Land Rover Discovery 2000 User Manual

CONTENTS

SECTION 1 Introduction .......................................................... 1

SECTION 2 Controls & instruments ........................................ 7

SECTION 3 Driving & operating ............................................. 89

SECTION 4 Owner maintenance ............................................. 133

SECTION 5 General data ......................................................... 181

SECTION 6 Parts & accessories............................................... 191

SECTION 7 Off-road driving.................................................... 195

Index ..................................................................... 207

As part of the Land Rover environmental policy, this publication is printed on paper made from chlorine free pulp.

 Rover Group Limited 2000 Publication No LRL 0322ENX

08.2000 Discovery Series II - 2nd Edition

SECTION 1

Introduction

OWNER HANDBOOK

This handbook covers all current versionsof Land Rover Discovery petrol and diesel models and, together with the Service Portfolio book, provides all the information you need to derive maximum pleasure from owning and drivingyour new vehicle.

For your convenience, the handbook is divided into sections,each dealing with a different aspect of the vehicle. These are listedon the title page and you will find it worthwhile to take a little time to read each one, and get to know your Discoveryas soon as you possibly can. The moreyou understand before you drive, the greater the satisfaction once you are seated behind the steering wheel.

The specification of each vehicle will vary according to territorial requirements and also from model to model within the vehicle range. Some of the information published in this handbook, therefore, may not apply to your particular vehicle.

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Safety warnings 3...........................................

Service Portfolio book 3.................................

Information labels 4........................................

Vehicle identification number 5.......................

Breakdown safety code 6................................

Land Rover operates a policy of constant product improvement and therefore reserves the right to change specifications without notice at any time. Whilst every effort is made to ensure complete accuracyof the information in this handbook, no liabilities for inaccuraciesor the consequences thereof can be accepted by the manufacturer or the dealer, except in respect of personal injury caused by the negligence of the manufacturer or the dealer.

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted, in any form, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or other means without prior written permission from Rover Group Limited.

Introduction

SERVICE PORTFOLIO

The Service Portfolio book included in your literature pack contains important vehicle identification information, details of your entitlement under the terms of the Land Rover warranty, as well as useful consumer advice.

Most important of all, however, is the section on maintenance. This outlines the servicing requirements for your vehicle and also includes the First Service Voucher, and the service record slips, which the Dealer should sign and stamp to certify that the routine services have been carriedout at the recommended intervals.

WARNINGS IN THIS HANDBOOK

WARNING

Safety warnings are included in this handbook. These indicate either a procedure which must be followed precisely, or information that should be considered with great care in order to avoid the possibility of personal injury or serious damage to the vehicle.

WARNING LABELS ATTACHED TO THE

VEHICLE

Warning labels attached to your vehicle bearing this symbol

mean: DO NOT touch or adjust components until you have read the relevant instructions in the handbook.

Warning labels showing this

symbol indicate that the ignition

system utilises very high voltages. DO NOT touch any ignition components while the starter switch is turned on!

WARNING

Your vehicle has a higher ground clearance and, hence, a higher centre of gravity than ordinary passenger cars. This will result in different handling characteristics. Inexperienced drivers should take additional care, particularly in off-road driving situations and when performing abrupt manoeuvres on unstable surfaces.

Introduction

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Information concerning operation of the transfer gearbox with either manual ’A’ or automatic gearbox ’B’ is printed on the centre console. This is important information and must be understood fully with reference to the ’Gearbox and Transmission’ section of this handbook, before using the transfer gearbox.

Introduction

SUN VISOR LABELS

AIRBAG

SRS

1980

1940

2015

78.0

79.5

76.5

INS

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Always take careful note of warning information about the airbag SRS attached to the sun visor (illustrated above) or other parts of the vehicle.

Details of the vehicle’s standard ride height, both with and without an open sunroof are printed on the drivers sun visor.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN)

If you need to communicate with a Land Rover dealer, you may be asked to quote the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).

The VIN (and recommended maximum vehicle weights) is stamped on a plate riveted to the top of the radiator grille panel in the engine compartment (this should match the VIN recorded in the Service Portfolio book).

In addition, as a deterrent to car thievesand to assist the police, the VIN is stamped on a plate which is visible through the lowest part of the left side of the windscreen and also on the vehicle’s chassis.

A B C D E F

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A. Type approval (where required) B. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) C. Gross vehicle weight (where required) D. Gross train weight (where required) E. Maximum front axle load (where required) F. Maximum rear axle load (where required)

Introduction

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Remember the breakdown

safety code

If a breakdown occurs while travelling:

• Wherever possible, consistent with road safety and traffic conditions, the vehicle should be moved off the main thoroughfare, preferably into a lay-by. If a breakdown occurs on a motorway, pull well over to the inside of the hard shoulder.

• Switch on hazard lights.

• If possible, position a warning

triangle or a flashing amber light at an appropriate distance from the vehicle to warn other traffic of the breakdown, (note the legal requirements of some countries).

• Consider evacuating passengers through nearside doors onto the verge as a precaution in case your vehicle is accidentally struck by other traffic.

SECTION 2

Controls & instruments

In this sectionof the handbook you will find descriptions of the controls and instruments.

For your own safety, it is most important to read this section fully and to gain a thorough understanding of all the controls before driving.

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Controls 9.......................................................

Security card 10.............................................

Locks & alarm 11...........................................

Seats 20.........................................................

Seat belts 30...................................................

Airbag SRS 36................................................

Steering column 40........................................

Door mirrors 41..............................................

Instruments 43...............................................

Warning lights 45...........................................

Audible warnings 50.......................................

Lights & indicators 51....................................

Wipers & washers 53.....................................

Switches 56....................................................

Electric windows 59........................................

Sunroof 60.....................................................

Heating & ventilation 62.................................

Air conditioning 65.........................................

Interior equipment 69.....................................

Compass set zones 78....................................

Rear step 84...................................................

Loadspace cover 85........................................

In-car telephones 86.......................................

In-car entertainment 87..................................

Controls

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24 23

897

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19 15

14 18 17

1. Door locks switch

2. Clock

3. Heater/air conditioning controls

4. Radio cassette player

5. Lighting and direction indicator controls

6. RH binnacle switch panel (includes rear

fog guard light)

7. Remote radio controls (if fitted)

8. Horn switches (2)

9. Steering column height adjuster

10.Instrument panel

11.Cruise control switches (if fitted)

12.Windscreen wiper/washercontrols

13.LH binnacle switch panel (includes rear

wash/wipe)

14.Transfer gear lever

15.Main gear lever

16.Electric window switches

17.Heated front seat switches (if fitted)

18.Handbrake

19.Cigar lighter

20.Cup holder

21.Fascia panel switches (includes hazard

warning, fuel filler and screen demisters)

22.Starter switch

23.Headlamp levellingcontrol (if fitted)

24.Electric mirror adjuster

NOTE: The precise specification and location of controlsmay vary according to territorial

requirements and from model to model within the vehiclerange.

Security Card

The security card, supplied with the literature pack, contains important emergency information. It is ESSENTIAL that you keep the card safe from theft and ensure that it is passed to the new owner if you sell the vehicle.

• Key number: This is the number of the

starter/door key - essential if you ever need to obtain a replacement.

• Emergency key access code: You will

need this code in order to start the vehicle if the handset has been lost or damaged (see ’Emergencykey access’ in the ’Locks & alarm’ section).

• Locking wheel nut number: If your vehicle

has locking wheel nuts, you will have been provided with a special wheel nut socket to remove them. You will need to quote this number to obtain a replacement socket.

• VIN (vehicle identification number): This

identity number is unique to your vehicle and is essential proof of its specification. The number can also be found in various locations around the vehicle (see ’Vehicle Identification’ in Section 1).

• Radio security code number: This unique

code must be entered into the radio whenever the power supply has been disconnected. Without this code, the radio unit will not operate (see ’Securitycode’ in the ’In-Car Entertainment’book).

WARNING

Never leave the security card inside the vehicle when it is unattended.

Memorise the emergency key access code, or keep the card on your person while driving, in case of emergencies.

Locks & Alarm

ALARM SYSTEM

Your vehicle is fitted with a sophisticated electronic anti-theft alarm and engine immobilisation system. There are also a number of additional security features, some of which are selectable options and some are standard features of the vehicle. In order to ensure maximum security and operating convenience, you are strongly advised to gain a full understanding of the features and alternatives available, by thoroughly reading this section of the handbook.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

FOR MAXIMUM SECURITY ALWAYS SUPERLOCK THE VEHICLE USING THE REMOTE HANDSET (except when passengers are to be left inside or if it is necessary to leave a window or sunroof open).

LOCKING

With the remote handset:

Press the lock (padlock symbol) button once:

- all doors are superlocked (see

’Superlocking’)

- engine immobilised

- perimetric alarm activated (protects the doors, bonnet and taildoor)

- interior space protection activated

The direction indicator lights flash three times to confirm that the vehicle is secure and the anti-theft alarm indicator light (in the instrument panel) starts to flash.

With the key:

Insert the key and turn the door lock towards the rear of the vehicle:

- all doors locked (not superlocked)

- engine immobilised

- perimetric alarm activated (protects the doors, bonnet and taildoor)

- NO INTERIOR SPACE PROTECTION

The direction indicator lights flash once to confirm that the vehicle is secure and the anti-theft alarm indicator light (in the instrument panel) starts to flash.

UNLOCKING

With the remote handset:

• Press the unlock (Land Rover) button

once to disarm the alarm and unlock the driver’s door only (see ’Singlepoint

entry’).

• Press the unlock button twice to disarm

the alarm and unlock ALL the doors.

In either case, the direction indicatorlights flash once and the interior lights illuminate.

With the key:

While the doors can be unlocked using the key, this method is NOT RECOMMENDED depending on the specification of the vehicle the alarm may not be disarmed.

NOTE: If the handset does not operate after

the vehiclehas been parked for a long period, unlock the driver’s door with the key and then try again. If the handset still fails to operate, enter the EKA code using the procedure shown later in this section.

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For safety, NEVER use Superlocking if passengers are to remain inside the vehicle

- in an emergency they would not be able to

escape.

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Using the remote handset

While it is not necessary to point the handset at the vehicle, the handset must be within range of the vehicle when a button is pressed. Note that the operating range may vary depending upon handset battery condition and may sometimes be limited by physical and geographical factors beyond your control. From a security point of view, it may not be wise to unlock unless you are within a few feet of the vehicle.

Superlocking

Provided all the doors are fully closed, the Superlocking feature is activated automatically whenever the vehicle is locked using the remote handset. Superlocking immobilisesthe interior door handles, thereby preventingan intruder from gaining entry by smashing a window and reaching inside the vehicle to operate the door handles.

Note that locking with the key will not activate superlocking.

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Anti-theft alarm indicator light

This light provides information about the status of the alarm system, as follows:

When the vehicleis locked:

The light flashes rapidly while the alarm is arming itself. After ten seconds, the light adjusts to a slower frequency and continues to flash as an anti-theft deterrent until the alarm is disarmed.

If the engine is immobilised (even though the alarm has been disarmed):

The light flashes slowly until the engine is remobilised.

If the alarmhas been triggered:

The light will flash rapidly when the alarm is disarmed until the starter switch is turned to position II.

If the remote handset battery power is low:

The light will flash rapidly for ten seconds after the handset has been used when the driver’s door is opened.

Locks & Alarm

Mislock

If the driver’s door is not fully closed when the handset lock button is pressed, the alarm sounder or vehicle horn will sound once, indicating a mislock. In this case, none of the doors will lock and the alarm system will not be armed.

If a passenger door or other aperture is not fully closed when the handset lock button is pressed, the alarm sounder or vehiclehorn will sound once, indicating a mislock. However, the ’partial arming’ attributes of the security system will enable as much of the system to be armed as possible (all fully closed door or bonnet apertures will be protected, but an open door will not!). As soon as the open aperture is closed, the system will automatically revert to a fully armed state.

NOTE: If a mislock occurs as a result of an

open door, the superlocking and interior space protectionfeatures will not be activated.

NOTE: Your Land Rover dealer can disable

the mislockaudible warning.

If the alarm sounds

If the alarm is triggered, the alarm sounder or vehicle horn will sound for 30 seconds before switching off and resetting itself to the same protection status that existed prior to the alarm being triggered.

To silence the alarm, press either button on the remote handset.

Headlight courtesy delay (if fitted)

When locking the vehicle, the remote handset can be used to illuminate the headlights for 30 seconds. At night this will make it easier for you to unlock the garage, or walk to your house in safety. Operate this feature at the same time as you lock the car, by keeping the handset LOCK button pressed for more than 2 seconds (the doors lock and alarm system arms in the usual way).

To extinguish the lights before the 30 second illumination period has expired, press the lock button again.

NOTE: This feature canbe disabled by a Land

Rover dealer.

Single point entry

This is a personal security feature, which enables the driver’s door only to be unlocked, leaving the other doors in a locked state. It can be operated by the remote handset as follows:

Press the unlock button once to unlock the driver’s door, press a second time (within one minute) to unlock the remaining doors.

NOTE: This feature canbe disabled by a Land

Rover dealer.

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Interior space protection

Interior space protection is designed to protect the interior of the vehicle from intrusion (entry by a thief through a smashed window, for example). Two pairs of sensors monitor the interior space and activatethe alarm if air movement is detected in the passenger compartment.

Using the handset:

Interior space protection is activated automatically whenever the remote handset is used to set the alarm and can ONLY be deactivated with the handset.

Key operation:

Using the key will NOT activate (or deactivate) interior space protection.

Speed-related locking (if fitted)

This security feature locks all the doors automatically when the vehicle speed exceeds 7 km/h, and unlocks the doors as soon as the starter switch is turned off (provided the doors had previously been locked by the speed related feature).

Note that this feature is not selectableby the driver, and that operation of the door locks by any other means (interior locking switch on the fascia panel, for example) will disable the speed-related locking function for the remainder of the journey, or until the starter switch is turned off and on again.

NOTE: This feature canbe selected or

deselected by a Land Rover dealer.

NOTE: The feature cannot be activated if a

door is open, or if the starter switch is turned on.

WARNING

Never activate interior space protection if windows or sunroof are to be left open, or if passengers or animals are to be left inside the vehicle - any movement will activate the alarm.

Locks & Alarm

ENGINE IMMOBILISATION

Engine immobilisation is an important aspect of the security system, and includes a feature known as ’passive immobilisation’. This is designed to safeguard the vehicle from theft, should the driver forget to lock the doors and prevents the engine from being started unless the GENUINE handset key is inserted into the starter switch. Engine immobilisation is automatic whenever any of the following conditions occur.

• The vehicle is locked using handset or key.

• Thirty seconds after the starter switch has

been turned off AND the driver’s door opened.

• Five minutes after the starter switch is turned off, or the alarm system is disarmed.

The engine will be re-mobilised automatically whenever the genuine handset key is inserted into the starter switch and turned to position ’II’.

EMERGENCY KEY ACCESS

If the handset is damaged, or fails to operate, the engine can be re-mobilised by using the key to enter a unique four number emergency key access code. The code is recorded on the Security Information card and is entered as follows:

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

When entering a code:

• ENSURE each key movement is carried out with care and precision and turned to the full extent of its travel.

• After turning the key to either the lock or unlock positions, make sure it is FULLY returned to the centre (vertical) position.

• An interval of 10 seconds or more between key turns, or the key being held in a locked or unlocked position for 5 seconds or more will cancel an entry attempt, in which case you must start again with operation 1.

1. Ensure that all doors are closed, then using the key turn the driver’s door lock to the UNLOCK position

(towards the front of the car) and hold in this position for at least 5 seconds until the alarm sounder sounds once). Then return the key to the centre position. It is now possible to use the key to enter the separate numerical values of the four numbers that make up the emergency key accesscode.

2. Enter the FIRST number of

the code. If the first number

is 4, turn the key (towards the

front of the car) to the

UNLOCK position 4 times. Ensure the key is FULLY returned to the centre position after each turn.

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3. Enter the SECOND number of the code. If the second

number is 3, turn the key (towards the rear) to the

LOCK position 3 times. Remember; the key must be FULLY returned to the centre position after each turn.

4. Enter the THIRD number of

the code. If the third number

is 12, turn the key to the

UNLOCK position twelve

times, ensuring that the key is FULLY returned to the centre position after each turn.

5. Enter the FOURTH number

of the code. If the fourth

number is 1, turn the key to

the LOCK position once.

Ensure the key is FULLY returned to the centre position.

6. Finally, turn the key to the

unlock position once more. If

the code has been entered

correctly, a double ’bleep’ will

sound (a single ’bleep’ indicates that the code has been entered incorrectly).

NOTE: If the Mislock audible warning has

been deselected(by a Land Rover dealer),the alarm sounderwill not sound when an EKA code has been entered. Instead, the alarm indicator lighton the instrument panel will flash once (for one second) to indicate a successful code entry.

There is now a five minute delay before the alarm and engine immobiliser are deactivated.

DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR OR ATTEMPT TO ENTER THE VEHICLE YET!

7. Through the driver’s door window, observe

the anti-theft alarm indicator light on the instrument panel. If code entry was successful, this light will continue flashing (once every two seconds) for the five minute delay period.

DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR OR ATTEMPT TO ENTER THE CAR until the full delay period has elapsed - this will be indicated by the anti-theft alarm indicator light extinguishing.

8. Now open the door, insert the key into the starter and turn the switch to position ’II’ IMMEDIATELY! If the starter switch is not turned to position ’II’ within 30 seconds of the indicator light extinguishing, the engine will automatically immobilise again.

If an incorrect code has been entered:

If an incorrect code has been entered, the alarm sounder will sound once and the anti-theft alarm indicator light will continue to flash. In this case, return to operation ’1’ and re-enter the code.

After three failed entry attempts, the security system invokes a delay period of ten minutes during which the system will not accept any further attempts to enter a code.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Memorise the emergency key access code or keep the Security card on your person in case of emergencies. NEVER leave the card in the vehicle.

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REMOTE HANDSET BATTERY

The battery should last for approximately three years dependent upon use. When the battery needs replacing it will be apparent from the following symptoms:

• A gradual deterioration in range and

performance.

• The alarm indicator light in the instrument

panel will flash rapidly for 10 seconds after the driver’s door is opened.

Always fit a Land Rover STC 4080 or a Panasonic CR2032 replacement battery (available from a Land Rover dealer) and adopt the following replacement procedure:

1) With the handset face down, insert the blade of a small flat-bladed screwdriverinto the slot at the rear of the handset (see inset) and prise the back upwards.

2) Insert the screwdriver blade as shown in the right hand inset and then carefully slide it along the joint towards the key to releasethe back of the handset.

3) Use a small flat-bladed screwdriver to prise the battery from its mounting (see illustration), taking care to avoid touching the circuit board or the metal battery contacts.

4) Fit the new battery, ensuring that correct polarity is maintained (’+’ side facing up). Finger marks will adverselyaffect battery life; if possible, avoid touching the flat surfacesof the battery and wipe them clean before fitting.

5) Press the two halves of the handset firmly together and ensure that both halves are fully joined to prevent dirt or moisture from entering the handset.

The handset is now ready for use.

WARNING

The handset contains delicate electronic circuits and must be protected from impact and water damage, high temperatures and humidity, direct sunlight and the effects of solvents, waxes and abrasive cleaners.

Locks & Alarm

KEY AND HANDSET NUMBERS

You have been supplied with two remote handsets with integral keys which operate all locks.

The key number is stamped on a tag attached to the key ring. Check that the key number has been entered in the space provided on your Security card.

If the remote handset is lost, contact a Land Rover dealer, who can supply replacement units.

WARNING

Keep the Security card and spare handset in a safe place - NOT IN THE VEHICLE!

Interior door handles and door sill

locking buttons

From inside the vehicle, each door can be individually locked by depressingthe appropriate door sill button. However, doors cannot be unlocked by raising the sill button.

Use the door handles to unlock, as follows:

- First operation of the door handle unlocks the door.

- Second operation of the door handle opens the door.

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Interior locking switch

This is a personal security feature which allows the driver to lock (or unlock) all the doors from inside the vehicle (while driving or with the vehicle stationary). Press the lower part of the switch to lock (the alarm will not be armed), and the upper part to unlock.

NOTE: If the locks havealready been

superlocked, the switch will not release the locks.

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CHILD-PROOF LOCKS

Move the locking levers on the rear doors and taildoor down to engage the child locks.

With the child-proof locks engaged, neither the rear doors nor the taildoor can be opened from inside the vehicle, thereby avoiding the risk of a door being opened accidentallywhile the vehicle is moving.

WARNING

NEVER leave children unsupervised in the vehicle.

DOOR LOCKING CUT-OFF SWITCH

An inertia switch, operational only with the starter switch in position ’II’ and the alarm disarmed, prevents the doors centrallylocking (or if the doors are locked, will unlock them) in the event of an accident or sudden impact.

When the switch operates, the direction indicator lights flash (if market permits), until the system is reset by turning the starter switch on and off, and opening and closing the driver’s door.

Note that doors cannot be locked again until the switch is reset.

The inertia switch also cuts off the fuel supply (see ’Fuelcut-off switch’).

WARNING

Always check for fuel leaks before resetting the switch!

Seats

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FRONT SEAT ADJUSTMENT

Forward/backward movement

Lift the lever to slide the seat forward or back. Ensure the seat is locked in position before driving.

WARNING

To avoid the risk of loss of control and personal injury, DO NOT adjust the driver’s seat while the vehicle is in motion.

DO NOT travel with the seat backs reclined steeply rearwards. Optimum benefit is obtained from the seat belt with the seat back angle set to approximately 25 degrees from the upright (vertical).

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Backrest movement

Rotate the handwheel to achieve the desired backrest angle.

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Lumbar support

Rotate the handwheel to increase or decrease support to the lumbar region of the back.

HEAD RESTRAINTS

Pull the head restraint up or down until the cushion is level with the back of the head.

WARNING

Head restraints are designed to support the back of the head (NOT THE NECK), and to restrain rearward movement of the head in the event of a collision. The restraint must be positioned level with the head to be effective.

Head restraint removal

Turn both mounting collars fully anti-clockwise and pull the restraintupwards to remove.

After replacing a head restraint turn the mounting collars clockwise.

POWER OPERATED FRONT SEATS

(if fitted)

WARNING

To avoid the risk of loss of control and personal injury, DO NOT adjust the driver’s seat while the vehicle is in motion.

The seat adjustment controls are situated on the side of the centrally mounted cubby box.

Seat adjustment is only possible when the starter switch is turned to position ’II’ or for 45 seconds after opening the driver’s door.

The following functions are available:

Seats

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Forward/backward adjustment

Push and hold the switch forwards or backwards to move the seat to the desired position.

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Seat cushion angle

Twist the switch to tilt the seat cushion to the desired position. Note that the front and rear of the switch work independently - the front raising or lowering the front of the cushion, the rear of the switch similarly controlling the rear of the seat cushion.

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Seat cushion height (driver’s seat only)

Push the switch up or down to raise or lower the cushion.

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Lumbar support adjustment

Push the switch up to increase support to the lumbar region of the back. Lower the switch to reduce lumbar support.

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Seat back adjustment

Twist the switch forward or backward until the desired seat back angle is achieved.

WARNING

DO NOT travel with the seatbacks reclined steeply rearwards. Optimum benefit is obtained from the seat belt with the seat back angle set to approximately 25 degrees from the upright (vertical).

Seats

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FOLDING ARMRESTS

Some vehicles are fitted with adjustablefront seat armrests, which can be either; stowed vertically in line with the seat backrest when not required, or folded horizontally to serveas an arm/elbow rest.

The height/angle of each armrest can be adjusted by turning the knob set into the end of the armrest: clockwise to raise and anti-clockwise to lower.

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Heated front seats

(if fitted) With the starter switch turned on and the engine running, press the switches to operate the heating elements in either the driver’sor front passenger seat (the indicator light in the switch illuminates). Press a second time to switch off.

The seat heaters are thermostatically controlled and operate intermittently to achieve and then maintain a predetermined temperature between 26°-36°C.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The seat heaters consume considerable power from the battery. For this reason, they should ONLY be operated while the engine is running.

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Seats

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FOLDING THE REAR SEATS

WARNING

DO NOT adjust any part of a seat while the vehicle is in motion.

One or both parts of the split rear seat can be either partially or fully folded to increase the rear loadspace.

1. To release either part of the backrest, lift

the lever shown in the inset, and then fold the backrest onto the seat base.

2. Ensure the outer head restraints are fully

lowered, the armrest is stowed and the centre head restraint is removed.

3. To release the seat base, pull the release

strap upward (arrowed in illustration). With backrest and seat base released, the assembly can be folded forward as shown.

Returning the seat to the upright position

Push the seat assembly back onto the floor the floor catches should latch with the base of the seat. Then raise the backrest.

If the backrest cannot be raised easily, DO NOT force it. This indicates that the seat base has not fully engaged with the floor catches (note that the seat assembly is designed to prevent the backrest from being raisedunless the seat is properly secured to the floor).

With the seat base secure, the backrest can be raised and locked in position (none of the RED panel on the release lever should be visible when the backrest is correctly latched).

WARNING

After the seat is returned to the upright position, check and physically test the latching mechanism to ensure that both seat base and backrest are secure before driving.

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Seats

Preventing chafing

When the larger portion (or whole) of the seat is fully folded, some chafing may occur between the seat and the cubby box (note that this is most likely to occur when the front seats are adjusted fully forward). If chafing is apparent, risk of damage to the seat cover can be reduced by fitting the securing strap as shown.

The strap can be found in the tool bag in the tail door storage pocket.

1. Fold the backrest forward.

2. Fit one end of the strap to the press-stud

fastening on the underside of the seat base (it will be necessary to partially raise the seat base in order to visually locate the fastening).

3. Stretch the strap around the folded seat

assembly and secure the free end to the press-stud fastener on the rear of the backrest.

Compressing the folded seat assembly in this way should alleviate chafing and any subsequent damage to the seat cover when the seat is folded fully.

Seats

OCCASIONAL REAR SEATS

WARNING

Before driving with passengers seated in the occasional rear seats, for safety ensure that the floor latches are fully engaged.

Do not carry passengers in the occasional rear seats if a dog guard is fitted between the second row of seats and the loadspace.

1. Push the lever (shown in inset) and hold

to release the seat from its stowed position.

2. Swing the seat away from the vehicle side,

at the same time lifting and turning it towards the horizontal.

3. Lower the seat to the loadspace floor,

PUSHING DOWN FIRMLY to ensure that the floor latch has fully engaged.

4. Pull the backrest into the upright position.

Erecting the seats

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NOTE: The backrest cannot be raised unless

the seat is securely latched to the floor.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Remember to unfold the head restraints from the roof before driving.

Seats

Stowing the seats

Before stowing a seat, ensure that the drinks

tray to the side of the seat has been emptied, and that the seat belt buckle is folded down to prevent it from becoming trapped between the backrest and cushion.

1. Push the backrest release lever forward to

unlock the backrest.

2. Fold the backrest fully forward.

3. Turn the twist grip (moving part of the bar

on the back of the seat) fully forward to release the floor latch, and start to lift the seat from the loadspace floor.

4. Continue lifting, at the same time turning

the seat into a vertical position.

5. Push the seat firmly into the vehicle side,

ensuring that the seat has engaged fully with the securing catch.

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