Rover DEFENDER 1997 Owner Manual

CONTENTS

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

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

SECTION 3 Driving & operating ............................................. 33

SECTION 4 Owner maintenance ............................................. 69

SECTION 5 Workshop maintenance........................................ 103

SECTION 6 General data ......................................................... 121

SECTION 7 Parts & accessories............................................... 129

SECTION 8 Off-road driving.................................................... 133

Index ..................................................................... 147

In-car entertainment

Publication No. LRL0095NAS

 1996 RoverGroup Limited

Published by Technical Communications

Introduction

PASSPORT TO SERVICE

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

Most important of all, however, is the section on maintenance. This outlines the servicing requirements for your vehicle, as well as incorporating the service record slips, which the dealer should sign and stamp to certify that routine services have been carried out at the recommended intervals.

WARNING

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

WARNING LABELS ATTACHED TO THE

VEHICLE

Warning labels attached to your vehicle bearing this symbol

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

Warning labels showing this

symbol indicate that the ignition

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

WARNING

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

Introduction

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN)

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

The VIN and other information concerning the vehicle, can be found on a plate, located in the driver’s footwell (this should also match the VIN recorded in the Passport to Service).

In addition, the Federal VIN plate is mounted to the vehicle body, in such a position that it is visible from the outside, through the bottom corner of the windscreen on the driver’s side.

ANTI-THEFT PRECAUTIONS

While it may be difficult to deter the ’professional’car thief, the majority of thefts are carried out by unskilled opportunists. Therefore, take vehicle security very seriously and ALWAYS adopt this simple ’five point’ drill whenever you leave your vehicle - even for just a few minutes:

• Fully close all the windows and the

sunroof (if fitted).

• Remove your valuablebelongings (or hide

them out of sight).

• Remove the starter key.

• Engage the steering lock (by slightly

turning the wheel until it locks).

• Lock all the doors.

Thieves are attracted to ’vulnerable’ vehicles. Even if you have followed the ’five 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 easily be seen

by householders and passers-by.

• At night, park in well lit areas and avoid

deserted or dimly lit side streets.

• At home, if you have a garage, use it - and

NEVER leave the keys in the vehicle.

• Do not keep important vehicle documents

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

Introduction

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Remember the breakdown

safety code

If a breakdown occurs while travelling:-

• Wherever possible, consistent with

road safety and traffic conditions, the vehicle should be moved off the main thoroughfare. If a breakdown occurs on a freeway, pull well over to the inside of the hard shoulder.

• Switch on hazard lights.

• If possible, position a warning

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

• Consider evacuating passengers

through the right hand doors away from the road as a precaution in case your Defender is struck by another vehicle.

SECTION 2

Controls & instruments

In this section of the handbook you will find descriptions of the controls and instruments on your vehicle.

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

Section Contents Page

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

Door locks 10.................................................

Seats 11.........................................................

Seat belts 13...................................................

Instruments 17...............................................

Warning lights 18...........................................

Lights & indicators 20....................................

Wipers & washers 21.....................................

Switches 23....................................................

Windows 24...................................................

Sunroof 25.....................................................

Heating & ventilation 26.................................

Air conditioning 29.........................................

Interior equipment 30.....................................

Controls

1. Heating & ventilation controls

2. Warning lights

3. Tachometer

4. Temperature gauge

5. Fuel gauge

6. Speedometer

7. Heater fan control

8. Ventilator control

9. Rear screen heater switch

10.Rearscreen wiper switch

11.Ashtray

12.Rearscreen washer switch

13.Clock

14.Cigarlighter

15.Ventilatorcontrol

16.Hazardwarning light switch

17.Hoodrelease handle

18.Fusebox cover

19.Transfergear lever

20.Maingearchange lever

21.Parkingbrake lever

22.Acceleratorpedal

23.Windscreenwash/wipe control

24.Brakepedal

25.Starterswitch and steering lock

26.Lightingswitch

27.Instrumentillumination switch

28.Lighting,direction indicator & horn switch

Door locks

From outside the vehicle, turn the key towards the rear of the vehicle to lock and towards the front to unlock.

From inside the vehicle, each door can be individuallylocked, by depressing the appropriate sill locking button.

Front doors

Door sill locking buttons

KEYS

You have been supplied with two sets of keys, comprising:

• a black key for operating the starter

switch.

• a plain metal key for operating the door

locks.

• a grey key for operating the cubby box

lock.

Key numbers

The starter key and glovebox key numbers are stamped on a tag attached to their respective key rings. The door lock key number is stamped on the key itself. All key numbers should be entered on the Security Information card.

WARNING

Keep the spare keys and key tags in a safe place - NOT IN THE VEHICLE!

Ensure the key numbers are recorded on the Security Card supplied with your literature pack - DO NOT KEEP THE CARD IN THE VEHICLE!

WARNING

DO NOT depress the sill buttons as a means of locking the doors from outside the vehicle (this practice - known as ’slam locking’ - is not recommended, because keys can be locked inside accidentally).

Taildoor

From outside, use the key to lock and unlock. From inside and with the door closed, push the locking button up to lock and down to unlock (as illustration).

Seats

FRONT SEAT ADJUSTMENT

WARNING

To avoid the risk of loss of control and personal injury, never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback while the vehicle is in motion.

DO NOT allow occupants to travel with the seat backs reclined steeply rearwards. Optimum benefit is achieved from the seat belt, with the seat back angle set to 15 degrees from the vertical (upright) position.

Forward/backward movement

Lift the bar at the front of the seat base to slide the seat forward or back. Ensure the seat is locked in position before driving.

Backrest movement

Lift the lever and lean backwards or forwards to achieve the desired angle, then lower the lever to lock.

Rear seats - (Station wagons) Station wagon models are fitted with inward facing rear seats, which can be folded away when not in use.

To erect the seats, release the strap securing the seatbase, pull out the seat stand and fold down the seatbase, ensuring that the seat stand locates where the vehicle floor meets the wheel arch (see illustration).

NOTE: Soft top vehicles can be fitted with

forward facing rear seats, provided that a full Safari roll cage has been installed.

WARNING

DO NOT adjust the seats or seat stands while the vehicle is in motion.

When the seat is erected, the seat stand should be visually checked and physically tested, to ensure that the seatbase is secure before driving.

DO NOT allow the rear seats to be used unless the seat stand is in the correct position.

Ensure that rear seat passengers wear seat belts at all times.

DO NOT carry passengers in the rear of the vehicle unless rear seats are fitted.

Seats

Seat belts

SEAT BELT SAFETY

Seat belts are life saving equipment.

In a collision, unrestrained passengers can be thrown around inside the vehicle, or possibly thrown out of the vehicle, resulting in injury to themselves and to other occupants. DO NOT take chances with safety!

• DO make sure ALL passengers are

securely strapped in at all times - even for the shortest journeys.

• ALWAYS adjust seat belts to eliminate any

slack in the webbing, and to ensure that the diagonal belt passes across the shoulder without slipping off or pressing on the neck.

• ALWAYS fit the lap strap as low on the

hips as possible (never across the abdomen).

• DO NOT slacken the webbing by pulling

the belt away from the body - to be fully effective, the seat belt must be in full contact with the body at all times.

• DO have seat belts checked if the vehicle

has been involved in an accident.

• 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 seat back angle set to 15 degrees from the upright (vertical)position.

• DO use the seat belts to secure large items

of luggage that are to be carried on the seats - in the event of an accident, insecure items become flying missiles capable of causing serious injury.

• DO NOT fit more than one person into a

belt, or fit a seat belt that is twisted or obstructed in any way that could impede its smooth operation.

• DO NOT allow foreign matter (particularly

sugary food and drink particles) to enter the seat belt locks - such substances can render the locks inoperative.

WARNING

Pregnant women should ask a doctor for advice about the safest way to wear seat belts.

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 an accident.

Seat belts

WARNING

At all times, occupants should wear a seat belt for their protection in the event of a collision or sudden stop. In some circumstances, perhaps due to the vehicle being on a slope, the automatic locking mechanism may engage, preventing the initial extension of the belt. This is not a fault - ease the belt free and use it.

Lap belts

To adjust, pull the slider along the belt and feed the webbing through the buckle until the belt is comfortably tight. When not in use, the lap belts should be stowed behind the seat back.

Fastening the inertia reel belts

Draw the belt over the shoulder and across the chest, and insert the metal tongue plate into the lock nearest the wearer - a ’click’ indicates that the belt is securelylocked.

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 webbing crossing the shoulder MIDWAY BETWEEN THE NECK AND THE EDGE OF THE SHOULDER and with the seats in a normal UPRIGHT position - DO NOT allow the front passenger to travel with the seat steeply reclined.

Seat belts

Infant and child restraints

All infant and child restraint systems are designed to be secured in forward facing vehicle seats by means of a lap belt or the lap portion of a lap/shoulder belt.

When installing and using any infant or child restraint system, always follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer concerning installation and use. Failure to properly secure the child restraint system in the vehicle can endanger the child in a collision or sudden stop and cause injury to other passengers.

The front passenger seat belt is fitted with a retracting lock mechanism, providing extra security for a child restraint in the event of an accident. To activate the passenger seat belt lock mechanism, pull the seat belt out to its full extent and then allow it to retract until it is the correct length to secure the child seat. The seat belt will now be locked in that position until released by undoing the seat belt in the normal way.

Never leave a child unattended in your vehicle.

WARNING

Infants and children too small for seat belts should be restrained in a child safety seat or restraint system, appropriate to their age and/or size, and which is approved for use in your vehicle. Always ensure that the manufacturer’s fitting instructions are followed exactly.

• Do not fit child safety seats or restraint

systems to the inward facing rear seats.

Seat belts

Caring for seat belts

Regularly inspect the belt webbing for signs of wear, paying particular attention to the fixing points and adjusters. Always replace a seat belt that has withstood the strain of an impact or shows signs of fraying.

DO NOT bleach or dye the webbing. Clean the webbing using warm water and non-detergent soap only - allow to dry naturally and DO NOT retract the belt until completely dry.

Testing inertia reel belts

From time to time carry out the following tests:

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.

3. With the webbing half unreeled, hold the tongue plate and give it a quick forward pull. The safety mechanism must lock automaticallyand prevent any further unreeling.

Instruments

1. Speedometer

Indicates road speed in miles and/or kilometres per hour.

2. Odometer and trip odometer

Indicates the total distance or the individual journey distance travelled by the vehicle press and releasethe reset button (3) to change between the two.

3. Odometer and trip odometer mode/reset button

Press and releasethe mode button to change the digital display between either the total distance the vehiclehas travelled, or the individual journey distance. Press and hold the button to reset the trip odometer to zero.

4. Fuel gauge

The pointer indicates the fuel level when the starter switch is turned to position ’II’.

5. Temperature gauge

Once the engine coolant has reached its normal operating temperature, the pointer should remain between the ’C’ (cold) and ’H’ (hot) segments. If the pointer enters the ’H’ segment, stop the vehicle as soon as safety permits and seek qualified assistance before continuing.

6. Tachometer

Indicates engine speed in revolutions per minute (rev/min). In normal driving conditions, the engine speed should NEVER exceed 5500 rev/min.

7. Warning light pack

For a full explanation of the function of the warning lights, see ’Warning lights’.

Warning lights

WARNING LIGHTS

The specification of the warning lights will vary according to model and market requirements.

The warning lights are colour coded as follows:

RED lights are warnings.

WARNING

DO NOT drive if a RED warning light remains on once the engine is running or illuminates whilst driving.

GREEN & BLUE lights indicate that a unit is operating.

AMBER lights show that a unit is operating and should be switched off (or rectified) as soon as conditions allow.

Low engine oil pressure - RED Illuminates as a bulb check when

the starter switch is turned to position ’II’ and extinguishes when the engine is running. If it remains on, or illuminates whilst driving, STOP THE VEHICLE as soon as safety permits and seek qualified assistance before continuing. Always check oil levels when this light illuminates.

NOTE: At very low ambient temperatures, the

light may take several seconds to extinguish.

Battery charging - RED Illuminates as a bulb check when

the starter switch is turned to position ’II’ and extinguishes when the engine is running. If it remains on, or illuminates whilst driving, a fault is indicated. Seek qualified assistance urgently.

Brake system check - RED

Illuminates as a bulb check when

the starter switch is turned to position ’II’ and extinguishes when the engine is running and the parking brake is released. If it remains on, or illuminates whilst driving, a fault with the braking system is indicated. STOP THE VEHICLE as soon as safety permits and seek qualified assistance before continuing.

WARNING

DO NOT drive the vehicle while the brake warning light is illuminated.

Direction indicators - GREEN

Flashes in conjunction with the

direction indicators. If the light does not illuminate, this may indicate a bulb failure in the warning light pack or in one of the direction indicator lights.

Headlight high beam - BLUE

Illuminates whenever the high

beam headlights are on.

Warning lights

Differential lock - AMBER Illuminates whenever the differential lock is engaged.

If the light remains on after the differential lock is disengaged, transmission ’wind up’ may be present. Reversing for a short distance and then going forward will usually ’unwind’ the transmission. If the light remains on, contact your dealer as soon as possible.

Heated rear screen - AMBER (if fitted) Illuminates when the rear screen

heater is operating.

Seat belt warning - RED If the driver’s seat belt is not

fastened, the light illuminates when the starter switch is turned to position ’II’. The light extinguishes as soon as the driver’s seat belt is fastened. ALWAYS fasten your seat belt BEFORE driving!

Emission maintenance reminder

- RED

Illuminates as a bulb check when the starter switch is turned to position ’II’. If the light illuminates at any other time, the vehicle should be taken to your Land Rover dealer for a special emission related service to be carried out.

Trailer direction indicators -

GREEN

Flashes in conjunction with the vehicle direction indicator lights to show that all trailer indicator lights are functioning correctly. In the event of a bulb failure on the trailer, the warning light flashes once and then remains off.

Side lights - GREEN Illuminates whenever the side lights are on.

Check engine - AMBER Illuminates momentarily as a

bulb check when the starter switch is turned to position ’II’ and should extinguish when the engine is running. Illumination at any other time, indicatesan engine fault - if the light flashes, reduce speed and seek qualified assistance urgently.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

AUDIBLE WARNINGS

Driver’s seat belt reminder

A chime will sound for up to 8 seconds, if the starter switch is turned to position ’II’, when the driver’s seat belt is unfastened.

Starter key warning

A chime will sound if the key is left in the starter switch, with the switch in position ’I’ or ’0’, when the driver’s door is opened.

Lights on warning

A chime will sound if the lights are left on when a front door is opened.

Transfer box warning

A warning chime will sound whenever the transfer box gear lever is in the neutral position.

NOTE: When a trailer is not fitted, the

warning light will only flash once.

Lights & indicators

Direction indicators

Move the lever DOWN to indicate a LEFT turn, and UP to indicate a RIGHT turn (the GREEN warning light 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.

Main light switch

Lever position;

• Static - all lights off

• First position - parking, tail and instrument

panel lights on

• Second position - headlights on

Headlight high beam and ’flash’

With the headlights switched on, push the lever away from the steering wheel to activate high beam (BLUE warning light illuminates).

To flash the headlights, pull the lever part-way towards the steering wheel and then release.

Horn

Press end of the lever to operate the horn.

Wipers & washers

WARNING

To prevent possible overload damage to the linkage or the wiper motors in either freezing or extremely hot conditions, care must be taken to ensure that the wiper blades are not adhering to the glass before operating the wipers.

NOTE: Ensure an approved screen washer

solvent is used in the windscreen washer reservoir,to prevent freezing.

WINDSCREEN WIPERS

• Single wipe

Push the lever up against spring pressure and release immediately.

NOTE: With the lever held up, the wipers will

continue operating at high speed until it is released.

• Intermittent wipe

Pull lever down.

• Normal speed wipe

Push lever up to first position.

• Fast speed wipe

Push lever up to second position.

• Windscreen washer

Press to operate (the wipers will also operate).

Wipers & washers

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• 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.

Rear window wiper & washer (if fitted) The rear window wiper and washer only operate with the starter switch turned to position ’II’.

• Press the switch (1) to operate the wiper,

press again to switch off.

• Press and hold the switch (2) to operate

the washer and wiper for the required duration. The wiper will operate four times after the switch is released.

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.

Switches

Rear window heater (3) (if fitted) Press to operate, press a second time to switch off. The warning light on the instrument panel illuminates while the heating elements are switched on and extinguishes when they are turned off.

After 15 minutes continuous operation, the heater switches off automatically.

Instrument illumination switch

With the headlights or sidelights turned on, press the upper portion of the switch to achieve a low level of illumination and press the lower portion of the switch to illuminate the instrument panel fully.

WARNING

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

Hazard warning lights (1)

Press the switch once to operate; all the direction indicator lights (including those fitted to a trailer) and warning lights will flash in conjunction with each other.

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

Windows

WINDOWS

Front windows: (Station wagons) Raise or lower the window by rotating the handle mounted on the door.

Sliding rear windows: (Station wagons) To open, press the catch tongues together, slide the window to the desired position and release the catch, ensuring that it locates securely in the sockets, locking the window in position.

Sliding front windows: (Soft top) Push the lever down to unlock the window and slide the window open as required. Push the lever up to lock the window.

Sunroof

SUNROOF (if fitted) The sunroof can be opened or, if required, can be removed completely.

To OPEN the roof:

Turn the hand wheel counter-clockwise to give the desired opening.

NOTE: A partially open sunroof may vibrate

due to aerodynamic pressures. Adjust the sunroof aperture to reduce vibration.

To CLOSE the roof:

Turn the hand wheel clockwise until resistance is felt.

Remove the sunroof by tilting upwards and lifting rearwards to disengage the locating lugs.

WARNING

DO NOT store the sunroof loose in the vehicle.

DO NOT allow passengers to extend any part of their bodies through the sunroof while the vehicle is moving.

DO NOT remove the sunroof whilst the vehicle is moving.

To REMOVE the roof:

Open the sunroof fully and push the catch (1) rearwards to disengage the hand wheel mechanism.

Refit the sunroof by following the same procedure in reverse.

Heating & ventilation

Fresh air vents

To open the two vents in the windscreen frame, push the lever to the right and then downwards to the desired position and release.

The temperature of air supplied to the fresh air vents is not controlled by the heater.

Heating & ventilation

HEATER CONTROLS

1. Fan speed control

With the control at ’0’, the fan is switched off and no air will enter the vehicle through the heater vents. With the control moved downwards to the first position, the volume of air entering the passenger compartment is solely dependent upon the ram effect of the vehicle moving through the air. The subsequent positions operate the fan at speeds ’1’ and ’2’ respectively.

2. Temperature control

Move the lever downwards (towards the RED segment) to increase air temperature, or upwards (towards the BLUE segment) to reduce air temperature.

3. Air distribution control

• Lever fully up - windscreen vents only.

• Lever midway - foot level and windscreen

vents.

• Lever fully down - foot level vents (also

provides some air to the windscreen).

Heating & ventilation

USING YOUR HEATER

Ensure the front grille and the air intake grille on the front wing are kept clear of obstructions (especially snow and ice).

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 availableuntil the engine has reached its normal operating temperature.

Maximum heating

• Temperature control - fully down.

• Distribution control - midway.

• Fan speed control - fully down.

• Fresh air vents - fully closed.

Demisting and defrosting

• Temperature control - fully down.

• Distribution control - fully up.

• Fan speed control - fully down.

• Fresh air vents - fully open for demisting

(closed for defrosting).

• Opening a window may improve

ventilation.

Maximum ventilation

• Temperature control - fully up.

• Distribution control - fully down.

• Fan speed control - fully down.

• Fresh air vents - fully open.

Air conditioning

USING THE AIR CONDITIONING (if fitted) If your vehicle has been fitted with an air conditioning system, you may find the following guidelines useful.

Air conditioning provides additional cooling to the vehicle interior and also reduces the moisture content of the air.

The air conditioning system will only operate with the fan switched on and the engine running. It is also important to keep the windows closed during operation.

Operation of the air conditioning system, places an additional load on the engine which, in very hot conditions and if the engine is required to work unusually hard, could result in high engine temperatures. If the temperature gauge pointer reaches the RED zone, turn the air conditioning off until engine temperature returns to normal.

Points to remember:

• If the temperature inside the vehicle is

higher than that outside when you start the engine, it will take time for the air conditioning to become fully effective. It is best to ventilate the vehicle by opening the windows and operating the fan for a brief period before switching on the air conditioning. Remember to close the windows whenever the air conditioning is operating.

• Operating the air conditioning takes power

from the engine and consequently increasesfuel consumption.

• All air conditioning systems need to be

operated for a short while every week (even in winter) to maintain them in peak condition.

• The air conditioning system will also

dehumidify air. The surplus water produced by this 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.

Interior equipment

INTERIOR LIGHT

Station wagons:

With the switch midway between the ’ON’ and ’OFF’ positions, the light will illuminate whenever a door is opened.

CIGAR LIGHTER (1)

With the starter switch turned to position ’II’, 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.

• DO NOT use the ashtray for disposing of

waste paper or other combustible materials.

• DO NOT plug accessories into the cigar

lighter socket unless they are approved for use in your vehicle by Land Rover.

CLOCK (2)

To adjust the time, press and turn the button in the bottom right hand corner of the clock face.

NOTE: The clock will need to be reset, if the

battery is disconnected.

Interior equipment

ASHTRAY

Lift the lid of the ashtray to open. To remove, carefully prise the ashtray out of the fascia panel.

CUBBY BOX

Turn the key clockwise to unlock the cubby box, then squeeze the catch to open. Turn the key counter-clockwiseto lock the box.

The flap on the underside of the cubby box lid, can be folded out and, when the lid is shut, acts as a security cover for the in-car entertainment unit. It is recommended that the security cover is used (and the cubby box locked) whenever the vehicle is left unattended.

NOTE: The two recesses to the side of the

gear selector are for cups or drink cans.

SECTION 3

Driving & operating

Section Contents Page

Starter switch & steering lock 35....................

Starting & driving 36......................................

Catalytic converter 40.....................................

Fuel 42............................................................

Gearbox & transmission 44............................

Brakes 51.......................................................

Towing & load carrying 53.............................

Emergency starting 56....................................

Vehicle recovery 58........................................

Canopy removal & fitting 60...........................

Ancillary equipment 67...................................

Starter switch & steering lock

To unlock the steering column

Insert the ignition key FULLY and turn the starter switch to position ’I’, while turning the steering wheel slightly to disengage the lock.

To lock the steering column

With the main gearshift in ’P’ and either High or Low selected in the transfer box, turn the starter switch to position ’0’ and withdraw the key from the starter switch. Turn the steering wheel towards the straight ahead position until the lock engages.

NOTE: The starter key can NOT be turned to

position ’0’, unless the main gear selector is in the ’P’ (Park) position and either High or Low range is selected in the transfer gearbox.

STARTER SWITCH

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

Position ’0’

Steering locked (if key is removed). Ignition key locked in position unless the

gearshift is in ’P’. Most lighting circuits are operational,

including: sidelights, headlights and hazard warning lights.

Position ’I’

Steering unlocked. Radio/cassette/CDplayer can be operated.

Position ’II’

All instruments, warning lights and electrical circuits are operational.

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: The engine will not start unless ’P’ is

selected in the main gearbox and either High or Low range is selected in the transfer gearbox.

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