Range Rover Classic
V8i
3
REPAIR
Test
6. Note rating of thermostat is 88˚C. Place
thermostat in a container half full of water. Heat
water, observe temperature at which thermostat
opens. Thermostat is satisfactory if it opens
between 85˚C and 89˚C.
Refit
7. Insert thermostat with jiggle pin/vent hole
uppermost (12 o’clock position).
8. Fit the outlet elbow and new joint washer.
Tighten to
28 Nm.
9. Reverse removal procedure. 1 to 3.
10. Check for coolant leaks around all connections
and joint faces.
WATER PUMP
Service repair no - 26.50.01
Remove
WARNING: Disconnect battery negative
terminal to prevent engine being started
before removing or adjusting drive belts.
1. Drain engine cooling system.
See Adjustment,
Coolant
2. Remove fan blades and pulley.
See Viscous
Coupling, Fan Blades, Pulley and Fan Cowl
3. Disconnect inlet hose from water pump.
4. Remove water pump bolts.
5. Remove water pump and joint washer.
Refit
6. Lightly grease new joint washer, position on
timing cover.
7. Clean threads of all long bolts and coat with
Loctite 572 thread lubricant-sealant.
8. Locate water pump in position. Tighten
remaining water pump housing bolts evenly to
28 Nm.
9. Reverse removal procedure. 1 to 3.
10. Check for coolant leaks around all hose
connections and joint faces.
