Land Rover Discovery: Standard Workshop Practices
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When working on a vehicle in the workshop always make sure that:
Where practicable, the parking brake is applied and the wheels are
securely chocked to prevent the vehicle moving forwards or backwa
COMPONENT REMOVAL
Whenever possible, clean components and the surrounding area before
removal.
Blank off openings exposed by component removal.
Following disconnection, seal fuel, oil or hydraulic
All gaskets should be installed dry unless stated otherwise. Always apply the
specified lubricant to O-rings and install O-rings using the fingers only.
Use gasket removal spray and/or plastic scrape
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Always fit replacement tyres of
the same type, and wherever
possible, of the same make and
tread pattern. Failure to fit the
same type, make and tread
pattern may reduce vehicle
stability.
The load and speed index ratings
on all replacement tyres must be,
at least, the same specification
Installation
Dress the flanges where necessary
Using the old B-pillar outer panel for reference measure, mark and
cut the new B-pillar outer panel where the Metal Inert Gas (MIG)
welded butt joints are to be made as indicated.
Offer up the new B-pillar outer panel and clamp into position.