Land Rover Freelander 2005 User Manual

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OWNER’S HANDBOOK

Publication Part No. LRL 21 02 50 601

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Introduction

This handbook covers all versions of the Freelander petrol and diesel models and, together with the other books in the literature pack, provides the information you need to derive maximum pleasure from owning and driving your new vehicle.

For your convenience, the handbook is divided into sections, each dealing with a different aspect of the vehicle. These are listed on the Contents page and you will find it worthwhile to take a little time to read each one, and get to know your Freelander as soon as you possibly can. The more you 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 in this handbook, therefore, may not apply to your particular vehicle.

To include changes made after the handbook is printed, it is sometimes necessary to issue one or more handbook supplements. When reading this handbook, check the literature pack for possible supplements.

Any further updates will be posted on the Land Rover internet site and can be accessed at

www.ownerinfo.landrover.com

*An asterisk appearing within the text, identifies features or items of equipment that are either

optional, or are only fitted to some vehicles in the model range.

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 accuracy of the information in this handbook, no liabilities for inaccuracies or the consequences thereof can be accepted by the manufacturer or the dealer, except in respect of personal injury caused by 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, recording or other means without prior written permission from the Service Division of Land Rover.

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

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Contents

Quick Overview

Facia Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Instrument Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Warning indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Lamps and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Wipers and Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Centre Console Switches - 5 Door. . . . . . 11

Centre Console Switches - 3 Door. . . . . . 12

Heater Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Window Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Filling Station Guide

Fuel filler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Opening the bonnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Tyre pressures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

General Information

General Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Controls and Instruments

Keys and Remote Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Facia Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Locks and Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Airbag SRS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Steering Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Warning Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Lamps and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Wipers and Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

Roof Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73

Heating and Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

Interior Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81

Rear Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88

Loadspace Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89

In-Car Telephones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

Driving and Operating

Starting and Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91

Catalytic Converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97

Fuel System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99

Manual Gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103

Automatic Gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104

Hill Descent Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

Traction Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118

Parking Aid System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119

Softback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121

Hardback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131

Roof Bars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135

Taildoor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138

Load Carrying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139

Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142

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On-Road Driving

On-Road Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145

Off-Road Driving

Off-Road Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .149

Driving Techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152

Owner Maintenance

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157

Bonnet Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .161

Engine Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162

Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165

Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .169

Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .171

Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .172

Wiper Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .173

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .174

Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .178

Cleaning and Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . .181

Identification Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . .186

Parts and Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .188

Emergency Information

Wheel Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .189

Emergency Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .195

Towing The Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198

Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200

Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .206

Fuel Consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233

Appendices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234

Audio System

Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239

Care of Compact Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240

Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242

Security System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243

Radio Remote Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247

General Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248

Radio Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251

CD Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262

Technical Data

Lubricants and Fluids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .219

Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .221

Engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .222

Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .224

Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225

Wheels and Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226

Tyre Pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .227

Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .229

Tow Bar Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .230

Vehicle Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .231

Towing Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .232

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Publication Part No. LRL 21 02 50 601

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Introduction

Any further updates will be posted on the Land Rover internet site and can be accessed at

www.ownerinfo.landrover.com

*An asterisk appearing within the text, identifies features or items of equipment that are either

optional, or are only fitted to some vehicles in the model range.

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

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Contents

Quick Overview

Facia Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Instrument Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Warning indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Lamps and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Wipers and Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Centre Console Switches - 5 Door. . . . . . 11

Centre Console Switches - 3 Door. . . . . . 12

Heater Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Window Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Filling Station Guide

Fuel filler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Opening the bonnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Tyre pressures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

General Information

General Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Controls and Instruments

Keys and Remote Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Facia Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Locks and Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Airbag SRS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Steering Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Warning Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Lamps and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Wipers and Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

Roof Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73

Heating and Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

Interior Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81

Rear Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88

Loadspace Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89

In-Car Telephones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

Driving and Operating

Starting and Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91

Catalytic Converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97

Fuel System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99

Manual Gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103

Automatic Gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104

Hill Descent Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

Traction Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118

Parking Aid System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119

Softback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121

Hardback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131

Roof Bars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135

Taildoor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138

Load Carrying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139

Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142

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On-Road Driving

On-Road Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145

Off-Road Driving

Off-Road Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .149

Driving Techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152

Owner Maintenance

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157

Bonnet Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .161

Engine Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162

Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165

Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .169

Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .171

Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .172

Wiper Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .173

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .174

Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .178

Cleaning and Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . .181

Identification Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . .186

Parts and Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .188

Emergency Information

Wheel Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .189

Emergency Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .195

Towing The Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198

Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200

Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .206

Fuel Consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233

Appendices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234

Audio System

Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239

Care of Compact Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240

Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242

Security System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243

Radio Remote Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247

General Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248

Radio Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251

CD Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262

Technical Data

Lubricants and Fluids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .219

Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .221

Engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .222

Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .224

Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225

Wheels and Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226

Tyre Pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .227

Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .229

Tow Bar Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .230

Vehicle Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .231

Towing Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .232

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Quick Overview

Facia Controls

1 2 4 5

8 7 6

H5139

1. Exterior mirror control

2. Lighting and direction indicator controls

3. Headlamp levelling control

4. Windscreen wiper/washer controls

5. Heater/Air conditioning controls

6. Starter switch

7. Cruise control* switches

8. Steering column adjustment lever

NOTE: This is a brief overview of the facia controls. For further details please refer to ‘FACIA CONTROLS’, page 22.

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Instrument Panel

2 31

H6564

5 46

1. Tachometer

2. Coolant temperature gauge

3. Speedometer

NOTE: This is a brief overview of the instrument panel, for more information, please refer to ‘INSTRUMENT PANEL’, page 50.

4. Digital display

5. Fuel gauge

6. Arrowhead indicates side of the fuel filler

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Quick Overview

Warning indicators

H6566

1. Engine malfunction - M.I.L. (AMBER).

2. Low oil pressure (RED).

3. Engine malfunction (AMBER).

4. Airbag SRS (RED).

NOTE: This is a brief overview of the warning indicators, for more information concerning warning indicator functionality, please refer to ‘INSTRUMENT PANEL’, page 53.

5. ABS (AMBER).

6. Handbrake and brake system (RED).

7. Battery charging (RED).

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Lamps and Indicators

Headlamp main and dipped beams

H5094

1. Side/tail lamps and instrument panel

lamps

2. Headlamps

H5095

Pull the lever fully towards the steering wheel to change headlamp beams.

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Quick Overview

Direction indicators

Wipers and Washers

The wipers and washers will only operate when the starter switch is turned to position ‘I’ or ‘II’.

H5093

Move the lever DOWN to indicate a LEFT turn, and UP to indicate a RIGHT turn.

NOTE: For further information concerning operation of the direction indicators, please refer to ‘DIRECTION INDICATORS’, page 57.

H5096

1. Intermittent wipe

2. Normal speed wipe

3. Fast speed wipe

Single wipe

Pull the lever down and release immediately.

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Quick Overview

Variable delay (intermittent wipe)

Windscreen washers

H5099

Pull the lever towards the steering wheel. The

H5098

Rotate the inner switch to vary the delay between wipes.

windscreen wipers will operate in conjunction with the washers.

NOTE: For further information concerning operation of the wipers and washers, please refer to ‘WINDSCREEN WIPERS’, page 60 and ‘WINDSCREEN WASHERS’, page 61.

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Quick Overview

Centre Console Switches - 5 Door

H5142

1. Heated front screen*

2. Heated rear screen

3. Heated driver’s seat

4. Air conditioning*

5. Recirculated air supply*

1 2 3

4 5 6

Automatic model illustrated

6. Heated passenger’s seat*

7. Hill Descent Control

8. Handbrake

9. Sunroof*

10. Electric taildoor glass

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Centre Console Switches - 3 Door

1 2 3

H5235

1. Heated front screen*

2. Heated rear screen

3. Heated driver’s seat

4. Air conditioning*

5. Recirculated air supply*

6. Heated passenger’s seat*

Automatic model illustrated

4 5 6

7. Hill Descent Control

8. Handbrake

9. Driver’s window control

10. Passenger’s window control

11. Interior locking switch

12. Electric taildoor glass

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Quick Overview

Heater Controls

1 2 3

H6694G

1. Air distribution control

Rotate to select air distribution:

Air to face vents.

Air to face vents and foot outlets.

Air to foot outlets.

Air to foot outlets and windscreen.

All air to windscreen.

2. Air blower control

3. Air temperature control

NOTE: For further information concerning operation of the heater controls, please refer to ‘HEATER CONTROLS’, page 76.

4. Air conditioning button

With the engine running, press to operate. The indicator in the switch illuminates when the air conditioning is switched on.

5. Air recirculation button

Press to recirculate air inside the vehicle (indicator illuminates). Air recirculation prevents the heating system from taking in fresh air from outside the vehicle, therefore stopping the entry of traffic fumes.

Maximum air conditioning

For maximum air conditioning operation, press the air conditioning button (4) and the air recirculation button (5).

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Quick Overview

Window Controls

5 door vehicles

3 door vehicles

H5038

1. Left hand front window.

2. Right hand front window.

3. Left hand rear window.

4. Right hand rear window.

5. Isolation switch for rear door window

switches.

Press the bottom half of a switch to open and the upper half to raise a window - for further information, please refer to ‘ELECTRIC WINDOW CONTROLS’, page 67.

H5239

Press the bottom half of a switch to open and the upper half to raise a window - for further information, please refer to ‘ELECTRIC WINDOW CONTROLS’, page 67.

Resonance with lowered windows

If a resonance/booming sound occurs with only the rear windows open, lowering a front window about 2.5 cm will change the frequency of the air volume moving in/out of the vehicle and thus lessen or remove the booming sound.

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Filling Station Information

Filling Station Guide

Filling Station Information

FUEL FILLER

The fuel filler is located in the rear right-hand wing. Insert the key in the lock, turn it anti-clockwise and allow any pressure inside the tank to escape, before removing the cap

NOTE: The key cannot be removed from the filler cap unless the cap is correctly positioned in the filler neck.

H5115

Fuel type

Diesel vehicles To EN590 specification.

NOT compatible with Bio-Diesel fuels

Petrol vehicles Unleaded 95RON

NOTE: For more detailed information, see ‘FUEL FILLING’, page 100.

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Filling Station Information

OPENING THE BONNET

1. From inside the vehicle, pull the bonnet

release handle located on the right hand side of the facia at knee height.

2. Lift the bonnet safety catch lever and raise

bonnet.

3. Support the bonnet in the raised position

with the bonnet stay.

Engine oil top up

Diesel vehicles 0W/30, 5W/30, 5W/40, 5W/50, 10W/30, 10W/

Petrol vehicles - 1.8 litre and 2.5 litre V6 10W/40 oil to ACEA: A3 specification.

Cooling system top up

All vehicles 50% mix of fresh water and ethylene glycol

H5261

40 or 10W/60 oil to ACEA: A3 and B3 specification.

based anti freeze (containing no methanol).

NOTE: For more detailed information, see ‘BONNET OPENING’, page 161.

TYRE PRESSURES

Air pressure naturally increases in warm tyres (after the vehicle has been driven for a while). if you have to check warm tyres, you should expect the pressures to have increased between 30 and 40 kPa, (0.28 and 0.41 bar or 4 and 6 lbf/in order to match the recommended pressures.

). In this circumstance, NEVER let air out of the tyres in

Loading condition kPa bar

All driving conditions (all tyre sizes) Front and

Rear

NOTE: For more detailed information, see ‘TYRE PRESSURES’, page 227.

211 2.1 30

lbf/in

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General Information

General In formati on

WARNINGS AND SYMBOLS

The following warnings, cautions and symbols used within the handbook call your attention to specific types of information.

Warnings

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.

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.

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.

Symbols

This recycling symbol identifies those items that must be disposed of safely in order to prevent unnecessary damage to the environment.

This symbol identifies those features that can be adjusted or disabled/enabled by a Land Rover Dealer/Authorised Repairer.

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General Information

Warning labels

Labels are attached to your vehicle at several positions. These are applied to draw your attention to important subjects, e.g. tyre pressures, tow bar use, airbags, roll over risk, engine compartment hazards, etc.

RANGE ROVER L7MTA

XXX/XXRXX XXX/XXRXX XXX/XXRXX XXX/XXRXX

TXXX/XXRXX

MAX.

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HANDLING CHARACTERISTICS

WARNING

Your vehicle has a higher ground clearance and hence, a higher centre of gravity than ordinary passenger cars, to enable the vehicle to perform in a wide variety of off-road applications. An advantage of the higher ground clearance is a better view of the road allowing you to anticipate problems.

The vehicle is not designed for cornering at the same speed as conventional passenger cars any more than a low-slung sports car is designed to perform satisfactorily under offroad conditions. If at all possible, avoid sharp turns or abrupt manoeuvres. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate the vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or vehicle rollover. For important safety information, be sure to read the ‘On-Road’ and ‘Off-Road’ driving guidelines given later in this handbook.

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Example

It is important that you are familiar with these subjects to ensure that your vehicle and its features are used safely. Using the index at the back of this handbook, refer to the relevant topic for more information.

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ANTI-THEFT PRECAUTIONS

Take vehicle security very seriously and ALWAYS adopt this simple ‘four point’ drill whenever you leave your vehicle - even for just a few minutes:

1. Fully close all the windows (and the

sunroof).

2. Remove your valuable belongings (or hide

them out of sight).

3. Remove the ignition key.

4. Lock the vehicle using the remote control

Thieves are attracted by ‘vulnerable’ vehicles. Even if you have followed the ‘four point’ drill, there is still much you can do to make your vehicle a less inviting target.

BE SAFE - NOT SORRY.

• Park where your vehicle can be easily seen by householders and passers-by.

• At night, park in well lit areas and avoid deserted or dimly-lit side streets.

• NEVER leave the keys in the vehicle.

• Do not keep important documents (or spare

keys) in the vehicle - these are a real bonus for the thief.

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DATA RECORDING

Service data recording

Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting and storing diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentially includes information about the performance or status of various systems and modules in the vehicle such as engine, throttle, steering or brakes.

In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Land Rover and service and repair facilities may access vehicle diagnostic information through a direct connection to your vehicle.

Event data recording

Event data recorders are capable of collecting and storing data during a crash or near-crash event. The recorded information may assist in the investigation of such an event. The modules may record information about both the vehicle and the occupants, potentially including information such as:

• How various systems in your vehicle were operating.

• Whether or not the driver and passenger seat belts were buckled.

• How far, if at all, the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or the brake pedal.

• How fast the vehicle was travelling.

• Where the driver was positioning the

steering wheel.

To access this information special equipment must be connected directly to the recording modules. Land Rover do not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent, unless pursuant to court order or where required by law enforcement, other government authorities or third parties acting with lawful authority. Other parties may seek to access the information independently of Land Rover.

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Keys and Remote Controls

Controls and Instruments

Keys and Remote C ontrols

KEYS AND REMOTE CONTROLS

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You have been supplied with a pair of identical keys and two remote controls.

WARNING

Keep the spare set in a safe place - NOT IN THE VEHICLE.

Your keys

The keys supplied with your vehicle are programmed to the vehicle's security system they CANNOT be reprogrammed and the engine cannot be started without a valid programmed key. If a key is lost or broken, a replacement can be ordered only from a Land Rover Dealer/ Authorised Repairer.

NOTE: Land Rover Dealers/Authorised Repairers do not stock spare keys, time has to be allowed for replacements to be programmed to your security system and then delivered to the dealer.

If you lose a key, contact your Land Rover Dealer/Authorised Repairer; a key reported lost will be deactivated. If the key is later recovered, your Land Rover Dealer/Authorised Repairer can have it reactivated.

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FACIA CONTROLS

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Facia Controls

1. Exterior mirror control

2. Lighting and direction indicator controls

3. Headlamp levelling control

4. Horn

5. Tachometer

6. Fuel gauge

7. Coolant temperature gauge

8. Speedometer

9. Horn

10. Windscreen wiper/washer controls

11. Clock display

12. Hazard warning switch

13. Audio system

14. Heater/Air conditioning controls

15. Gear lever

16. Hill descent control

17. Starter switch

18. Remote cruise control

19. Remote audio controls

20. Parking aid system switch

21. Cruise control master switch

22. Handbrake

23. Centre console switches (3 Door model

shown)

* switches

NOTE: The precise specification and location of the controls may vary according to territorial requirements and from model to model within the vehicle range.

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STEERING COLUMN LOCK

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To unlock the steering column

Insert the key FULLY and turn the starter switch to position ‘I’. A small movement of the steering wheel may be necessary to disengage the steering lock while turning the switch.

To lock the steering column

Turn the key to position ‘0’ and withdraw it from the starter switch. Turn the steering wheel slightly until the lock engages.

WARNING

Once the steering lock has engaged, it is impossible to steer the vehicle. DO NOT remove the key or turn the starter switch to position ‘0’ while the vehicle is in motion.

ALARM SYSTEM

Your vehicle is fitted with a sophisticated electronic anti-theft alarm and engine immobilisation system. In order to ensure maximum security and minimum inconvenience, you are strongly advised to gain a full understanding of the alarm system, by thoroughly reading this section of the handbook.

LOCKING THE VEHICLE AND ARMING THE ALARM

Before locking the vehicle and arming the alarm, ensure that all doors (including taildoor), windows, sunroof and bonnet apertures are securely closed.

There are three methods for securing your vehicle:

• ‘Superlocking’ using the remote control(recommended high security method).

• ‘Superlocking’ using the key.

• Locking using the key.

IMPORTANT

• FOR MAXIMUM SECURITY ALWAYS SUPERLOCK THE VEHICLE USING THE REMOTE CONTROL

• However, if passengers or animals are to be left inside, DO NOT lock the vehicle using the remote controlmovement inside the vehicle may

activate interior space protection causing the alarm to sound.

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Using the remote control

Locking

With the remote control:

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While it is not necessary to point the remote control at the vehicle, the remote control must be within range of the vehicle when a button is pressed. Note that the operating range may vary depending upon remote control 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 in close proximity to the vehicle.

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Press the lock (padlock symbol [1]) button once. Each time the vehicle is locked using the remote control, a coded signal is transmitted to a receiver inside the vehicle, which activates the following security features:

• the central door locking system (all the door locks are activated).

• ‘Superlocking’ - the door locks cannot be operated from inside the vehicle.

• the perimetric alarm (protects the door, taildoor, and bonnet apertures).

• interior space protection

If the doors lock correctly, the direction indicator lamps flash three times to confirm that the vehicle is secure and the anti-theft alarm indicator (in the instrument panel) will start to flash rapidly.

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Once armed, the alarm will sound if any door is opened, or if the soft-back is raised or hardback removed or if (after a checking period of 15 seconds) any movement is detected inside the passenger compartment (see ‘Interior space protection*’, page 29).

With the key:

Insert the key and turn towards the rear of the vehicle. Turning the key ONCE activates the following:

• all doors locked (not superlocked)

• perimetric alarm activated (protects the

doors, bonnet and taildoor)

NOTE: Interior space protection activated.

Turning the key TWICE within 1 second activates, in addition to the above:

• Superlocking

If the doors lock correctly, the direction indicators flash three times to confirm that the vehicle is secure and the anti-theft alarm indicator (in the instrument panel) will start to flash rapidly.

NOTE: The engine will automatically be immobilised after the starter switch has been turned off.

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Superlocking

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

For safety, NEVER use Superlocking if passengers are to remain inside the vehicle in an emergency they would not be able to escape.

WARNING

Mislock

If one of the doors, taildoor or bonnet are not properly closed when the alarm is armed, a mislock occurs (the horn will sound a warning). The alarm will still be armed and the engine immobilised, but the open aperture will not be protected and, unless it is the bonnet that has been left open, interior space protection not have been activated. If the appropriate aperture is then closed, the alarm will fully arm without the need to press the lock button again unless the driver's door is open, in which case the alarm will be fully armed by pressing the lock button again.

If the taildoor glass is left open when the alarm is armed, the horn will sound as a reminder, but the vehicle will be locked and alarmed as normal. The taildoor glass can be closed from outside the vehicle using the starter key in the taildoor (see ‘Raising and lowering’, page 70).

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Anti-theft alarm indicator

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After locking, the RED indicator on the instrument panel flashes rapidly while the alarm is arming itself.

After approximately 10 seconds, the indicator adjusts to a slower frequency, and continues to flash as an anti-theft deterrent until the alarm is disarmed.

Unlocking

With the remote control:

If your vehicle has been configured with the Single Point Entry security feature, and was locked with the remote control, the remote control unlocks the vehicle in two stages:

• Press the unlock (no padlock) button once to disarm the alarm and unlock the driver's door only (see ‘Single point entry’, page 27).

• Press the unlock button twice to disarm the alarm and unlock ALL the doors.

If your vehicle has not been configured with Single Point Entry, all the doors will unlock at the first press. In either case, the direction indicators flash once and the interior lamps illuminate.

With the key:

Turn the key towards the front of the vehicle. The alarm will be fully disarmed. To remobilise the engine, the key must be inserted into the starter switch.

If the alarm sounds

If the alarm is triggered, it will sound for approximately 30 seconds before switching itself off and can be triggered up to ten times in total before needing to be reset.

To silence the alarm, press either remote control button, or operate the door locks using the key in the driver's door.

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 control as follows:

Press the unlock button once to unlock the driver's door, press a second time to unlock the remaining doors and taildoor.

Single point entry can be disabled by a Land Rover Dealer/Authorised Repairer.

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Interior locking switch - 5 door vehicles

Interior locking switch - 3 door vehicles

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

NOTE: If interior locking has been activated, pull the interior door handle once to unlock, and twice to open the door.

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This is a personal security feature which allows the driver (or passenger) 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 interior locking has been activated, pull the interior door handle once to unlock, and twice to open the door.

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Door handles and door sill locking buttons

From inside the vehicle, each door can be individually locked by depressing (arrowed in illustration) the appropriate door sill button. However, doors cannot be unlocked by raising the sill button.

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). A sensor inside the vehicle monitors the interior space and activates the alarm if movement is detected in the passenger compartment.

Using the remote control:

Interior space protection is activated automatically whenever the remote control is used to set the alarm.

Key operation: Using the key to lock the vehicle will NOT activate interior space protection.

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

WARNING

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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.

NOTE: The door handles will not open the doors if the vehicle has been superlocked (see ‘Superlocking’, page 26)

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CHILD-PROOF LOCKS

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ENGINE IMMOBILISATION

Engine immobilisation is an important aspect of the security system and is designed to safeguard the vehicle from theft. Engine immobilisation prevents the engine from being started unless a valid key is inserted into the starter switch and occurs automatically.

The engine is re-mobilised by a signal to the starter switch transmitted from a transponder contained within the key head. This occurs automatically whenever a valid key is inserted into the starter switch and turned to position ‘I’.

WARNING

DO NOT keep more than one starter key or keys from other vehicles on the same key ring, because the engine may not re-mobilise automatically.

On 5-door models, move the lever on the rear doors down (arrowed in illustration) to engage.

With the child-proof locks engaged, the rear doors cannot be opened from inside the vehicle, thereby avoiding the risk of a door being opened accidentally.

WARNING

NEVER leave children unsupervised in the vehicle.

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DOOR LOCKING CUT-OFF SWITCH

Always check for fuel leaks before resetting the switch. Activating the switch when the fuel system has been damaged will cause additional fuel leakage, increasing the risk of fire or personal injury.

WARNING

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In the event of an accident or sudden impact, an inertia switch operates when the starter switch is in position ‘II’, preventing the doors from centrally locking (or, if the doors are already locked, unlocks them). If this occurs, central locking will be inhibited until the driver’s door has been opened and closed, and the inertia switch is reset.

The inertia switch is located inside the engine compartment on the left-hand side, beneath and to the rear of, the engine compartment fuse box. The switch must be reset before the engine can be restarted. Reset the switch by pressing the rubber top (arrowed in illustration).

On petrol models, this will also reset the fuel system, see ‘FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH (Petrol engine vehicles only)’, page 102.

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REMOTE CONTROL

WARNING

The remote control 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.

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 buzzer and the anti-theft alarm indicator will double bleep/flash every second, for ten seconds, after the alarm is disarmed and driver's door opened.

It is recommended that you fit a Land Rover YWX10003L or a Panasonic CR2032 replacement battery (available from a Land Rover Dealer/Authorised Repairer).

Battery replacement

1. Carefully prise the remote control apart,

start from the keyring end using a small coin or screwdriver. Avoid damaging the seal between the two halves of the case and DO NOT allow dirt or moisture to get inside the remote control.

2. Slide the battery out of its clip, taking care

to avoid touching the circuit board or the contact surfaces of the clip.

3. Press and hold each button in turn for at

least five seconds (this will drain any residual power from the remote control).

4. Fit the new battery, ensuring that correct

polarity is maintained (‘+’ side facing up). Finger marks will adversely affect battery life; if possible, avoid touching the flat surfaces of the battery and wipe them clean before fitting.

5. Press the two halves of the remote control

firmly together and ensure that both halves are fully joined to prevent dirt or moisture from entering the remote control.

6. Synchronise the remote control.

The remote control is now ready for use.

Synchronising the Remote Control

If the remote control fails to lock or unlock the car, this may be because the coded signal transmitted by the remote control, and the signal expected by the alarm control unit are no longer synchronised.

To synchronise the remote control and the alarm control unit, operate either button of the remote control at least five times in quick succession (in close proximity to the vehicle).

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Seats

FRONT SEATS

WARNING

To avoid the risk of loss of control and personal injury, DO NOT adjust the driver's seat or head restraint 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 reclined to a maximum 30 degrees from the upright (vertical) position.

SITTING CORRECTLY

• Adjust the head restraints so that the top of the head restraint is level with the upper portion of the head.

• Do not move the front seat too close to the instrument panel. The driver should hold the steering wheel with slightly bent arms. The legs should also be slightly bent so that the pedals can be pressed to the floor.

• The seat belt should rest in the centre of the shoulder. The lap part should fit tightly across the hips and not on the stomach.

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The seats, head restraints, seat belts and airbags all contribute to the protection of the occupants. Optimal use of these components will give you more protection. Therefore, observe the following points:

• Sit in the most upright position with the base of your spine as far back as possible and the backrest not reclined more than 30 degrees.

Forward/backward adjustment

Lift the lever (1) and slide the seat into position. Make sure that the seat is locked in position before driving.

Backrest adjustment

Rotate the handwheel (2) to adjust.

Lumbar support adjustment (Driver's seat only)

Rotate the handwheel (3) to increase or decrease support to the lumbar region of the back.

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Head restraint adjustment

Raise or lower the restraint (4) until the top of the cushion is level with the top of the head.

Backrest release lever (3-door models)

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 the right hand mounting (5) a quarter turn anti-clockwise and pull the restraint upwards.

After replacing a head restraint, turn the righthand mounting clockwise.

WARNING

DO NOT drive with the head restraints removed from occupied seats.

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To enable rear seat passengers to enter or exit the vehicle, lift the backrest release lever upwards to fold the front seat backrest forwards.

After the backrest has been returned to its normal, upright position, ensure that it is securely retained by attempting to pull it forward again, but without operating the release lever. There should be no appreciable movement.

The rear seat access lever also acts as a seat belt presenter, improving access to the seat belt (see ‘Seat belt presenter (3-door models)’, page 39).

Ensure that the backrest is secure before driving.

WARNING

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HEATED FRONT SEATS*

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

NOTE: The seat heaters will switch off automatically 45 seconds after the starter switch is turned off, or either front door is opened.

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

NOTE: Owners should be aware that the seat heaters consume considerable power from the battery and for this reason, it is recommended that they are operated only with the engine running.

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REAR SEATS Folding the rear seats

On vehicles not fitted with 60/40 split rear seats the whole seat can be folded forwards to increase luggage space. On vehicles fitted with 60/40 split rear seats, either or both parts of the seat can be folded.

NOTE: Before folding the rear seats, ensure that the centre rear seat belt is unbuckled. Also ensure that the front seats are moved forward and the backrest is not reclined. This will avoid damaging the rear of the front seats when a rear seat is folded.

WARNING

Ensure that the rear seat backrests are securely latched in the upright position when the seat is in use and when loads are carried in the luggage area.

DO NOT carry unsecured equipment, tools or luggage that could move, causing personal injury in the event of an accident, or emergency manoeuvre - where possible, use the seat belts to secure luggage carried on the seats.

Accommodating long loads

Remove the head restraints from the front passenger and rear seats (see ‘Head restraint removal’, page 34), move the front passenger seat forwards as far as possible and fully recline the seat backrest. Finally, fold the rear seat backrest (or the appropriate part of the backrest in the case of 60/40 split seats) fully forward as shown.

WARNING

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Loads that are too long to be carried inside the vehicle should be carried on the roof. (See ‘ROOF RACK’, page 140).

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Lift the release levers (see inset) to release the backrest (lift both levers simultaneously on vehicles without 60/40 split seats) and fold the backrest forwards.

If it is necessary to carry a load that protrudes through the taildoor, or taildoor window, be aware of any territorial restriction restricting the length of any such load. In addition, ensure that loads DO NOT rest on the glass of a partially open window. Damage to the glass or window mechanism may occur.

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WARNING

You are advised NOT to carry loads which require driving with the taildoor or taildoor window open - poisonous fumes will be drawn into the vehicle. If driving the vehicle in this condition is unavoidable, switch the heater to face level vents with all vents open, close the sunroof and windows and turn the air blower to position 4.

Maximum luggage space

It is extremely dangerous to ride in the cargo area. In a collision, anyone riding in this area is more likely to be injured or killed. Do not allow anyone to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure that everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly.

‘Latch secure’ indicator

WARNING

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H3332

To create an extra large luggage area:

1. Lift the seat release levers to release the

backrest and fold the seat backrest forward.

2. Tip the whole seat assembly forward as

shown in illustration and readjust the front seats as required.

To return the seats to their normal position; push the seat base release levers (shown in lower inset) rearwards to unlock the seat base and unfold the seats. Ensure the seat backrests are properly secured by attempting to push them forwards - there should be no movement.

A ‘latch secure’ indicator, mounted on the top of the right hand side of the rear seat backrest, will pop up showing a red band, when the catch is released.

When returning the seat to the upright position, ensure the indicator drops back into the backrest and that the red band is no longer visible - this confirms that the larger portion of the backrest is secure.

NOTE: The ‘latch secure’ indicator does NOT indicate that the smaller portion of the 60/40 split backrest is secure - this must be checked individually.

NOTE: When returning the seats to the upright position, ensure that the seat belts are not trapped.

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SEAT BELTS

The use of front and rear seat belts is mandatory in most countries. Using seat belts saves lives. They should be worn by all occupants whenever the vehicle is in use, for maximum protection.

Lap/shoulder inertia reel seat belts are provided for both front seat occupants and all rear seat positions.

The inertia reel operating mechanism of the seat belts, allows the wearers to move their upper bodies to reach various controls. The seat belt locks automatically with accelerated body movement or in the event of emergency braking.

The front seat belt assemblies are fitted with pre-tensioners. The pre-tensioners operate with the airbags as part of the Airbag Supplementary Restraint System (SRS). See ‘HOW THE AIRBAG SRS WORKS’, page 46.

Fastening the seat belts

NOTE: The centre rear seat belt will not latch into either of the outer seating position buckles.

Seat belts are designed to bear upon the bony structure of the body (pelvis, chest and shoulders) and can only be worn safely with the seats in a near upright position - DO NOT allow front seat occupants to travel with the seat steeply reclined.

NOTE: Where possible, rear seat passengers should adjust their position on the seat to enable the seat belt webbing to cross the shoulder without pressing on the neck.

Releasing the belt

Press the RED button on the seat belt buckle.

* tongue plate

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Inertia reel belts are fitted to all front and rear seating positions.

Pull the belt over the shoulder and across the chest and, ensuring that the webbing is not twisted, insert the metal tongue plate into the buckle nearest the wearer - a ‘CLICK’ indicates that the belt is securely locked.

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Front seat belt upper anchorage adjustment (5-door models)

Seat belt presenter (3-door models)

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The rear seat access lever can be used as a seat belt presenter to improve accessibility of the front seat belts.

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The height of the seat belt upper anchorage can be adjusted for comfort AND safety. Adjust the height of the seat belt anchorage point by pressing the button (arrowed in illustration) and sliding the anchor up or down. For safety, the seat belt should always be worn with the webbing crossing the shoulder MIDWAY BETWEEN THE NECK AND THE EDGE OF THE SHOULDER.

Ensure the anchorage has ‘clicked’ into one of the locked positions before driving, and DO NOT adjust the height once the vehicle is in motion.

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SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERS

The seat belt pre-tensioners activate in conjunction with the airbag SRS and provide additional protection in the event of a severe frontal impact on the vehicle. See ‘HOW THE AIRBAG SRS WORKS’, page 46.

The pre-tensioners automatically retract the seat belts fitted to the front seats. This reduces any slack in both the lap and diagonal portions of the belts, thereby reducing forward movement of the belt wearer in the event of a severe frontal collision.

The airbag SRS warning indicator on the instrument pack will alert you to any malfunction of the seat belt pre-tensioners.

If the pre-tensioners have been activated, the seat belts will still function as restraints and must be worn in the event that the vehicle remains in a driveable condition.

NOTE: The seat belt pre-tensioners will be activated in major side and frontal impacts and in roll-overs.

WARNING

The seat belt pre-tensioners will only be activated once and then MUST BE REPLACED by a Land Rover Dealer. Failure to replace the pre-tensioners will reduce the efficiency of the vehicle's front restraint systems.

After any impact, always have the seat belts and pre-tensioners checked and, if necessary, replaced by a Land Rover Dealer.

In the interests of safety, it is recommended that removal or replacement of the front seats and seat belts should only be carried out by a Land Rover Dealer.

Automatic locking mechanism

WARNING

Where possible, use the seat belt automatic locking mechanism to secure large items that are to be carried on the seats. In the event of an accident, loose items become projectiles capable of causing serious injury. Care must be taken to prevent any sharp edges damaging the belt.

Use the seat belt automatic locking mechanism to restrain pets in harnesses or pet carriers when not utilising the loadspace.

The passenger seat belts have a special locking mechanism which retains large items securely.

To use:

1. Place the item on the seat.

2. Pull the seat belt around the item, using

both the lap and shoulder parts of the belt.

3. Fasten the seat belt.

4. Pull on the shoulder part of the belt to

unreel all of the remaining belt. This will engage the automatic locking feature which only allows the belt to retract.

5. Allow the seat belt to retract onto the item

(a clicking sound will confirm that the mechanism has engaged).

6. Ensure that there is no slack in the seat

belt by pulling upwards on the shoulder belt immediately above the item. The item will now be held firmly in position by the belt.

When the seat belt is released and is allowed to fully retract, the seat belt locking mechanism reverts to normal operation.

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SEATBELT USE DURING PREGNANCY

SEAT BELT SAFETY

WARNING

Pregnant women must wear a correctly positioned seat belt; it is safer for mother and unborn child.

During pregnancy, women should wear the lap belt across the hips below the baby, with the diagonal belt passing across the shoulder, between the breasts and to one side of the baby

- if in doubt, consult a doctor.

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WARNING

Never place anything between you and the seat belt in an attempt to cushion the impact in the event of an accident. It can be dangerous and reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt in preventing injury.

WARNING

Seat belts are life saving equipment. In a collision, occupants not wearing a seat belt can be thrown around inside, or possibly thrown out of the vehicle. This is likely to result in more serious injuries than would have been the case had a seat belt been properly worn. It may even result in loss of life.

Make sure ALL occupants are securely strapped in at all times - even for the shortest journeys.

The airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is designed to add to the overall effectiveness of the seat belts. It does not replace them. SEAT BELTS MUST ALWAYS BE WORN.

Seat belts are designed to bear upon the bony structure of the body and should be worn low across the pelvis, chest and shoulders, as applicable; wearing the lap section of the belt across the abdominal area must be avoided.

DO NOT wear seat belts over hard, sharp or fragile items in clothing, such as pens, keys, spectacles, etc.

Seat belts should be adjusted as firmly as possible, consistent with comfort, to provide the protection for which they are designed. A slack belt will greatly reduce the protection afforded to the wearer.

DO NOT allow front seat occupants to travel with the seat backs reclined steeply rearwards. Optimum benefit is obtained from the seat belt with the seatback angle set to no more than 30 degrees from the upright.

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WARNING

Ensure that all seat belts are worn correctly an improperly worn seat belt increases the risk of death or serious injury in the event of a collision.

Belts should not be worn with the straps twisted.

Each belt assembly must only be used by one occupant; it is dangerous to put a belt around a child being carried on the occupant’s lap.

It is essential to replace the entire assembly after it has been worn in a severe impact even if damage to the assembly is not obvious.

No modifications or additions should be made by the user which will either prevent the seat belt adjusting devices from operating to remove slack, or prevent the seat belt assembly from being adjusted to remove slack.

Should the seat belt not retract and remain at its static length, consult your Land Rover Dealer immediately.

Care should be taken to avoid contamination of the webbing with polishes, oils and chemicals, and particularly battery acid. Cleaning may safely be carried out using mild soap and water. The belt should be replaced if webbing becomes frayed, contaminated or damaged.

CARING FOR SEAT BELTS

Regularly inspect the belt webbing for signs of fraying, cuts and wear; also pay particular attention to the condition of the fixing points and adjusters.

DO NOT bleach or dye the webbing and avoid contaminating the webbing with polish, oil or chemicals (see ‘Seat belts’, page 185).

Testing inertia reel belts

1. With the seat belt fastened, give the

webbing near the buckle a quick upward pull. The buckle must remain securely locked.

2. With the seat belt unfastened, unreel the

webbing to the limit of its travel. Check that unreeling is free from snatches and snags and then allow the belt to FULLY retract.

3. Partially unreel the webbing, then hold the

tongue plate and give it a quick forward pull. The mechanism must lock automatically and prevent any further unreeling.

If a seat belt should fail any of these tests, contact your dealer immediately.

WARNING

Always replace a seat belt that shows signs of webbing damage or has withstood the strain of a severe vehicle impact.

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Child Restraints

CHILD SAFETY SEATS

Seat belts fitted to your vehicle are designed for adults and larger children. It is very important that all infants and children under 12 are restrained in a suitable child safety seat appropriate to their age and size (see table).

Only fit a child safety seat of a type approved for the specific seating positions in your vehicle (see table), and ensure the seat manufacturer's fitting instructions are followed exactly.

WARNING

Do not attempt to fit a child safety seat in the central rear position on 3-door vehicles fitted with only four seats.

Original text according to ECE R94.01.

Extreme Hazard. Do not use a rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an airbag in front of it.

There is a risk of death or serious injury when the airbag deploys.

The safest place for children is properly restrained in the rear seats.

WARNING

For optimum safety, children should travel in the rear of the vehicle at all times; front passenger seat travel is NOT recommended. However, if a passenger airbag is fitted and it is ESSENTIAL that a child travels in the front, set the vehicle seat fully rearward and seat the child in an approved FORWARD-FACING child seat. DO NOT use a rear-facing child seat - an inflating airbag could impact with the seat and cause serious injury.

The above symbol affixed to the passenger side facia panel of your vehicle, warns against the use of a REAR-FACING child safety seat in the front passenger seat, when a passenger airbag is fitted. This type of seat could cause serious injury to a child in the event of an airbag deployment.

NOTE: Child restraint information given in the table is correct at time of going to press. Please refer to your dealer for the latest information.

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Mass Group (As displayed on Child Restraint packaging)

0 = Up to 10 kg (0-9 months) X U L L

0+ = Up to 13 kg (0-18 months) X U L L

I = 9 to 18 kg (9 months - 4 years) UF** U L L

II and III =15 to 36 kg (4-12 years) UF** U L L

U = Suitable for ‘universal’ category restraints approved for this mass group. L = Suitable for particular child restraints as listed below. UF = Suitable for Forward Facing ‘universal’ category restraints approved for this mass group. X = Not suitable for child restraints in this mass group.

Group 0 - BRITAX Rock-A-Tot. Group 0+ - BRITAX Rock-A-Tot. Group I - BRITAX Duo Plus Group II and III - BRITAX Kid.

NOTE: Seating positions marked ** will accept ‘universal’ seats provided that the seat back is positioned vertically. WARNING. Do not install a rear facing child restraint in a passenger seat equipped with an airbag system.

Passenger

All vehicles

Seating Positions

Front

Rear

Outboard 2

seater

Rear

Outboard 3

seater

Rear Centre

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Airbag SRS

H5204

AIRBAG SRS

The airbag supplementary restraint system (SRS) provides additional

protection for the driver and front seat passenger, in the event of a severe frontal impact on the vehicle.

WARNING

The airbag is a supplementary restraint system that provides ADDITIONAL protection in a frontal impact only - it does NOT replace the need to wear a seat belt. For maximum safety protection in all crash situations, a seat belt must be worn.

Provided the front seat occupants are correctly seated, with seat belts properly worn, the airbags will provide additional protection to the chest and facial areas in the event of the vehicle receiving a severe frontal impact.

NOTE: Inflation and deflation of the airbags takes place very quickly and will not protect against the effects of secondary impacts that may occur.

The airbag(s) are located in the centre pad of the steering wheel and in the facia panel above the glovebox (see illustration).

Do not allow a front seat passenger to obstruct the operation of the airbag by placing feet, knees or any other part of the person, or any other objects in contact with, or in close proximity to, an airbag module.

DO NOT attach or position items to or on an airbag cover (steering wheel centre pad or facia panel), which could interfere with the inflation of the airbag or, if the airbag inflates, be propelled inside the car causing injury to the occupants.

WARNING

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Airbag SRS

To ensure correct deployment of the airbags, it is essential that obstructions are not allowed to intervene between an airbag and the occupant. The following are examples of the type of obstructions that could either, impede correct operation of the airbags, or jeopardise personal safety in the event of an airbag deployment:

• Accessories attached to or obscuring an airbag cover.

• Items of hand luggage, or other objects placed on an airbag cover.

• Feet, knees or any other part of the anatomy in contact with, or in close proximity to, an airbag cover.

Seating positions

In order to provide optimum protection in the event of a severe frontal impact, it is necessary for the airbags to deploy with considerable speed.

An inflating airbag can cause facial abrasions and other injuries if the occupant is too close to the airbag at the time of its deployment.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of accidental Injury from inflating airbags, seat belts should be correctly worn at all times. In addition, both driver and front seat passenger should adjust their seat to provide the maximum practical distance from the airbags.

HOW THE AIRBAG SRS WORKS

In the event of a severe frontal impact, the airbag control unit monitors the rate of deceleration induced by the collision, to determine whether or not the airbags should be deployed.

Operation of the airbag SRS is dependent entirely on the rate at which the vehicle's passenger compartment changes speed as a result of a collision. The circumstances affecting different collisions (vehicle speed, angle of impact, type and size of object hit, for example), vary considerably and will affect the rate of deceleration accordingly.

NOTE: The airbag SRS is not designed to operate as a result of rear collisions, minor frontal or side impacts or roll-over accidents; nor will it operate as a result of heavy braking or driving over bumps and potholes.

It follows, therefore, that significant superficial damage can occur without the airbags deploying or, conversely, that a relatively small amount of structural damage may cause the airbags to be deployed.

NOTE: Airbags will only deploy when they are required to supplement the restraining force of the seat belts.

In the case of a severe frontal collision, both front airbags and seat belt pre-tensioners will be deployed.

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Airbag SRS

WARNING

After inflation, some airbag components are hot - DO NOT touch until they have cooled.

Airbag SRS warning indicator

A warning indicator mounted on the instrument panel will alert you

to any malfunction of the airbag SRS. The warning indicator illuminates as a bulb and system check when the starter switch

H5206

Airbag inflation is virtually instantaneous and occurs with considerable force, accompanied by a loud noise. The inflated bag, together with the seat belt restraint system, limit the movement of a front seat occupant, thereby reducing the risk of injury to the head and upper torso.

WARNING

An inflating airbag can cause facial abrasions and other injuries. Minimise the risk of injury by ensuring that front seat occupants are wearing their seat belts and are seated correctly, with the seat as far back as is practical.

is turned to position ‘II’ and will extinguish after approximately five seconds.The airbag SRS should always be checked by a dealer if any of the following symptoms occurs:

• The warning indicator fails to illuminate

when the starter switch is turned to position ‘II’.

• The warning indicator fails to extinguish

within approximately five seconds after the starter switch is turned to position ‘II’.

• The warning indicator illuminates after the

engine is started, or while the vehicle is being driven.

When an airbag inflates, a fine powder is released. This is not an indication of a malfunction. However, the powder may cause irritation to the skin and should be thoroughly flushed from the eyes and any cuts or abrasions of the skin. After inflation the airbags deflate immediately. This provides a gradual cushioning effect for the occupant and also ensures that the driver's forward vision is not impaired.

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Airbag SRS

SERVICE INFORMATION

WARNING

DO NOT attempt to service, repair, replace, modify or tamper with any part of the airbag SRS, or wiring in the vicinity of an airbag SRS component; this could cause the system to activate, resulting in personal injury.

ALWAYS contact your Dealer/Authorised Repairer if:

• an airbag inflates.

• the front of the vehicle is damaged, even if

the airbag has not inflated.

• any part of an airbag module cover (the steering wheel centre pad or facia panel) shows signs of cracking or damage.

IMPORTANT

The components that make up the airbag SRS are sensitive to electrical or physical interference, either of which could easily damage the system and cause inadvertent operation or a malfunction of the airbag.

For your safety it is recommended that you seek the assistance of a Land Rover Dealer/Authorised Repairer to carry out any of the following:

• Removal or repair of any wiring or component in the vicinity of any of the SRS components, including the steering wheel, steering column, instrument and facia panels.

• Installation of electronic equipment such as a mobile phone, two-way radio or in-car entertainment system.

• Modification to the front of the vehicle, including the bumper and chassis.

• Attachment of accessories to the front of the vehicle.

Disposing of vehicles

If you sell your vehicle, be sure to inform the new owner that the vehicle has an airbag SRS.

If your vehicle is to be scrapped; uninflated airbags are potentially very dangerous and must be safely deployed in a controlled environment by qualified personnel, before a vehicle is scrapped.

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Steering Column

STEERING COLUMN ADJUSTMENT

H5084

The angle of the steering column can be adjusted to suit your driving position:

1. With the vehicle stationary, push the

locking lever fully down to free the steering column.

2. Move the steering wheel (up or down) into

the desired position, making sure that the instrument panel is clearly visible.

3. When adjustment is complete, pull the

locking lever fully up to lock the steering column in position.

WARNING

DO NOT adjust the steering column while the vehicle is in motion. This is extremely dangerous.

DO NOT drive the vehicle unless the locking lever is in the locked position (fully up).

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Instruments

INSTRUMENT PANEL

2 3 41

H6568

1. Tachometer

Indicates engine speed in revolutions per minute (x 1000). To protect the engine from damage, NEVER allow the tachometer pointer to enter the RED sector.

NOTE: On diesel models, the tachometer is only calibrated up to 6,000 rev/min.

2. Temperature gauge

This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant. As the engine warms up, the pointer will rise to the mid-point of the gauge, where it should remain while the engine is operating at its normal temperature.

If the pointer reaches the RED sector, the coolant is too hot and severe engine damage could result; stop the vehicle as soon as safety permits and seek qualified assistance.

8 7 6 5

Petrol model illustrated

3. Over-temperature warning indicator

Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature reaches the RED sector (120ºC). Illuminates as a bulb check when the starter switch is turned to position ‘II’ and extinguishes when the engine is started.

4. Speedometer

Indicates road speed in kilometres per hour.

5. Trip recorder reset button

When the starter switch is turned on, the display shows either the odometer reading or the trip recorder reading. By pressing the trip recorder reset button briefly, the display will change between the trip recorder and odometer modes. With the trip recorder mode displayed, press and hold the reset button for 2 seconds to reset the display to zero.

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Instruments

Pressing the button with the ignition off, will display the odometer reading for 5 seconds.

6. Digital display

For further information concerning the automatic transmission, (see ‘CommandShift®

TRANSMISSION’, page 104).

8. Fuel gauge

The pointer indicates the fuel level when the starter switch is turned to position ‘II’. After refuelling, the pointer rises to the new level after the starter switch is turned on. When the starter switch is turned off, the pointer quickly lowers to the ‘empty’ position.

An arrow on the face of the fuel gauge indicates the side of the vehicle on which the fuel filler is situated.

Never allow the vehicle to run out of fuel - the resultant misfire could damage the catalytic converter.

H5103

The panel displays the following:

1. Odometer reading (shows the total

distance travelled by the vehicle). The word ‘ODO’ is displayed. Trip recorder (for recording individual journey distances). The word ‘TRIP’ is displayed instead of ‘ODO’.

2. Automatic gear selector position (‘1’, ‘2’,

‘4’, ‘P’, ‘R’, ‘N’, ‘D’) - automatic transmission only. The word ‘SPORT’ confirms the selection of Sport mode - automatic transmission only. Manual mode gear selection information (‘1’, ‘2’, ‘3’, ‘4’ or ‘5’) - automatic transmission only

NOTE: Driving on twisting or hilly roads may disturb the accuracy of the fuel gauge. It is advisable to check the fuel level when the vehicle is travelling on a straight, level road.

9. Low-fuel warning indicator

Illuminates when the fuel level is low (approximately 2 gallons (9 litres) remaining). If the warning indicator illuminates, refuel at the earliest opportunity.

Illuminates as a bulb check when the starter switch is turned to position ‘II’ and extinguishes when the engine is started.

WARNING

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Instruments

Instrument illumination control

H5241

Rotate the control up to increase, or down to decrease the intensity of the instrument panel illumination.

The instrument illumination control also adjusts the level of illumination for all switches forward of the driver.

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Warning Indicators

INSTRUMENT PANEL

H6570

The location and specification of the warning indicators may vary according to model and market requirements.

Direction indicators - GREEN

The left or right warning indicator flashes in time with the relevant

direction indicator when they are operated. If either warning indicator fails to flash or flashes rapidly, the selected direction indicator lamp is not operating.

NOTE: If the hazard warning lamps are operated, both direction indicator warning indicators will flash together.

Headlamp main beam - BLUE

Illuminates when the headlamps

are switched to main beam.

Engine malfunction indicator - M.I.L - AMBER

Illuminates as a bulb check when

the engine is started. If the warning indicator illuminates while the engine is running, this indicates the detection of an emissions fault by the engine management system.

If the warning indicator illuminates and the vehicle drives normally:

• Arrange a service appointment at your earliest convenience - you may still drive the vehicle.

If the warning indicator flashes and/or the vehicle does not drive normally:

• Avoid high speeds and seek qualified assistance urgently.

the starter switch is turned to position ‘II’ and extinguishes when

Cruise control - AMBER

Illuminates when the cruise control master switch is turned on and

cruise control is active, and extinguishes when the switch is turned off or if cruise control is deactivated.

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Handbrake and brake system - RED

The warning indicator illuminates when the handbrake is applied and

extinguishes when it is fully released. If the warning indicator illuminates while the handbrake is released, a fault with the braking system is indicated, check the brake fluid level (see ‘BRAKE FLUID’, page 169). If the warning indicator continues to illuminate, seek qualified assistance urgently.

Coolant level - Amber

*1.8 Petrol engine only.

Illuminates when the engine

coolant level drops beyond the minimum required. To avoid serious engine damage stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. Top up the coolant (see ‘COOLANT CHECK AND TOP-UP’, page 167). Consult your Land Rover Dealer/Authorised repairer as soon as possible.

Door open - RED

Illuminates when any of the doors (including the taildoor and bonnet)

are not fully closed. DO NOT drive the vehicle with the warning indicator illuminated.

Traction control - AMBER

Illuminates as a bulb and system

check when the starter switch is

turned to position ‘II’ and extinguishes after approximately 4 seconds. The warning indicator illuminates for a minimum of 2 seconds, whenever traction control is operating.

If the warning indicator illuminates continuously while traction control is NOT operating, a fault with the system is indicated; seek qualified assistance.

The warning indicator also has an overheat function: if traction control is required, but the brakes are too hot, the warning indicator will flash for the period when traction control is required and traction has been lost.

ABS - AMBER

Illuminates for approximately 1 second as a bulb and system check

when the starter switch is turned to position ‘II’, and then extinguishes. The warning indicator may blink during this time.

If the warning indicator remains on or subsequently illuminates while driving, a fault has been detected by the self-monitoring system. This means that full ABS control may not be available and you should seek qualified assistance urgently.

Hill descent control (HDC) ‘failure’ - AMBER

is turned to position ‘II’. The warning indicator will flash if the brakes become in danger of overheating and continue flashing until the brakes have cooled sufficiently to enable HDC to operate again (see also ‘HDC fade-out’, page 110).

If the warning indicator illuminates at any other time, a fault in the system is indicated. If this occurs, deselect HDC and consult your Land Rover Dealer/Authorised Repairer.

The warning indicator illuminates

briefly as a bulb check when the

starter switch

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Warning Indicators

Hill descent control (HDC) ‘information’ GREEN

Illuminates briefly as a bulb check when the starter switch is turned to position ‘II’ and will illuminate

when HDC is selected.

If HDC is selected when either of the operating gears is engaged (1st or reverse), the warning indicator will illuminate continuously.

When HDC is selected and a non-operating gear is engaged, the warning indicator will flash to inform the driver that HDC is selected, but not operating (see also ‘HDC fade-out’, page 110).

Low oil pressure - RED

Illuminates as a bulb check when the starter switch is turned to

position ‘II’ and extinguishes when the engine is started. If the warning indicator remains on, flashes on and off or illuminates continuously when driving, serious engine damage could occur; stop the vehicle as soon as safety permits and SWITCH OFF THE ENGINE IMMEDIATELY. Seek qualified assistance before driving.

Seat belt - RED

driver to ensure that the seat belts of all occupied seats are securely fastened. The warning indicator extinguishes after approximately five seconds, or when the driver’s seat belt is fastened.

Airbag SRS - RED

about five seconds. If the warning indicator illuminates at any other time, seek qualified assistance urgently.

The warning indicator illuminates

when the starter switch is turned to

position ‘II’ as a reminder to the

The warning indicator illuminates

when the starter switch is turned to

position ‘II’ and extinguishes after

Overspeed - AMBER

120

km/h

approximately 2 seconds. The warning indicator will also illuminate when the vehicle's road speed exceeds 120 km/h and extinguishes again once road speed drops below 120 km/h.

Engine malfunction - AMBER

other time, the engine management system requires attention. Stop the vehicle as soon as safety permits and switch off the engine for at least 30 seconds; if the warning indicator illuminates again after the engine is restarted, it is permissible to continue driving (with reduced engine power), but qualified assistance must be sought as soon as possible, to prevent potential engine damage.

Battery charging - RED

extinguishes as soon as the engine is running. If it remains on, or illuminates when driving, a fault with the battery charging system is indicated. Seek qualified assistance urgently.

Glow plugs - AMBER (Diesel models)

indicator to extinguish before starting. If the engine is warm, the warning indicator may not illuminate.

Illuminates as a bulb check when the starter switch is turned to position ‘II’ and extinguishes after

Illuminates briefly when the starter switch is turned to position ‘II’. If it remains on, or illuminates at any

The warning indicator illuminates as a bulb check when the starter switch is turned to position ‘II’ and

Illuminates when the starter switch is turned to position ‘II’. When the engine is cold, wait for the warning

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Trailer direction indicators - GREEN

Illuminates in conjunction with the vehicle direction indicator warning

indicators to show that all trailer indicator lamps are functioning correctly. In the event of a bulb failure on the trailer, the warning indicator flashes once and then remains off.

When a trailer is not fitted, the warning indicator will flash once each time the direction indicator switch is operated.

NOTE: The trailer direction warning indicator will also flash when the hazard warning lamps are activated, whether a trailer is attached or not.

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Lamps and Indicators

DIRECTION INDICATORS

LAMPS

H5093

Move the lever DOWN to indicate a LEFT turn, and UP to indicate a RIGHT turn (the appropriate GREEN warning indicator on the instrument panel will flash in time with the direction indicators).

Hold the lever part-way up or down against spring pressure to indicate a lane change.

H5094

The side, tail and headlamps operate with the starter switch in any position.

If the exterior lamps are left on after the starter switch is turned off, a warning chime will sound as soon as the driver's door is opened. The chime will cease as soon as the lamps are switched off, or the door is closed.

Side/tail lamps and instrument panel illumination

Turn lighting switch to position 1.

Headlamps

Turn lighting switch to position 2.

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Lamps and Indicators

Headlamp main and dipped beams

Headlamp levelling

H5095

Pull the lever fully towards the steering wheel to change headlamp beams (BLUE warning indicator glows when the headlamps are on main beam).

To flash the headlamps, pull the lever part way towards the steering wheel and release.

H5072

The angle of the headlamp beams is affected by the distribution of weight inside the vehicle. The headlamps should be adjusted so that the point at which the beams meet the road surface ahead of the vehicle provides adequate illumination without dazzling other road users.

The four-position switch should be used to adjust the headlamp beams in relation to the vehicle loadings identified below.

Switch Position

Loading Condition 4 Cyl. Petrol and

Diesel

Standard Suspension

Driver only. 000 Driver plus one front passenger. All seats occupied. 111 All seats occupied

plus MRAL. Driver plus MRAL. 332

000

231

6 Cyl. Petrol

Standard Suspension

All Models

Sports Suspension

NOTE: MRAL = Maximum Rear Axle Load.

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Lamps and Indicators

FOG LAMPS

WARNING

Fog lamps should ONLY be used when visibility is severely restricted - other road users could be dazzled in clear conditions.

Rear fog guard lamps

Press to operate, press a second time to switch off (the red warning indicator in the switch illuminates

when the fog guard lamps are switched on).

The rear fog guard lamps operate ONLY when the starter switch is turned to position ‘II’ and the headlamps are switched on. Switching off the headlamps, or turning the starter switch to position ‘0’, will automatically extinguish the rear fog guard lamps.

DO remember to switch off as soon as visibility is clear.

HAZARD WARNING LAMPS

H5076

Front fog lamps

illuminates when the fog lamps are switched on).

The front fog lamps operate ONLY when the starter switch is at position ‘II’ and the side or headlamps are also switched on. The front fog lamps extinguish automatically when the side lamps or the starter switch is turned off, but will automatically be reselected when the starter switch is turned back on.

DO remember to switch off as soon as visibility is clear.

Press to operate, press a second time to switch off (the green warning indicator in the switch

H5074

Press to operate; all the direction

together. Use ONLY in an emergency to warn other road users when your stationary vehicle is causing an obstruction, or is in a hazardous situation. Remember to switch off before moving away.

indicator lamps (including those fitted to a trailer) will flash

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Wipers and Washers

OPERATING

The wipers and washers will only operate when the starter switch is turned to position ‘I’ or ‘II’.

WINDSCREEN WIPERS

IMPORTANT

• DO NOT operate the wipers on a dry screen.

• In freezing or very hot conditions, ensure that the blades are not frozen or stuck to the glass.

• In winter, remove any snow or ice from around the arms and blades, including the wiped area of the windscreen and the heater air intakes.

NOTE: If the wiper blades have stuck to the glass, a thermal cut-out may temporarily prevent the wiper motor from operating. If this is the case, switch the wipers off, free them from the obstruction and then switch on again.

H5096

Intermittent wipe

Turn switch to position 1.

Normal speed wipe

Turn switch to position 2.

Fast speed wipe

Turn switch to position 3.

NOTE: If the front screen wipers are operating (in either intermittent or continuous mode), the rear wiper operates automatically whenever reverse gear is selected.

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Wipers and Washers

Single wipe

WINDSCREEN WASHERS

H5099

H5097

Pull the lever toward the steering wheel. The

Pull the lever down and release immediately.

NOTE: With the lever held down, the wipers will operate at high speed until the lever is released.

Variable delay (intermittent wipe)

windscreen wipers will operate in conjunction with the washers for as long as the lever is held in this position, the wipers continuing for a further 3 to 4 wipes after the lever is released.

H5098

Rotate the inner switch to vary the delay between wipes.

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Wipers and Washers

REAR SCREEN WIPER AND WASHER

Rear window wash/wipe

Rear screen wiper

Press to operate: after continuously wiping 3 or 4 times,

the wiper operates intermittently (approx. once every 6 seconds) until switched off.

NOTE: When reverse gear is selected, the rear wiper will operate continuously in tandem with the front wipers.

NOTE: Opening the taildoor, or lowering the rear screen, will switch the rear wiper off.

H5078

Press and hold the switch for the required duration of screen

washing. The wiper operates automatically during washing and continues for a further 4 wipes (approx.) after the switch is released.

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Horn

HORN

H5080

To operate, press either of the horn switches set into the steering wheel pad.

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Mirrors

EXTERIOR MIRRORS

NOTE: The mirror glass is convex, providing a wider field of vision. As a result, objects reflected in the mirror are closer than they appear.

Adjustment

Folding the mirror body

The body of each door mirror is designed to fold forwards or rearwards on impact. They can also be folded back manually towards the side windows into a ‘park’ position, to enable the vehicle to negotiate narrow openings.

Manual operation: On some vehicles this operation can be carried out manually, by physically pushing the mirror bodies back towards the side windows, and then pulling them back into the normal (extended) positions.

H5054

H5052

1. Turn the control to the ‘L’ or ‘R’ position

to select either the left or right hand mirror.

2. With the starter switch turned to position

‘II’, push the control in the appropriate direction to tilt the mirror glass up/down/ left or right.

3. When adjustment is complete, return the

control to the OFF position (midway between ‘L’ and ‘R’).

Heating elements

The exterior mirrors have integral heating elements for dispersing ice and mist, which operate automatically whenever the starter switch is in position ‘II’.

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Mirrors

Electric operation:*

On some vehicles, mirror folding can be carried out electrically, as follows:

If a mirror is accidentally knocked out of position, an additional operation will resynchronise it.

1. Manually fold the mirror to its normal

driving position.

2. Ensure the mirror control is turned to the

centre position.

3. Push the mirror control down to operate

the mirrors, repeat this a further three times until both mirrors move back to the normal driving position

NOTE: An audible click may be heard as the mirror locks back on to the motor.

H5056

1. Ensure the mirror control is turned to the

centre position.

2. Push the control down once to fold the

mirrors back towards the side windows.

3. Before driving, push the control down a

second time to return the mirrors to their normal driving position.

NOTE: After several consecutive operations of the control, the mirror motor will cut-out. This is not a fault and occurs automatically to prevent the motor from overheating.

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Mirrors

INTERIOR MIRROR

VANITY MIRROR*

H5061

H5059

The interior mirror can be dipped to reduce glare from following vehicles. In the event of excessive glare, move the lever at the base of the mirror forward to ‘dip’ the mirror. Normal visibility is restored by pulling the lever back to its original position.

NOTE: In some circumstances, the view reflected in a ‘dipped’ mirror can confuse the driver as to the precise position of following vehicles. Remember to take additional care.

To use the vanity mirror, pull down the passenger's sun visor. On some models, the vanity mirror is illuminated; lift the mirror cover to illuminate.

NOTE: Always close the cover, or on vanity mirrors not fitted with a cover, always return the visor to its stowed position when not in use, to avoid possible scorching of the seats by the sun reflected in the mirror.

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Windows

ELECTRIC WINDOW CONTROLS

WARNING

Accidental closing of an electrically operated window on fingers, hands or any vulnerable part of the body, can result in serious injury. Always observe the following precautions:

5 DOOR VEHICLES

ISOLATE the rear window switches when carrying children.

ENSURE that children are kept clear whilst raising or lowering windows.

ENSURE that all adult passengers are familiar with the controls and the potential dangers of electrically operated windows.

DO NOT allow passengers to extend any part of their bodies through a window aperture while the vehicle is moving - injury from flying debris, branches of trees or other obstructions could occur.

It is recommended that the starter key be removed when leaving the vehicle.

H5038

The switches on the driver’s door console operate the windows as follows:

1. Left hand front window.

2. Right hand front window.

3. Left hand rear window.

4. Right hand rear window

5. Isolation switch for rear door window

switches.

NOTE: Electric rear windows can also be operated by the individual switches mounted on each rear door, provided that the isolation switch has not been activated.

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Windows

Operating the windows

The electric windows can be operated when the starter switch is at position ‘II’ and for up to 45 seconds after the starter switch is turned off (provided neither front door is opened in the meantime).

Press and hold the bottom half of a switch to lower and the upper half to raise. The window will stop moving when the switch is released.

NOTE: ENSURE that all adult passengers are familiar with the controls and the potential dangers of electrically operated windows.

Rear window isolation switch

Front door - passenger’s window switch

The front seat passenger can also independently control the raising and lowering of their window by using the switch on the passenger door. Press and hold the bottom half of the switch to lower and the upper half to raise. The window will stop moving when the switch is released.

Rear door - passenger’s window switch

H5040

Rear seat passengers can control the raising and lowering of their window by using the switch on either of the rear doors. (Provided

H5041

Press switch ‘5’ as indicated to isolate the rear window switches. Press the other end of the switch to restore independent control.

‘One touch’ down (Driver's door only)

By pressing (and then releasing) the bottom half of switch ‘1’ (AUTO) to the second detent position, the window will open fully at a single touch. Window movement can be stopped at any time by briefly pressing the upper half of the switch.

that the rear windows have not been isolated by the driver).

Press and hold the bottom half of a switch to lower and the upper half to raise. The window will stop moving when the switch is released.

NOTE: ENSURE that all adult passengers are familiar with the controls and the potential dangers of electrically operated windows.

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Windows

3 DOOR VEHICLES

‘One touch’ down (Driver's door only)

By briefly pressing (and then releasing) the bottom half of the driver’s window switch, the window will open fully at a single touch. Window movement can be stopped at any time by briefly pressing the upper half of the switch.

H5239

The switches on centre console operate the windows as follows:

Operating the windows

The electric windows can be operated when the starter switch is at position ‘II’ and for up to 45 seconds after the starter switch is turned off (provided neither door is opened in the meantime).

Press and hold the bottom half of a switch to lower and the upper half to raise. The window will stop moving when the switch is released.

NOTE: ENSURE that all adult passengers are familiar with the controls and the potential dangers of electrically operated windows.

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ELECTRIC TAILDOOR GLASS

WARNING

Long loads should be carried on the roof rack. If it is necessary to carry a load that protrudes through the taildoor window, the weight of the load must NOT rest on the glass of a partially open window. Damage to the glass or window mechanism may occur (see also ‘Accommodating long loads’, page 36).

NOTE: The taildoor glass can be lowered from

outside the vehicle, to enable easy access to the loadspace area when it is impossible or inconvenient to open the taildoor.

Press the upper half of the switch to raise the glass. If the switch is released before the glass is fully raised, it will automatically lower again.

NOTE: On 3-door models, the taildoor glass cannot be raised if the soft-back is raised/ removed or if the hard-back is removed.

One touch down:

By briefly pressing (and then releasing) the bottom half of the switch, the taildoor glass will open fully at a single touch.

Raising and lowering

H5045

From outside the vehicle:

Press and hold the UNLOCK button on the remote control (hold for 2 seconds) - the taildoor glass will fully lower.

To raise the glass, insert the starter key into the switch mounted in the taildoor handle and turn clockwise. If the switch is released before the glass is fully raised, it will automatically lower

H5043

From inside the vehicle:

With the starter switch in position ‘II’, press and hold the bottom half of the switch to lower the glass, movement will stop when the switch is released.

again.

NOTE: If the vehicle is locked when the glass is lowered using the remote control, the driver's door will unlock and the security features will be disarmed.

Remember to relock the vehicle (if required).

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Battery disconnection

If the battery has been disconnected, the taildoor glass will need to be recalibrated. If the alarm was armed when the battery was disconnected (or discharged), disarm the alarm after reconnection - the glass will fully lower. This will happen automatically if the alarm was in a disarmed state when the battery was disconnected.

ELECTRIC SUNROOF*

After battery reconnection, fully raise the glass

- the taildoor glass is now recalibrated (if the glass is not fully raised, an error ‘beep’ will sound).

REAR VENTILATOR WINDOWS (3-door models)

H5146

The sunroof can be operated when the starter switch is turned to position ‘II’ and for up to 45 seconds after the starter switch is turned off (provided neither front door is opened in the meantime).

The roof opens in two separate phases as follows:

H2354A

To open, pull the catch forwards and push outwards until the window ‘clicks’ into position.

To close, pull the centre of the catch inwards, then push rearwards until the catch is felt to ‘clip’ into the locked position.

NOTE: Ensure that children are kept clear while operating the windows.

• To tilt the roof: Press the bottom half of the

switch - the rear edge of the roof rises to the tilted position.

• To open the roof: With the sunroof fully

tilted, press the bottom half of the switch the roof remains tilted and slides towards the rear until fully open or the switch is released.

NOTE: Do not operate the sunroof when it is obstructed, or covered in ice or snow - damage could be caused.

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To close the roof: press the upper half of the switch - the sunroof will first close to the tilted position, then it will return the tilted roof to the closed position. The sunroof can be stopped (at any position) by releasing the switch.

Sunroof blind

WARNING

Accidental closure of a sunroof on fingers, hands or any vulnerable part of the body, can result in serious personal injury. Always observe the following precautions:

ENSURE that children are kept clear and that the sunroof is not obstructed when opening or closing.

DO NOT allow passengers to extend any part of their bodies through the sunroof aperture while the vehicle is moving - injury from flying debris, branches of trees or other obstructions could occur.

Do not open the sunroof if the load on the roof rack will impede its operation.

ALWAYS close the roof when the vehicle is unattended.

NOTE: ENSURE that all adult passengers are

familiar with the controls and the potential dangers of operating an electrically operated sunroof.

Sunroof visor

The sunroof visor needs to be opened and closed manually.

Driving with the sunroof open

If, when driving with the sunroof open, unwanted drafts are experienced, open the front facia air vents, and increase the blower speed if necessary. DO NOT operate the air conditioning.

H5148

Pull the sunroof blind across the sunroof aperture to open and close.

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Roof Panels

ROOF PANELS

NOTE: Handle glass with care, avoid damage to the surfaces, especially along the edges.

WARNING

DO NOT allow passengers to extend any part of their bodies through roof apertures while the vehicle is moving - injury from flying debris, branches of trees or other obstructions could occur.

Storing the panels

H5211

Twin glass or composite panels are set into the roof. Either or both panels can be tilted open or removed.

Tilting a panel (see left inset)

1. Pull the handle forward to unlock.

2. Push the handle up.

3. Push the handle to the rear until it ‘clicks’

into the lock position.

To close the panel, reverse the above procedure.

Removing a panel

WARNING

DO NOT attempt to remove the roof panels when the vehicle is moving.

H3314

After removal, always protect the panels by placing them sideways in the stowage case attached to the rear seats in the luggage compartment as shown.

Half tilt the panel (as in 1 and 2 above), then press the red catch to detach the handle linkage. From outside the vehicle, raise the rear of the panel until the two front hinges disengage and lift the panel off.

DO NOT drive with the roof panels loose in the vehicle, they could become dangerous projectiles in the event of an accident or emergency manoeuvre.

WARNING

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Refitting a panel

Removing the ‘T-bar’

H5212

Before refitting, note that the panels are not interchangeable because the curvature at each side of the roof is more pronounced than in the centre. To ensure accurate refitting, the one rounded corner of the panel should be positioned at the front OUTSIDE corner.

1. Locate the hinges over the top of and

through the slots in the wind deflector into their appropriate slots at the front of the roof.

2. Lower the roof and, ensuring that the

handle linkage is the correct way up, push the handle rearwards as if to lock.

3. The handle should now be engaged -

ensure that the red button is fully retracted, then attempt to open (tilt) the roof to check.

H3316

With both panels removed, the ‘T-bar’ can also be removed:

• Press the RED catches rearwards (as arrowed), then pull the bar upwards and then forwards to remove.

NOTE: The ‘T-bar’ can be stowed in the pocket provided in the stowage bag in the luggage compartment (see ‘Storing the panels’, page 73)

When replacing, ensure that the ‘T-bar’ is secured at the rear, before pushing downwards to engage the front (RED) locking catches.

NOTE: ALWAYS close and secure the roof when the vehicle is to be left unattended.

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Heating and Ventilation

Heating and Ventilat ion

VENTILATION

H5213

The ventilation system provides fresh or heated air to the interior of the vehicle from the air intake grille in front of the windscreen.

NOTE: Always keep the air intake grille clear of obstructions such as leaves, snow or ice.

Air outlets are provided to the windscreen, face and feet - the location of the vents is shown in the illustration above. The temperature of the air is controlled by the heater.

Information concerning the operation of the heating and ventilation system, as well as the air conditioning, appears on the pages that follow.

Particle filter*

Particle filters help to keep the vehicle interior free from pollen and dust. To remain fully effective, the filter should be replaced at least every 12 months or 20,000 km, at the time of a main service.

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HEATER CONTROLS

4 5 6

H6696G

1 and 9. Heated front seats*

NOTE: The seat heaters will switch off automatically 45 seconds after the starter switch is turned off, or either front door is opened.

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

NOTE: Owners should be aware that the seat heaters consume considerable power from the battery and for this reason, it is recommended that they are operated only with the engine running.

2. Heated rear window

Press to operate; press a second time to switch off. The indicator in the switch illuminates whenever the heater is on and extinguishes when the heater is turned off.

NOTE: The heated rear window will operate only with the taildoor fully closed and when the engine is running and will switch off automatically after approximately 15 minutes.

WARNING

DO NOT stick labels over the heating elements, and DO NOT scrape or use abrasive materials to clean the inside of the window.

3. Heated front screen

Press to operate; press a second time to switch off. The indicator in the switch illuminates whenever the heater is on and extinguishes when the heater is turned off.

NOTE: The front screen heater will operate only when the engine is running and will switch off automatically after approximately 10 minutes.

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4. Air distribution control

Rotate to select air distribution:

Air to face vents (to ensure best performance, the face level vents must be fully open)

Air to face vents and foot outlets (to ensure best performance, the face level vents must be fully open)

Air to foot outlets

Air to foot outlets and windscreen (if the ambient temperature is

approximately 5º C or higher, the air conditioning (if fitted) will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce misting).

All air to windscreen

(if the ambient temperature is

approximately 5º C or higher, the air conditioning (if fitted) will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce misting).

5. Air blower control

Turn the control clockwise to progressively increase the blower speed.

NOTE: With the control in position ‘O’, the volume of air entering the vehicle is dependent on driving speed alone.

6. Air temperature control

Rotate the control clockwise (towards the RED segments) to increase the air temperature, or anti-clockwise (towards the BLUE) to reduce the temperature.

7. Air conditioning button

With the engine running, press to operate. The indicator in the switch illuminates when the air conditioning is switched on.

8. Air recirculation button

Press to recirculate air inside the vehicle (indicator illuminates).

The air recirculation mode prevents the heating system from taking in fresh air from outside the vehicle. Instead, the air already inside the vehicle is recirculated, thus preventing the entry of traffic fumes. In cold weather air recirculation also enables warmer air to be used to defrost the windscreen when the engine is still cold.

WARNING

The air recirculation mode can cause the windscreen to mist. If this happens, switch off air recirculation immediately.

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USING YOUR HEATER

Fresh air enters the heater unit through the grille in front of the windscreen and stale air is drawn out through vents in the rear of the vehicle. Ducts beneath the front seats provide heating for rear seat passengers - these must not be obstructed.

The following examples of basic heater settings are intended as a general guide; the air distribution, temperature and blower controls can then be further adjusted to suit your comfort requirements.

Always remember that full heating is not available until the engine has reached its normal operating temperature.

Maximum heating

Demisting

H6698G

Set the controls as shown, to obtain the maximum flow of heated air from the windscreen and side window vents. Selection of air conditioning demisting.

On vehicles NOT equipped with air conditioning, opening a window may improve ventilation.

Defrosting

* will also assist in

H6697G

Petrol engine vehicles: Set the controls as shown, with the blower at the slowest speed (position 1) until the temperature gauge indicates that the engine is warming up - the blower speed can then be increased.

Diesel engine vehicles: Set the controls as shown, but with the blower set to position 3 until the temperature gauge indicates that the engine is warming up - the blower speed can then be increased if required.

H6699G

Set the controls as shown and switch on air recirculation to prevent cold air from being drawn into the vehicle. Turn air recirculation off as soon as the windscreen is clear, to prevent any possibility of the windscreen misting.

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Maximum ventilation

H6700G

Set the controls as shown, with the face level vents open. Adjust the blower speed as required.

PTC Heater (Diesel only)

The PTC (Positive Temperature Coefficient) heater is a supplementary heating system that compensates for the relatively low coolant temperatures inherent in the diesel engine.

The PTC heater operates while the engine is running or for a limited time if the ignition is switched on without starting the engine. When the heater blower is selected and the temperature control is turned to the warm/hot range, the PTC heater activates and boosts the air temperature within the vehicle.

NOTE: On vehicles with manual transmission, engine speed may increase when idling, to further enhance the performance of the heater.

Fuel Burning Heater (Diesel only)

The Fuel Burning Heater (FBH) is an auxiliary heating system that only operates while the engine is running and the ambient temperature is less than 5 the FBH system maintains the temperature range required for optimum heating within the vehicle. Operation is fully automatic, with no intervention required by the driver.

C (410 F). At low temperatures,

NOTE: Exhaust emissions from the FBH may be noticed from the front left hand side of the vehicle. In addition, the FBH may continue to run after the engine has been turned off. Some air flow noise can be expected while it is running.

FACE LEVEL VENTS

H2329A

Rotate the thumbwheel down to open or up to close the vents. Direct the air flow by moving the control in the centre of the louvres up or down, or from side to side.

To increase output from the centre face vents, shut the outer vents.

When carrying rear seat passengers, use the outer vents for the front seat occupants and use the more powerful centre vents for the rear seat passengers.

On 3-door models, when driving with either the hard or softback removed (or folded in the case of the softback), open all the vents and turn the blower switch on - this will help prevent the ingress of poisonous exhaust fumes.

NOTE: On both 3 and 5-door models, driving with the taildoor or taildoor window open is not recommended because poisonous exhaust fumes will be drawn into the vehicle. (See ‘Accommodating long loads’, page 36).

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AIR CONDITIONING*

The air conditioner provides additional cooling and also reduces humidity. This can be used to demist windows quickly in damp weather and, when used in conjunction with the heater, makes the interior of the vehicle warm and dry.

NOTE: In high humidity conditions, slight screen misting may be experienced when the air conditioning is turned on. This is a natural occurrence for most automotive air conditioning systems; it is not a fault with the system and will clear after a few seconds, once the air conditioning is operating.

Using the air conditioning

The air conditioning can only be used when the engine is running and with the blower switched on. For the air conditioning system to operate efficiently, all windows (and the sunroof/ roof panels) should be closed, and the air intake vents free from ice, snow, leaves and other debris. DO NOT operate the air conditioning with the softback opened, or the hardback removed.

With the engine running, press the ‘A/C’ button and adjust the air distribution, blower and air temperature controls as required.

NOTE: The air conditioner will automatically operate when the air distribution control is set to ‘All air to windscreen’ or ‘Air to foot outlets and windscreen’, see ‘4. Air distribution control’, page 77.

Operation of the air conditioning system places an extra load on the engine. In very hot conditions or when the engine is required to work unusually hard (climbing long hills or driving in congested traffic, for example), this could result in high engine temperatures. If the pointer nears the RED zone of the temperature gauge, temporarily turn the air conditioning off until engine temperatures return to normal.

NOTE: Under extreme conditions, the air conditioning may automatically switch off, to prevent damage to the engine.

Rapid cooling:

With the engine running press the ‘A/C’ button, turn the air temperature control to the BLUE segment, select air recirculation and turn the blower switch to ‘4’. Turn the air distribution control to the face vent setting and fully open all four face level vents. Turn off air recirculation and adjust the blower when the vehicle interior is cool.

NOTE: In very hot conditions, it may be advisable to fully ventilate the vehicle by opening the windows and sunroof for a while before closing them again and operating the air conditioning.

Maintaining the air conditioning

The air conditioning system is sealed and major maintenance should only be carried out by a qualified technician. To maintain the system in peak condition, owners should ensure that the system is operated for a short period every week (even during the cold winter months); with the engine at its normal operating temperature, run the air conditioning for at least ten minutes whilst driving at a steady speed.

Surplus water produced by the dehumidifying process is expelled from the system via drain tubes beneath the vehicle. This may result in a small pool of water forming on the road when the vehicle is stationary and is not a cause for concern.

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Interior Equipment

COURTESY AND MAP READING LAMPS (5-door models)

COURTESY LAMP (3-door models)

H2352A

Front courtesy and map reading lamps

H2593

Rear courtesy lamp

Press the appropriate switch to illuminate (or extinguish) the lamps manually.

The front and rear lamps illuminate automatically when the vehicle is unlocked or whenever a door or taildoor is opened, and extinguish approximately 15 seconds after ALL the doors are closed, or as soon as the starter switch is turned on.

If a door or the taildoor remains open for ten minutes or more, a ‘time out’ function will extinguish the courtesy lamps in order to prevent the battery from discharging.

NOTE: If the map reading lamps or rear courtesy lamp are left on after being manually selected, they will NOT extinguish automatically.

H3322

Switch positions:

• ‘OFF’ - Lamp permanently off.

• ‘ON’ - Lamp illuminates continuously.

With the switch in the centre position, the interior lamp illuminates automatically whenever the vehicle is unlocked or when a door or taildoor is opened. The lamp remains illuminated for 15 seconds after the doors and taildoor are closed, or until the starter switch is turned on.

If a door or the taildoor remains open for ten minutes or more, a ‘time out’ function will extinguish the courtesy lamps in order to prevent the battery from discharging.

NOTE: If the courtesy lamp is left on after being manually selected, it will NOT extinguish automatically.

The courtesy lamps will extinguish when the vehicle is locked.

LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT LAMP

Illuminates automatically when the taildoor is opened.

The courtesy lamps will extinguish when the vehicle is locked.

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Interior Equipment

CLOCK

GLOVEBOX

WARNING

DO NOT drive with the glovebox open. An open glovebox could cause injury to the front seat passenger in the event of a collision.

H5087

The digital clock display illuminates when the starter switch is turned on and dims for night viewing when the sidelamps are switched on.

With the starter switch turned to position ‘I’, press the hour (‘H’) and minute (‘M’) buttons to set the time. If both buttons are pressed together, the display will change between 24 hour and 12 hour displays.

NOTE: If the battery is disconnected, the clock will need to be reset.

H5159

Lift the handle to open the glovebox - the two recesses in the glovebox lid can be used, when the vehicle is stationary, as cup stands.

The left hand compartment in the glovebox can be used to store CD cases.

Glovebox lamp

Operates automatically when the exterior lamps are switched on and the passenger glovebox is opened.

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Interior Equipment

DRIVER'S STORAGE AREA

WARNING

DO NOT drive with the storage area open. The storage area lid could cause serious injury in the event of a collision.

DRINKS STOWAGE

H3325A

The expanding strap fitted to the front door stowage compartment on 5-door models can be used to store drink containers securely when driving.

NOTE: Drink containers over 0.5 litre capacity will not be properly secured by the strap.

WARNING

H5161

Do not use the strap to store hot drinks.

Lift the handle to open the driver's storage area

- when the vehicle is stationary, the two recesses in the lid can be used as cup stands.

The right hand compartment in the storage area can be used to store tape and CD cases.

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Interior Equipment

CUP HOLDERS*

WARNING

The driver should not drink and should not use the cup holder while driving.

If the cup holder is retractable, it should be kept closed when not in use.

DO NOT place anything other than suitable drinks containers in the cup holders, because such items may be thrown about in the passenger compartment and possibly injure occupants in the event of an accident or emergency manoeuvre.

Do not carry open-top drink containers in the cup holders while the vehicle is in motion; a spilled hot drink could cause personal injury. Spilled drinks can also damage upholstery, carpeting and electrical components.

Use only for soft containers. DO NOT use to hold cups made of glass, china or hard plastic, as these may cause injury in the event of an accident or emergency manoeuvre. Unopened, sealed containers (drinks cans, for example) are hard objects and may also cause injury.

Front cup holders

H5133

The front cup holders are located on the top surface of the facia panel, as illustrated above.

Rear cup holders

H2550

With the centre armrest lowered, press the front of the cup holder to open. The retaining arms can be adjusted to suit a range of container sizes. Press the front of the cup holder again to close.

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Interior Equipment

SUN VISOR

SUNGLASSES POCKET (3-door models)

H3326

H2424

To shield your eyes from the sun, pull the visor down from the roof; the visor can be used to shield the upper part of the windscreen or the side window as required.

NOTE: On some models, the sun visors are fitted with a vanity mirror on the underside.

On 3-door models, there is a pocket designed to be a convenient place to stow sunglasses.

NOTE: Keep sunglasses in a soft case, to prevent scratching.

WARNING

Do not store loose items (tapes, coins etc.) in the sunglasses pocket these could become dangerous projectiles in the event of a sudden stop or collision.

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Interior Equipment

ASHTRAY

WARNING

DO NOT use the ashtray for disposing of waste paper or other combustible items.

CIGAR LIGHTER

H5200

Front ashtray illustrated

Push the front to open the ashtrays. To remove for emptying; with the ashtray open, carefully pivot the ashtray upwards and withdraw it from the aperture.

To refit the ashtray, partially insert the tray into the aperture, then pivot downwards before pushing the ashtray closed.

H5201

With the starter switch turned on, press the lighter in to heat up. When it has reached the correct temperature it will partially eject and can then be withdrawn for use.

• ONLY hold the cigar lighter by the handle.

WARNING

DO NOT plug accessories into the cigar lighter socket, as potential damage could occur to the vehicle’s electrical systems.

For your safety and convenience, an auxiliary power socket may be provided in the centre console, above the rear ashtray. See ‘AUXILIARY POWER SOCKET*’, page 87.

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AUXILIARY POWER SOCKET*

OVERHEAD STOWAGE NETS

H5784G

H5203

An auxiliary power socket is mounted in the centre console, above the rear ashtray. This can be used to power Land Rover approved accessories that use a maximum of 180 watts.

Always run the engine during prolonged use of electrical accessories, otherwise the battery may become discharged.

WARNING

NEVER plug non-approved accessories into the power socket - damage to the vehicle's electrical systems could occur.

DO NOT use for heavy or sharp items or glassware, which could be dislodged in the event of an accident or emergency manoeuvre and cause personal injury.

WARNING

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Rear Door

REAR DOOR

H5158

WARNING

Lamps located on the same side of the vehicle as the rear door hinges will be obscured when the door is fully open.

NOTE: Owner should be mindful of and

considerate to local traffic/environmental conditions.

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Loadspace Cover

Loadspace Co ver

LOADSPACE COVER

DO NOT carry loose items of luggage on top of the loadspace cover - these may obscure vision and could become dangerous projectiles in the event of a sudden stop or collision.

All equipment, luggage or tools carried in the loadspace should be secured to reduce the risk of injury to the driver and passengers in the event of an accident or emergency manoeuvre.

DO NOT store the loadspace cover loose in the vehicle.

WARNING

5245

On 5-door models the rear loadspace can be covered by a spring loaded roller blind, which can be retracted when not in use by detaching the cover from the hooks at the rear of the vehicle (see lower inset).

To remove the loadspace cover:

1. Slide the retracted cover firmly to the

right.

2. Lift the left hand end of the cover from its

location.

3. Carefully manoeuvre the cover from the

rear of the vehicle.

Refitting the loadspace cover is the reverse of the removal procedure.

NOTE: Removal of the loadspace cover may be eased by folding the rear seat backrest forward.

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In-Car Telephones

IN-CAR TELEPHONES

A fully approved telephone package, including ‘hands-free’ operation and remote dialling, is available for your vehicle. Please consult your dealer for further information.

For your safety, always note the following precautions before fitting or using an in-car telephone, or any mobile communication equipment.

• Only use an installation kit incorporating an aerial external to the vehicle.

• Ensure that the installation is carried out by a competent installer.

WARNING

Using any hand-held appliance while driving can be dangerous. Always stop the vehicle before making a call and ensure the telephone is switched off while you are driving.

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Starting and Driving

Driving and Operating

Starting and Driving

STARTER SWITCH

The starter switch is located to the right of the steering column, and uses the following sequence of key positions to operate the steering lock, electrical circuits and starter motor:

H3522

Position ‘III’

• Starter motor operates. Release the key immediately the engine

starts (the key will automatically return to position ‘II’). Note that operation of position ‘I’ electrical functions will be interrupted during engine cranking.

NOTE: On automatic models gear selector position ‘P’ or ‘N’ must be selected before the engine will start.

NOTE: When the starter switch is at position ‘II’, a short, low pitched ‘buzz’ may be heard; this is the ABS system priming and is no cause for concern. The instruments and warning indictors will also prime.

Position ‘0’

• Steering locked (if key is removed).

• Most lighting circuits are operational,

including: sidelamps, headlamps and hazard warning lamps.

Position ‘I’

• Steering unlocked.

• Clock, radio/cassette player and cigar lighter

can now be operated.

Position ‘II’

• All instruments, warning lamps and electrical circuits are operational.

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STARTING - Petrol models

WARNING

Never start or leave the engine running in an unventilated building - exhaust gases are poisonous and contain carbon monoxide, which can cause unconsciousness and may even be fatal.

Before starting the engine and driving, ENSURE you are familiar with the precautions shown under ‘CATALYTIC CONVERTER *’, page 97.

In particular, you should be aware that if the engine fails to start, continued use of the starter may result in unburnt fuel damaging the catalytic converter.

1. Check that the handbrake is applied and

that the gear lever is in neutral (‘P’ or ‘N’ for automatic transmission).

2. Switch off all unnecessary electrical

equipment (including the air conditioning).

3. Turn the starter switch to position ‘III’ to

operate the starter motor and RELEASE THE KEY as soon as the engine is running.

DO NOT press the accelerator pedal while starting and DO NOT operate the starter for longer than 15 seconds. If the engine fails to start, switch off and wait for at least 10 seconds before trying again.

NOTE: Continued use of the starter will not only discharge the battery, but may cause damage to the starter motor and the catalytic converter.

NOTE: The battery charging, oil pressure and engine malfunction warning lndicators should extinguish as soon as the engine is running.

In cold weather, or when the battery is in a low state of charge, on manual gearbox vehicles depress the clutch pedal while starting and hold it down until the engine is running. This will reduce the load on the battery.

What to do if the engine fails to start, or starts but will not continue running:

1. Press the accelerator pedal half way down

while operating the starter. DO NOT operate the starter for more than 15 seconds and release the accelerator as soon as the engine fires.

2. If the engine still fails to start, operate the

starter again, this time FULLY depressing the accelerator pedal to clear the engine of excess fuel. Ensure the starter motor is not operated for more than 15 seconds and release the accelerator pedal as soon as the engine has started.

3. DO NOT pump the accelerator pedal

during starting.

NOTE: If starting the vehicle in cold weather at high altitude (above 2,400 m), adopt the above procedure as normal practice.

Cold climates

At temperatures down to -26°C, the engine should start within 5 to 8 seconds. Below this temperature, engine cranking times will increase significantly and the starter motor may need to be operated continuously for as long as 30 seconds before the engine will start. For this reason, ensure that all non-essential electrical equipment is switched off.

In very cold climates the oil pressure warning indicator may take several seconds to extinguish.

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Cylinder block heaters

Only approved cylinder block heaters restricted to a maximum of 400 W should be used. Cylinder block heaters that exceed this output may damage the emission control components.

Automatic gearbox vehicles

After starting, ensure that the handbrake and foot brake are firmly applied and the accelerator pedal is not depressed while moving the gear selector lever from ‘N’ or ‘P’, otherwise, the vehicle may move immediately the selector lever is moved to one of the drive positions (1, 2, 4, D or R). This is particularly important when the engine is cold, because the engine will be idling at a faster speed than normal.

NOTE: The selector lever cannot be moved from ‘P’ to a drive position while the engine is running, unless the brake pedal is applied.

STARTING - Diesel models

WARNING

Never start or leave the engine running in an unventilated building - exhaust gases are poisonous and contain carbon monoxide, which can cause unconsciousness and may even be fatal.

Before starting the engine and driving, ENSURE you are familiar with the precautions shown under ‘CATALYTIC CONVERTER *’, page 97.

In particular, you should be aware that if the engine fails to start, continued use of the starter may result in unburnt fuel damaging the catalytic converter.

1. Check that the handbrake is applied and

that the gear lever is in neutral (‘P’ or ‘N’ for automatic transmission).

2. Switch off all unnecessary electrical

equipment (including the air conditioning).

3. Insert the starter key and turn the switch

to position ‘II’. Wait until the glow plug warning indicator extinguishes.

NOTE: The waiting time will vary according to the engine coolant temperature (when the engine is hot, the glow plug warning indicator will extinguish almost immediately).

4. Turn the key to position ‘III’ to operate the

starter motor. DO NOT press the accelerator pedal while starting. RELEASE THE KEY as soon as the engine is running.

If the engine stalls or fails to start, you MUST return the starter switch to position ‘O’ before attempting to restart; the engine will not start by turning the starter switch from position ‘II’.

In temperate climates DO NOT operate the starter for longer than 10 seconds. If the engine fails to start, switch off and wait 10 seconds before re-using the starter.

NOTE: Continued use of the starter will not only discharge the battery, but may cause damage to the starter motor.

NOTE: The battery charging and oil pressure warning indicators should extinguish as soon as the engine is running.

NOTE: The diesel engine must not be run above idle speed until the oil pressure warning indicator extinguishes. This will ensure that the engine and turbo-charger bearings are properly lubricated before being run at speed.

NOTE: Similarly, ALWAYS allow the engine to idle for 10 seconds before switching off.

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Cold climates

The engine of your Freelander is fitted with an advanced ‘drive by wire’ engine management system. This is designed to optimise the vehicle’s cold start behaviour - pressing the accelerator pedal has no effect on starting performance.

At temperatures down to -26°C (-15°F), the engine should start within 5 to 8 seconds. Below this temperature, engine cranking times will increase significantly and the starter motor may need to be operated continuously for as long as 30 seconds before the engine will start. For this reason, ensure that all non-essential electrical equipment is switched off.

In very cold climates the oil pressure warning indicator may take several seconds to extinguish.

Cylinder block heaters

Only approved cylinder block heaters restricted to a maximum of 400 W should be used. Cylinder block heaters that exceed this output may damage the emission control components.

Automatic gearbox vehicles

NOTE: The selector lever cannot be moved from ‘P’ to a drive position while the engine is running, unless the brake pedal is applied.

DRIVING

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Vehicle stability

Your vehicle has a higher ground clearance and, hence, a higher centre of gravity than ordinary passenger cars to enable the vehicle to perform in a wide variety of different off-road applications. An advantage of the higher ground clearance is a better view of the road, allowing the driver to more easily anticipate problems. Inexperienced drivers should take additional care, remembering that your vehicle is not designed for cornering at the same speeds as conventional passenger cars, any more than a low slung sports car is designed to perform satisfactorily in offroad conditions. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate your vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or even vehicle rollover.

Vehicle height

The overall height of your vehicle exceeds that of ordinary passenger cars. Always be aware of the height of your vehicle and check the available headroom before driving through low entrances. This is particularly important if the vehicle is fitted with a roof rack or if the sunroof is tilted.

Instruments and warning indicators

Before driving it is important to fully understand the function of the instruments and warning indicators.

NOTE: Red warning indicators are of particular importance; illumination indicates that a safetyrelated problem or potentially serious mechanical fault exists. If a red warning indicator illuminates, always stop the vehicle and seek qualified assistance before continuing.

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Warming-up

DO NOT warm-up the engine by allowing it to idle at a slow speed.

In the interests of fuel economy, it is advisable to drive the vehicle straight away, remembering that harsh acceleration and labouring the engine before the normal operating temperature has been reached can damage the engine.

Parking

After bringing the vehicle to a stop, ALWAYS apply the handbrake and select neutral (‘P’ for vehicles with automatic transmission), before releasing the foot brake and switching off the engine.

WARNING

Cooling fans may continue to operate after the engine is switched off. When the engine is hot, the cooling fans may also COMMENCE operating after the engine is switched off and continue operating for up to 8 minutes. Keep clear of all fans while working in the engine compartment.

Running-in

Proper running-in will have a direct bearing on the reliability and smooth running of your vehicle throughout its life.

In particular, the engine, gearbox, brakes and tyres need time to ‘bed-in’ and adjust to the demands of everyday motoring. During the first 1000 km, it is essential to drive with consideration for the running-in process and heed the following advice:

• LIMIT maximum road speed to 110 km/h or 3,000 rev/min. Initially, drive the vehicle on a light throttle and only increase engine speeds gradually once the running-in distance has been completed.

• DO NOT operate at full throttle or allow the engine to labour in any gear.

• AVOID fast acceleration and heavy braking except in emergencies.

After the running-in distance has been completed, engine speeds may be gradually increased.

FUEL ECONOMY

Fuel consumption is influenced by two major factors:

• How your vehicle is maintained.

• How you drive your vehicle.

To obtain optimum fuel economy, it is essential that your vehicle is maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's service schedule.

Items such as the condition of the air cleaner element, tyre pressures and wheel alignment will have a significant effect on fuel consumption. But, above all, the way in which you drive is most important. The following hints may help you to obtain better value from your motoring:

• Avoid unnecessary, short, start-stop journeys.

• Avoid fast starts by accelerating gently and smoothly from rest.

• Do not drive in the lower gears for longer than necessary.

• Decelerate gently and avoid sudden and heavy braking.

• Anticipate obstructions and adjust your speed accordingly well in advance.

• When stationary in traffic, select neutral to improve fuel economy and air conditioning performance.

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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM

WARNING

Exhaust fumes contain poisonous substances which can cause unconsciousness and may even be fatal.

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DO NOT inhale exhaust gases.

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DO NOT start or leave the engine running in an enclosed unventilated area, or drive with the taildoor open.

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DO NOT modify the exhaust system from the original design.

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ALWAYS repair exhaust system leaks immediately.

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If you think exhaust fumes are entering the vehicle have the cause determined and corrected immediately.

Land Rover vehicles are fitted with emission and evaporative control equipment necessary to meet a number of territorial requirements.

In many countries it is against the law for vehicle owners to modify or tamper with emission control equipment, or to sanction the unauthorised replacement or modification of this equipment. In such cases the vehicle owner and the repairer may both be liable for legal penalties.

It is important to remember that all Land Rover Dealers/Authorised Repairers are properly equipped to perform repairs and to maintain the emission control system on your Freelander.

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