Target Audience:
Land Rover Series 3 owners and independent automotive service professionals.
Value Proposition:
Enables owners to perform maintenance and repairs, saving significant costs, and empowers informed discussions with technicians.
Differentiation:
Vehicle-specific information, not generic, providing the same data used by authorized dealerships.
Content Quality:
Accurate, clear, and concise text complemented by diagrams and illustrations.
Ease Of Use:
Designed for easy comprehension by individuals with basic mechanical skills.
Cost Savings:
Potential to pay for itself with basic maintenance tasks like oil or filter changes.
Engine Mechanical System:
Comprehensive coverage including disassembly, inspection, repair, and reassembly of engine components.
Engine Electrical System:
Detailed diagnostics and repair procedures for ignition, starting, charging, and associated electrical circuits.
Emission Control System:
Information pertaining to emission control systems relevant to the specified model years.
Fuel System:
Repair and maintenance of fuel delivery systems, including carburettors and fuel pumps.
Clutch System:
Procedures for clutch inspection, replacement, and adjustment for manual transmissions.
Manual Transaxle System:
Detailed overhaul and repair instructions for the manual gearbox.
Automatic Transaxle System:
Coverage for automatic transmission maintenance and repair (if applicable to specific variants within the year range).
Driveshaft And Axle:
Maintenance and repair of driveshafts, universal joints, differentials, and axles.
Suspension System:
Repair and adjustment of front and rear suspension components, including springs, shock absorbers, and linkages.
Steering System:
Detailed instructions for steering box overhaul, linkage repair, and alignment procedures.
Restraint:
Information related to seat belts and other restraint systems.
Brake System:
Comprehensive service and repair for hydraulic braking systems, including drums, discs, and master cylinders.
Body Interior And Exterior:
Guidance on body panel repair, trim, doors, windows, and interior fittings.
Body Electrical System:
Diagnosis and repair of lighting, instrumentation, wipers, and other body-related electrical components.
Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning:
Service and repair for HVAC systems, including heater matrix and ventilation components.
Step By Step Instructions:
Yes, providing clear, actionable guidance for repairs.
Troubleshooting:
Included for diagnosing common and complex vehicle issues.
Routine Maintenance:
Covers essential tasks like oil changes, filter replacements, and fluid checks.
Major Repairs:
Detailed procedures for significant overhauls and component replacements.
Diagnostics:
Integrated diagnostics for identifying problems across all systems.
Wiring Schematics:
Essential for understanding and repairing the vehicle's electrical systems.
Depth Of Coverage:
Comprehensive; designed for both novice owners and professional mechanics, mirroring dealer-level information.
Resource Availability:
Provides specifications, diagrams, and illustrations for accurate repairs.
Engine Options Common:
2.25L Petrol (4-cylinder), 2.25L Diesel (4-cylinder), 2.6L Petrol (6-cylinder) - specific availability varied by year and market.
Horsepower Range Approximate:
70-85 HP for 2.25L, 90-100 HP for 2.6L (petrol variants)
Torque Range Approximate:
120-135 lb-ft for 2.25L, 145-160 lb-ft for 2.6L (petrol variants)
Fuel Delivery:
Typically carbureted for petrol engines; diesel engines utilized diesel injection.
Wheelbase Options:
Short Wheelbase (SWB), Long Wheelbase (LWB) variants common, with intermediate options.
Body Styles:
Station Wagon, Hardtop, Soft Top (Canvas), Pickup Truck, Forward Control (FC) variants.
Curb Weight Approximate:
Varies significantly by body style and configuration, typically 3,500 - 4,500 lbs (1,600 - 2,000 kg).
Oil Change Interval Engine:
Typically every 3,000 miles or 5,000 km (refer to specific engine and oil type for exact recommendations).
Transmission Fluid Change:
Varies by transmission type (manual/automatic) and usage; generally recommended at higher mileage intervals or as specified.
Cooling System Flush:
Recommended every 2-3 years or at specified mileage intervals.
Engine Oil Type Petrol:
API SF/CD or higher, SAE 20W/50 or 10W/40 depending on climate (e.g., Castrol GTX).
Engine Oil Type Diesel:
API CD or higher, SAE 20W/50 or 15W/40 depending on climate (e.g., Castrol RX Super).
Coolant Specification:
Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze/coolant, typically a 50/50 mix with distilled water.
Gearbox Oil Type:
API GL-4 or GL-5 gear oil, viscosity typically SAE 90.
Transfer Case Oil Type:
Same as gearbox oil, API GL-4 or GL-5, SAE 90.
Differential Oil Type:
API GL-5 gear oil, SAE 90 (or SAE 80W-90).
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 hydraulic brake fluid.
Common Wear Items:
Clutch components, suspension bushings, kingpins, exhaust systems, rust (particularly on body panels and chassis).
Typical Diesel Engine Considerations:
Glow plug system reliability, injector pump maintenance.
Typical Petrol Engine Considerations:
Carburettor tuning and adjustment, ignition system maintenance.
Land Rover Legacy:
Established reputation for ruggedness, go-anywhere capability, and off-road prowess.
Series Iii Advancements:
Introduced improved dashboard ergonomics, servo-assisted brakes, and the option of power steering on later models compared to Series IIA.
Production Period:
1971-1985 (Series III production), manual covers 1971-1981.
Key Manufacturing Locations:
Solihull, United Kingdom.
