Workshop Manuals Factory service & repair Land Rover
01 Introduction02 General specification data03 Engine tuning data04 General fitting reminders05 Lubricants, fluids and capacities06 Maintenance07 Engine08 Emission control09 Fuel system10 Cooling system11 Manifold and exhaust system12 Transfer gearbox13 Automatic gearbox14 Rear axle and final drive15 Front axle and final drive16 Steering17 Brakes18 Chassis and body19 Air conditioning20 Electrical21 Instruments
Land Rover Defender V8i Workshop Manual Supplement10 · Cooling system
10 · Engine

Coolant requirements drain and refill (page 2 of 2)

Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender V8i Workshop Manual Supplement
Section
Adjustment
Cooling systemCoolant requirements drain and refill · page 2 of 2

NOTE: It is not possible to drain all coolant retained in heater system.

NOTE: It is not possible to drain all coolant retained in heater system.
  1. Remove engine drain plugs beneath exhaust manifolds and allow coolant to drain from engine.

Refill

  1. Fit drain plugs to engine.
  2. Connect hose to coolant pump and secure with clip.
  3. Fit viscous coupling. See Repair, viscous coupling
  4. Pour correct solution of water and anti-freeze into expansion tank until radiator is full.
  5. Start engine and run until normal operating temperature is reached.
  6. Top up coolant level as necessary.
  7. Fit NEW ’O’ ring to radiator filler plug.
  8. Fit radiator filler plug and tighten to 6 Nm (4 lbf.ft).
  9. Fit expansion tank filler cap.
  10. Allow engine to cool and check coolant level.
  11. Top-up expansion tank until level reaches seam.
  12. Remove container.

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