Land Rover Discovery: Tyre repair kit
TYRE REPAIR KIT
If you are in any doubt regarding
your ability to carry out the
instructions, contact a Retailer/
Authorised Repairer before
attempting the repair.
For vehicles not supplied with a spare
wheel, there will be a tyre repair kit under
the loadspace floor panel.
The tyre repair kit can be
used to repair one punctured tyre and it
is essential that you read the complete
tyre repair kit section of this handbook
before attempting to repair a tyre.
The tyre repair kit will seal most punctures
with a maximum diameter of 6 mm.
Note: The sealant used in the tyre repair
kit has a shelf life and the expiry date is
shown on the tyre sealant bottle. Make
sure that the container is replaced before
the expiry date. Also make sure that the
sealant is renewed after each use.
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- Compressor.
- Sealant bottle.
- Locking wheel nut adaptor.
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Some tyre damage may only be
partially sealed, or may not seal
at all, depending on the amount
and type of damage. Any loss of
tyre pressure can seriously affect
vehicle safety.
Do not use the
Check the tyre's sidewall before
inflation. If there are any cracks,
bumps, or similar damage, do not
attempt to inflate the tyre. Do not
stand directly beside the tyre
while the compressor is
When driving the vehicle, if you
experience vibrations, abnormal
steering, or noises, reduce speed
immediately. Drive with extreme
caution at reduced speed, to the
first safe place to stop the
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CAUTION:
Never improvise lifting tackle.
There is always a danger when loads are lifted or suspended. Never work
under an unsupported, suspended or raised load, for example a suspended
engine.
Always make sure that lifting equipment such as jacks, hoists, axle stands
and slings are adequate and sui
Removal
NOTES:
Some variation in the illustrations may occur, but the essential
information is always correct.
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Disconnect the ground cable.
Refer to: Specifications (414-01, Specifications).
NOTE:
LH illustration shown, RH is