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Technical Service Bulletins

Released 3/22/2012
Squeaks & Rattles Kit Availability

Released 9/28/2005
Maintenance Fluid Specifications for "Legacy" Land Rover Vehicles

TSB Description

Released 7/25/2003
New Style ‘Crucifix’ Seals

Released 10/11/2002
Sealing Cam Bore and Galley Plugs

Released 6/15/2001
Transmission Oil Leak

Released 10/22/1999
Transmission-Cooler Flushing Kit

Released 3/6/1998
Measurement of Transmission Fluid Levels

Released 1/30/1998
Service Action Oil Pressure Switch Replacement

Released 12/1/1997
Inlet Manifold Valley Gasket- Leak

Released 6/6/1997
Winter PDI Oil Change Time Limits

Released 12/7/1996
Engine Oil Winter Driving Specification

Released 12/1/1995
V8 Engine - Rear End Oil Leaks Diagnosis

Released 5/5/1995
Re-Fit of Alloy Roadwheels

Released 11/2/1994
Engine Oil Specification and Starting Procedure Cold Climate/Winter Use

Released 6/17/1994
Air Conditioning-CFC Free Refrigerant (R134a)

Released 11/19/2013
Squeaks & Rattles Kit Availability

Released 3/22/2012
Squeaks & Rattles Kit Availability

TSB Description

Released 6/14/2011
Heated Rear Screen Heater Element Repair

Released 6/23/2005
Water Ingress at Lower Door Seal

Released 7/26/2002
New Headliner Components and Installation Procedure

Released 12/23/1998
Tail Lamp Water Ingress

Released 9/11/1998
New “A” Pillar Replacement Trim

Released 3/6/1998
Front Seat Rattle or Rocking

Released 3/6/1998
Use of Testbook Port 1 Loopback Connector – DTC0066A

Released 2/13/1998
TestBook Maintenance and Program Upgrade CDs

Released 1/30/1998
Land Rover Paint Codes and Colors

Released 9/19/1997
Side Window Clips Adrift

Released 8/22/1997
Service Action Rear Lashing Ring Bolt Replacement

Released 8/20/1997
Gear Selector Inoperative - ‘E’ Clip Broken

Released 4/25/1997
Defender Convertible Top “B” Pillar Stiffener Kit

Released 10/11/1996
Information Required by TestBook Helpline

Released 4/19/1996
TestBook Information Bulletin- Introduction TB 001/96/US

Released 3/8/1996
Rear Support Whistle

Released 2/9/1996
Front Seatback Upholstery Damage

Released 8/11/1995
Hood Release Mechanism - Stiff - Seized - Cable Snapped.

Released 7/21/1995
Sliding Windows / Door Top Repair

Released 4/15/1994
Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) Questions and Answers

Released 1/7/1994
Water Ingress-Front Footwell

Released 9/28/2005
Maintenance Fluid Specifications for "Legacy" Land Rover Vehicles

Released 12/10/1999
Brake Line Bracket Modification Upon Differential Replacement

TSB Description

Released 12/31/1996
PRIDE - Rear Hub Seal Replacement

Released 9/28/2005
Maintenance Fluid Specifications for "Legacy" Land Rover Vehicles

Released 12/1/1997
Inlet Manifold Valley Gasket- Leak

TSB Description

Released 6/20/1997
New Inlet Manifold Gasket

Released 12/3/1995
Oil Cooler Pipe Leak At Front Cover

Released 7/18/2007
Improved Air Conditioner Reliability

Released 9/11/2006
Speaker Vibration or Rattle Noise Diagnosis

TSB Description

Released 4/6/2001
RECALL GEMS Software Correction

Released 3/3/2000
Quiescent Current Draw

Released 5/21/1999
A/C Clutch Link Harness Installation

Released 12/23/1998
Tail Lamp Water Ingress

Released 10/23/1998
Difficult Differential Lock Selection

Released 10/2/1998
Multi-Function Unit Wiring

Released 7/17/1998
Clicking in 10AS Control Unit

Released 2/13/1998
TestBook Maintenance and Program Upgrade CDs

Released 1/30/1998
Service Action Oil Pressure Switch Replacement

Released 10/6/1997
PRIDE V 6-26 Clarion CD Changer Cleaning and Eject Procedure

Released 9/19/1997
Hazard Circuit Flasher Failure

Released 9/19/1997
Replacement Battery Installation

Released 9/19/1997
Audio Harness Installation

Released 7/3/1997
PRIDE-Troubleshooting & Repair of Poor Connections

Released 4/25/1997
Mass Air Flow Sensor Harness Connector

Released 4/25/1997
Defender Rear Speaker Wiring Modification

Released 12/31/1996
PRIDE - Audio Noise - T weeter

Released 10/11/1996
Fuel Pump/Operation - Fuse

Released 10/1/1996
PDI - Installation of Wiper Blades

Released 9/8/1996
Battery Label Recall

Released 7/1/1996
TestBook Adaptor - DTC0027

Released 1/1/1996
PRIDE - 14CUX Coil Connections

Released 10/11/1995
Clarion Radio - Fault Codes

Released 6/30/1995
Auxiliary Heater Fuse Failure

Released 3/17/1995
Cold Start - Service Action H855

Released 2/14/1995
Cold Start

Released 9/16/1994
Pioneer Audio System - Preventing ‘ No Fault Found’ (NFF)

Released 4/15/1994
Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) Questions and Answers

Released 4/11/1994
Cranks-No Start/Hesitation When Driving

Released 3/4/1994
V8i Petrol Engine - Misfire/Stumble

Released 2/9/1994
Poor Start or Non Start Related To Ignition Module Failure

Released 1/1/1994
Reverse Lights Intermittant Operation

Released 2/12/2010
TestBook/T4 Best Practice

Released 7/18/1997
Air Intake Hose Improvements

TSB Description

Released 3/22/1996
Stalling/Poor Idle/Surging

Released 11/4/1994
Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) 44 and 45

Released 11/4/1994
Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) 44 and 45.

Released 3/24/2000
Inlet Gasket Replacement

Released 6/20/1997
New Inlet Manifold Gasket

TSB Description

Released 1/1/1995
Exhaust Down Pipe Fixing NutsNew Part Introduction

Released 4/29/1994
Exhaust Catalyst Rattling

Released 7/30/1999
High-tension Ignition Lead Check

Released 12/19/1997
Oxygen Sensor Period Fault Code P0130/P0150

TSB Description

Released 7/18/1997
Air Intake Hose Improvements

Released 4/25/1997
Mass Air Flow Sensor Harness Connector

Released 3/21/1997
PRIDE - Fuel Injector Misfire Diagnostics

Released 1/1/1996
PRIDE - 14CUX Coil Connections

Released 1/1/1996
Stalling/Poor Idle/Surging

Released 2/14/1995
Cold Start

Released 1/1/1995
Throttle Adjustment Screw

Released 12/9/1994
Mass Air Flow Sensor (MAFS) Connections

Released 6/10/1994
Spark Plugs-V8-New Part Intro. & Service

Released 6/10/1994
Spark Plugs-V8-New Part Intro. & Service

Released 4/11/1994
Cranks-No Start/Hesitation When Driving

Released 2/9/1994
Poor Start or Non Start Related To Ignition Module Failure

Released 6/14/2011
Heated Rear Screen Heater Element Repair

Released 7/18/2007
Improved Air Conditioner Reliability

TSB Description

Released 6/22/2001
Heater System Drain Contamination

Released 5/21/1999
A/C Clutch Link Harness Installation

Released 10/17/1997
A/C Kit - Installation Care Points

Released 3/14/1997
Refrigerant R-134a Retrofit

Released 6/30/1995
Auxiliary Heater Fuse Failure

Released 6/17/1994
Air Conditioning-CFC Free Refrigerant (R134a)

Released 9/28/2005
Maintenance Fluid Specifications for "Legacy" Land Rover Vehicles

Released 6/23/2005
Replacement Procedure for Swivel Housing Seal

TSB Description

Released 7/25/2003
New Style ‘Crucifix’ Seals

Released 4/3/2003
V8 Manifold Bolt Re-use

Released 10/11/2002
Sealing Cam Bore and Galley Plugs

Released 8/16/2002
ZF Transmission Troubleshooting

Released 6/15/2001
Transmission Oil Leak

Released 3/2/2001
Coil Spring Installation Care Points

Released 9/29/2000
Use of Land Rover Tools for Valve Guide Cleaning

Released 4/7/2000
LT230 Transfer Gearbox Seal Leaks

Released 3/21/2000
Inlet Valley End Clamps ERR7282

Released 3/21/2000
Inlet Valley End Clamps ERR7282

Released 12/10/1999
Brake Line Bracket Modification Upon Differential Replacement

Released 10/22/1999
Transmission-Cooler Flushing Kit

Released 7/30/1999
High-tension Ignition Lead Check

Released 10/23/1998
Difficult Differential Lock Selection

Released 5/29/1998
New Differential Pinion Configuration and New Torque Value

Released 5/1/1998
PRIDE - Rear Stub Axle Seal: New Part Introduction

Released 4/24/1998
PRIDE - Front Stub Axle Seal: New Part Introduction

Released 3/6/1998
Measurement of Transmission Fluid Levels

Released 1/30/1998
Service Action Oil Pressure Switch Replacement

Released 12/5/1997
Replace Front Crankshaft Seal

Released 12/1/1997
Inlet Manifold Valley Gasket- Leak

Released 8/22/1997
Oil Pressure Switch Replacement

Released 8/20/1997
Gear Selector Inoperative - ‘E’ Clip Broken

Released 6/20/1997
New Inlet Manifold Gasket

Released 6/6/1997
Winter PDI Oil Change Time Limits

Released 12/31/1996
PRIDE - Rear Hub Seal Replacement

Released 12/31/1996
PRIDE - Front Hub Seal Replacement

Released 12/13/1996
New Torque Setting Procedure - Hub Nut

Released 12/7/1996
Engine Oil Winter Driving Specification

Released 12/2/1996
Cylinder Block Interchangeability

Released 3/29/1996
Mainshaft Spline Wear Prevention

Released 3/8/1996
Crankshaft Timing Gear-Insufficient Hardening

Released 1/24/1996
Stalling/Poor Idle/Surging

Released 1/12/1996
Hub Bearing Setting

Released 1/1/1996
PRIDE - 14CUX Coil Connections

Released 1/1/1996
Stalling/Poor Idle/Surging

Released 1/1/1996
5th Layshaft Gear Retention

Released 1/1/1996
Gearbox Mainshaft Spline Wear

Released 12/4/1995
Coil Low Tension (Primary) Lead - Care Point-

Released 12/3/1995
Oil Cooler Pipe Leak At Front Cover

Released 12/1/1995
V8 Engine - Rear End Oil Leaks Diagnosis

Released 5/31/1995
Driveshaft Nuts and Bolts

Released 3/17/1995
Cold Start - Service Action H855

Released 3/10/1995
Gear Shift Lever Fouling A/C Plenum Housing

Released 2/14/1995
Cold Start

Released 1/1/1995
Clutch Pipe Joint To Master Cylinder

Released 1/1/1995
Throttle Adjustment Screw

Released 11/2/1994
Engine Oil Specification and Starting Procedure Cold Climate/Winter Use

Released 11/2/1994
Engine Oil Specification and Starting Procedure Cold Climate/Winter Use

Released 6/10/1994
Centre Plate/Extension Housing Oil leak - R380 Gearbox

Released 4/11/1994
Cranks-No Start/Hesitation When Driving

Released 3/11/1994
V8 Cylinder Head Gasket-New Part Introduction

Released 3/11/1994
Valley Cover Gasket V8 Petrol Engine - New Part Introduction

Released 2/9/1994
Poor Start or Non Start Related To Ignition Module Failure

Released 1/1/1994
Reverse Lights Intermittant Operation

Released 1/1/1994
R380 Manual Gearbox-Strip and Rebuild Procedure

Released 1/1/1994
LT230T Transfer Gearbox Power Take Off (PTO) Cover Plate Leak

Released 4/6/2001
RECALL GEMS Software Correction

Released 9/8/1996
Battery Label Recall

TSB Description

Released 3/22/1996
Stalling/Poor Idle/Surging

Released 5/31/1995
Driveshaft Nuts and Bolts

Released 12/17/2009
Correct Procedure for Ball Joint Splitter Use

Released 2/27/2007
Procedure Change - Steering Gear Removal/Installation

TSB Description

Released 6/23/2005
Replacement Procedure for Swivel Housing Seal

Released 11/9/2001
Alloy Wheel-center Lubrication

Released 3/2/2001
Coil Spring Installation Care Points

Released 8/14/1998
PRIDE - Front Swivel Seal Replacement and Grease Fill

Released 12/31/1996
PRIDE - Rear Hub Seal Replacement

Released 12/13/1996
New Torque Setting Procedure - Hub Nut

Released 1/12/1996
Hub Bearing Setting

Released 6/30/1995
Power Steering Groan

Released 5/5/1995
Re-Fit of Alloy Roadwheels

Released 2/18/1994
Power Steering Box Replacement

Released 1/7/1994
Shock Absorbers- Warranty Policy

Released 3/22/2012
Squeaks & Rattles Kit Availability

Released 12/17/2009
Correct Procedure for Ball Joint Splitter Use

TSB Description

Released 4/3/2003
V8 Manifold Bolt Re-use

Released 4/6/2001
RECALL GEMS Software Correction

Released 9/29/2000
Use of Land Rover Tools for Valve Guide Cleaning

Released 3/21/2000
Inlet Valley End Clamps ERR7282

Released 2/13/1998
TestBook Maintenance and Program Upgrade CDs

Released 10/11/1996
Information Required by TestBook Helpline

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