New Discoveries

Hi there, just introducing myself and sometimes hubby . As from today we are the proud first time owners of a discovery GS 2001.

So hello to everyone

we would like to know what we should be doing to look after this ace motor. It has done 91000 miles. Looks like little jobs have been done and it has been relatively well looked after. we want to do it proud and give it a good start with us. So what would be the first suggestions to check/lubricate/top up etc. We are total beginners but always eager to learn

Curtosy of thebiglad
For starters

Hi Nathan, I always start at the front and work my way back, so:

1. Cooling system - empty coolant, flush rad, and engine, replace any pipes that don't inspire confidence, replace the thermostat, refill with pink OAT coolant.

2. Braking - replace front discs and pads unless very new looking, replace brake fluid.

3. Engine - de-EGR, De-Cat, clean AAP/MAP, engine oil and both oil filters, airfilter, replace the injector harness, clean and monitor ECU red plug, check/replace front camshaft oil seal, check fuel cooler seals and replace as necessary, check FPR seals and replace as necessary.

4. Steering - replace fluid, check/replace pipes (they wear through near the engine sump lip, check/replace track rod/tie rod ball joints,

5. Front diff - oil change, check breather,

6. Gearboxes - change fluids and filters (where applicable)

7. Front prop - remove, examine, grease if poss, renovate if necessary

8. ACE - check/replace pipes, replace valve block filter

9. Rear prop - check/replace/grease U/j and sliding joint, replace rubber 'doughnut'

10. Renovate rear brakes

11. Replace fuel filter

12. Take out in-tank fuel pump and clean internal filter


Sorry mate I'm bored now,

Cheers
Dave

change all oils at least yearly on average miles,axles ,transfer box ,gear box ,engine and other fluids as specified .your own diagnostic kit like hawkeye will save you money in the long run ,check for fuel leak on rear drivers side of engine and oil in plug under front of rocker box