Range Rover Classic
MAINTENANCE
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MAINTENANCE
RENEW FUEL FILTER - V8
WARNING: Ensure that fuel handling
precautions given in Section 01 -
Introduction regarding fuel handling are
strictly adhered to when carrying out following
instructions.
See INTRODUCTION, Information,
Fuel Handling Precautions
WARNING: The spilling of fuel is
unavoidable during this operation. Ensure
that all necessary precautions are taken to
prevent fire and explosion.
1. Depressurise fuel system.
See FUEL SYSTEM,
Repair, Depressurising Fuel system
2. The fuel line filter is located on right hand
chassis side member forward of fuel tank filler
neck. Access to filter is gained through right
hand rear wheel arch.
3. Thoroughly clean area around hose connections
to prevent ingress of foreign matter into fuel
system.
4. Loosen two fuel unions and remove hoses from
filter canister.
5. Release securing bolt and bracket, remove filter
from chassis side member.
6. Fit a new filter observing direction of flow arrow
on canister.
7. Fit inlet and outlet hoses. Tighten to
30 Nm.
8. Refit fuel pump relay.
9. Reconnect battery negative lead.
10. Recode radio.
11. Start engine and inspect hose connections for
fuel leaks.
ABS VEHICLES - CHECK ROAD WHEEL SPEED
SENSOR ELECTRICAL HARNESS FOR DAMAGE
RENEW OXYGEN SENSORS
See EMISSION CONTROL, Repair, Lambda
(Oxygen) Sensor
RENEW CATALYTIC CONVERTERS
See MANIFOLD AND EXHAUST SYSTEM, Repair,
Exhaust System Complete