Recent content by HowitzerUK

I've trawled this site and others, but I've not seen anyone else with the ABS fault 2-8 "In system relay, there is no solenoid valve supply." Have I blown a fuse? Popped a relay? Shafted the ABS unit? Any pointers from someone who's seen this one before would be greatly appreciated!

As title, when winding up my drivers (RHD) electric window, it won't stop pushing when it gets to the top. If I hold the button too long it makes a horrible "thunk thunk thunk" noise. '98 Disco 1

Ignition barrel it my best guess at the moment, it's all a bit loose in that area. It's had a new one at some point (different key to doors) and I don't think it was put back together very well.

Well this is embarrassing. Turns out I was being too ham fisted with the key! Use a gentler touch and it fires up no problem! Thanks for all the replies, I'll keep it all in mind for next time something goes wrong (and it's not the ignition barrel...)

Just bought this one, and it's a little difficult to get started! Video below shows the problem (it's only 38 seconds, but the first 10 show the problem). So, bad earth or bad starter?

Hello, Just introducing myself, this is my first Land Rover, I've just bought a '97 Discovery 300tdi and I already adore it, when it starts... But I'll make a post in the Discovery forum for that! I'm living in the Sidmouth area and have always wanted a Disco to play with, saw this one and...