I have a 94 +8 with the 3.9 engine although mine is Hotwire yours will be the GEMs system. ?
Sorry this is not correct , the changeover from Hotwire to GEMS was 2002/3. Dave's car will also be Hotwire (14 CUX)
Right here would be my tips:-
1 Fuel pump relay . When you switch on the ignition can you hear a low "whirring" sound from the rear of the car which cuts out after a few seconds. If yes go to number 2 , if no then this is your answer. The fuel pump relay allows current to the high pressure fuel pump which is an in-tank unit. If there is no current the pump won't run and pressurise the fuel rail, and the ecu won't allow the engine to start.
The relay is located in that tangle of wiring under the dashboard. Can't remember the wiring colours by heart but I think one is back/purple? Replacing the relay is the only option. Quite cheap and very easy job , even diy. Make sure you label it so it can be located easily next time (and there will be a next time, so order 2 and carry a spare)
2 If the pump is running then check that the inertia switch has not been accidentally depressed, if so just reset it and all will be well. If not then go to 3
3 Check the ignition module. This a small black plastic unit looking bit like a relay. It is mounted on the n/s inner valence just behind the radiator. This can fail and is a cheap and easy replacement. Not sure how you would check except to ensure you are getting good sparks on every cylinder. Might be an idea to replace it anyway , they are cheap and have been known to fail. While you have the plugs out turn the engine over until you register oil pressure on the gauge (unless that is also dead?) This will eliminate the possibility that the ecu is stopping the engine from firing , but personally I doubt this will be the cause.
4 If all of the above fail then it possibly time to get some diagnostics done, unfortunately the Rover V8 engine is pre-OBD2 so the common code readers won't work , you need someone with the old Rovercom system. Perhaps an old Land/Range Rover specialist near you.
Good luck and let us know how you progress
