Land Rover Repair: Starter Sheild Disco 95, main lead, intense heat

Question
i have a 95 Disco, i had the starter replaced and the shop took the heat sheild off and did not tell me. Do i need this sheild?
Thanks

Answer
Hi Rowland,

its there to protect the shield from the intense heat. It can also deflect grit and fluid (to some extent).  On my '95 Disco, the shield must have been loose and it cracked.  I replaced it and suggest you do likewise.

While you're down there, clean the main lead with electronic contact cleaner - you'd be amazed how filthy that wire can get.

Regards,

JohnMc