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    2001 Discovery 2 power steering pump

    Recently started losing power steering fluid in my 2001 Discovery 2. No issue with steering just leakage and some noise when fluid got low . Took to shop had new pump belts ect installed . Day one out of shop( picked up after closing ) pump was very noisy until warmed up and then still a bit...
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    Discovery 2 rear frame rust

    Got my 2001 Land Rover Discovery 2 back from inspection today ; passed but was advised by my mechanic to address rear frame chassis rust before next year .I have been doing the Eastwood rust coating ect. for a few years now but time for repair. I talked to a local guy who builds race cars that...
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    3 Amigos on then off

    Thanks Mike I will do just that !
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    3 Amigos on then off

    Was driving my 2001 Discovery 2 this morning and my 3 Amigo lights came on driving down the road. Pulled over popped the hood checked a few things and all seemed ok .Got back in and started up and the lights were gone.Rover is running perfectly with no issues (hopefully) What could be up ? Thanks
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    best tires for 2003 disco

    I have Firestone Destinaton A/T tires on my Discovery 2 and they are the best tires I have ever owned ...period.I went through 20+ inches of snow last year and not a problem. Was hunting in the mountains when a massive snow storm hit ,EVERY 4 wheel drive got stuck and I blazed the way through...
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    Discovery 2 shifting problem

    Well so far so good.As per Disco Mikes advice (who called me at home on his own time) We dropped the pan ,checked the shape of the fluid (excellent) and refilled adding a pint of Lucas Trans fix. It has been in the low teens in Northern Pa. and the Rovers trans is shifting nicely . My...
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    Discovery 2 shifting problem

    Got Rover back from service .Fluid was red and in good shape.No burnt fluid .Just a bit low but not much.Refilled, with new fluid (just drained the pan) went on a test drive and shifted perfectly.It was around 30 degrees this morning.Everything seems normal. Future will tell
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    Discovery 2 shifting problem

    Please explain
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    Discovery 2 shifting problem

    The Rover goes in tomorrow for a fluid change and check.I will let you know the outcome.Thanks again!
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    Discovery 2 shifting problem

    Should you just fill it till it runs out and replace plug? Do you know the size of the wrench offhand?
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    Discovery 2 shifting problem

    Thanks to both for your replies. Mike I don't have a lift and according to LandRover the Rover must be run through the gears while running while up on a lift while being filled from underneath. I actually was with my mechanic whle we did it last year to answer your other question . If you have a...
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    Discovery 2 shifting problem

    Hello, My 2001 Discovery 2 surges or slips in and out of gear when the weather is very cold or not warmed up. As the day and the Rover warm up problem lessens and sometimes dissapears. On warm days no problem at all . Last year at this time I was having the same problem.My mechanic tuned...
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    Power steering fluid in a 2001 Discovery 2

    I am getting ready to change my power steering fluid in my 2001 Discovery 2. Is there any alternative to the Land Rover fluid which is a fortune and the dealer far away? I had heard Valvoline synthetic was ok but I cant find any anywhere.I have a lot of Mercedes Benz synthetic that I use in my...
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    2001 Discovery 2 leak

    Thanks RCM that is exactly what it was.The bottom of the 2 long 11 mm bolts that attach the water pump to the engine block was loose. My mechanic tightened the whole thing up and pressure tested the cooling system and it is good to go.He did say the top bolt could not be turned one way or...
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    2001 Discovery 2 leak

    Was dismayed to get my first leak on my 2001 Discovery 2 .After engine shuts off I am losing anti freeze in the middle front of the engine.It doesnt do it all the time .Took it to my mechanic and he pressue tested it and said it was either my water pump or intake manifold gasket .He crawled...
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