TD 5 02 Fender Vibrations?

[land864]

Have had the 02 for about 2 weeks now.

I've noticed a couple of unusual ( to me that is ) vibrations.

First one is the power steering pump. every now and then it makes a hum or vibration on partial lock? ( Check the fluid?)

Second one is; when coasting to a stop , occassionally I will get a funny shiimmy type sensation or wobble/vibration. Sometimes it continues when stopped but not for long and it only does it during or just after coming to a stop. Doesn't do it for long but it is noticible.
I remember it being very slight when I test drove it but it seems more noticible now and not all the time. ( Oil in the ECU loom? Check under seat?)

[one_iota]

With regards to the second item check the universal joints in the drive shafts for wear. The bearings may have gone west resulting in movement.

[land864]

It's more like a rough idle after coasting to stop if I think about it which makes me think oil in the ECU loom:confused:

I'd be peeved if it was coz I payed god money for a prepurch inspection and specifically asked that very reputable Land Rover service place to check out for oil in the ECU. They did mention that it wasn't a prob in 2002 models:mad:

[JLo]

2002 Defenders are susceptible to oil in loom - I have had it.

As far as rough idle coming to stop off throttle, pretty normal for mine and never worried me since new. Just a couple of beats so to speak.

Power steering pump noise that is pretty standard for Defender if not LR.

Cheers
JLo

[5teve]

our td5 dico had oil in the loom... thats a late 2002 the deefer doesnt have it yet... but i wont hold my breath...

The oil pump bolt was also fixed by 2002 however the disco's was 'not tight' and not loctited. I guess its a bit of a lottery!

Regarding the oil in the loom... its an easy job and almost a service item. the only thing you need is patience flushing the harness out. Oh and to make sure the gasket goes back on right! :D

Steve

[land864]

Thanks :)