Defender 90 (LD) V8-4.0L (1997)
Seals and Gaskets: All Technical Service Bulletins
Rear Stub Axle Seal - Leaks Oil
12/31/96
51/06/96/US
SUBJECT:
PRIDE - Rear Stub Axle Seal: New Part Introduction
MODEL:
Discovery
Discovery
Defender
AFFECTED VEHICLES:
LP
LH
up to VA544303
LJ
up to VA714242
LD
up to VA102694
DETAIL
On 1994-96 Discovery vehicles the rear stub axle oil seals may leak. The following procedure has been developed to replace the stub axle seal with an
improved design. If the stub axle seal is observed to be leaking, the stub axle seal on the opposite side of the axle must also be replaced.
The diagnostic steps and repair procedures detailed in this bulletin were developed as an element of the Land Rover Way OPERATION PRIDE. This
TIB provides a library location for PRIDE information within the Land Rover North America technical literature system.
ACTION REQUIRED
Upon customer complaint for the symptoms outlined, perform the specified repairs.
PARTS INFORMATION
FTC5268 - Stub Axle Oil Seal (qty. 1 per wheel)
FTC3648 - Gasket (qty. 1 per wheel)
571752 - Gasket Rear (qty. 1 per wheel)
FTC3650 - Gasket Rear (qty. 1 per wheel)
FTC3185 - Key washer (qty. 1 per wheel)
FTC3179 - Lock washer (qty. 1 per wheel)
Locally sourced items:
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Gear Oil, GL4 or GL5
PROCEDURE