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mse

Member Since: 06 Apr 2008
Location: UK
Posts: 5024

2016 Defender 110 Puma 2.2 XS CSW Scotia Grey

Guitarplayer wrote:
mse:
I had 2 problems with the wipers, one was that the wipers didn't went back to its starting point when i turned off the switch, the other was that the wiper motor sounded like it was running very hard. Now it works perfect and the motor is quiet.

I don't know exactly what they did with the steering box but they told me that they have done some overhaul and adjustments. I think the major problem was the ball joint, because now it has a really good respons when i turn the steering wheel.

Thanks, thats interesting - i get told they all do that (the working hard noise bit) - typical

Glad your steering was fixed - it may be a different note for your not being in the UK, worth keeping in mind for the future? Mike

7th Jun 2010 1:11pm

ralton

Member Since: 04 Feb 2010
Location: Durban
Posts: 153

2007 Defender 90 Puma 2.4 SW Zermatt Silver

[quote="mse"]

Guitarplayer wrote:
How many clutch revisions are they on now, im aware of 3 (1 = original, 2 = modified, 3rd current further modification?)

I'm only aware of two - the original Ford spec clutch and the current LR spec clutch? www.ralton.co.za

8th Jun 2010 11:46am

o4dn

Member Since: 08 Jan 2010
Location: South West
Posts: 530

2009 Defender 90 Puma 2.4 SW Alaska White

mse wrote:

[...]
Just a note on the steering box, unless the rule has changed in the last 6 months (been like it for 10 years) Your steering box shouldnt be adjusted in the warranty period by a dealer it should be exchanged
[...]

Is that really a rule or just a best practice?

Reason I'm asking is because mine was "adjusted", not changed....

8th Jun 2010 12:15pm

CapeLandy

Member Since: 21 Jul 2008
Location: Cape Town
Posts: 558

I think dealers try and take a short cut some times.

My dealer tried the first time to refurbish my original clutch plate with new springs and lining but it didn't last long before they fitted the revised one. (Later another was again fitted)
They also repaired my radiator once and then ended up replacing it as it leaked again.

8th Jun 2010 12:51pm

mse

Member Since: 06 Apr 2008
Location: UK
Posts: 5024

ofourdan wrote:
mse wrote:

[...]
Just a note on the steering box, unless the rule has changed in the last 6 months (been like it for 10 years) Your steering box shouldnt be adjusted in the warranty period by a dealer it should be exchanged
[...]

Is that really a rule or just a best practice?

Reason I'm asking is because mine was "adjusted", not changed....

Its not best practice, its either in the workshop manual or similar Ill have a very quick look Mike

8th Jun 2010 5:43pm

mse

Member Since: 06 Apr 2008
Location: UK
Posts: 5024

a quick 2 second search found:

Quote:
WARNING: Wear safety glasses while removing and refitting circlips and retaining ring.
CAUTION: Absolute cleanliness is essential when overhauling steering gear.
Overhaul of steering gear should not be carried out during the warranty period.

Mike

8th Jun 2010 5:46pm

Eduardo

Member Since: 28 Aug 2008
Location: Región Metropolitana
Posts: 2109

2007 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 SW Stornoway Grey

Same here,

When I ask why they don't change the seals, they said me that, under guarantee, they are not allowed to open the steering box, just change it.

Cheers Eduardo

MY 2007 110 SW PUMA 2.4: Big Fog of 64'
MY 1994 Jayco 1207 Folding camper: "El Tremendo"

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8th Jun 2010 5:51pm

Guitarplayer

Member Since: 09 Nov 2009
Location: Akersberga
Posts: 18

2007 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 XS CSW Java Black

Thanks for the info.

I will go back to my dealer to sort out exactly what adjustments they did on my steering box, my 3 year warranty is running out so i must do it asap. Land Rover Defender 110 SX Station Wagon 2007

9th Jun 2010 2:16pm

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