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    							CONTENTS
    SECTION 1Introduction.......................................................... 1
    SECTION 2Controls & instruments........................................ 7
    SECTION 3Driving & operating............................................. 43
    SECTION 4Owner maintenance............................................. 73
    SECTION 5Workshop maintenance........................................ 109
    SECTION 6General data......................................................... 125
    SECTION 7Parts & accessories............................................... 135
    SECTION 8Off-road driving.................................................... 139
    Index..................................................................... 153
    In-car entertainment
    As part of the Land Rover environmental policy, this publication is printed on paper
    made from elemental chlorine free pulp.
    Publication No. LRL 0180ENG
    Ó1998 Rover Group Limited 
    						
    							1 OWNERS HANDBOOK
    This handbook covers all current versions of
    the Land Rover Defender 90 and, together
    with the Service Portfolio, provides all the
    information you need to derive maximum
    pleasure from owning and driving your new
    vehicle.
    For convenience, the handbook is divided into
    sections, each dealing with a particular aspect
    of driving or caring for the vehicle. Sections
    are listed on the contents page and you will
    find it worthwhile to take a little time to read
    each one, and get to know your Defender as
    soon as you possibly can. Remember, the
    more you understand before you drive, the
    greater the satisfaction once you are seated
    behind the steering wheel.
    Land Rover operates a policy of constant product
    improvement and, therefore, reserves the right to change
    specifications without notice at any time. Whilst every effort
    is made to ensure complete accuracy of the information in
    this handbook, no liabilities for inaccuracies or the
    consequences thereof can be accepted by the manufacturer
    or the dealer, except in respect of personal injury caused by
    the negligence of the manufacturer or the dealer.
    All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be
    reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted, in
    any form, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording,
    or other means without prior written permission from
    Rover Group Limited.
    SECTION 1
    Introduction
    Section Contents Page
    Service Portfolio 3..........................................
    Warning labels 3.............................................
    Vehicle identification number 4.......................
    Anti-theft precautions 4..................................
    Breakdown safety code 5................................ 
    						
    							2 
    						
    							Introduction
    3 SERVICE PORTFOLIO
    The Service Portfolio book included in your
    literature pack, contains important vehicle
    identification information, details of your
    entitlement under the terms of the Land Rover
    warranty, as well as useful consumer advice.
    Most important of all, however, is the section
    on maintenance. This outlines the servicing
    requirements for your vehicle, as well as
    incorporating the service record slips, which
    the dealer should sign and stamp to certify
    that routine services have been carried out at
    the recommended intervals.
    WARNING
    Safety warnings are included in this
    handbook. These indicate either a procedure
    which must be followed precisely, or
    information that should be considered with
    great care in order to avoid the possibility of
    personal injury or serious damage to the
    vehicle.WARNING LABELS ATTACHED TO THE
    VEHICLE
    Warning labels attached to your
    vehicle bearing this symbol
    mean: DO NOT touch or adjust
    components until you have read the relevant
    instructions in the handbook.
    Warning labels showing this
    symbol indicate that the ignition
    system utilises very high
    voltages. DO NOT touch any ignition
    components while the starter switch is
    turned on!
    WARNING
    Your vehicle has a higher ground clearance
    and, therefore, a higher centre of gravity
    than ordinary passenger cars. This will
    result in different handling characteristics.
    Inexperienced drivers should take additional
    care, particularly in off-road driving
    situations and when performing abrupt
    manoeuvres on unstable surfaces. 
    						
    							Introduction
    4 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN)
    If you need to communicate with a Land
    Rover dealer, you may be asked to quote the
    Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
    The VIN and recommended maximum vehicle
    weights (dependent on market) is stamped on
    a plate, located in the drivers footwell (this
    should also match the VIN recorded in the
    Service Porfolio book). The
    In addition, as a deterrent to car thieves and to
    assist the police, the VIN is also stamped on a
    plate visible through the left side of the
    windscreen.
    A.Type approval
    B.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
    C.Gross vehicle weight (where required)
    D.Gross train weight (where required)
    E.Maximum front axle load (where required)
    F.Maximum rear axle load (where required)
    NOTE:In the interests of safety, it is essential
    that the gross vehicle weight, gross train
    weight and axle loads are NOT exceeded. For
    further information see General data.ANTI-THEFT PRECAUTIONS
    While it may be difficult to deter the
    professional car thief, the majority of thefts
    are carried out by unskilled opportunists.
    Therefore, take vehicle security very seriously
    and ALWAYS adopt this simple five point
    drill whenever you leave your vehicle - even
    for just a few minutes:
    ·Fully close all the windows and the
    sunroof (if fitted).
    ·Remove your valuable belongings (or hide
    them out of sight).
    ·Remove the starter key.
    ·Engage the steering lock (by slightly
    turning the wheel until it locks).
    ·Lock all the doors and arm the alarm.
    Thieves are attracted to vulnerable vehicles.
    Even if you have followed the five point drill,
    there is still much you can do to make your
    vehicle a less inviting target.
    BE SAFE NOT SORRY!
    ·Park where your vehicle can easily be seen
    by householders and passers-by.
    ·At night, park in well lit areas and avoid
    deserted or dimly lit side streets.
    ·At home, if you have a garage, use it - and
    NEVER leave the keys in the vehicle.
    ·Do not keep important vehicle documents
    (or spare keys) in the vehicle - these are a
    real bonus for the thief. 
    						
    							Introduction
    5 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
    Remember the breakdown
    safety code
    If a breakdown occurs while travelling:-
    ·Wherever possible, consistent with
    road safety and traffic conditions,
    the vehicle should be moved off the
    main thoroughfare, preferably into a
    lay-by. If a breakdown occurs on a
    motorway, pull well over to the
    inside of the hard shoulder.
    ·Switch on hazard lights.
    ·If possible, position a warning
    triangle or a flashing amber light at
    an appropriate distance from the
    vehicle to warn other traffic of the
    breakdown (note the legal
    requirements of some areas in this
    respect).
    ·Consider evacuating passengers
    through the nearside doors onto the
    verge as a precaution in case your
    Defender is struck by another
    vehicle. 
    						
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    							7 In this section of the handbook you will find
    descriptions of the controls and instruments
    on your vehicle.
    For your own safety, it is most important to
    read this section fully and to gain a thorough
    understanding of all the controls before
    driving.
    SECTION 2
    Controls & instruments
    Section Contents Page
    Controls 9.......................................................
    Locks & alarm 11...........................................
    Seats 20.........................................................
    Seat belts 22...................................................
    Instruments 26...............................................
    Warning lights 27...........................................
    Lights & indicators 30....................................
    Wipers & washers 32.....................................
    Switches 34....................................................
    Windows 35...................................................
    Sunroof 36.....................................................
    Heating & ventilation 37.................................
    Air conditioning 40.........................................
    Interior equipment 41..................................... 
    						
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