Land Rover Discovery: Steering Column Diagnosis and
Testing
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Inspection and verification
PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
For a detailed description of the Steering System and operation, refer to the
relevant Description and Operation section of the workshop manual
Pinpoint tests
NOTE:
The steering wheel heater will not operate if the engine is not
running.
NOTES:
An infra-red thermometer is used during this test.
The steering wheel temperature should have in
REMOVAL
NOTES:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
The steering wheel is shown removed for clarity.
Left hand drive illustration(s) shown, Right hand drive is similar
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COMPONENT LOCATION
Selector lever assembly
Manual transmission
OVERVIEW
The ME66EH50 manual transmission is a 6 speed unit. The transmission is a
highly compact 4 shaft design, incorporating the front final drive gear. The
transmission is capable of transferring high torque from the engine to
REMOVAL
NOTES:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Make sure the ignition is OFF at all times during the replacement
procedure.
Refer to: Interior Rear View Mirror (501-09 Rear View Mirrors,
Removal and Installation).
INSTALLATION
NOTES:
Make sure the rain/li