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Land Rover Defender 200Tdi: grease propshafts

Driveline · Defender (1990–2016) · 1990–1994

How often: every 6,000 mi or 6 months, whichever comes first. Dry universal joints and splines fail suddenly.

Work safely: support the vehicle on axle stands, never a jack alone; let it cool first. Check figures against your workshop manual. You do this work at your own risk.

Parts

Lithium EP2 grease (grease-gun cartridge)

Tools

Grease gun
Rag

Step by step

Wipe each nipple clean. Grease both UJs and the sliding joint on each propshaft.
Check each UJ for play by twisting the shaft against its flange.
Check the propshaft flange bolts are tight.

More Land Rover Defender 200Tdi servicing

Engine oil & filter change every 6,000 mi or 6 months
Air filter element every 12,000 mi or year
Fuel filter change & bleed every 12,000 mi or year
Drain fuel sedimenter / water trap every 6,000 mi or 6 months
Timing belt, tensioner & idler every 60,000 mi or 5 yrs
Check & adjust valve clearances every 12,000 mi or year
Fan / auxiliary belt check every 12,000 mi or year
Coolant drain, flush & refill every 3 yrs
Check swivel housings & seals every 12,000 mi or year
Check gearbox, transfer & axle oil levels every 12,000 mi or year
Change gearbox & transfer box oil every 24,000 mi or 2 yrs
Change front & rear axle oil every 24,000 mi or 2 yrs
Steering & power steering check every 12,000 mi or year
Inspect pads, discs & brake hoses every 12,000 mi or year
Adjust transmission handbrake every 12,000 mi or year
Brake & clutch fluid change every 2 yrs
Suspension bushes, arms & dampers every 12,000 mi or year
Wheel bearings & hub seals every 24,000 mi or 2 yrs
Chassis & bulkhead inspection, rust-proofing every year
Annual safety inspection every year
Monthly walk-round checks every month

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