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    intensityderenintensityderen Member Posts: 22
    Wow! Easy one - this is the large black coupler on the right top side of the engine in between the large black plastic air intake system. It has a wiring plug connected to it. I suggest you order the RAVE CD service manual off ebay to help you locate these parts, Good Luck!! Deren
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    taskovtaskov Member Posts: 4
    Hi
    I am an owner of LR Discovery II (2002) TD5 manual gear box and I have serious problem. Unfortunately in my country the technicians from the authorized service are incompetent or let say incapable to help me. So the problem is following:
    When I change gears for ex. from second to third when I push the clutch pedal in the beginning the revolutions of the engine start rising with about 500/1000 and then star going down. I have been told by the mechanics of the service to change some kind of module which controls the distribution of the revolutions of the engine during the change of gears. I did it but the result was nothing.
    I would like to mention that I bought my car with a damaged roof and I believe that this car has crashed and has stayed upside down. In the beginning I had to remove the air from the clutch hydraulic system because the pedal was not working. Now it is OK but I have this problem with the revolutions. The computer is not marking any mistake and that is why nobody knows what really the problem is.
    I would be very grateful if somebody can give some advices or to give me direction where this problem could come from.

    Thank you in advance.
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    abutomaabutoma Member Posts: 21
    Sounds strange. The first thing I would expect is that you have a problem with the throttle potentiometer.
    But first:'do you have the same problem going from 4 to 3rd? (DOWN SHIFTING)
    Does your engine react smoothly without delay if you are slowly pumping the accelerator?
    If the answers are NO, the potentiometer is OK

    You have changed the EDC I understand and therefore the fault most likely is in the potentiometer itself or in the hardware between the accelerator pedal and the potmeter
    Your clutch is probably not the culprit.
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    carrera1carrera1 Member Posts: 1
    Thanks all. I found this site during search for information regarding this warning signal light combination that the book decribes as "electronic transmission failure". My wife had just driven her 2001 Disco II home (101,000 miles)with this warning occuring. Didn't sound good. After finding this thread and the info about the battery (seemed ok, never any starting problem or weak lighting, etc) I pulled it out and took it to auto pat store to check. Test said "replace". I did. No more flashing M & S lights on the dash and no more sluggish transmission on the test down the road.
    Thanks again! This saved me lot's of time and $'s.
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    taskovtaskov Member Posts: 4
    abutoma thanks a lot for the prompt response.
    If I make "down shifting" the problem is more or less the same. When I smoothly
    change gears the problem is the same but not so significant. The revolutions are rising with about 100/200. If I am doing this faster and if I push the acceleration pedal hard the rev. are rising with 500/1000. It seems the problem is stronger if I change gears in high revolutions.
    What realy is this potentiometer, is it removable part or it is a software. And If I had a hardware problem, would not this be marked by the computer of the car?
    Thanks in advance.
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    tidestertidester Member Posts: 10,059
    What realy is this potentiometer, is it removable part or it is a software.

    A potentiometer is a physical device used to modify the resistance in an electrical circuit. If you've ever used lights that can vary in intensity by turning a knob then you were using a potentiometer.

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    abutomaabutoma Member Posts: 21
    Hi Again,
    Well, it seems to me that the problem lies in the pot-meter.but it may also be in the electro-pneumatic modulator.
    The EDC has several input sensors:
    1.Vehicle speed sensor
    i2. Injector sensor
    3 coolant temperature sensor
    4 boost pressure sensor
    5 Electro-pneumatic modulator
    6 airflow sensor
    7 engine speed sensor
    8 throttle potentiometer which may be the culprit

    A potentiometer is a variable resistance and normally it operates in the same way as an old fashioned volume control on a radio (rotating movements)

    This potentiometer is sitting next to the EDC and looks like a small electro-motor attached with two screws. If this is hanging the engine will react during gearshift as if you are keeping the accelerator pedal down. But then you will also have this effect even when not driving. If the shift is in free and you press the AP (accelerator pedal) and release it quickly the rev of your engine will go slowly down.
    If, however, the revs are following the AP it is not the pot-meter.

    If the pot-meter is not the culprit I would try to check #7 and then #5

    If you send me your email address I can scan in where the different parts are located.

    I have to tell you that I am NOT a mechanic only one who has lived with the Tdi for a long time.
    Good luck!
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    vsantinivsantini Member Posts: 1
    I am a first time landrover owner. I bought mine back in May. Its a 2003 Discovery SE. The day after I brought it home the Service engine light came on. Is there any way for me to turn it off?
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    ohiodiscoohiodisco Member Posts: 1
    My 2000 Disco with 110,000 miles seems to be missing, or sputtering at Highway speeds around 2200 rpms. The Dealer says that it is becouse my ABS traction control and hill decent lights are on. These have been on for a year and the sputtering is new. Any ideas?
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    taskovtaskov Member Posts: 4
    To abutoma.
    Thanks alot for the detailed info you gave me. My e-mail address is nikola.taskov@abv.bg
    I have tryed to simulate this situation when the car is not moving and the gear lever is in neutral. Then the problem does not exist. I rise the rev. to about 4000 then I push the clutch pedal but everything is normal. The revolutions are rising and goind down normaly. Strange problem isn't it :)))
    However I would be very grateful to you if you could send me scheme or the location of all this sensors. Also you got the feeling I have changed the EDC but it seems to me I have changed only one of the sensors. It was a cubic part with some kind of smal red piston. I think it could be "Electro-pneumatic modulator"
    Sorry for the ignoranse but what does EDC means?
    Thanks a lot in advance.
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    deeznuts1221deeznuts1221 Member Posts: 1
    Anyone know the firing order for this car or a place that sells a repair manual for it???
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    lrdlowerylrdlowery Member Posts: 1
    I purchased my first 2001 LR-D three days ago, hoping for the best. On day three, my 'service engine soon' light comes on, the engine is sounding a bit on the
    whine-y side (but not too bad as most V8s are loud) AND I went for my first fill up and the tank will only go 1/2 way ... then it overflows!

    My questions:
    - How seriously do we take "service engine soon' lights? I had a Ford Contour and the light NEVER went off ... just stayed on and mechanic couldn't turn it off.
    - Why's the engine being noisey?
    - Why is my gas tank only filling half way?

    My sympathy story: I am a poor-ol' teacher and need wise advice from LR experts! :cry:
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    scanianegroscanianegro Member Posts: 1
    my 03 discovery se has had the engine replaced. 6 months passed and now the engine knocks sometimes. also my abs, tc, and downhill decent lights go on at the same time, but not all the time. does anyone know of this problem or have any ideas. i've already spent over $4,000 on this baby and would hate to get rid of it. id appreciate any feedback
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    taskovtaskov Member Posts: 4
    Hi Abutoma
    could you please send me the scheme of the location of the parts we have
    spoken about. My e-mail is: nikola.taskov@yahoo.com, nikola.taskov@abv.bg
    Thanks.
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    dollachikindollachikin Member Posts: 1
    Can anyone help me with the firing order for my 2003 landrover discovery. I just got new plugs and wires and some how when I changed the wires [which is a real bugger bear] I screwed up the order and only about half the cylinders fire.
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    discodavediscodave Member Posts: 1
    I have a 96 discovery and am having difficulty with either the transmission or speedometer or both. I am getting little drive time, a mile or so, before she starts shaking ans shuttering and slowing. I have no speedometer at this time, at all. I have paid for a repair manual but am finding nothing regarding the speedometer, speedometer cable, etc., except for in the dashboard, alone. Any help or suggestions would be very welcome!!! I have owned lots of rovers in the past, but always in England, never in America. This is a first for me since moving here. I cannot imagine there is that much difference, but am really stumped.
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    gilmoreggilmoreg Member Posts: 2
    I own two Land Rover Discovery's. My 1998 LSE had the same problem. The speed sensor was gone. The part was not very expensive. Since owning this vehicle, I have replaced the pinion seal, the left exhaust manifold and the left wheel axle. I use a local parts store who takes the time to find off market land rover parts and my local mechanic. I told my mechanic, Land Rovers do not bite. They have an engine that resembles a Ford and axles are axles, etc,. The 98' has the usual Land Rover problems and drives better than my 2001 Discovery.
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    gilmoreggilmoreg Member Posts: 2
    I own a 2001 Discovery SE-7. I love the vehicle. But since I bought it, the transmission blew. I purchased a rebuilt transmission with a warranty from a recommended transmission specialist. The problem is the transmission blew again. Suddenly the "M" and "S" lights flashed, and the "D" in the shifting column.
    I drove several more miles and the transmission failed. The fluid in the transmission was full but "smoked". The specialist is trying to say that there was something else that caused the transmission to fail. I had no warning of a speed sensor gone or any overheating. Any advice other than "get rid of it". I have a loan on this vehicle and can't trade it in unless its working.
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    discotrentdiscotrent Member Posts: 1
    We just bought our firts LR-disco. I LOVE it !!! My concern is when I let of the accelator it seems to pull to the left and when I get back into the gas it pulls to the right. Is this normal or is their something wrong ? any ideals? thanks
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    abutomaabutoma Member Posts: 21
    Yes, falling in love with the Disco. You will never want to get rid of it even after years and years..
    Pulling left ,,, definitely something wrong. First thing to check is wheel alignment on the front wheels. I would guess they are out.
    Have it checked (and corrected?) and let us know.
    Good luck
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    erwanleoneerwanleone Member Posts: 2
    Hi all, I'm a newb and have just purchased (a week ago) a very decent Disco SE. I am enthralled at all the information there is on this forum. Thank you to the hosts and the people who have made these quests for info public.
    As of yet, I only have a few slight problems mainly due to the vehicle being used and covering my bases for it having 78000 miles on it. Everything seems great apart from:
    -The three amigos, which pop on randomly and then can be reset by turning ignition to off removing key for 10 seconds.
    -The wear on the stock goodyear tires looks uneven but creates no shaking. the dealer is going to buy two new ones but I'm going to wait for another couple thousand miles before I decide what tires to buy.
    -The AC drips into the passenger side's leg space and I obviously need to check the drainage lines/clear them.
    Other than a few noises I'm not familiar with (Squeaky seats in the rear, whispering air like sound when AC is on), everything seems A O K. I am however checking into the best warranty possible without spending too much (dealer allowed me to purchase base - power train for cost for two years) and also am going to get the Disco checked at a local AAA certified inspection center.
    My questions are these; because I'm about to embark on a 1000+ mile haul up north (San Diego to San Francisco and back) which will entail a u-haul trailer on the way down, I'm wondering the following:
    -Can I fix the AC drip myself and how?
    -Should I be getting a tune job before I go (and for how much)?
    -Are there any considerations or things I should be watchful of during the trip (of course there are the obvious; oil level, coolant, etc., I mean beyond these).
    :confuse:
    Keep in mind this is fresh from the dealer and I have yet to do the inspect with AAA, I have no record of prior maintenance other than that the dealer changed the oil.
    Thanks in advance to any responses. I will be leaving on Tuesday night.
    Happy Labor Day. :D
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    stwlstwl Member Posts: 1
    Hello,
    I'm trying to replace the two plastic panels that runs down the A-post against the windshield of a LR DISCO series II '99. I have taken the old ones off and have two new ones with all the retainers and clips but I have trouble in getting the new ones back in place !! is there a trick ? Scared of breaking it if I use force .......
    any suggestions ??

    Thanks :-)
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    erwanleoneerwanleone Member Posts: 2
    I fixed the AC drip myself and then payed 89.95 for the AAR (AAA certified) inspection right before walking into the AAA office to buy my membership. Well, now I'm 700+ miles away from home and here's what happened tuesday night at approximately 10:50pm (about 15 miles from my destination):
    The beautiful Land Rover Discovery barreled down the 101 North at a safe 68 miles per hour. The next exit was the 85 North, and finally my 8 month pregnant wife had fallen asleep for the past 5 minutes. I clicked the cruise control off and made my exit onto a one lane interchange in the city of Campbell. As I ramped up to the 85 North, low and behold standing dead center lane, spanning the width of the lane (approximately as long as the LR is wide), a wild BOAR lights bewildered with my lights in its eyes. Most likely wondering why his legs suddenly decided to stop moving. I, having two cars on my tail, did only what could be considered honorable and whilst yelling "Oh, My ****ing Lord!", drove straight through the bewildered boar. WOW! Was that the best decision of my life?... Yes. Not only is this accident covered under COMP but it will not effect my premium, Sweet!
    So, let it be known that when traveling at a rate of 65-70 miles per hour and confronted with mere flesh and bone, the LR Discovery suffers only aesthetic damages and potentially may require a power wash to rid the under carriage of blood and guts. More to follow, such as pictures, the boar is effectively dead and was checked on by local police. All that the passengers suffered was long conversations with insurance and longer convos with AAA membership supervisors. The LR is at the shop being quoted as I write this. Damages most likely include sub-frame, bumpers, maybe chassis alignment, and radiator/fan. :sick: Unfortunately though, as we drove over the boar, I believe I heard the Disco's ego inflate slightly and it is possible the truck has recognized its own awesome power. The wife and I, have to sit down with Disco when it gets back and explain to it that boar's have feelings too and that we should be more careful when playing with them next time. ;)
    Have a great weekend.
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    cwo714cwo714 Member Posts: 3
    Looking at a '02 Discovery II SE that is being offered for $7995 with 53,000+ miles.

    Seller says "Oil and oil filter has been changed regularly at 3K mile intervals and recently at 53K miles. K&N high performance air filter was installed at 50K miles. Fluids were recently flushed and replaced at 50K miles. 60K service should be done soon. Rear brakes need new rotors and pads."

    What am I looking at as far as costs so I can factor into negotiation?
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    abutomaabutoma Member Posts: 21
    WOW, you were lucky indeed. Still I am not sure I will do the same if in the same situation. One thing is sure I will not try to drive through an 350 kgs elk as you may find them on my roads.
    Looking forward to see the pics.
    Give the poor Disco a hug from me.
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    dexlendexlen Member Posts: 1
    LOL, great story. Glad you and your wife are OK
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    nasserkhalilinasserkhalili Member Posts: 1
    Gilmoreg,

    I am having the same thing on the same car to get a new transmission which should be ideal fro sometime is prety expensive it arount 11,000 $ . and the car is worth less is any body doing repar to the trans. PLS let me know if you come a cross anybody. The other chice is to look for Engine &Trans swap anybody have a suggestion.

    :sick:
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    rmarzullormarzullo Member Posts: 1
    need to replace tires;tire store is recommending continental cross contact lx; or the toyo. any advise on any of these or others?
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    intensityderenintensityderen Member Posts: 22
    Just replaced mine with Michelins at Costco. They are on Sale $80 off for a set of four and they have lifetime balance and rotation and Road Hazard protection included. Well worth it.
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    nanuqnanuq Member Posts: 765
    Greetings gents, I'm baaaaack! As you know I've got a 1996 Disco-I and she runs like a champ. This morning I turned the key to get all the dash lights on, but before the starter engaged I heard clicking. The rear window defrost button (top, left side of the dash cluster) is blinking about once/second and I hear a solenoid clicking behind it about 2x that rate. I opened and shut the rear door, no change. I starts and runs fine, and when I put on the turn signals or 4-way flashers they work fine, and the solenoid clicking rate drops down to the same as the blinkers are going... usual dink-DONK dink-DONK dink-DONK sound. As soon as the blinkers click off the fast clicking comes back and the orange light on the RWD button continues to flash.

    I cycled the outside rearview mirrors (since they're heated and likely connected) and the rear wiper, all lights work, all functions work, it's just blinking and clicking like crazy.

    Any ideas, anyone?

    (Hey, Steve!)
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    der41der41 Member Posts: 1
    I recently purchased a 1998 Land Rover Discovery. I have found that the drivers' belt retractor is a bit lazy. When I release the buckle, the retractor does not pull the belt back to the stowed position. Any other Discovery owners experience this? Just trying to figure out if this is worth replacing.
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    jtad1991jtad1991 Member Posts: 6
    I'm in the process of purchasing a 2002 Disco II, this is my second Disco II I've own. The vehicle is not near where I live and I was wondering if the offer, to look-up installed options, including ACE and engine size, is still on the table.

    If so, the VIN number is: SALLTAM232A737655 and my email address is: jtad1991@yahoo.com

    Thank you
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    NewroverownerNewroverowner Member Posts: 1
    We just purchased a 2002 Discovery II.

    1)The heat and the front wipers will not work sometimes. It happens occasionally and always the heat and front wipers at the same time.

    2)There were a couple of times that when we put the vehicle in drive the dash instrument panel indicated we were still in park, when shifting the light on shifter remained in park but we are able to drive.

    Any ideas of the causes?
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    abutomaabutoma Member Posts: 21
    HI,
    irritating incidents. Should theoretically be an easy job to mend, but where to start? :confuse:
    The fault with the blower(heater) is obviously a bad connection somewhere. I think I would start with the fuse box in the engine compartment. Take out the fuses and check that the contacts are clean, check that the wire connection on the underside is well connected. Taking out fuse (#12?) will probably re-create the blower fault.
    And then you know you have to look for a bad connection. If it is constant, however, it is easier as you can use a multimeter and measure the voltage at the fuse and you will therefor know if the fault is before or after. Unfortunately I do not have a electric wirediagram for the DII, but if you can put your hand on one you will easily find your way, I am sure.

    The other fault. Again a bad connection (chicken connection) I would start at the gearshift to see if something has loosened there. Because the light on the dashboard is lit by a switch at the stick.
    Good luck, and let's know
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    SickRoverSickRover Member Posts: 2
    I would like to know the protocol for replacement of the spark plug wires for a disco 2. Do I need to remove the intake plenum? How do I check if the ignition packs are damaged as well. I have 122K miles on car now. Dealer wants $500 for job.
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    SickRoverSickRover Member Posts: 2
    Are there any replacements for the stock rear wiper arm (aftermarket) that would make it possible to find cheap blades available at any auto parts store? For that matter the fronts as well?
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    mlovemlove Member Posts: 1
    Heard alot of do's and dont's about this ride. I'm stuck on what to do. The truck is nice as can be. I have not had it checked out yet but will soon. It has 79K on it.
    help please anybody? :confuse:
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    discogirl1discogirl1 Member Posts: 4
    Make sure you have the truck checked! They all look very nice on the outside, but if the inside hasn't been takn care you will have some expenses besides regular maintnance. Take a look at the the wheel barrels , valve cover gasket and water pump those are the most expensive repairs. If everything checks ok I say go for it, and enjoy ;)
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    landroverhellandroverhel Member Posts: 1
    I agree, for the past 3 years i have experienced nothing but problems with my discovery, leaving me in stranded situations and allways paying out, never enjoying the disco.

    visit www.landroverhell.com to see about my experiences.
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    matt831matt831 Member Posts: 1
    while driving the srs light will come on and the antilock light comes on and the mph will drop and rise rapidly then the car shuts off and wont start. i replaced battery and alternator and works fine for about 30min and same problem. Once i charge the battery its good for another 30 min. any other ideas?
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    gdcbatchgdcbatch Member Posts: 1
    I changed all my struts and sway bar on my 1995 Discovery and now If I go over a bump or a hole in the roar at speed of (60-70 MPH). I have a really bad shimmy. It is really a bad feeling and I don't kow what 's the problem. This truck was not doing that before I changed out those parts. Anyone have any ideas?
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    shayla_e_7shayla_e_7 Member Posts: 1
    Hey..did you ever get a answer to this question? I have been having the same problem for months and it's really annoying. I live in Ohio...what did you end up doing?
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    connorwingconnorwing Member Posts: 3
    i bought some rain x latitude windshield wipers for my disco II but they do not fit.im wondering whether or not i have to get landrover genuine wipers or if i just need some kind of adapter other than whats included with the wipers?
    please tell me im not just an idiot who cant change his wipers!
    any info would be much appreciated! thanks
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    jonnyxsjonnyxs Member Posts: 2
    Picked her up on a week ago and the next morning a window regulator went out.$300 now check engine light is on so...........oil ,airfilter,transfercase,front and rear diff fluid change,plugs and wires . so I think she is ok ,so where is the re-set on the 01. anyone? anyone?

    Thanks
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    jonnyxsjonnyxs Member Posts: 2
    Ok I have got it taken care of you can buy a "code" reader at any auto parts store read them and clear them. I would like to know how many miles you guys are getting out of the older d-2's . Mine is an 01 , can you get 200,000 out of an engine or tranny? We had a 98 d-1 and sold it at 80,000 went to an excursion. 9mpg's wow.Now we have the 01 and are enjoying it but I want to get an idea what is the "norm"

    Thanks

    Jonathan
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    wow4helpwow4help Member Posts: 3
    Is it worth holding on too? Engine strong, power steering box blown-major leaks! Oil leaks. Major repairs yearly....sigh-hoping with all the updates can finally enjoy this car.....needs cosmetic repairs on both passenger inside doors-rusting-another$600 for this! Can see rust on rear inside bumper starting. Four new tires summer 08, rear/front universal joints replaced, bringing car in for recalls on manifold exhaust and steering wire....

    Any suggestions on what to do with this car I love/hate. Cool style body and top-love and no car payments!
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    jocruzjocruz Member Posts: 1
    I just bought a 2001 discovery 2 and love the vehicle, but i am having a climate control issue. When i turn on the AC only the driver side gets cold and the passenger side does not. Does anyone have an idea of what could be the problem? Thanks. :shades:
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    intensityderenintensityderen Member Posts: 22
    Hello - Had the same problem - but when I turned on the rear A/C the passenger side got cold again - took it to the dealer - my problem was low freon.....other possibility is a problem with an actuator that controls airflow hot/cold in the bottom/right of the center console.....good luck
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    june_chrisjune_chris Member Posts: 1
    okay so we have a 99 discovery II and was told by many people that the prob with it was the ignition coil, so i ordered 1 from roverland in FL and we replaced it, but guess what, thats not the prob!!!???? So this is what my car does, it starts and drive until i turn it off, then it will not fire unless it sits for at least an hour!!??? any ideas anyone!!???
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    sdkochsdkoch Member Posts: 4
    Did you ever recieve an answer to this question? I would be interested in knowing if there are less expensive wipers available.
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