Land Rover Series 2/2A/3 Workshop Manual 1959–1978 (P/N OWM 895)

The Autobooks Owners Workshop Manual (P/N OWM 895) covers Land Rover Series 2, 2A, and 3 normal-control models from 1959–1978. It describes the gasoline and diesel engines, with separate procedures for the four-cylinder gasoline and diesel units and the six-cylinder gasoline engine.

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Search, bookmarks and wiring labels: PDF text search is not available. Embedded bookmarks provide numbered page destinations rather than chapter names. Small wire-color codes and component labels in the checked wiring diagrams are readable when enlarged.

One printable PDF contains 207 pages, including two vehicle-photo pages. The appendix contains technical data, torque settings, wiring diagrams, maintenance and overhaul notes, a glossary, and an index.

Engine Overhaul, Drivetrain Service and Electrical Diagnosis

The following selected workshop topics summarize the repair coverage rather than reproduce the complete contents. Other examples include heater water-valve adjustment and seat-belt installation.

• Engine repair: Step-by-step procedures for engine removal, cylinder-head service, valve work, timing-chain installation, piston inspection, crankshaft service, and oil-pump checks.

• Fuel systems: Solex, Zenith, Stromberg, and SU carburetor service; diesel filter maintenance, system priming, injection-pump replacement and timing, and injector fault checks.

• Clutch and transmission: Hydraulic clutch service, main gearbox and transfer-box disassembly and rebuilding, selector adjustments, and output-shaft bearing-preload checks.

• Axles, suspension and steering: Universal-joint replacement, axle-shaft and hub service, swivel-housing overhaul, leaf-spring work, and steering gearbox and relay service.

• Brakes: Master-cylinder and wheel-cylinder service, shoe replacement, hydraulic bleeding, transmission-brake adjustment, and later dual-circuit brake-system procedures.

• Electrical diagnosis: Ignition fault tracing, generator and alternator tests, starter service, control-box checks, diesel glow-plug checks, and model-specific wiring diagrams.

The manual is suited to experienced DIY owners familiar with mechanical repair and measuring tools; precision machining and specialist injection work require appropriately equipped facilities.

Engine Construction and Fuel-System Limits

The engine chapters distinguish the conventional overhead-valve four-cylinder gasoline engine from the six-cylinder design with overhead intake valves and side exhaust valves. Section views support the construction descriptions, while the procedures cover rear crankshaft seals, bearing checks, and engine reassembly.

Cylinder-head instructions explain how debris or trapped liquid in bolt holes can prevent proper clamping and lead to gasket failure. Engine and gearbox removal also involve heavy suspended assemblies, requiring suitable lifting equipment and secure supports.

Carburetor service: The gasoline fuel-system chapter assigns Solex and Zenith carburetors to the four-cylinder engine and Stromberg or SU units to the six-cylinder engine. It includes disassembly, float checks, jet centering where applicable, and idle adjustment—not a general carburetor synchronization procedure.

Diesel injection: Pump removal, refitting, timing, and fuel-system priming are described. Later externally marked pumps require timing gauge 605836. Internal injection-pump overhaul and injector-nozzle reconditioning require specialist equipment and are not presented as owner-service procedures.

Gearbox, Axle and Steering Variations

The transmission chapter distinguishes the Series 3 all-synchromesh gearbox from earlier units and explains the differences between helical/spur and all-helical transfer boxes. The output-shaft bearing-preload illustration accompanies shim-selection instructions.

Rover, ENV, and Salisbury axle configurations receive separate attention for axle-shaft, hub, and differential removal work. Rear-hub section views show the bearing arrangement. Front differential coverage concerns removal and replacement for specialist attention rather than an internal rebuild.

Both spring-loaded and Railko-bush swivel housings are covered. The manual warns that cleaning fluid can impair the Railko bush and thrust washer’s damping characteristics. Steering ball-joint work identifies extractor 600590.

Brake Variants and Electrical Fault Tracing

The brake chapter distinguishes Girling C.V. and C.B. master cylinders, different wheel-brake arrangements, and the separate transmission brake. A tandem master-cylinder exploded view supports the later dual-circuit procedures; brake servos are treated as exchange units rather than owner-overhaul projects.

Distributor exploded views accompany ignition testing and timing instructions. Charging-system coverage includes the Lucas 11 AC and 16 ACR alternators, while the appendix provides positive- and negative-ground wiring diagrams, including separate Series 3 gasoline and diesel layouts.

These variant-specific drawings and component data provide a bench reference for matching the installed assembly to the relevant tests, clearances, and reassembly information.

Bodywork and Optional Equipment

Bodywork coverage includes Birmabright alloy panel repair, welding, riveting, painting, and panel removal. The optional-equipment chapter describes center and rear power takeoffs, the rear drive pulley, engine governor, mechanical capstan winch, hydraulic front winch, oil cooler, and firefighting pump.

A Preview of Lubrication and Transfer-Box Checks

For the six-cylinder gasoline engine, the lubrication section specifies oil pressure of 40–50 psi with the engine warm at 2,000 rpm.

For the helical/spur transfer box, the output-shaft preload check specifies a 2–4 lb spring-balance reading with the shaft rotating and the cord around the low-speed gear selector groove. Intermediate-gear end float is .004–.008 inch (.10–.20 mm), alongside the associated shim-adjustment instructions.