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

Engine runs cold

Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender V8i Workshop Manual Supplement
Section
Fault diagnosis › Engine runs cold
Cooling systemEngine runs cold

ENGINE RUNS COLD

Before conducting any cooling system diagnosis: See Description and operation, Engine cooling

  1. Check operation of viscous unit. See Description and operation, Viscous Fan Is viscous unit operating correctly? NO - See Repair, Viscous coupling YES - Continue.
  2. Is thermostat correct type and operating? See Repair, Thermostat If problem is not diagnosed: Continue.
  3. Are the air conditioning fans operating continuously? YES - See Electrical Trouble Shooting Manual. NO - Continue.
  4. Is temperature sender and gauge giving accurate readings? Substitute parts and compare readings. If problem is not diagnosed repeat tests, starting at 1.

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