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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Side Panel Sheet
Metal Repairs B-pillar
Reinforcement (G1770905) - Installation
Installation
Dress the flanges where necessary.
Detach the upper and lower B-pillar reinforcement spot welds from
the new ring frame as indicated.
Separate the joints and remove the B-pillar reinforcement from the
ring frame as indicated.
Offer up the new B-pillar reinforcement and clamp
Checking the engine oil level
Check the engine oil weekly. If any
significant or sudden drop in oil
level is noted, seek qualified
assistance.
Never allow the oil level to fall
below the lower mark or notch on
the dipstick.
If the message ENGINE OIL
PRESSURE LOW is displayed, stop
the engine as soon as it is safe to
