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Land Rover Defender Technical Bulletins02 · Engine
02 · Engine

Engine oil level low

Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender Technical Bulletins
Section
Engine oil level low › Engine oil level low
EngineEngine oil level low

ENGINE OIL LEVEL LOW

Model
Discovery Series II Defender 99MY
Affected vehicles
All diesel vehicles with Td5 engine
Date
1999-07-21
Reference
Bulletin 0018, CDS ref L8546bu
Engine Oil Level Low – bulletin page 1

Bulletin text

Discovery Series II Defender 99MY

AFFECTED RANGE:

All diesel vehicles with Td5 engine

PROBLEM:

ENGINE OIL LEVEL LOW

The oil level is perceived to be low on the dipstick.

CAUSE:

After running or topping up, engine oil retained in the cylinder head is slow to drain to the sump.

ACTION:

When checking the oil level on an engine which has been running, use the following procedure, which is identical to that described in the Owners Handbook .

• = Switch off the engine and let vehicle stand for five minutes to allow the oil to drain back to the sump. = • = Check the oil level on the dipstick. = • = If it is necessary to add oil, re-check the level after a further five minutes.

PARTS INFORMATION:

Not applicable

WARRANTY CLAIMS: Not applicable

Bulletin N o : 0018 L8546bu 1 21.07.99

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