the bases between the valve job and the stuck rings. ...
LR Disco 9611/23/2006
  Q: call it whatever you like, but the black two-button thing does not give any "impression" on the ECU. ...
  A: I'm not sure what to tell you except find a more motivated or better qualified dealer. This sort of ...
coolant leak/oil leak11/23/2006
  Q: I have a 2000 discovery II that leaks oil and coolant.They both seem to be coming from the front of ...
  A: I suggest you degrease the front of your engine and have a look to see what's leaking. Head ...
LR Disco 9611/23/2006
  Q: The ECU does not receive the transmission from the blimp. Suddenly when using the blimp the Disco is ...
  A: First of all, it's not a blimp. It's a PLIP. The T4 Testbook test system at the dealer has ...
95 Discovery AC11/23/2006
  Q: Are there any relays, fuses, or fusable links that normally go out? Checked the fuses under the ...
  A: There are some relays in the system. I think if the fans work you have a wiring problem, not a ...
95 Discovery AC11/22/2006
  Q: Checked that first thing. The rear A/C comes on with compressor and cools fine. Tried recirc with ...
  A: Well, at this point it's a matter of breaking out the wiring book and figuring it out. The ...
300tdi overheating11/21/2006
  Q: I have a 300 TDI that's over heating. I have pressure tested the system and no leaks indicated . I ...
  A: It certainly sounds to me like a flow problem or a head gasket failure. My guess is that there is a ...
Service Engine Light11/21/2006
  Q: John, I've read your answer and the Procedure on disco.org about going in at the kick panel, ...
  A: Is your vehicle a Discovery I or a Doscovery II? If it's a Discovery II there is no box; you use an ...
Landrover Freelander 1998 2.0 diesel11/21/2006
  Q: Just bought the above freelander privately.Drove it home 70 miles no problem,great.Next day engine ...
  A: If it does this consistently I'd suggest you take it you your dealer (or a shop with a Autologic or ...
Land Rover Immobiliser11/21/2006
  Q: My Land Rover Electronic Key had to sent from the USA. I need to know what is the name of the ...
  A: Your vehicle has a Land Rover security system and immobilizer, and it's described in your owner's ...
Click in floor board upon braking, acceleration11/20/2006
  Q: G'day, John- I have a '96 Disco, 160,000 miles, A/T, 4.0 liter gas. Over the last 6 weeks, I ...
  A: I agree with AB that the most common cause of this noise is the brake pads moving. You might try ...
Silly handbrake problem11/19/2006
  Q: Odd question. I was working on the gear lever linkage from inside the cab today - but when I went ...
  A: I think you've flipped the lock lever upside down. Get a workshop manual and look at the pictures ...
Speed limit warning11/18/2006
  Q: I'm sorry I think you misunderstood thePressing the button on the indicator handle will not turn the ...
  A: OK, there are two possibilities, both of which require you to find a knowledgable shop with an ...
Key lock/ ignition problem11/18/2006
  Q: I have a '99 Land Rover Discovery II. When I bought my disco, the previous owners had misplaced the ...
  A: It sounds like some bad luck for you. If the locks in your vehicle were changed in the past, and ...
loss of power11/17/2006
  Q: hey guys, my landrover disco2 year 99, ok the problem is when i start it up, if i dont let it run ...
  A: This problem should be easy to find and fix if you take the truck to a dealer or shop with the ...
srs light11/17/2006
  Q: The light stays for 5 days then goes off for a day then goes back on. The dealer does not see what ...
  A: With every Land Rover I have ever seen, when the SRS light comes on, it stays on until cleared by ...
alarm arming11/16/2006
  Q: When locking my 1998 disco 1 with the keyless remote, the vehice immediately unlocks after pressing ...
  A: Unlocking right away usually means there is a problem with the driver door latch. It's binding from ...
can we tow our Ranger Rover11/16/2006
  Q: We own a 1990 Range Rover. Can we tow it behind a motor home? We have received TWO very opposing ...
  A: You can tow the Range Rover behind a motor home, provided it's rolling on its own four wheels, and ...
discovery II overheating service engine soon light11/16/2006
  Q: I have owned my disco for about 1.5 months. I recently had the car run into the red during a short ...
  A: I doubt is spilled fluid from filling your Rover put the light on. But it may have come on as a ...
1990 range rover county11/15/2006
  Q: I have a 1990 range rover, with the abs light on and check engine and my parking brake light. does ...
  A: The red brake light is on because the fluid is low, there is a pressur eproblem in the system ...
2002 discovery 2 coolant loss11/14/2006
  Q: My d2 has a slow coolant leak(refill resevoir once a week) coming from what looks like the front top ...
  A: Look on our web site www.robisonservice.com > service > land rover for two articles on overheating ...
1996 4.0l Discovery liner?11/14/2006
  Q: Mr.Robison; I have read with interest your information on droped cylinder liners.. if an engine is ...
  A: Dave, I have read of people pinning the liners but I've never seen it work. When people pin liners ...
LAND ROVER TDR 200111/14/2006
  Q: A YELLOW WARNING LIGHT HAS STARTED TO COME ON BUT NOT ALL THE TIME JUST OCCASIONALY AND WE DIDNT GET ...
  A: There are quite a few warnign lamps on a Rover dashboard. There's not much way for me to tell you ...
EAS Fault11/14/2006
  Q: I had an EAS Fault. The whole car sits on its lowest level and all 4 lights are lit. I have taken it ...
  A: It is common for air suspension systems to develop leaks and fail when it gets cold and the rubber ...
code p0734 land rover 200111/13/2006
  Q: I was driving when suddenly this code came on with check engine light per scanner. what does this ...
  A: That code means there is a problem with the signal from one of your engine position sensors. These ...
Land rover Brakes Shuddering 1996 Disco11/13/2006
  Q: I have a 1996 Disco. Every once in a while when I'm not going too fast (under 20 mph probably) I ...
  A: Yes. Do are describing the operation of the ABS system. You've probably got one or more sensors ...
Idle or lack of11/13/2006
  Q: My 97 discovery sometimes idles at 7gs occasionally above 10gs but has gotten into the habit of not ...
  A: Any of the things you suggest are expensive guesses. I suggest you find someone with proper Land ...
Auto transmission fault??11/12/2006
  Q: My Discovery series 2 has started to mess around.Iparked on a hill with the engine running,put it in ...
  A: I think you should "be worried or return it" If the transmission fails, your cost to replace it ...
Spark pludg wires on a Dsicovery II11/12/2006
  Q: Do you have to pull the engine out in order to get to replace the plug wires. They have the coil up ...
  A: You have be be very dextrous or remove the plenum from the engine to change the plug wires. That's ...
98 Discovery11/11/2006
  Q: My Discovery had to be towed home after it stopped on the road. The previous night, I heard a ...
  A: I suggest you start by checking your fluids - what's on the ground? Oil or coolant? I'm sorry to ...
radio11/11/2006
  Q: I am trying to remove the radio (it died)in my 2002 Disco II to replace it with a radio from a 2004 ...
  A: The radios are interchangeable between Disco II models, and you need two flat key tools to unlock ...
2000 land rover dsc 211/11/2006
  Q: mass air flow..if i disconnect it from the system and the rover drives bad then the sensor is good? ...
  A: The 'official' way to test the sensor is by watching the signal from it on the Land Rover test ...
Land Rover will not come out of parking gear11/10/2006
  Q: I have a 2001 Land Rover Discovery II SE, I started my car the other day (it did start with no ...
  A: You have a short in the reverse lights. Remove the bulbs and see if the fuse blows. If not, ...
Disco Window11/9/2006
  Q: I have a 2000 Disco Series II and the driver side window has fallen inside the door.?. Chain if ...
  A: There are fasteners under the handle and arm rests and it sort of pops loose. I don't have step by ...
high speed vibration11/9/2006
  Q: Hey John, some buddies and i are getting heavily into DISCOs and hope to pick your brain often. The ...
  A: The low range problem is probably a rust/corrosion issue in the linkage from lack of use. The ...
95 d-90 turns over, but won't start11/9/2006
  Q: hey john- thanks for sharing your knowledge...i have an immaculate 1995 d-90, 24.000 miles, that all ...
  A: Does it have spark at the plugs? No? Then check for spark at the coil. If it has spark there, ...
Discovery coil springs11/9/2006
  Q: From the vast array of original Land Rover coil spring part numbers can you suggest what spring part ...
  A: I can't answer this but I can tell you who can. Call Arthur or Les at Rovers North. 802 879 0032. ...
compressor clutch11/9/2006
  Q: I own a 99 Disco 1 and I have a high pitched noise coming from my A/C compressor. I would guess ...
  A: I very seldom see a compressor clutch do that. The idler bearing below it is probably bad. Take ...
Paint11/8/2006
  Q: I have a 1995 Disco and recently I had my car repaired because a parking attendant backed up my car ...
  A: Your problem is one of body shop skill, not Land Rover quality. Modern paint mixing systems allow a ...
land rover Transfer Case /parts problem11/8/2006
  Q: we were told that our transfer case was cracked and gone forever and now they are saying the ...
  A: We interchange Discovery transfer cases regularly. A Discovery Series II case (1999-2002) will fit ...
2000 land rover dsc 211/8/2006
  Q: DTC code P0734 gear 4 ratio...what does it mean...what do i do...i'd love to keep the dealer from ...
  A: Teh 4th gear ratio monitor fault usually indicates a fault with the mass air sensor on the engine. ...
03 Disco - engine clicking11/8/2006
  Q: My Disco SE7 has 52k miles and two mechanics have diagnosed problems severe enough to replace the ...
  A: If I were you, I'd seek out a more qualified Rover technician to render an opinion. Clicking on ...
check engine light11/8/2006
  Q: i took my 99 II to the dealer today because my engine light stay on i was told that it was my o2 ...
  A: p1590 indicates a problem in the rough road signal, a signal passed from the antilock brake ...
Suggested Oil on older Disco11/7/2006
  Q: I own a 1995 Land Rover petrol Discovery with over 156,000 miles which include many miles hauling ...
  A: I would suggest Mobil 1 1550. If you look on our web site, www.robisonservice.com > service > land ...
96 disco stalling problem11/7/2006
  Q: i have a 96disco with a check engine light on. vehicle seems to run fine most of the time but when ...
  A: My suggestion is that you find a qualified repair facility. The diagnoses you told me are just ...
Fule Pump Stalling?11/7/2006
  Q: I have a 01 Disco 2 (4.0 Bosch) with 111K miles on it. Recent problem is stalling after she's warmed ...
  A: I'm afraid I can't shed much light on your question without actually testing your truck. I doubt if ...
2001 Land Rover Discovery SE11/6/2006
  Q: I just purchased a 2001 Land Rover Discovery II SE and have a couple of questions related to the ...
  A: (1) Satellite Radio -- is there any way to integrate satellite radio (either XM or Sirius) into the ...
vibration11/6/2006
  Q: I am having a pretty bad vibration that I noticed first on low speed acceleration/deceleration.. In ...
  A: So the vibration happens when you speed up the motor without even moving the car . . Remove the ...
ABS Light?11/6/2006
  Q: My ABS light is on. It stays on all the time. What does this mean? I have a 1991 Range Rover. I've ...
  A: If you want to diagnose this yourself there is an article on www.rangerovers.net about blink code ...
Land Rover Discovery11/5/2006
  Q: I have a water sloshing sound in what seems to be the dashboard. I am also dealing with over ...
  A: The water shoshing sound usually means your cooling system is low. If your vehicle is overheating ...
Disco Airbag Light on after jumping battery11/5/2006
  Q: I recently left the key in the on position overnight on my '96 Disco SE7. The battery was ...
  A: The airbag light is on because it stored a low voltage code when you jumped the truck. The only way ...
Radio Code11/5/2006
  Q: I have a 1996 Land Rover Discovery and after maintenance have to re-enter the radio code but don't ...
  A: 7581 is not a valid code. You have six station preset buttons on your radio, right? The code will ...
rover wont go umtil warmed up for 30 min11/5/2006
  Q: we have a 95 land rover and it will not stay running until after it has been warmed up for about 30 ...
  A: Check the coolant and fuel temperature sensors at the front top of the engine. When cold they ...
blower motor11/4/2006
  Q: I have a 2000 Discovery 2, blower motor stopped working, I checked fuse under dash and it was ok, ...
  A: There is a resistor behind the glove box that can burn out when the blower motor fails. The control ...
miss at start11/4/2006
  Q: I hope you can help, I have a discovery 1995 model that I have owned since new and have had serviced ...
  A: If you've changed the ignition components all I can suggest is a vacuum problem, perhaps a failed ...
brake repairs?11/4/2006
  Q: i have a '97 landrover discovery. I want to know how to bleed brakes. can you give me some info on ...
  A: If you are losing fluid you need to find the leak and fix it. Once you have fixed the leak you can ...
Range Rover unable to start it11/4/2006
  Q: Will not start, brought new starter motor, tested the battery and the car makes a buzzing sound when ...
  A: Using a volt mater check the voltage at the battery terminal and the solenoid terminal on the ...
sunroof11/3/2006
  Q: i have a 2000 discovery that i have purchase warranty on it.i have a few question's regarding my ...
  A: Service people that "just don't care" are a huge problem in our industry. Is there an alternative ...
transmission ecu/ecm11/3/2006
  Q: The dealer says the transmission ecm/ecu MAY be bad ($1300.00); they don't know??? as the trans on ...
  A: If the shop says the trans controller "may be bad" with the expectation that you will buy a control ...
The "bongs" at ignition in Discovery 211/2/2006
  Q: I have a late model Disco 2, very nice it is too. Can you explain the bells/ bongs that happen when ...
  A: The bells and bongs are programmable (seat belt/lights on/door closed/etc) using the dealer T4 test ...
2001 Land Rover SE11/2/2006
  Q: I'm looking to purchase a 2001 Land Rover SE. I found one that has approx. 92,000 miles. I brought ...
  A: Your dealer is right - the list is typical of what you'd find on an older Rover. But something is ...
manual/ sport mode light flashing sometimes11/2/2006
  Q: I just bought the vehicle this weekend. Some times when I turn the car on the manual and sport mode ...
  A: There is a good chance those lights are flashing because your battery is old or weak. Have it ...
2001 landrover11/1/2006
  Q: hi - i started my car and the s and m lights started blinking - can you tell me what this normally ...
  A: If the two lights are blinking that means one of two things: 1) Your battery is old and weak, and ...
horn11/1/2006
  Q: What do I do if the horn does not work?
  A: 1) Check the fuse 2) Look at the horn (behind the grille) - see if it has power 3) Check the horn ...
2001 Discovery II fusebox11/1/2006
  Q: in the fuse box under the steering wheel, there are two wires that attach to clips at the bottom of ...
  A: Those wires are not original. They were probably added by someone who installed a car phone or some ...
95 defender 3.9 oil pump10/31/2006
  Q: My D90 has been sitting garaged for a year, and I get a low oil pressure indicator when cranking, I ...
  A: Make sure the engine is filled with oil. Unhook the coil wire and crank for 30 seconds. The engine ...
99 Disco II Alternator10/31/2006
  Q: I would like instructions on installing an alternator on a 99 Disco series II. The repair shop is ...
  A: The alternator is in plain sight, right on top of the engine. Unhook the battery before you begin, ...
Sunroof10/31/2006
  Q: The sunroof is jammed half tilted on my XEi station wagon Freelander.I believe that the right hand ...
  A: I'm sorry to report that you must drop the whole headlining and remove the sliding roof assembly to ...
1999 Range Rover10/30/2006
  Q: Yes I have a 1999 rANGE rOVER 4.0se. The information on the instrument cluster says transmission ...
  A: It sounds to me like your transfer case is stuck in neutral. And you have a problem with the air ...
Brake pads10/30/2006
  Q: I need to know how do I replace the brake pads on my 2004 range rover. I purchased the pads already.
  A: Jack up vehicle. Remove the wheel. Unbolt the caliper, and remove it. Clean the rust and dirt, ...
2000 Disco II Hydraulic Lifters?10/30/2006
  Q: In looking to buy a used 2000 Disco II i was informed that one or more of the hydraulic lifters ...
  A: Most of the time we find the noise is not lifters at all; it's exhaust leakage from the manifold. ...
Front Driveshaft busted my transmission10/29/2006
  Q: the Hookes Joint on the front propshaft of my Disco2 sheared yesterday while I was accelerating. it ...
  A: I have written several warnings about the joint breaking and damaging the geaqrbox. In many cases I ...
Land Rover Radio Issues10/29/2006
  Q: About a month after I purchased my Land Rover the radio suddenly stopped working. It still receives ...
  A: The way you describe the problem it sounds like you've got a failure inside the radio. If that's ...
2001 Discovery II Prop Shaft10/29/2006
  Q: I recently felt some vibrations from under the car between 1,500-2,000 rpm. The garage identified it ...
  A: The front prop shaft is known for getting tight and vibrating. If it breaks it can flail around and ...
2001 disco alarm10/28/2006
  Q: my disco 2 2001 alarm seems not to be working. The dash light flashes rapidly to show its arming ...
  A: Interior sensing may be disabled or broken on your vehicle. You will need a workshop with the ...
sender wrong; temp ok but what causes running on?10/28/2006
  Q: ok the sender i put in was intermotor 52770 now this is a discovery sender and they are differnt. ...
  A: Running on is caused by: 0) fuel octane rating is too low 1) excessive engine temperature 2) ...
S3 4.25l petrol running hot10/28/2006
  Q: My s3 is running hot and i'm getting the feeling i'm getting close to my original problem so here is ...
  A: In my previous answer one thing I missed was: Running too lean. I suggest you use an infrared ...
97 Range Rover not starting10/27/2006
  Q: My 97 4.0 RRover recently had a replacement engine put in from the dealer (1 year ago). A couple ...
  A: If you had a new engine put in at the deaer, $10,000 is par for the course. That alone does not say ...
ABS Modulator - 2000 Disco10/27/2006
  Q: When replacing an ABS modulator (due to a shuttle valve that is malfunctioning) does one have to ...
  A: The shuttle valves can be changed without programming, but you will need access to the special LR ...
2000 Disco 2 - Transmission Issue10/27/2006
  Q: My transmission hesistates when shifting (I think from 2nd to 3rd) gears. It vibrates mildly ...
  A: If you have not changed the transmission fluid, I suggest you do so right away. There is a good ...
TD5 Discovery Wheel alignment10/27/2006
  Q: I had a wheel alignment done on my wifes TD5. The data I have for it states. Front camber (deg) 0 ...
  A: Caster is not adjustable. If you wanted to change it you'd need to bend a frotn radius arm or ...
MY REAR LIGHTS WILL NOT TURN ON.10/26/2006
  Q: THe when I turn on my headlights,the rear lights don't come on. Also, my brake lights don't come ...
  A: Have you done the basic things? 1 - Checked all the bulbs, making sure they are the correct type ...
Disco II key fob code lost10/26/2006
  Q: We are down to one key fob for our Discovery II (99) and we do not have the code tags that came with ...
  A: The dealer's T4 test system can identify which of the keys listed in the ECU memory is still in your ...
LR Discovery II SD10/26/2006
  Q: John, Dennis recommended I contact regarding a situation with our above mentioned vehicle. Last ...
  A: Lisa, when someone says "I had the car serviced" and then, a week later they say "smoke was ...
Trouble Codes & 4-Low10/25/2006
  Q: I am considering the purchase of a 1998 Disco w/ 73K miles. It has a few issues, such as misfiring ...
  A: Don't be so quick to assume misfiring is "relatively easy to fix" as you imply. There are problems ...
96 LR Disco turns over but won't start10/25/2006
  Q: My disco turns over strong, but doesn't start. I have verified that it is getting fuel. I know that ...
  A: If it cranks over but does not start look for the signals from the crank and cam position sensors. ...
2003 discovery10/25/2006
  Q: I was searching the net and I come across you, I thought may-be you can help me. recently I bought a ...
  A: First of all, there is a $80 repair kit for that $1700 module. You don't usually need a new one. ...
Drivers door10/24/2006
  Q: My driver's side door of my Defender 90 1992 200 Tdi will not open and the lock on the inside has ...
  A: Usually the inner lock can be banged and jiggled and the lock level will more to the unlock ...
Handbrake10/24/2006
  Q: I have a Defender 90 1992 200 Tdi and need to tension the hand brake. Could you kindly tell me how ...
  A: Go under the vehicle and look at the drum at the rear of the transfer case. On the front face of the ...
Range Rover 95 gear changing noise?10/24/2006
  Q: I want to buy a range rover 95 2.5 DSE from a local dealer. When I drove the car, I found the change ...
  A: It sounds to me like you have a vehicle with a transmission problem. If you're looking at used cars ...
fuel pump cost10/23/2006
  Q: I was quoted around $1000, to replace the fuel pump and filter in my 98 Discovery. Does this seem ...
  A: The parts to change a pump cost around $500. It's a 2 hour job, more or less. $1,000 sounds like ...
Discovery 210/23/2006
  Q: Wanting to keep my 1999 Discovery 2, i inquired to my mechanic what would keep it in top running ...
  A: How do you know it dropped a liner? Did you have the engine removed and disassembled to check that? ...
Compressor Clutch P38 100k miles.10/23/2006
  Q: I have a problem on my air conditioning, diagnosed with Testbook as the compressor clutch. I ...
  A: You simple undo the nut in the center of the ac clutch and pull the hub off. Reach in and remove ...
ace valve block10/23/2006
  Q: Recently my 2000 Discovery II Trek edition blew a hydraulic hose from the valve block to the front ...
  A: There is no way to tell what maintenance the dealer did or did not do from your story. My ...
Auto box oil leak10/23/2006
  Q: I have a 1996 4.6 HSE with only 25,000 genuine miles. Car drives perfectly well in all respects and ...
  A: You check the oil when cold. Your leak may not be from the transmission at all, though. It may be ...
p38 gear ratio switch10/22/2006
  Q: i own a 1995 p38 2.5TD range rover with manual gearbox. On a recent day out i switched the gearbox ...
  A: The transfer case is shifted by means of a motor on the side of the transfer case. If you are ...
2003 range rover transmission problem10/22/2006
  Q: While on the freeway my range rover just lost power. when we press the gas the transmission had a ...
  A: You could have a failure in either the front or rear differential, the transmission or transfer ...
1998 Land Rover Discovery 4.0 - 155K miles10/22/2006
  Q: I am experiencing a "swish-swish" sound between speeds of 30 - 50 mph., the sound seems to come from ...
  A: It sounds like the service facility told you not to worry and you're not comfortable with that. I ...
99 Disco 210/22/2006
  Q: My dome lights will stay on until I press the brake pedal. When I get out I can't lock the doors ...
  A: You need a shop with the T4 system (dealer) or the Autologic (independent) to diagnose the alarm ...
discovery issues10/21/2006
  Q: 4th of july weekend i replaced the battery in my 2003 LR Discovery. a couple weeks ago the battery ...
  A: The red fluid around the terminals is probably an anti- corrosion spray put there by the battery ...
1996 Discovery "Check Engine" Light10/20/2006
  Q: My 96 Disco "Check Engine" Light came on. A local parts shop used their OBDll scan tool and it ...
  A: P1172 means the signal from one of your o2 sensors is signalling a rich condition. That could come ...
ABS TC HDC lights10/20/2006
  Q: I originally took this to the dealer and they told me that the SLABS ECU needed replacement and it ...
  A: If your SLABS ECU failed entirely (it happens) it would not be possible for the dealer to proceed ...
Drive Belt Noise10/20/2006
  Q: I was having a high pitched noise from my drivebelt(that is what i thought) for 98 Disco. I bought ...
  A: The noise is almost certainly one of the two idler rollers. Take the belt back off and spin them - ...
Series 3 - 4 wheel drive10/20/2006
  Q: My series 3 does not appear to be engaging 4 wheel drive. What checks can I carry out to be certain? ...
  A: Jack up the front end with a rolling type jack under the differential. Spin the front wheels - when ...
major service10/20/2006
  Q: What is this major service that is required every 60000 km? What does it involve and does it really ...
  A: You do not need a dealer to service your car, but you do need a shop that is trained on Land Rovers. ...
1996 Disco Rover dashboard / marker electrical problems10/19/2006
  Q: I am really hoping that you can help us solve this problem. We recently purchased a 96 disco rover. ...
  A: There is a good chance you have a bad headlamp/turn signal combination switch. You have to remove ...
radio code10/19/2006
  Q: 1996 Range Rover: You can only get a radio code from a Land Rover dealer? No other options? I have a ...
  A: The only way I know of to get the code is from Land Rover. They can look it up by the VIN of the ...
radio code10/18/2006
  Q: Not thinking, I disconnected the battery installing driving lights. Not having the code I purchased ...
  A: I'd guess you have the wrong code. If you have the correct radio code you punch it in and the radio ...
1998 Land Rover Disco Brake Switch10/18/2006
  Q: I have a 1998 Land Rover Discovery LSE with 78,000 miles. I got in it yesterday and it wouldn't ...
  A: The brake switch is a $20 part that you can order from Rovers North, 802 879 0032. It's easy to ...
Military 90 Defender10/18/2006
  Q: what are the common areas of wear on a 2.5 normally aspirated diesel, my engine has done 133,000kms ...
  A: I have a 2.5 military diesel myself. It's a rugged motor. They should not have any wear at 133,000 ...
1998 Range Rover door panel removal10/18/2006
  Q: How do you remove the rear and front door panels on a 1998 Range Rover 4.0?
  A: The panels are held by screws around the arm rest and clips at the bottom. If you want exact ...
Cost of repairing breaks, 2001 DISC II LE10/17/2006
  Q: I have a 2001 LR Disco Series II SE, 76K miles. We dropped $1,300 on repairing breaks at the dealer ...
  A: If you use genuine Land Rover parts the pieces (all 4 rotors, all 4 pads) will cost $750. $1,600 ...
Disco II problems with electric windows10/17/2006
  Q: Good evening, Having a small problem with the passenger electric window. Something fell off inside ...
  A: For about $18 you can buy a day's access to Land Rover's service web site, ...
88 Range10/17/2006
  Q: I have a 1988 Range Rover Classic with a 3.5 with an idle problem. When you start the truck when ...
  A: I suggest you call Rovers North, 802 879 0032 and buy a factory workshop manual for your truck. ...
ABS Motor 91 RR10/17/2006
  Q: The Other day I shut my 1991 Range Rover off and I noticed the Pump\Motor for the ABS System was ...
  A: There have been problems with the relays for the ABS pump sticking. When that happens they get the ...
Code P119310/17/2006
  Q: I bought a 98 Discovery Land Rover six months ago. Recently, the check engine light came on. I ...
  A: P1193 means there is an open circuit in one of the oxygen sensor heater circuits. There's an ...
water pressure10/16/2006
  Q: G reg vogue waterpressure is bulding up in the hoses can you help thankyou Greg.
  A: If you are getting excessive water pressure in the coolant hoses of a V8 Vogue the most likely cause ...
Door locks10/16/2006
  Q: I have a '97 RR 4.0 SE. The remote control hand switch will lock the doors, but will not open them. ...
  A: If the red light comes on in the remote when you press either button, but only the lock function ...
Land Rover Transmission problem10/16/2006
  Q: We have a 1998 Land rover Automatic. Recently it underwent and engine re-fit and since repair will ...
  A: The Discovery model has a kickdown cable between engine and transmission - that may be tight. If ...
Check engine light10/16/2006
  Q: I have a '97 RR 4.0 SE. The check engine light will not go off. The fault codes come up purge valve. ...
  A: The purge system fault codes do not point to parts you need to change. Rather, they point to tests ...
1998 Discovery Keeps Putting10/15/2006
  Q: I have a 1998 Discovery. When I press my foot down on the gas the car does not acclerate. I alos ...
  A: I suggest you find a Land Rover dealer or specialist and have it checked out right away. Continued ...
Land Rover Disco ll 200110/15/2006
  Q: My windshield wipers do not start untill the vehicle is warmed up. If i need wipers in a hurry I can ...
  A: There is a multi function mobule in the dash that is probably causing this problem. If you want to ...
2001 land over discovery airbag failure10/15/2006
  Q: My car lost control to miss an animal. I fishtailed and caught a support wire for an electrical pole ...
  A: As it happens, I am hired with some regularity as an expert witness in airbag cases. I'm an ...
self leveling suspension10/15/2006
  Q: I have a 2003 Discovery HSE. After driving the vehicle and shutting off the ignition, the rear sinks ...
  A: You have a leak somewhere. It's nothing to do with a pressure relief valve. It could be a leak in ...
1970 series IIa misfire/cutting out/backfire10/15/2006
  Q: I'm having a problem figuring out where to look next. I'm having a problem with cutting out, ...
  A: It could be carburetor problems, bad points, a bad coil, bad condensor. Check all the usualy tune ...
Glow plugs10/14/2006
  Q: I have no power to the glow plugs. I have checked number 3 fuse - OK. Before I replace the timer ...
  A: You did not specify year and models of Rover, but if your truck is 1996 or newer you can subscribe ...
Hill Decent Control10/14/2006
  Q: I have not driven my Freelander 1.8 GS for about 2 weeks and when i started it and drove it , it was ...
  A: It sounds like you engaged HDC. Push the button to disengage it. If that does not work there is a ...
ABS / Hill descent / traction control warning lights10/14/2006
  Q: I have an 2003 Discovery HSE. Sometimes when the brakes are applied sharply 3 warning lights come on ...
  A: If your dealer tested your truck and told you a particular wheel sensor needs to be replaced I don't ...
2002 Disco II vibration and rattiling10/14/2006
  Q: My Disco vibrates and grinds heavy when I'm accelerating. And when get off the gas, something ...
  A: It sounds like you have a serious problem, and I suggest you have it checked out right away before ...
Horn10/13/2006
  Q: John; After battling and resolving many electrical issues and MIL's while preparing my '97 D1 ...
  A: Brian, the most likely problem is that the horn itself is bad. The second most likely cause is ...
1996 discovery over heat10/13/2006
  Q: my land rover is over heating ive changed the thermastat,clutch fan and coolant.it over heats the ...
  A: I published an article on diagnosis of overheatins in Rovers that is reprinted on our web site. Go ...
99 disco starting, then dying if left cold for 12+ hours10/13/2006
  Q: I have a 99 discovery SD. 93,000 miles on it. i just had the fuel pump replaced, plus vent hoses, a ...
  A: The symptoms you describe do not point to a bad fuel pump, starter, or battery. They could be many ...
1994 Discovery overheating & loss of power10/13/2006
  Q: My son's 1994 LR Discovery overheated and was blowing steam out the side of the expansion tank at ...
  A: The hole you refer to drops over a pin that sticks up from the plate that holds the trigger. That's ...
Air Suspension Compressor10/12/2006
  Q: For: 2000 Discovery II Last year, my suspension lost air. I inspected the rear bags and they ...
  A: I would strongly suggest you abandon the idea of rear air suspension. The systems become more and ...
sputtering problem10/12/2006
  Q: drove 10 hrs in the rain last night and vehicle is sputtering. Replaced the spark plugs and waiting ...
  A: My suggestions would be: 1) remove all electrical connections and blow clear with air, then spray ...
low idle on 1995 4.210/12/2006
  Q: greetings john. i have a 1995 county lwb with 4.2. the truck runs great, except that the idle is a ...
  A: That's the speed your truck is supposed to idle at. Exactly why do you think there's a problem? ...
Land Rover Transfer Case Cracked!10/12/2006
  Q: It has 100k on it and is in pretty good shape. We had it for a couple of months and then we were ...
  A: The case you are referring to is the transfer case, right? You can install a transfer case from a ...
Loud Ticking sound from 96 disco10/12/2006
  Q: Starting 3 days again my 96 discovery with 116K on it started loudly ticking when I would ...
  A: There is a good chance your ticking is leakage from the exhaust manifold gaskets or a cracked ...
Clicking10/11/2006
  Q: ok i have a 2001 range rover. and one day i felt something loose while i took off. but because it ...
  A: It sounds like the chain inside your transfer case may be slipping. You can take the case out, take ...
"gearbox fault" vs. "eas fault"10/11/2006
  Q: I recently took my 95 range rover in to find out what the "eas fault" message meant. They told me it ...
  A: Anything's possible, but the gearbox and the electronic air suspension are completely separate ...
Electrical10/11/2006
  Q: There was an email sent to you on 8/14/06 where a gentlemen (Steve Cochran) was refering to a ...
  A: The fuse panels are known to corroded from in back when water from a leaky windshield gets into ...
water leaking from roof10/11/2006
  Q: I purchased my 2003 Discovery 3 weeks ago and have noticed that the roof leaks when it rains. The ...
  A: The car probably had a poor quality windshield replacement. You'll probably need to replace the ...
serpentine belt not aligning with new water pump10/10/2006
  Q: new water pump fitted on 300 tdi but serpentine belt slips off water pump pulley as it is not ...
  A: The only answers I can think of are that you installed the wrong pump or you have the belt routed ...
electrical problems10/10/2006
  Q: Robinson: I need your advice, I have discoI,1996, with electrical troubles, first I'm live in el ...
  A: It's possible the wiring is corroded back at the tank and you do not have good power to the pump. ...
Dashboard light10/10/2006
  Q: Just wondering what the green dash light with a S in the middle means, we got a LandRover (2003 ...
  A: The green light means you have pushed the mode button at the base of the gearshift, thereby ...
Pneumatic Suspension Range Rover LWB 4.2 County10/10/2006
  Q: 2 v8 with a problem in the pneumatic suspension. The suspension don t get up no more. I need your ...
  A: The only home remedy would be conversion to coil springs. Here in the USA you could buy the kit ...
'98 Disco sunroof jam10/10/2006
  Q: I own a 1998 Land Rover Discovery and love it. But my rear sunroof is jammed. It will open fine but ...
  A: It's kind of a big deal to fix this. You have to take out the panels on the sides of the interior, ...
'95 Classic Engine Surge10/9/2006
  Q: Your insight to this problem is most appreciated. I have a '95 RR Classic 4.2l that develops a ...
  A: Surge could be a distributor advance problem, a vacuum leak, a mass air meter - lots of things but ...
2000 Disco series 2 ck engine light10/9/2006
  Q: Trying to past smog in CA> The first smog check said the check engine light came on at 75 miles per ...
  A: If you changed the o2 sensors and the result is that the light is on all the time, I'd suggest you ...
Land Rover Discovery Brakes10/9/2006
  Q: I was told that I need my front brake pads and rotors changed. I have only changed brake pads on a ...
  A: Replacement of pads and rotors is fairly easy on your model. No special tools are needed. Just ...
one side hot?10/9/2006
  Q: I have a 99 range rover. The driver side will never get hot or regulate. Do the servo motors just ...
  A: Your problem sounds like blend door failure. The blend doors are sold in sets of three, and ...
Electrical problems10/7/2006
  Q: I have a 1987 Classic that recently had the alternator and battery go out. I had to jump start it to ...
  A: I'd say you have one of these issues: 1) The cabels from the battery are corroded and some are not ...
Check Engine Light 99 Discovery10/6/2006
  Q: My check engine light continues to periodically come on. I have read that there is an OBD digital ...
  A: The 99 Discovery does not have a box under the seat. It has an OBD II diagnostic plug under a ...
Clutch verses IRD Unit10/6/2006
  Q: I have a freelander 2.0TD 2001. I was told by the garrage that through abuse the clutch plate burnt ...
  A: I would be skeptical of that story if it was told to me, but I'm not there and I don't want to ...
Disco II service engine light10/6/2006
  Q: I own a '99 Disco II with 86,000 miles. Just before I passed 84,000 miles the service engine soon ...
  A: There are several causes of a cylinder misfire 1 - A bad plug 2 - A bad wire 3 - A bad coil pack 4 ...
Freelander 1998 2.0 TD XEDI10/5/2006
  Q: Please could you advise why when I start to vehicle I do not see the ABS or TC dashboard indicators ...
  A: If you don't see the lights I'd say the ABS control unit is not getting powered up or has completely ...
Disco 1 overheating10/5/2006
  Q: I saw your reply to another disco overheating issue. I just did a coolant change along with a new ...
  A: Overheating after 15-20 minutes could be a number of things - clogged radiator, head gasket, etc. I ...
Land Rover Discovery 96 transmission issue10/5/2006
  Q: Very happy with it at first but now not so much since my transmission is not working properly. What ...
  A: I'm sorry to say you need a transmission overhaul. There is no external cause for your problem. It ...
97 DISCO Check Engine Light - CODE P113810/4/2006
  Q: But, Check Engine light is still on with Code P1138 - Oxygen sensor Engine Rich. Not sure what else ...
  A: A code for rich running does not indicate bad catalysts or o2 senors. The code means that the o2 ...
2003 Disco sputtering with SE light blinking10/4/2006
  Q: This "event" happened yesterday afternoon and it is still going on this morning on my way to work. ...
  A: I think you have an ignition misfire or sticking valves. The misfire might be a bad coil pack or ...
1998 land rover discovery engages (Viscous Fan?)10/4/2006
  Q: I am expereincing a roaring sound when my air condition is on. The Viscous Fan seems to be engaged; ...
  A: 13-14 miles per gallon is pretty common. You should find a local Land Rover specialist and let them ...
Land Rover Discovery Check Engine Light10/3/2006
  Q: John, I have had my 1999 Land Rover Discovery since it was new, and I have put my Land Rover ...
  A: At this point, you're just guessing. Your first step with a check engine light should always be: ...
curtusy beep stays on all time10/1/2006
  Q: curtusy beep stays on all time when i put key in ignition switch will beep a few times and then the ...
  A: It sounds like the timer module has failed. The chime is integrated with other devices into a ...
Extended Warranty Suggestions10/1/2006
  Q: I just purchased a 2000 Discovery Series II. It has 113,000 miles on it, and the dealer suggested ...
  A: My company is a dealer for APCO EasyCare, the extended warranty subsidiary of Ford, who owns Land ...
2000 Disco 3 amigos/Wheel seal cause?9/30/2006
  Q: I have a 2000 Disco 2 w/ 4 liter Bosch engine. It has 113000 miles on it. I just purchased the truck ...
  A: Unhooking the battery won't clear a check engne light on a 1996 or newer vehicle. You need the Land ...
97 discovery oxygen sensor9/30/2006
  Q: G'day John, I bought a '97 3.9l V8 landrover discovery (big mistake, but it does sound nice) because ...
  A: On a normal 1997 V8 Land Rover there are 4 o2 sensors, two in front of each catalyst, and too in ...
Rookie9/29/2006
  Q: I have been looking at older Discovery models for several months now. There's no question about ...
  A: I have no way of knowing if you'll get in over your head. That depends upon your expecations and ...
rotors9/29/2006
  Q: Can you give me instructions for a rear brake job on a 2001 DISCO.
  A: There is nothing special about a Discovery brake job Remove the wheels Remove the calipers and pads ...
96 DISCO SE7 MAF Low Ckt problem9/28/2006
  Q: I have a '96 DISCO that has recently started having hesitation and rough idle problems after ...
  A: I have seen numerous problems with mass air sensors after switching to K&N type filters. As to "any ...
Land Rover Sensor?9/28/2006
  Q: I have an error that says Fuel temp. sensor error. What would cause this?
  A: The fuel temp sensor is a component on the upper front of your motor, on the fuel rail. The code ...
Blown Engine9/28/2006
  Q: I have a 1998 Disco Series 1. It broke down in a small town in NE Georgia. I have been told that ...
  A: If you ar ereally finicky, have it hauled here and we'll build an engine for it. We're in ...
disco 2 abs / traction / descent help! 19999/28/2006
  Q: I am stuck on this one, everyone says put a new hub on this car, to make the 1999 disco abs/traction ...
  A: First, there are a number of tests one can do with the Land Rover T4 test system, so repair of a ...
03 disco engine taooing noise9/25/2006
  Q: Can the catalyst make a tapping noise? Now that you mentioned it also sound like is comming from ...
  A: If the catalyst is bad you can usually put the car on a lift and bang it with a mallet and hear it ...
03 disco engine taooing noise9/25/2006
  Q: I have a 03 SE7 disco II 80K miles. It has a tapping noise which my mechanic thought it was the ...
  A: The noise could be a liner moving in the motor, or a cam problem, or something else. You are sure ...
Gearbox and Tappet noise in Disco 29/25/2006
  Q: G'Day, I have a Disco 2 with 2 problems, the first is a tappet or lifter sound in the motor. I ...
  A: The tapping is almost always from bad rocker shafts. The steel cup that's pressed into the aluminum ...
Engine Failure Light9/24/2006
  Q: I have a 2001 Range Rover HSE and it has been sitting for awhile and the battery is dead. In attempt ...
  A: When the battery goes dead and you jump a vehicle it's common for spurious fault codes to be set in ...
2003Disc Brakes9/22/2006
  Q: Happy to have found you! My Disc just went in for service.( New dealership here on Cape) The brakes ...
  A: It is the policy of most Land Rover dealers to replace pads and rotors together. I have found you ...
O2 sensor, emission, misfiring issues with 2002 Disco II9/21/2006
  Q: I have Disco 2000 - bought used in 2004 at 19,000 miles. Took in to dealership for 30 or 36K ...
  A: Reading your story, I think you have more than one issue with the truck. I also think the misfire ...
Rear air suspension9/21/2006
  Q: In a Land Rover Discovery II we recently bought, the rear suspension (both sides) works very ...
  A: If the suspension goes flat, it has leaks, right? YOu just have not found them. If the diagnostic ...
03 Freelander Service Engine soon light9/21/2006
  Q: The light had come on and then went off. It's been two weeks now and it is back on and doesn't go ...
  A: The light came on because your engine management computer detected a problem in the way your engien ...
electrical - rear windows and relay9/21/2006
  Q: I own a 98 Disco II. The rear windows have faile from both door and center console. I was told that ...
  A: Go to www.landrovertechinfo.com and pay for a day's access. Download the electrical troubleshooting ...
How subscribe to LR tech info?9/20/2006
  Q: John, I've been to landrovertechinfo.com but cannot find how to subscribe at that site. Please ...
  A: Go here: http://www.landrovertechinfo.com/extlrprod/market.jsp Click "North America" or "Rest of ...
Radio code9/20/2006
  Q: Bought a 1997 Land Rover Discovery a month and a half ago. Radio says code. Took to the dealership, ...
  A: It sounds like the dealer has gotten the code Land ROver has on file for your truck, and they also ...
A CLANK WHEN I PUT IT ON (R)OR (D)9/19/2006
  Q: THE NOISE ONLY HAPPEN WHEN I BACKUP OR DRIVE I CHECK THE REAR SHAFT U-JOINTAND IT SEEMS TOBE ...
  A: First, I suggest you check for loose u-joints or excessive free play at all four wheels. Second, ...
2002 Discovery - Flashing green M and S dash lights9/19/2006
  Q: John, My 2002 Discovery has started to flash warning lights on the dashboard when started. They ...
  A: The dealer is right, those lights could signify a failing battery. "Had the battery tested" is ...
Land Rover engine shuts off while driving9/18/2006
  Q: I have a brand new Range Rover HSE with 600 miles on it. I've had it for ten days. When I was ...
  A: My best advice as a long time Land Rover service manager is that you take the car to the dealer, ...
97 Discovery 4L Engine Wet - Water Proof9/18/2006
  Q: I wash/pressure cleaned my Rover and it has been a week (7 days ago) and it still seems to be ...
  A: You should take the truck to a shop that can look at the live data from your various engine sensors. ...
Sunroof9/17/2006
  Q: I have recently purchased at 2000 Discovery Series II. I has duel sunroofs but neither of them ...
  A: If they both stopped working at the same time I'd start by checking the power to the switches. I ...
cruise control rotary cassette repair9/16/2006
  Q: greetings mr. robison. i have a couple of questions about the cruise control rotary cassette. 1. ...
  A: i have a couple of questions about the cruise control rotary cassette. 1. are the power leads to ...
rear airshocks9/15/2006
  Q: 1999 landrover disc 11, how do you release the air pressure from the shocks in rear. to replace them
  A: In our shop, we use the Land Rover T4 system to deactivate the suspension before repair. In the ...
MILAGE9/14/2006
  Q: THE MILAGE ON MY 2002 DISC 2 SD WORKS FINE BUT CONTINUES TO FLASH WHAT IS THE CAUSE OF THIS AND WHAT ...
  A: If the odometer display flashes it means there is a discrepancy between the mileage displayed and ...
2001 Land Rover Discovery SEII9/14/2006
  Q: John I do have 2001 LandRover Discovery SEII. When I turn my A/C on Cold Air's coming out from ...
  A: If you get cold air on your face and warm air below there is probably a problem with the servo ...
braking9/13/2006
  Q: intermittently, when i depress the brake it seemingly crunches and experiences quite a delay in ...
  A: You are describint activation of the ABS system. If this happens on slippery ground it's normal. ...
97 Discover Engine/Transmission Lock9/13/2006
  Q: I have a 97 Discovery 4 liter automatic. I sprayed the engine/transmission at a car wash to ...
  A: 1) Remove the spark plugs and see if the engine turns over then. 2) Remove the starter and see if ...
Oxygen Sensors9/12/2006
  Q: I bought my Land Rover Discovery 2 used back in November of 2005, My service engine light was on I ...
  A: The gear ratio fault almost always signals a bad mass air senosr. OUtside of that tip, I'd suggest ...
2000 DISCOVERY SERIES II9/11/2006
  Q: I am trying to figure out this tappity tap tapp coming from under the righthand valve cover. I just ...
  A: 2000 Rover V8 motors are know for developing noise from the rocker shafts. The cure is two new ...
error codes9/11/2006
  Q: The check engine light in my 97 discovery comes on occasionally. Error code 1179 and 1177 show on my ...
  A: Those codes might suggest a mass air flow sensor problem, or the vehicle might be running rich for ...
Shaking when 99 Range Rover is motion9/10/2006
  Q: I love Range Rover always have never thought i would own one , i got a used one at a low price ..99 ...
  A: Your vehicle shakes for one of these reasons: 1 - A tire or wheel is out of round or grossly out of ...
Coolant--Green or Orange for '00 RR9/8/2006
  Q: I recently had my coolant system flushed and filled on my '00 Range Rover 4.6, and the Green coolant ...
  A: If your Rover has the newer Bosch engine management it takes Dex Cool (orange). However, if it's ...
Oil Seal Failure9/8/2006
  Q: I have a 2001 Discovery II that has 41,000 miles. The dealer told me the engine needed a complete ...
  A: Why does the dealer think you should pay to reseal the intake twice in such a short time? I would ...
1998 range rover hse9/8/2006
  Q: I just bought a 98 ranger rover HSE and im a little worrie because it has 103,000 miles on it now. ...
  A: I suggest you have a good Land Rover person look the truck over for potential problems. Since you ...
VEHICLE WILL NOT MOVE ONCE IN REVERSE9/7/2006
  Q: JOHN I SENT YOU MY WRONG EMAIL BEFORE SO I AM SENDING IT AGAIN I AM THE OWNER OF A 2004 LANDROVER ...
  A: If the brake is sticking you should feel the vehicle wind up against the parking brake when you ...
89 rover electrical turns no start9/6/2006
  Q: I dont have spark at the coil wich has been replacedFirst off I would like to thank you folks for ...
  A: If there is no spark at the coil you need to check power to the coil, then check the distributor and ...
01 dis 2 runs fine for 15 min then shuts off9/6/2006
  Q: Sir, I have had my disco looked at by a land rover dealer who was unable to find the ...
  A: You said: I have had my disco looked at by a land rover dealer who was unable to find the problem, ...
Clunking noise in 96 LR Discovery9/6/2006
  Q: I inherited a 96 Land Rover Discovery with 93800 miles from my late brother. When I make a sharp ...
  A: You might have a failing CV joint in the front axle, or you might have a clunk for loose suspension ...
Freelander V6 Idle problem9/6/2006
  Q: ------------------------- Thank you for your answer. My car has perfect compression, spark and ...
  A: Listening to this story, I think you really need to find a shop that's qualified to fix this ...
89 rover electrical turns no start9/5/2006
  Q: First off I would like to thank you folks for being part of this invaluable service. I came across ...
  A: If you don't have any spark at the plugs you just have to follow it back. Wires bad? Distributor ...
97 discovery exhaust gaskets.9/4/2006
  Q: I need to replace the exhaust gaskets on my 97 disco. Can you tell me if there are studs in the ...
  A: The headers are held on by bolts. You may be able to slip in gaskets but the bolts often break and ...
Alternator/alternator belt(s)9/4/2006
  Q: John, I recently replaced my alternator on my 1991 Rangge Rover (Great Divide Edition). For some ...
  A: The length of the alternator belt has no eeffect on how fast it spins. If you need a smaller belt ...
Water Sloshing Sound Passenger Side9/1/2006
  Q: There is a sound of running water like through pipes in a wall coming from the passenger side. It is ...
  A: Running water usually means the cooling system is low. Make sure you fill it properly with the ...
Discovery 2003 Oil Starvation8/31/2006
  Q: John, Thanks so much for your posting of Land Rover's March 14, 2003 Technical Alert to its dealers ...
  A: Jim, I am am APCO dealer and Land Rover service agent as you may know. Send me your name, contact ...
89 RR - Temp Gauge ?8/30/2006
  Q: I've had my RR about six months but most of the time, it's been in shop. Temp was running hot, so ...
  A: It sounds like you may be confusing celsius and farenheit tempertature readings. Otherwise, the ...
Cooling system failure8/30/2006
  Q: Robinson, I recently changed my RR 97's thermostat due to it's overheating problem. After a week it ...
  A: Your thermostat may indeed be bad, or you may have some other cooling system trouble. Why don't you ...
2002 Land Rover Discovery 2 SD-back door lock8/30/2006
  Q: I am a new owner of a Land Rover Discovery 2 SD 2002 model and I have noticed the very back door ...
  A: Almost always this problem is a lack of lubrication. Pop off the Land Rover logo oval on the handle ...
Head lights not working8/27/2006
  Q: I have a 1966 series 2a (88), I have had some trouble with getting the head lights to work. All of ...
  A: On those old 1960s Rovers the wiring has usually been cut up so much you just have to puzzle it out ...
Remote on Key / Battery8/27/2006
  Q: I have a 2002 Discovery. The keyless entry has stopped working and I thought it might just be the ...
  A: Insert the blade of a small, flat bladed screwdriver into the slot at the rear of the handset and ...
Remove and Replace Front and Rear Brake Rotors8/26/2006
  Q: I need to remove, turn (re-surface) and replace the front and rear brake rotors on my 2003 Discovery ...
  A: In brief, this is what you do: - Remove wheel - Remove brake caliper and frame - Remove retaining ...
Faulty brake lights on '01 Discovery II8/26/2006
  Q: My brake lights suddenly aren't working on my 2001 Discovery II. Could that be a fuse or should I ...
  A: You should check the fuse and if it's good check the brake lamp switch, located above the brake ...
Land Rover Transmission8/26/2006
  Q: do you know a ballpark on how much it will cost me to repair a 94 Landy Disco Manual transmission? ...
  A: It is a day's job to change a transmission. So plan on a day's time at whatever rates prevail in ...
'02 Disco Parking brake won't disengage8/25/2006
  Q: My parking brake will not disengage. It clicks on the way up to engage, I press the button and ...
  A: If you slide under the truck you will see the park brake drum at the rear of the transfer case. On ...
pover steering leaks8/24/2006
  Q: I have Discovery 1, 1999. Power steering leak was noticed a long time ago. First it was from low ...
  A: That shaft at the bottom of your steering box probably leaks because the shaft wobbles from wear. ...
Rover Fluids8/24/2006
  Q: I would like to by some backup fluids for my Disco '03. I don't think it's necesssary to buy them ...
  A: You can find a list of recommended fluids on the Robison Service web site or in your manual. We ...
Discovery Remote Starter8/24/2006
  Q: I have a 2000 Disco SII, just wondering if a remote car starter (good for the winters) would cause a ...
  A: For most 2000 Land Rovers in most countries, remote start won't work if the car is locked because of ...
Oil water mix, and gear oil light now coming on8/23/2006
  Q: We have a 00 land rover discovery, it has over 100k in miles and while driving it - I turned the ...
  A: Some Land Rover models have an oil cooler in the radiator. If so, the lines can crack allowing ...
2004 Discovery brakes8/23/2006
  Q: We just took our Discovery in for the 30000 maintenace check. We were informed that our back brakes ...
  A: It is the practice of most American LR dealer to change pads and rotors together to reduce the ...
Transmission Filter8/22/2006
  Q: I would like to know how if I don't have the owners manual can I personally figure out which ...
  A: Based upon the training I have received from Bosch and ZF, makers of Land Rovers transmissions and ...
98 D1 keyless entry remote8/22/2006
  Q: Is the 17TN remote a suitable (workable) replacement for the 3TXB? I am looking to add another ...
  A: In the USA we don't refer to remotes by the numbers you are citing. The only remote that works on ...
Door locks: 95 Range Rover8/22/2006
  Q: I have this 95 RR and the door locks work fine when pushing up/down on the locks (manually). When ...
  A: Bryan, I see you are a professional repair person from your identical post on IATN. You can go to ...
Sudden strange electrical problems8/21/2006
  Q: I also just noticed that both my carpets up front are soaking wet. The evening before this started ...
  A: The BCU is under the seat, and it's tough to test without the dedicated LR test system. You have to ...
locking whell nuts8/20/2006
  Q: I have recently brought second hand discovery and in my excitement forgot to ask about the locking ...
  A: Land Rovers were not sold with locking wheel lugs from the factory. Whatever you have was added by ...
1973 series 111 military LR 1098/20/2006
  Q: I recently purchased this auto. Due to a leakly fuel tank, the previous owner removed one of the ...
  A: I'm not anexpert on military vehicles, but I suspect the dual tank setup is a custom modification ...
1994 LWB Classic8/20/2006
  Q: I have recently replaced my abs pump about 2 months ago. Since then I had noticed some pulling to ...
  A: You really need a Land Rover specialist to work on these cars. They have so many differences from ...
Disco 200 TDI Fuel guage fault8/19/2006
  Q: We have just purchased a J reg. 200 TDI and it constantly reads totally empty regarding fuel. The ...
  A: Helen, I am in the USA and I don't have wiring books for the UK cars. In out cars we have three ...
Sudden strange electrical problems8/19/2006
  Q: Ok...so I am camping up in Boundary Waters, MN by the CA/US border. Everything was fine the day ...
  A: It sounds like you have a failure in the bodycontrol module. You are welcome to go to ...
Range Rover Classic AC compressor not cycling...8/18/2006
  Q: When I ran my RRC's battery dead, I made the mistake of recharging the battery while it was still ...
  A: There is no computer for RRC AC. The cycling is just controlled by the pressure switches. Test ...
location, identification of serial link connector8/18/2006
  Q: greetings mr. robison i have a 1995 range rover county, lwb with the 4.2 engine. i have an engine ...
  A: Shut the key off, wait 2 minutes, unhook the battery, set 1 minute, reconnect and the code should be ...
Unexplained engine shutdown with acceleration8/17/2006
  Q: My problem related to a MY02 Freelander SE (2.5L V6 Petrol). Since about 82000km it has developed ...
  A: If no fault codes are set anything I say is just a guess. Rather than guess why don't you talk to ...
Steering column noise8/17/2006
  Q: just been reading your page. Do you ever sleep at nights? Here's a slight nuisance from my 1997 ...
  A: Sometimes you get noise from inside the column, from plastic rubbing ot the bushings, and it can be ...
Drive Shaft - Discovery SE 20018/17/2006
  Q: I've just been told that my drive shaft has to be replaced at a cost of $1000. The car only has ...
  A: Front drive shafts on Discovery II models do not have grease fittings, and they can fail suddenly. ...
Freelander Fault Code8/17/2006
  Q: My wife freelander's check engine light is on. Our friend, who owns a garage, read the codes for ...
  A: P1473 means the variable valves in your plastic intake manifold are stuck shut. LR has a kit to fix ...
Discovery Condensation8/16/2006
  Q: John, I have a 2001 Land Rover Discovery and I have a slight condensation leak via the passenger ...
  A: The drains for the air conditioner are two tubes that drop down on either side of the transmission, ...
Brakes and leaking8/16/2006
  Q: I own a 1999 Discovery Series II. We just recently had the 90k mile tune up where they checked ...
  A: I'm sorry to hear of your bad dealer experience. Look on www.rangerovers.net and see if they list ...
wet carpet under foor mat8/15/2006
  Q: Is it normal for the 2003 Landrover Discovery to leak water? Is it also normal for the floor to be ...
  A: It is not normal for these cars to leak water. Water under the floor mat may come from ...
Remote key fob locking8/15/2006
  Q: i have a 98 disco series 1 300 tdi i have had to change some fuses recently, one being the one for ...
  A: I believe your truck will have to be reprogrammed at the dealer. We have a slightly different ...
'97 Land Rover stuck in park8/15/2006
  Q: Hey - I have a '97 LandRover that is stuck in park. Everything was working fine when I left this ...
  A: If the brake lights are not working the car won't shift out of park. Start there. You will probably ...
Electrical8/14/2006
  Q: Radio started not working, just cut out and the red light started blinking… no codes…. Pressed any ...
  A: Check the fuse links by the battery and the fuse box power. If that's all good you will just have ...
Light Steering at Speed8/14/2006
  Q: I drive a 1994 V8 automatic landrover discovery. Recently I have noticed that above 70mph the ...
  A: You should check all the steering ball joints - there are four. Check the tire pressures - 30 in ...
Oil Change 2000 Disco II8/14/2006
  Q: I have a Disco II 2000, w/ 93000miles. 1. Wondering what name brand of oil is best (Castrol, Mobil ...
  A: 1. Wondering what name brand of oil is best (Castrol, Mobil 1, etc..) as well as what type of oil? ...
Land Rover Discovery Blower Motor8/13/2006
  Q: the blower motor in my Discovery Roars Loudly, it's OK at the lower speeds but gets progressively ...
  A: Discoveryblower motors are accessed from under the dash on the passenger side. You probably have a ...
a/c compressor8/13/2006
  Q: My a/c compressor shuts dowm on its own while the a/c is switched on despite the car being not run ...
  A: You need to find a mechanic who has the skills to test your system. The guys you've talked to are ...
ser11 disco 99 4ltr auto8/12/2006
  Q: I have the 3 amigo problem.Autologic said RHF wheel sensor. Cleared code. Same code Came back. ...
  A: The follow up appeared twice, once without the question. In addition to my last response - the pads ...
ser11 disco 99 4ltr auto8/12/2006
  Q: I have the 3 amigo problem.Autologic said RHF wheel sensor. Cleared code. Same code Came back. ...
  A: Pardon me, but what's the follow up question? You asked if I thought the loom was bad. I said the ...
refill automatic gearbox td5 20038/12/2006
  Q: could you please tell me where the filler plug is on my automatic gearbox
  A: The fill is on the side of the gearbox. It's filled from under the car while running. If you want ...
Disco 1 manual sunroof leak8/12/2006
  Q: Rear sunroof on 1998 300TDI leaks water into roof lining. I understand there are drain tubes, but I ...
  A: The drain tubes exit the sunroof assembly at the left and right front corners, going sideways to the ...
Range Rover Door Locks8/11/2006
  Q: I have a 1998 Range Rover P38 and the front door locks do not work from the remote control. The ...
  A: If the back door locks work fine that means you have a problem in the BECM - the $1,100 control ...
96 Land Rover Discovery8/11/2006
  Q: Vehicle will not start...I suspect it has something to do with the alarm system. I have tried ...
  A: If the alarm system has lost synchronization with the engine controller the truck is never going to ...
Speedometor flucuation8/11/2006
  Q: I recently purchased a used 1997 Discovery SE7 with 107,000 miles, and a couple of times on the ...
  A: Your speedometer is driven by a speed sensor on the transfer case. That same sensor tells the ...
TD5 Engine8/11/2006
  Q: I have just had a Discovery 2 (2002MY) Engine blew up on me. I've owned the vehicle since new it has ...
  A: I like Land Rovers so I'd probably fix it provided the rest of the vehicle is in good shape. Only ...
Buying a 95 disco8/10/2006
  Q: I am about to pick up a 95 disco, and wondering what major areas I should look at on the rover ...
  A: This Disco sounds like it has quite a few problems. It's been my experience that cars in the shape ...
landrover discovery II . 2000 4.0 l.V-8 95.000 miles.8/10/2006
  Q: I OWN A SMALL SHOP AND WORK PRIMARAILY ON GM CARS AND TRUCKS.I HAVE A 2000 LANDROVER DISCOVERY 2 IN ...
  A: If the Rover won't communicate with your scan tool it's possible there is a problem with the car but ...
99 Discovery O2 sensors8/10/2006
  Q: I have a 1999 Discovery, which I recently brought into the dealer for the 82,500 mi service. The ...
  A: The code you have points to a problem in the other downstream o2 sensor heater - the one the dealer ...
'91 Range Rover stalling problem8/10/2006
  Q: I'm having a stalling problem with my 1991 Range Rover V8 3.9L. It will die when idling, for example ...
  A: I think you need a shop that can actually find the problem, not just throw parts at it and guess. ...
Service Engine light8/9/2006
  Q: Is there a way I can turn off the service engine light on my 1996 Range Rover without going to the ...
  A: There is no way to reset the service light on a 96 Range Rover without the special LR test system. ...
2000 Disco II Air Conditioner Out8/8/2006
  Q: My air went out, checked the fuse, I had a blown 10 amp. Replaced fuse, turned on air, nothing ...
  A: If the fuse keeps blowing there must be a short somewhere. To find out what the fuse powers you ...
Changing Transmission Fluid8/8/2006
  Q: What is the average cost for changing transmission fluid?
  A: I don't quote prices because rates vary so much around the world, and capacities vary by model. ...
REFILLING RADIATOR Td5 19998/8/2006
  Q: I just want to know HOW TO drain the Radiator on a Td5 engine (Eng. No. 1-P18610A)and then how to ...
  A: You can drain the system by removing the lower hose. There are also drains in the engine block. ...
Discovery II brakes8/7/2006
  Q: -And your opinion of the 4.6 vs the 4.0 engine other than the obvious power ???Land Rover made 2 ...
  A: I'm not sure what to say other than the obvious power difference, as you put it. The two motors are ...
Land Rover Freelander Tdi Automatic transmission jerky and slipping8/7/2006
  Q: Can the evaluation by an Autologic or T4 test system be done on the gearbox while it is installed in ...
  A: Here in the USA, Land Rover suggests we replace gearboxes with factory exchange units because field ...
1995 range rover 4.0 radio security code8/7/2006
  Q: I have tried the radio code provided by the dealer and it seems to not be working. I do not get a ...
  A: Leave your car running 1.5 hours with the radio turned on and then try to enter the code. If that ...
Land Rover Freelander Tdi Automatic transmission jerky and slipping8/7/2006
  Q: I recently had the Automatic Transmission of my 2001 Freelander Tdi replaced. The replacement ...
  A: The problems you describe suggest a failing transmission. We have not had any success repairing ...
RR P38 DSE -97 Autobox and hot start problem.8/6/2006
  Q: My Range Rover (about 20.000km) revs up when changing from third to fourth gear (not when engageing ...
  A: Your transmission problem is probably an incipient failure within the clutches inside. If we had ...
electrical8/6/2006
  Q: Yesterday, my whole electrical system with the exception of my w/wipers, horn and flashers shut ...
  A: When the battery light comes on it does not mean you need a new battery. It means your battery is ...
2002 Freelander Please Help8/6/2006
  Q: My TC(traction control) and Hill Descent Control warning lights are coming on sometimes. They only ...
  A: April, there are many possible causes of those lights being on. The only way to know what's wrong ...
1995 lwb Range rover8/6/2006
  Q: power failure to seats, window, radio interior lights. and door locks. Vehicle will start but with ...
  A: First check your fuses and change any that are blown. Next, assuming you now have a charged battery ...
ground points8/5/2006
  Q: How do I measure resistance from chassis to ground? As for the fuses, yes we did check them and I ...
  A: With the car off, take an ohm meter and measure from the chassis of the vehicle (bare metal) to the ...
ground points8/5/2006
  Q: I have a 98 Land Rover Discovery series I. We have just replaced the alternator and now the radio ...
  A: You know the radio needs a security code, right? And you checked your fuses, right? If it's not a ...
Discovery 1999 TD5 back suspension drops8/5/2006
  Q: I have a discovery TD5 1999 whose back suspension drops when the car is stationary in some ...
  A: There is no home diagnosis of the air suspension. Your two options are to trust in the dealer's ...
Jump starting8/4/2006
  Q: I heard years ago that it's hard on your vehicle and you should avoid jump starting another vehicle ...
  A: Kara, I think you either had a pre existing battery problem or it's just your imagination. If the ...
Front Keyless entry. & Sunroof8/4/2006
  Q: Ok. for the latch's for the locks, i am quite mechanically inclined and would like to take on this ...
  A: No special tools are needed to replace the latches. It's just time consuming figuring out how to ...
Land Rover 1996 - oxygen sensor problem8/3/2006
  Q: John, I recently bought a 1996 Discovery with 114K miles. It ran fine around NYC for 2 wks and then ...
  A: The bank 2 sensor 2 fault will not result in the car failing to start. Furthermore, the bank 2 ...
Front Keyless entry. & Sunroof8/2/2006
  Q: Ok, here is the problem with my 2000 Disco II. 1. Keyless entry only unlocks and locks the back and ...
  A: 1. Keyless entry only unlocks and locks the back and rear doors with no problem. The driver and ...
2000 Disco8/2/2006
  Q: I have a 2000 disco and just got it checked for the fault codes which were: P1590 (Idle air control ...
  A: The codes you have to not point to any parts that should be changed, not even o2 sensors. The codes ...
Electrical Connundrums8/2/2006
  Q: I just bought a 1993 LR RR County (LWB) with just 58K. And while the engine is strong, there are ...
  A: 1) My back windows won't work from the door switch, but they work from the console. Where is the ...
Stategy to deal with engine codes8/1/2006
  Q: I have a Disco '95 which I am moments away from setting fire to...I wish! I have a problem that I ...
  A: Why would you think clearing the codes would accomplish anything? The codes are there because ...
Knocking noise in engine8/1/2006
  Q: I have the knocking noise when accelerating and took it to my mechanic who does my maintenance work. ...
  A: I don't think you'll need a new car over this. Noisy lifters are very common on older Land Rovers. ...
land rover disco 20018/1/2006
  Q: When I turn the ignition key on, my car will start, however, nothing else will work ie, air, clock, ...
  A: The ignition switch could be bad, or the body control unit, or one of the relays. You will probably ...
98 RR HSE Windshield washer problem8/1/2006
  Q: John, I found out that the windshield washers do not work on my 98 RR HSE that I have recently ...
  A: There are no relays for the washer pumps. They are powered by the BECM, the large box under the ...
ABS/TC/DHC7/31/2006
  Q: I have a 2000 Land Rover and the ABS/TC/DHC lights are on. Do you have any idea what may be causing ...
  A: All three lights together means you have a problem with a part that's common to all systems. In ...
2000 LR DISCO II LOCKED GEAR SHIFTER7/31/2006
  Q: Mr. Robinson, I request your advice before I take my vehicle in for repair (particularly to LR ...
  A: I seem to be asked this question regularly. 1 - Brake light fuse may be blown. If so, you may have ...
D2 - Wet floor & radio update7/29/2006
  Q: 1 - It's been unusually rainy and humid recently, and the front passenger carpet of my 2000 Disco2 ...
  A: 1 - It's been unusually rainy and humi