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Hi, Advise appreciated. For some time it has been pretty noticeable when the EAS compressor kicks in and out (audible and vibration). Is this typical? It is possible to buy replacement rubber mounts has anyone changed their mounts? Did it make a significant difference? Rave has a tech bull on...

Hi, I thought I'd share a recent mishap with my P38a DT. Driving home Wednesday evening I heard a muffled bang from the engine compartment and noticed some debris coming out from the back of the vehicle so I pulled over to take a look to see coolant pouring out of the radiator. Also some of the...

Hi, I think I need to test the height sensors on my '96 P38a which I was going to do by measuring the resistance as the arm moves. Is it sufficient to just disable the suspension by leaving a door open or do I need to do more e.g. disconnect the battery before disconnecting and removing the...

I have a '96 P38A DT manual and have noticed a slightly rattle-like noise when accelerating around the 1600rpm mark, not really noticeable in 5th. Poking about underneath I noticed that if a push on the front propshaft at the transfer box end there is a bit of play. The play is not in the...

Hi, I think my P38A diesel is running a bit cool (temp gauge never gets much off the blue zone). Before going down the route of replacing the stat I wondered if it is the viscous fan. How easily should the fan turn when the engine is cold? I expected it to rotate pretty freely but even giving it...

I have decided to replace the rather tired gear shift gaiter in my manual P38 which requires removing the gear knob but how do I do this? The workshop manual doesn't explain, I assumed it would screw off but if this is the case it is extremely tight. TIA and Happy New Year

Hi, My P38A diesel has recently developed a problem of poor starting when cold I'd appreciate advice on. It seems to need at least two sessions on the glow plugs and several seconds (about 20+) cranking before it will fire up. Once started it's fine. I've replaced the leak off pipes but that...

Hi, I need to bleed the brakes on my P38A DT and I'd appreciate some clarification of the instruction for doing the rear calipers. The instructions say: 16. Bleed each of rear calipers, starting with driver's side caliper first, then repeating steps 16 to 18 for rear passenger side caliper. Open...

Hi, I was wondering if anyone could confirm what are the correct rear brake pads for my 96 P38 DT? I have been supplied with Mintex MDB1401 replacement pads but these aren't listed on the Mintex site for this vehicle (they have MDB2470)! The back plate looks identical to the old pads but the...

Hi, I've just replaced the rear discs and pads on my 96 P38 DT and decided to renew the brake fluid. I followed the instructions in the workshop manual but hit a problem when I got to the rear brakes. According to the manual I turn on the ignition and press the brake peddle and the fluid should...

Hi, The front n/s corner of my '96 P38 DT tends to sit higher than the other corners and occasionally the n/s will be noticably higher than the o/s when left on the level. I'd like to test the height sensor(s) output to see if any needs replacing. Any advice on how to do this please? If the...

Hi, Just recently my '96 2.5DT has started getting air in the clear plastic fuel pipe that's between the filter and the FIP which can make it difficult to start. I've replaced this pipe but it made no difference. I'm going to fit a non-return valve which from previous posts should help but...

Hi, It looks like I need to replace the airbags on my '96 P38. I'd rather not fork out to have them done but I haven't done this before so I have a couple of queries on the job. I had a quick look last night and can see the retaining pins are well and truly corroded in so I guess its a case...

Hi, I've a couple of questions about replacing the serpentine belt I'd appreciate help with. I've decided its about time I replaced the serpentine belt on my P38a diesel. It looks like I should be able to feed the new belt between the fan and the fan cowling without having to take the fan...

Hi, Does anyone have a recommendation on how to DIY clean out the intercooler on an early P38 diesel please? I believe this should be done at 48k miles so mine as tad overdue. What cleaner should I use? I have been told you can use brake cleaner which you slosh about and then wash out with...

Hi, I have an early P38 DT which suffers from engine vibration/shake not too serious but annoying. This happens anywhere between 1200 and 1500rpm when the engine isn't working very hard, it feels like the engine is only running on half the cylinders. It idles fine and runs fine above 1500rpm...

Hi, There seems to have been a couple of questions recently about the ease of replacing the RF receiver. This is quite straightforward, my one observation (based on experience) is when removing and refitting the shelf panel be very careful not to catch it on the trim panel on the window pillar...

Hi, I need to change the oil in my '96 P38a manual gearbox and so far have used MTF as this is what LR use - so I'm told. It has been suggested to me by an independent LR garage to use ATF (i.e. same fluid as for transfer box) in the gearbox - 'its better for the bearings' I was told. Does...

Hi, Following on from a previous thread about tracking my P38 diesel seems to wear the front tyres on the inside (I guess it needs the tracking looked at) what puzzles me is that the driver's side wheel is significantly more worn on it's inside edge than the passenger side. Does this suggest...

Hi, I have an early P38 DT. Following on from an earlier thread about the P38 alarm system, this must have its own battery (cos it goes off if you disconnect the main battery). Is there a recommended period after which this battery needs replacing? If so, what does it involve? How...