Thread: Buying: 2004 Disco 2 TD5 Classic

Originally Posted by funkyfedaykin

How can you tell if SLS (or ACE) is fitted?

If its a 7 seater it will likely have SLS. Have a look at the rear springs. If they are air bags it has sls, is coils it doesnt.

With regard to ACE, look in the drivers side front wheel arch, Should be some rams acting on the front ARB

Originally Posted by funkyfedaykin

Is it hard/difficult/expensive to retro fit the factory SLS?

Guess that would depend on what your mechanical ability and budget is. I cant see it really being worth fitting the factory system personally. Maybe a custom one tailored to your needs?

Originally Posted by funkyfedaykin

Is it possible to replace the factory CD player & retain use of the multifunction steering wheel buttons?

yes apparently so. some useful info on this link I think.

http://www.aulro.com/afvb/discovery-...ad-unit-2.html

Originally Posted by funkyfedaykin

I'm buying a 2004 Discovery II TD5 Auto Classic with 90,000kms on the clock. Seems to be in perfect condition, always serviced by Landrover dealership/specialist.

I've had a look around at other users questions & answers about buying D2s had most of my questions answered, but i just wanted some more clarity on things.

How can you tell if SLS (or ACE) is fitted?

Is it hard/difficult/expensive to retro fit the factory SLS?

Is it possible to replace the factory CD player & retain use of the multifunction steering wheel buttons?

Exterior: SLS has airbags as the rear suspension, not coils.
Interior: There is a bank of 6 switches on driver's side of the climate control, the bottom left switch should have a raise rear height picture on it to raise the SLS.
But someone may have removed the airbags for coils and therefore it may still have the SLS switch, so best to look for the actuial airbags.
I believe all 7 seater D2s were SLS.

I think it is the power steering reservoir that has 2 caps on it, one for the power steering and the other for the ACE.

You can retain the steering wheel controls in other cars with the use of an aftermarket wiring control loom, so I would expect the D2 to be possible, but I can not confirm this.

I didn't see the raise rear button.

I do like the idea of SLS, and am planing on adding the factory 3rd row seats in a couple of years. I don't want a lift kit but i like the idea of being able to lift the rear when off road or it self levelling when towing. Seeing the 10 min Launch sales film makes it look pretty good...
But having said this, if it were overly complicated or expensive, I might skip it.
(From what i've read, surely it would be less complicated than adding the third row?)

I know my way around a car & toolbox, but I'm not the most experienced in car repairs.

I pretty sure it doesn't have ace, but i just wanted to check if there was something I had or hadn't seen that might tip me off.

Thanks for the replies guys, you've been most helpful!

G'evening all; if you replace the LR radio with after-market unit the wheel
controls will not work, unless, in the case of a Pioneer unit you are prepared to spend about $350 for the translator doover. I didn't. Cheers ... Ray.

Originally Posted by RecMec

G'evening all; if you replace the LR radio with after-market unit the wheel
controls will not work, unless, in the case of a Pioneer unit you are prepared to spend about $350 for the translator doover. I didn't. Cheers ... Ray.

THIS IS FALSE

You CAN keep the factory steering wheel audio controls.
I have done it. It works with many brands of aftermarket head unit.

All you need is an adapter from a company called PAC. Cost me $65 bucks delivered.

Google it, find the one to suit your headunit and car, get it off ebay.

If you want to do it, here is a link to a little tutorial.

http://www.aulro.com/afvb/discovery-...head-unit.html

Good luck with your purchase, sounds like a good buy!!

Before I get shouted down here, I think SLS is a brilliant bit of kit. However, it is not the end of the world if the car you are buying doesn't have it. I have Polyairs inside my rear coils and run them at 25psi when towing my camper trailer (aprox 1100kg fully laden with water tank full plus 2 jerries). No problems keeping everything level. the car you're looking at sounds like a great buy...just do it!

Thanks for the info guys.

I will probably just end up getting a mp3 player interface of some description instead of a whole new head unit, but at least I know it can be done!

I'm picking up the D2 tomorrow!! exciting!!

Just wondering aloud... how much would a ARB bullbar with Warn winch & driving lights set me back? approximately? (their site hasn't got prices yet)

Colour coded? About $1700 bar, $300 lights, $1000 winch + installation. Satin black bar -$200, so $1500. Only approx prices!!! and from faulty memory!!!

You'll love the car.

Cheers

Pete