Land Rover Discovery: Vehicle Specific Information and Tolerance Checks Tailgate Alignment
ADJUSTMENT
NOTE:
Some variation in the illustrations may occur, but the essential information is always correct.
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With the liftgate closed, check the alignment of the liftgate to the roof panel and bodyside panel. The liftgate should be central in its aperture.
Refer to: Body and Frame (501-26 Body Repairs - Vehicle Specific Information and Tolerance Checks, Description and Operation).
Remove the rear spoiler.
Refer to: Rear Spoiler (501-08 Exterior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
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Loosen, but do not remove the liftgate hinge bolts.
NOTES:
- Make sure that the tailgate is flush with the fender at point 1.
- Make sure that the tailgate is recessed by 1.5 mm in relation to the fender, at point 2.
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Position the liftgate central to the aperture.
Refer to: Body and Frame (501-26 Body Repairs - Vehicle Specific Information and Tolerance Checks, Description and Operation).
Tighten the liftgate hinge bolts.
Torque: 24 Nm
Install the spoiler.
Refer to: Rear Spoiler (501-08 Exterior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
Check for correct operation of the liftgate, and if necessary adjust the liftgate striker.
Refer to: Liftgate Striker Adjustment (501-14 Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems, General Procedures).
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Tolerance ChecksVehicle Specific Information and
Tolerance Checks
Rear Door
Alignment
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Vehicle Specific Information and
Tolerance Checks
Rear Door
Alignment
CHECK
Check all trims are located and fitted correctly before performing
this procedure.
NOTE:
The rear quarter panel is a fixed point, all alignment
checks must start from the rear quarter panel.
Che
Vehicle Specific Information and
Tolerance Checks
Hood Alignment
CHECK
Check the gap and profiles of the hood are correct.
ADJUSTMENT
NOTE:
Carry out this step for both sides.
Align the hood gap and profile to the front fender as illustrated.
Align the hood g
Vehicle Specific Information and
Tolerance Checks
Front Door
Alignment
CHECK
Check all trims are located and fitted correctly before performing
this procedure.
NOTE:
The rear quarter panel is a fixed point, all alignment
checks must start from the rear quarter panel.
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Suspended Loads
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
Tyre pressure monitoring system
(TPMS)
TPMS provides a low pressure
warning and does not re-inflate
your tyres. Tyre pressures should
be checked regularly, using an
accurate pressure gauge when the
tyres are cold.
TPMS can NOT register damage
to a tyre. Regularly check the
condition of your tyres, especially
if the vehicle is
