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Using the Land Rover tyre repair kit

Note: All vehicle drivers and occupants should 
be made aware that a temporary repair has 
been made to a tyre fitted to the vehicle. They 
should also be made aware of the special 
driving conditions imposed when using a 
repaired tyre.

Repair procedure

1. Open the tyre repair kit and peel off the 

maximum speed label. Attach the label to 
the facia in the driver's field of view. Take 
care not to obstruct any of the instruments 
or warning lights.

2. Uncoil the compressor power cable and 

the inflation hose.

3. Unscrew the orange cap from the sealant 

bottle receiver, and the sealant bottle cap.

4. Screw the sealant bottle into the receiver 

(clockwise) until tight.
• Screwing the bottle onto the receiver will 

pierce the bottle's seal. Do not unscrew 
a full, or partly used bottle from the 
receiver. Doing so will result in the 
sealant leaking from the bottle.

5. Remove the valve cap from the damaged 

tyre.

6. Remove the protective cap from the 

inflation hose, and connect the inflation 
hose to the tyre valve. Ensure that the hose 
is screwed on firmly.

7. Ensure that the compressor switch is in 

the off (O) position.

8. Insert the power cable connector into an 

auxiliary power socket.  See AUXILIARY 
POWER SOCKETS
 (page 110).

9. Unless the vehicle is in an enclosed or 

poorly ventilated area, start the engine.

10. Set the compressor switch to the on (l

position.

11. Inflate the tyre to a minimum of 1.8 bar (26 

lb/in²) and a maximum of 3.5 bar (51 
lb/in²).

WARNINGS

Avoid skin contact with the sealant 
which contains natural rubber latex.

Do not unscrew the sealant bottle from the 
receiver until it is empty, as sealant will leak 
out.

If the tyre inflation pressure does not 
reach 1.8 bar (26 lb/in²) within seven 

minutes, the tyre may have suffered excessive 
damage. A temporary repair will not be 
possible, and the vehicle should not be driven 
until the tyre has been replaced.

CAUTIONS

Before attempting a tyre repair, ensure 
that the vehicle is parked safely, as far 

away from passing traffic as possible.

Ensure that the parking brake is applied, 
and P is selected if an automatic 

transmission is fitted.

Do not attempt to remove foreign objects 
such as nails, screws, etc from the tyre.

Always run the engine when using the 
compressor, unless the vehicle is in an 

enclosed, or poorly ventilated space.

To prevent overheating do not operate 
the compressor continuously for longer 

than ten minutes.

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12. During the inflation, switch the 

compressor off briefly to check the tyre 
pressure using the gauge mounted on the 
compressor.
• It should not take longer than seven 

minutes to inflate the tyre. If after seven 
minutes the tyre has not reached the 
minimum pressure, the tyre should not 
be used.

13. Once the tyre has been inflated switch off 

the compressor. If desired the engine may 
be turned off after the compressor has 
been turned off.

14. Remove the power connector from the 

auxiliary power socket.

15. Remove the inflation hose from the tyre 

valve by unscrewing it as quickly as 
possible (anti-clockwise).

16. Replace the inflation hose protective cap, 

and the tyre valve cap.

17. Do not remove the sealant bottle from the 

receiver.

18. Ensure that the tyre repair kit (including 

the bottle, and receiver caps) are placed 
securely in the vehicle. You will need to 
use the kit to check the tyre pressure after 
3km (2 miles) so ensure they are easily 
accessible.

19. Immediately drive the vehicle for 3 km (2 

miles) to allow the sealant to coat the inner 
surface of the tyre and form a seal at the 
puncture.

When pumping the sealant through the tyre 

valve, the pressure may rise up to 6 bar (87 
lb/in²). The pressure will drop again after 
approximately 30 seconds.

Checking the tyre pressure after a repair

1. Drive the vehicle for 3 km (2 miles) then 

stop in a safe place. Carry out a visual 
examination of the tyres condition.

2. Remove the protective cap from the 

inflation hose.

3. Screw the inflation hose connector firmly 

onto the tyre valve.

4. Read the tyre pressure from the gauge.

5. If the pressure of the sealant filled tyre is 

above 1.3 bar (19 lb/in²) adjust the 
pressure to the correct value.  See 
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS (page 194).

6. Ensure that the compressor switch is in 

the off position (O), and insert the power 
cable connector into an auxiliary power 
socket.  See AUXILIARY POWER 
SOCKETS
 (page 110).

7. If the vehicle is in a well ventilated area, 

start the engine.

8. Switch on the compressor (I), and inflate 

the tyre to the correct pressure.

WARNINGS

When driving the vehicle, if you 
experience vibrations, abnormal 

steering, or noises, reduce speed immediately. 
Drive with extreme caution and reduced speed 
to the first safe place to stop the vehicle. 
Visually examine the tyre, and check it's 
pressure. If there are any signs of damage or 
deformity to the tyre, or the tyre pressure is 
below 1.3 bar (19 lb/in²) do not continue 
driving.

Consult a tyre repair centre, or your 
Land Rover Dealer/Authorised repairer 

for advice concerning the replacement of a 
tyre after using a tyre repair kit.

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9. To check the tyre pressure turn off the 

compressor then read the pressure from 
the gauge.

10. When the compressor is off, if the tyre 

pressure is too high, release the required 
amount of pressure using the pressure 
relief valve.

11. Once the tyre is inflated to the correct 

pressure, switch off the compressor and 
remove the power plug from the auxiliary 
socket.

12. Unscrew the inflation hose connector from 

the tyre valve, replace the tyre valve cap 
and the inflation hose connector protective 
cap.

13. Do not remove the sealant bottle from the 

receiver.

14. Ensure that the tyre repair kit (including 

the bottle, and receiver caps) are placed 
securely in the vehicle.

15. Drive to the nearest tyre repair centre, or 

Land Rover Dealer/Authorised repairer for 
a replacement tyre to be fitted. Ensure that 
you make the repair centre aware that the 
tyre repair kit has been used before the tyre 
is removed.

16. Both the tyre inflation hose, and the sealant 

bottle should be replaced once a new tyre 
has been fitted.

Only sealant bottles which are 
completely empty should be 
disposed of with normal household 

waste. Sealant bottles which contain some 
sealant, and the tyre inflation hose, should be 
disposed of by a tyre specialist, or your Land 
Rover Dealer/Authorised repairer in 
compliance with local waste disposal 
regulations.

USING SNOW CHAINS

Land Rover approved traction devices may be 
used to improve traction on a hard road surface 
in heavy snow conditions. They should not be 
used in off-road conditions.

If it becomes necessary to fit traction devices, 
the following points should be observed:-
• Single sided Spike-spyder traction devices 

can only be fitted to the front wheels of 
vehicles fitted with 17 or 18 inch diameter 
wheels.
• The wheels and tyres fitted must 

conform to the specifications of the 
original equipment.

• No traction devices should be fitted to the 

rear wheels.

• Only Land Rover approved traction devices 

should be used on the vehicle. Only Land 
Rover approved traction devices have been 
tested to ensure that they do not cause 
damage to the vehicle. Contact your Land 
Rover Dealer/Authorised repairer for 
information.

• Always read, understand, and follow the 

snow chain manufacturer's instructions. 
Pay particular attention to the maximum 
speed, and fitting instructions.

WARNING

Only use traction devices in heavy snow 
conditions, on hard road surfaces.

Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) must be 
switched off when using traction devices. DSC 
limits wheel spin which is required to maintain 
traction in deep snow conditions.

Never exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) when traction 
devices are fitted.

Never fit traction devices to a temporary use 
spare wheel.

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• Avoid tyre/vehicle damage by removing 

the traction devices as soon as the 
conditions allow.

TYRE GLOSSARY

Terms used

lbf/in² or psi 

Pounds per square inch, an imperial unit of 
measure for pressure.

kPa

Kilo Pascal, a metric unit of measure for 
pressure.

Cold tyre pressure

The air pressure in a tyre which has been 
standing in excess of three hours, or driven for 
less than one mile.

Maximum inflation pressure

The maximum pressure to which the tyre 
should be inflated. This pressure is given on 
the tyre side wall in lbf/in² (psi) and kPa.

Note: This pressure is the maximum allowed 
by the tyre manufacturer. It is not the pressure 
recommended for use.  See TECHNICAL 
SPECIFICATIONS
 (page 194).

Kerb weight

The weight of a standard vehicle, including a 
full tank of fuel, any optional equipment fitted, 
and with the correct coolant and oil levels.

Gross vehicle weight

The maximum permissible weight of a vehicle 
with driver, passengers, load, luggage, 
equipment, and towbar load.

Accessory weight

The combined weight (in excess of those items 
replaced) of items available as factory installed 
equipment.

Production options weight

The combined weight of options installed 
which weigh in excess of 1.4 kg (3 lb) more 
than the standard items that they replaced, and 
are not already considered in kerb or accessory 
weights. Items such as heavy duty brakes, high 
capacity battery, special trim etc.

Vehicle capacity weight

The number of seats multiplied by 68 kg (150 
lb) plus the rated amount of load/luggage.

Maximum loaded vehicle weight

The sum of kerb weight, accessory weight, 
vehicle capacity weight, plus any production 
option weights.

Rim

The metal support for a tyre, or tyre and tube, 
upon which the tyre beads are seated.

Bead

The inner edge of a tyre that is shaped to fit to 
the rim and form an air tight seal. The bead is 
constructed of steel wires which are wrapped, 
or reinforced, by the ply cords.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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