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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PART(S)
REMOVAL
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Disconnect the battery ground cable.
Refer to: Specifications (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables,
Specifications).
WARNING:
Make sure to support the vehicle with axle stands.
Raise and
The valve block is located in a vertical position at the front of the
transmission main casing, behind a sealed cover. The valve block contains a
number of solenoids and spool valves to control the transmission operation.
The solenoids are controlled by the TCM to provide gear changes and
smooth t