Product Name:
Land Rover Series 3 Service Repair Workshop Manual
Product Description:
REPAIR WORKSHOP MANUAL. COVERS ALL MODELS & ALL REPAIRS A-Z. THIS IS NOT GENERIC REPAIR INFORMATION! IT IS VEHICLE SPECIFIC. THIS IS THE SAME TYPE OF MANUAL USED BY TECHNICIANS AT YOUR LOCAL DEALERSHIPS TO MAINTAIN, SERVICE, DIAGNOSE AND REPAIR YOUR VEHICLE.
Compatible Operating Systems:
Windows 7, Vista 32/64-bit, XP, ME, 98, NT, 2000, Mac OS
Software Requirements:
Adobe PDF Reader
Target Audience:
Land Rover Series 3 owners and independent repair shops
Value Proposition:
The only service repair workshop manual needed for comprehensive DIY repairs and significant cost savings.
Advantage:
Vehicle-specific, dealer-level information vs. generic guides. Instant access.
Accessibility:
Instant download, printable, user-friendly digital format.
Comprehensiveness:
Covers all models and all repairs A-Z.
Primary Coverage:
All Land Rover Series 3 models
Repair Scope:
A-Z comprehensive repairs, maintenance, diagnostics, and service
Estimated Pages:
Not specified, but implied to be extensive for 'all models & all repairs A-Z'
Type:
Workshop Repair Manual
Delivery Method:
Instant Download
Engine:
Overhaul, rebuilding, performance, firing orders, timing belt service, serpentine belt routings
Transmission:
Removal, installation, in-car servicing
Brakes:
Servicing procedures, specifications
Electrical:
Wiring schematics, diagrams
Suspension:
Procedures, specifications
Drivetrain:
U-Joint and CV-Joint service procedures
Fuel System:
Implied within engine overhaul and performance
Cooling System:
Implied within engine overhaul and maintenance
Exhaust System:
Implied within engine overhaul and repair
Body And Chassis:
Implied within A-Z repairs and general servicing
Air Conditioning:
Service and capacities
Maintenance:
Factory maintenance schedules and charts
Diagnostics:
Trouble codes, troubleshooting, diagnostic trouble tree charts, computer diagnostic codes
Repair:
Complete step-by-step instructions for all repairs
Rebuilding:
Engine overhaul and rebuilding
Installation:
Transmission removal and installation
Clutch Service:
Clutch procedures
Alignment:
Front end and alignment procedures and specifications
Troubleshooting:
Driving concerns, vacuum diagrams
Depth:
Factory high-detail, complete repair instructions for technicians and DIY users
Visuals:
Hundreds of illustrations, diagrams, and schematics
Specifications:
Complete torque specifications, detailed specifications on every model covered
Engine Types Covered:
Likely includes 4-cylinder petrol (e.g., 2.25L, 2.6L) and diesel engines common to Series 3. Specific displacements and configurations would be detailed within the manual.
Power And Torque:
Detailed specifications for various engine variants are expected within the manual, covering horsepower and torque curves.
Fuel Delivery:
Carburetor systems for petrol engines, potentially injection for later models or specific variants. Diesel injection systems.
Ignition Type:
Distributor-based ignition systems for petrol engines.
Cooling Method:
Liquid-cooled, typically with a radiator and fan.
Oil Capacity:
Specific oil capacities for different engine variants will be found in the manual.
Rebuild Procedures:
Comprehensive instructions for engine overhaul and rebuilding, including bearing clearances, piston ring gaps, and valve seating.
Type:
Manual transmission, typically 4-speed or 5-speed depending on the specific Series 3 configuration.
Transfer Case:
Four-wheel-drive system with a separate transfer case, often with high/low range gearing.
Gear Ratios:
Detailed gear ratios for all transmissions covered will be provided.
Transmission Fluid Type:
Specific manual transmission fluid (MTF) and transfer case oil specifications are expected.
Body Styles:
Station Wagon, Hardtop, Soft Top, Lightweight, Pickup, Fire Appliance, etc. (Specific dimensions vary).
Curb Weight:
Varies significantly by body style and configuration. Manual will contain specific figures.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating:
Detailed GVWR for each model variant will be present in the manual.
Crash Safety:
As a vehicle from the Series 3 era (1971-1985), modern crash safety ratings are not directly applicable. Manual will cover structural integrity and component safety.
Braking System:
Hydraulic disc brakes (front) and drum brakes (rear) on later Series 3 models. Earlier models may have drum brakes all around. Manual details servicing.
Seat Belts:
Seat belt installation and maintenance procedures are likely covered.
General Intervals:
Factory maintenance schedules and charts are included, detailing recommended intervals for oil changes, lubrication, filter replacements, and inspections.
Engine Oil:
Specific SAE viscosity grades and API service classifications for engine oil are provided, likely including multi-grade oils like SAE 20W-50.
Coolant:
Coolant type and mixture ratios will be specified. Typically a 50/50 mix of antifreeze and water.
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid specifications are expected.
Grease:
Specification for chassis grease points will be included.
Common Wear Items:
Manual addresses common wear items such as clutch components, brake shoes/pads, suspension bushings, and engine seals. Specific troubleshooting for these is covered.
Electrical Gremlins:
The manual's detailed wiring diagrams are crucial for diagnosing typical electrical issues found in vehicles of this era.
Manufacturer:
Rover Company, later Land Rover.
Series Development:
The Series 3 was an evolution of the highly successful Land Rover Series IIA, introducing features like a more modern dashboard, 12-volt electrical system (from 1968, carried through), and improved brakes.
Production Years:
1971 - 1985
Manufacturing Locations:
Solihull, United Kingdom, and licensed production in various countries.
