Rover FREELANDER 2001 Owner Manual

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FREELANDER

Owner’s Handbook

Publication Part No. LRL 0346ENG

Published by After Sales - Information Management

recording or other means without prior written permission from Land Rover Group Limited.

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

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Owner’s Handbook

This handbook covers all derivatives in the Freelander range available at the date of publication and, together with the other publications in the literature pack, provides all 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 following 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.

IMPORTANT

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

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 the negligence of the manufacturer or the dealer.

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Contents

Controls & Instruments

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

Locks & Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Taildoor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

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

Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Airbag SRS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Steering Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Warning Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Lights & Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Wipers & Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Targa Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Heating & Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Interior Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

Loadspace Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

In-Car Telephones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

In-Car Entertainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

Driving & Operating

Starting & Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

Fuel System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

Catalytic Converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79

Manual Gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81

Automatic Gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82

Hill Descent Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91

Traction Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94

Softback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95

Hardback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108

Roof Bars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111

Load Carrying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114

Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119

Owner Maintenance

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137

Bonnet Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141

Engine Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142

Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145

Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149

Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150

Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .151

Wiper Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153

Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156

Cleaning & Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . .159

Identification Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163

Parts & Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165

Emergency Information

Wheel Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .169

Emergency Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .174

Vehicle Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .176

Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .178

Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .182

Technical Data

Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .193

Off-Road Driving

Off-Road Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125

Driving Techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129

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Introduction

SYMBOLS USED

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

This warning symbol identifies

procedures that must be followed precisely, or information that must be considered with great care, in order to reduce the risk of personal injury or serious damage to the vehicle.

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

*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.

SERVICE PORTFOLIO

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

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

SECURITY CARD

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

• Key number: This is the number of the

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

• Locking wheel nut number: If your vehicle

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

• VIN (vehicle identification number): This

identity number is unique to your vehicle and is essential proof of its specification. The number can also be found in various locations around the vehicle (see‘VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER’, page 164).

• Radio security code number: This unique

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

Never leave the security card inside the

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

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Introduction

BEFORE YOU DRIVE

Your vehicle has a higher ground

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

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!

IN AN EMERGENCY

IMPORTANT

Remember the breakdown safety code

If a breakdown occurs while travelling:

• Wherever possible, consistent with

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

• Switch on hazard lights.

• If possible, position a warning triangle

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

• Consider evacuating passengers

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

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Controls & Instruments

Controls

FASCIA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND BINNACLE

SWITCHES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

CENTRE CONSOLE SWITCHES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Locks & Alarm

KEYS AND HANDSETS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

ALARM SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

LOCKING THE VEHICLE AND ARMING THE

ALARM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

CHILD-PROOF LOCKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

ENGINE IMMOBILISATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

DOOR LOCKING CUT-OFF SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . 17

REMOTE HANDSET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Taildoor

OPENING AND CLOSING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Seats

FRONT SEAT ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Seat Belts

SEAT BELT SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

SEAT BELTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

CARING FOR SEAT BELTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Child Restraints

CHILD SEATS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

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Airbag SRS

AIRBAG SRS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

HOW THE AIRBAG SRS WORKS. . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

SERVICE INFORMATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Steering Column

STEERING COLUMN ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . 31

Heating & Ventilation

VENTILATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

HEATER CONTROLS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

USING YOUR HEATER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

FACE LEVEL VENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

AIR CONDITIONING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

HEATED FRONT SEATS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Instruments

INSTRUMENT PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Warning Lights

INSTRUMENT PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Lights & Indicators

DIRECTION INDICATORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

LIGHTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

FOG LIGHTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Wipers & Washers

OPERATING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

WINDSCREEN WIPERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

WINDSCREEN WASHERS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

REAR SCREEN WIPER AND WASHER . . . . . . . . 43

Horn

HORN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Mirrors

EXTERIOR MIRRORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

INTERIOR MIRROR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

VANITY MIRROR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Windows

ELECTRIC WINDOW CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

ELECTRIC TAILDOOR GLASS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

REAR VENTILATOR WINDOWS

(3-door models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Interior Equipment

COURTESY & MAP READING LIGHTS

(5-door models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

COURTESY LIGHT (3-door models) . . . . . . . . . . 59

LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT LIGHT. . . . . . . . . . . 59

CLOCK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

GLOVEBOX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

DRIVER’S STORAGE AREA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

DRINKS STOWAGE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

SUN VISOR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

SUNGLASSES POCKET (3-door models) . . . . . . 62

ASHTRAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

CIGAR LIGHTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

AUXILIARY POWER SOCKET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Loadspace Cover

LOADSPACE COVER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

In-Car Telephones

IN-CAR TELEPHONES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

In-Car Entertainment

RADIO/CASSETTE PLAYER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

RADIO AERIAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Sunroof

ELECTRIC SUNROOF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Targa Roof

TARGA ROOF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

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Controls & Instrum ents

Controls

FASCIA

Controls

H3294

4567

911 1012

1. Clock/radio display

2. Audio system

3. Lighting and direction indicator controls

4. Instrument panel

5. Horn switches

8. Bonnet release

9. Starter switch

10. Steering column adjustment lever

11. Remote audio controls

12. Headlight adjustment control

6. Windscreen wiper/washer controls

7. Exterior mirror control

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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Controls

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND BINNACLE SWITCHES

X1000

RPM

MPH

8 91

H3295

1. Rear fog guard light switch

2. Fuel gauge

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

3. Tachometer

Indicates engine speed in revolutions per minute (x 1000).

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

4. Speedometer

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

5. Digital display

Displays total distance travelled (odometer), individual trip distance and gear selector position (automatic transmission only).

6. Trip recorder reset/mode button

Press to alternate between total distance and trip recorders. Press and hold when in trip recorder mode to reset the display to zero.

7. Coolant temperature gauge

Under normal operating conditions the

6543 72

pointer will rise to the mid-point of the gauge.

8. Rear screen wash/wipe switch

9. Rear screen wiper switch

NOTE: This is a brief overview of the instrument panel, for a more detailed description of each

instrument please refer to the ‘Instruments’ section.

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CENTRE CONSOLE SWITCHES

1 32 4

Controls

H3296

1. Rear screen demister

2. Hazard warning lights

3. Recirculated air supply

4. Air conditioning*

5. Electric windows

6. Rear window isolation

7. Central door locking

8. Hill Descent Control

9. Electric taildoor glass

Automatic model illustrated

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Locks & Alarm

KEYS AND HANDSETS

H3519

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

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

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 only be ordered from a Land Rover dealer.

NOTE: Land Rover dealers 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.

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 handset -

(recommended high security method).

• ‘Superlocking’ using the key.

• Locking using the key.

IMPORTANT

• If passengers or animals are to be left

inside, DO NOT lock the vehicle using the handset - movement inside the vehicle may activate interior space

protection sound.

• FOR MAXIMUM SECURITY ALWAYS

SUPERLOCK THE VEHICLE USING THE REMOTE HANDSET

*, causing the alarm to

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

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.

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Locks & Alarm

Using the remote handset

H3297

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

Locking

With the remote handset: Press the lock (padlock symbol) button once. Each time the vehicle is locked using the handset, 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 lights flash three times to confirm that the vehicle is secure and the anti-theft alarm indicator light (in the instrument panel) will start to flash rapidly.

Once armed, the alarm will sound if any door is opened, or if the soft-back is raised or hard-back removed or if (after a checking period of 15 seconds) any movement is detected inside the passenger compartment (see ‘Interior space protection*’, page 16).

With the key:

Insert the key and turn the door lock 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 light (in the instrument panel) will start to flash rapidly.

NOTE: The engine will automatically be immobilised 3 seconds after the starter switch is turned off, and immediately when the starter key is removed from the switch.

* is not

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Locks & Alarm

Superlocking

Provided all the doors are fully closed, the Superlocking feature is activated automatically whenever the vehicle is locked using the remote handset. 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.

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 48).

* will

Anti-theft alarm indicator light

H3298

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

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

Unlocking

With the remote handset:

If your vehicle is fitted with the Single Point Entry security feature, and was locked with the handset, the handset unlocks the vehicle in two stages:

• Press the unlock (Land Rover) button once

to disarm the alarm and unlock the driver’s door only (see ‘Single point entry’, page 15).

• Press the unlock button twice to disarm the

alarm and unlock ALL the doors.

If your vehicle is not fitted with Single Point Entry, all the doors will unlock at the first press.

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

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Locks & Alarm

With the key:

Turn the key towards the front of the vehicle. If the alarm is armed, the driver’s door will disarm and interior space protection de-activated. However, to disarm the alarm completely, the handset must be used and 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 handset 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 handset 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.

* will be

Interior locking switch

H3334

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

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

Door handles and door sill locking buttons

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

Use the door handles to unlock, as follows:

• First operation of the door handle unlocks

the door.

• Second operation of the door handle opens

the door.

NOTE: The door handles will not open the doors if the vehicle has been superlocked (see ‘Superlocking’, page 14)

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Locks & Alarm

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 air movement is detected in the passenger compartment.

Using the handset:

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

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

Never activate interior space protection

if windows or sunroof are to be left open, or if passengers or animals are to be left inside the vehicle - any movement will activate the alarm.

CHILD-PROOF LOCKS

H3299

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 while the vehicle is moving.

NEVER leave children unsupervised in the vehicle.

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Locks & Alarm

ENGINE IMMOBILISATION

Engine immobilisation is an important aspect of the security system and is designed to safeguard the vehicle from theft, should the driver forget to lock the doors. Engine immobilisation prevents the engine from being started unless a valid key is inserted into the starter switch, and occurs automatically whenever any of the following conditions occur.

• Three seconds after the starter switch has

been turned off.

• As soon as the key is removed from the

starter switch.

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

DO NOT keep more than one starter key

on the same key ring. If keys are close to each other, the engine will not re-mobilise automatically.

DOOR LOCKING CUT-OFF SWITCH

H3300

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

When the switch operates, central door locking is inhibited until the system is reset by pressing the rubber top (arrowed in illustration). On petrol models, this will also reset the fuel system (see ‘FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH’, page 78).

Always check for fuel leaks before resetting the switch!

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Locks & Alarm

REMOTE HANDSET

The handset contains delicate

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

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 light 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 STC 4080 or a Panasonic CR2032 replacement battery (available from a Land Rover dealer).

Battery replacement

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 handset).

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 handset firmly

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

6. Resynchronise the handset.

The handset is now ready for use.

Handset resynchronisation

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

To resynchronise the handset, operate either button of the handset at least five times in quick succession (in close proximity to the vehicle).

3518

1. Carefully prise the handset 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 handset.

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Taildoor

OPENING AND CLOSING

H2317

Opening the taildoor

When the release catch is pulled (as shown in illustration), the taildoor lock is released in two phases:

1. the taildoor glass drops clear of its

retaining channel.

2. the electronic door latch is released and

the door can be opened.

Initially, the door opens approximately half way until resistance is felt; this prevents the door swinging fully open and possibly hitting an obstruction, yet still enables access in a situation where there is not enough room to open the door fully. Push, against resistance, to open the door fully.

Closing

When closing the taildoor, push on the handle - NOT on the taildoor glass.

Load carrying

Long loads should be carried on the roof rack. If it is necessary to carry a load that protrudes through the taildoor window aperture, the weight of the load must NOT rest on the glass. Damage to the glass or mechanism may occur (see also ‘Accommodating long loads’, page 115).

NOTE: The taildoor latch will not operate if the glass is frozen to the door seals, as the glass needs to drop slightly before the door can be opened. Defrost the glass with warm water first.

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Seats

FRONT SEAT ADJUSTMENT

To avoid the risk of loss of control and

personal injury, DO NOT adjust the driver’s seat while the vehicle is in motion.

DO NOT travel with the seat backs

reclined steeply rearwards. Optimum benefit is obtained from the seat belt, with the backrest angle set to 25 degrees from the upright (vertical).

Head restraint adjustment

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

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 right hand mounting clockwise.

DO NOT drive with the head restraints

removed from occupied seats.

H3301

Forward/backward adjustment

Lift the lever (1) and slide the seat into position. Make sure 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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Seats

Rear seat access lever (3-door models)

H3302

Lift the lever upwards to fold the backrest forwards.

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 24).

Ensure the backrest is secure before driving.

Rear seats

For information on folding the rear seats, refer to ‘FOLDING THE REAR SEATS’, page 115.

Heated front seats

For information on the operation of the front seat heaters, refer to ‘HEATED FRONT SEATS*’, page 58.

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Seat Belts

SEAT BELT SAFETY

The seat belts fitted to your vehicle are intended for use by adult sized occupants. Each belt should be used by one occupant only.

Observe the following precautions:

• 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. DO NOT slacken the webbing by holding the belt away from the body - to be fully effective, the seat belt must remain in full contact with the body at all times.

• ALWAYS fit the lap strap as low on the hips

as possible (never across the abdomen), and ensure that the diagonal belt passes across the shoulder without slipping off or pressing on the neck.

• DO NOT wear seat belts over hard, sharp or

fragile items in clothing, such as pens, keys, spectacles etc.

• Always replace a seat belt assembly that has

withstood the strain of a severe vehicle impact, or if the webbing shows signs of fraying.

• Where possible use the seat belts to secure

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

• DO NOT use a seat belt that is twisted or

obstructed in any way that could impede its smooth operation.

• 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 approximately 25 degrees from the upright (vertical) position.

• DO NOT allow foreign matter (particularly

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

• In most countries, all occupants are

required by law to wear a seat belt, unless they have been issued with a medical exemption certificate.

• 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.

The airbag supplementary 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!

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.

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Seat Belts

SEAT BELTS

To minimise injury in the event of an accident, it is important that seat belts are worn correctly. Read the instructions below and the advice contained under the heading ‘SEAT BELT SAFETY’, page 22.

Fastening the seat belts

H3303

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.

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.

* tongue plate

Front seat belt upper anchorage adjustment (5 door models)

H2344A

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.

Releasing the belt

Press the RED button on the seat belt buckle.

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Seat Belts

Seat belt presenter (3-door models)

H3304

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

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 28). 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 light on the instrument panel 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 NOT be activated by rear, side or minor frontal impacts.

IMPORTANT

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 frontal 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.

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Seat Belts

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 162).

Testing inertia reel belts

• With the seat belt fastened, give the

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

• 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.

• 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.

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 SEATS

The seat belts fitted to your vehicle are designed for adults and larger children. For their safety, it is very important that all infants and young children are restrained in a suitable child safety seat appropriate to their age and size. Safety seats approved for use in your vehicle are available from your Land Rover dealer.

Only fit a child seat that has been approved for use in your vehicle, and ensure the manufacturer’s fitting instructions are followed exactly.

Do not attempt to fit a child seat in the central rear position on 3-door vehicles

fitted with only four seats.

Vehicles fitted with a passenger airbag

For optimum safety, children should travel in the rear of the vehicle at all times. However, if a passenger airbag is fitted and it is essential that a child travels in the front, set the 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 to the child!

DO NOT install a rearward facing child

seat in a passenger seat equipped with an airbag system. Failure to follow this advice could result in serious injury, or even death for the child in the event of an airbag deployment.

The above symbol affixed to the passenger side fascia panel of your vehicle, warns against the use of a REAR FACING child seat in the front passenger seat, when a passenger airbag is fitted.

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Airbag SRS

H3305

Airbag SRS

AIRBAG SRS

The airbag supplementary restraint system (SRS) provides additional

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

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, where fitted, in the fascia 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.

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.

DO NOT attach or position items on or to

an airbag cover (steering wheel centre pad or fascia 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.

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Airbag SRS

Seating positions

In order to provide optimum protection in the event of a severe 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.

To minimise 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 collision, the airbag control unit monitors the rate of deceleration or acceleration induced by the collision, to determine whether 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 acceleration or 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.

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

H3307

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.

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.

Airbag SRS warning light

A warning light mounted on the instrument panel will alert you to

any malfunction of the airbag SRS. The light illuminates as a bulb and system check when the starter switch 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 occur:

• The warning light fails to illuminate when

the starter switch is turned to position ‘II’.

• The warning light fails to extinguish within

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

• The warning light 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.

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

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Airbag SRS

SERVICE INFORMATION

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.

After ten years from the original date of registration (or the installation date of a replacement airbag SRS), some components will need to be replaced by a Land Rover dealer (see the ‘airbag module replacement date’ shown on page 2 of the Service Portfolio book), who should stamp and sign the appropriate page once the work is completed.

In addition, ALWAYS contact your dealer 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 fascia 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 to carry out any of the following:

• Removal or repair of any wiring or

component in the vicinity of any of the SRS components (yellow wiring harness), including the steering wheel, steering column, instrument and fascia 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. In addition, make sure the new owner is aware of the airbag module replacement date shown on page 2 of the Service Portfolio book.

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

H2300

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 the instrument panel is clearly visible.

3. When adjustment is complete, pull the

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

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

Instruments

X1000

RPM

MPH

H3369

Petrol model illustrated

1. Fuel gauge

The pointer indicates the fuel level when the starter switch is turned to position ‘II’. After refuelling, the pointer slowly 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.

Never allow the vehicle to run out of fuel

- the resultant misfire could damage the

catalytic converter. 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.

2. 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.

54321

3. Speedometer

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

4.Trip recorder reset button

Whenever the starter switch is turned on, the display shows the odometer reading. By pressing the trip recorder reset button briefly, the display will change to show the trip recorder reading (a further press of the button returns the display to the odometer reading).

With the trip recorder displayed, press and hold the reset button for 2 seconds to reset the display to zero.

5. 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 mark, the coolant is too hot and severe engine damage could result; stop the vehicle as soon as safety permits and seek qualified assistance.

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Instruments

6. Digital display

H3370

The panel displays the following:

• Odometer reading (shows the total distance

travelled by the vehicle). The word ‘ODO’ is also displayed.

• Trip recorder (for recording individual

journey distances). The word ‘TRIP’ is also displayed.

• 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.

For further information concerning the automatic transmission, see ‘‘STEPTRONIC

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION’, page 82’.

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Warning Lights

INSTRUMENT PANEL

H3372

Warning Lights

X1000

RPM

MPH

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

Direction indicators - GREEN

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

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

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

Headlight main beam - BLUE

Illuminates when the headlights are

switched to main beam.

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.

Engine malfunction indicator - AMBER (Petrol models)

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

position ‘II’ and extinguishes when the engine is started. If the light illuminates while the engine is running, this indicates the detection of an emissions fault by the engine management system.

If the light illuminates and the vehicle drives normally:

• Contact a dealer to arrange a service

appointment at your earliest convenience you may still drive the vehicle.

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

• Avoid high speeds and seek immediate

assistance from your dealer.

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Warning Lights

Handbrake & brake system - RED

The light illuminates when the handbrake is applied and

extinguishes when it is fully released. If the light illuminates while the handbrake is released, a fault with the braking system is indicated, check the brake fluid level (see ‘BRAKE FLUID’, page 149). If the light continues to illuminate, seek qualified assistance urgently.

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 light illuminated.

Hazard warning lights - RED

Illuminates in conjunction with the

direction indicator warning lights,

when the hazard warning lights are operating.

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 light illuminates for a minimum of 2 seconds, whenever traction control is operating.

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

ABS - AMBER

Illuminates for approximately 1 second as a bulb and system check

when the starter switch is turned to position ‘II’, and briefly extinguishes before coming on again. If the light does not extinguish and then come on again, then a fault has occurred with the ABS system and you should consult your Land Rover dealer at the earliest opportunity. The warning light will remain on until the vehicle is driven above approximately 5 mph (7 km/h).

If the light 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 consult your dealer at the earliest opportunity.

Hill descent control (HDC) ‘failure’ - AMBER

The light illuminates briefly as a

bulb check when the starter switch

is turned to position ‘II’. The light 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 87).

If the light illuminates at any other time, a fault in the system is indicated. If this occurs, deselect HDC and consult your Land Rover dealer.

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Warning Lights

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 light will illuminate continuously.

When HDC is selected and a non-operating gear is engaged, the light will flash to inform the driver that HDC is selected, but not operating (see also ‘HDC fade-out’, page 87).

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 light 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

position ‘II’ as a reminder to the driver to ensure that all occupied seat belts are securely fastened.

Airbag SRS - RED

seconds. If the light illuminates at any other time, seek qualified assistance urgently.

The light illuminates for

approximately five seconds when

the starter switch is turned to

The light illuminates when the

starter switch is turned to position

‘II’ and extinguishes after about five

Overspeed - RED

approximately 2 seconds. The light 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 (Diesel models)

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 light 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)

extinguish before starting

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 light 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 light to

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Warning Lights

Trailer direction indicators - GREEN

Illuminates 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.

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

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

Rear fog guard light - AMBER

Illuminates when the rear fog guard

lights are switched on.

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Lights & Indicators

DIRECTION INDICATORS

H3340

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

LIGHTS

H3341

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

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

Side, tail and instrument panel lights

Turn lighting switch to position 1.

Headlights

Turn lighting switch to position 2.

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Lights & Indicators

Headlight main and dipped beams

H3342

Pull the lever fully towards the steering wheel to change headlight beams (BLUE warning light glows when the headlights are on main beam).

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

Headlight levelling

H3373

The angle of the headlight beams is affected by the distribution of weight inside the vehicle. The headlights 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 headlight beams in relation to the vehicle loadings identified below.

Loading Condition

0 Driver, or driver and front passenger

only.

1 All seats occupied 2 Driver only plus an evenly distributed

load in the loadspace within the limits of the max. permissible axle weight and max. permissible vehicle weight.

3 Off-road use only.

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Lights & Indicators

FOG LIGHTS

H3343

Rear fog guard lights

Press to operate, press a second time to switch off (the warning light

in the instrument panel illuminates when the fog guard lights are switched on). The rear fog guard lights operate ONLY when the starter switch is turned to position ‘II’ and the headlights are switched on. Switching off the headlights, or turning the starter switch to position ‘0’, will automatically extinguish the rear fog guard lights.

HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS

H3344

Press to operate; all the direction indicator lights (including those

fitted to a trailer) will flash 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.

Fog lights should ONLY be used when

visibility is severely restricted - other road users could be dazzled in clear conditions.

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Wipers & Washers

OPERATING

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

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.

WINDSCREEN WIPERS

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.

H3345

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 & Washers

Single wipe

H3520

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 WASHERS

H3347

Pull the lever toward the steering wheel. The 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.

H3346

Rotate the switch to vary the delay between wipes.

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Wipers & Washers

REAR SCREEN WIPER AND WASHER

Rear window wash/wipe

H3367

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.

Rear screen wiper

H3348

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 either continuously or intermittently, in tandem with the front wipers.

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

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Horn

HORN

H3349

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

Horn

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Mirrors

EXTERIOR MIRRORS

NOTE: Objects viewed in exterior mirrors may appear further away than they actually are.

Adjustment

H3308

• Turn the control to the ‘L’ or ‘R’ position to

select either the left or right hand mirror.

• 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.

• 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’.

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.

H3493

Electric operation:

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

1. Ensure the mirror control is turned to the

centre position.

2. With the starter switch turned to position

‘II’, 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.

If one mirror is accidentally knocked out of position, an additional operation of the switch will re-synchronise them.

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Mirrors

INTERIOR MIRROR

H2319

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!

VANITY MIRROR

H3335

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

Accidental closing of an electrically

operated window on fingers, hands or on any other vulnerable parts of the body can result in serious injury!

H3310

The switches on the centre console operate the windows as follows:

1. Right hand front window.

2. Left hand front window.

3. Left hand rear window.

4. Right hand rear window.*

5. Inhibitor switch for rear door window

switches.

Window operation

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 the driver’s door is not 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.

ENSURE children are kept clear when raising or lowering windows.

NOTE: ENSURE that all adult passengers are

familiar with the controls and the potential dangers of electrically operated windows.

Rear window inhibit switch

Press once to inhibit the rear window switches (indicator light in the switch illuminates); press a second time to restore independent control.

‘One touch’ down (Driver's door only)

By briefly pressing (and then releasing) the bottom half of the 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.

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

ALWAYS inhibit the rear window

switches when carrying children.

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Windows

ELECTRIC TAILDOOR GLASS

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 115). 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.

Raising and lowering

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.

H3521

From outside the vehicle:

Press and hold the UNLOCK button on the remote handset (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 again.

H3374

From inside the vehicle:

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

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.

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

Remember to relock the vehicle (if required).

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Windows

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.

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)

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.

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Sunroof

ELECTRIC SUNROOF*

H3312

The sunroof can be operated when the starter switch is turned to position ‘II’.

The roof opens in two separate phases as follows:

• 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.

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.

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 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.

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Targa Roof

TARGA ROOF

H3313

The targa roof is made up of twin glass or composite panels set into the roof. Either or both of which 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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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Targa Roof

Refitting a panel

H3315

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

Removing the ‘T-bar’

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 51)

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 & Ventilation

VENTILATION

Heating & Ventilation

H2378A

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/pollen 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 12,000 miles (20,000 km), at the time of a main service.

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Heating & Ventilation

HEATER CONTROLS

654

H3317

1. Rear screen demister

Press to operate; the indicator light in the switch illuminates whenever the demister is on and extinguishes when the demister is turned off.

NOTE: The rear screen demister will operate only with the taildoor fully closed and when the engine is running and will switch off automatically after approximately 8 minutes.

DO NOT stick labels over the heating

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

2. Air recirculation button

Press to recirculate air inside the vehicle (indicator light 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.

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

switch off air recirculation immediately.

3. Air conditioning button

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

4. 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.

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 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 (recommended for clearing mild windscreen misting)

All air to windscreen (recommended for clearing heavy windscreen misting)

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Heating & Ventilation

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

H3319

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

Opening a window may improve ventilation.

Defrosting

H3318

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.

H3320

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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Heating & Ventilation

Maximum ventilation

H3321

Set the controls as shown, with the face level vents open.

Adjust the blower speed as required.

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 115 for advice).

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Heating & Ventilation

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. For the air conditioning system to operate efficiently, all windows (and the sunroof/Targa roof) 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, turn the air distribution switch to foot and windscreen vents and adjust the blower and air temperature controls as required.

NOTE: The air conditioner will only operate when the blower is switched on.

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 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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Heating & Ventilation

HEATED FRONT SEATS*

H3494

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 light in the switch illuminates). Press a second time to switch off.

The seat heaters are thermostatically controlled and operate intermittently to achieve and then maintain a predetermined temperature between 79° F and 97° F (26° C and 36° C).

NOTE: The seat heaters consume considerable power from the battery. For this reason, they should only be operated with the engine running.

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Interior Equipment

COURTESY & MAP READING LIGHTS (5-door models)

H2352A

Front courtesy and map reading lights

H2593

Rear courtesy light

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

The front and rear lights 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 lights in order to prevent the battery from discharging.

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

The courtesy lights will extinguish when the vehicle is locked.

COURTESY LIGHT (3-door models)

3322

Switch positions:

• ‘OFF’ - Light permanently off.

• ‘ON’ - Light illuminates continuously.

With the switch in the centre position, the interior light illuminates automatically whenever the vehicle is unlocked or when a door or taildoor is opened. The light 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 lights in order to prevent the battery from discharging.

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

The courtesy lights will extinguish when the vehicle is locked.

LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT LIGHT

Illuminates automatically when the taildoor is opened.

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Interior Equipment

CLOCK

H3323

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

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.

On some models, the clock also displays information about the operation of the audio unit fitted to your vehicle (see the separate ‘In-car entertainment’ book).

GLOVEBOX

DO NOT drive with the glovebox open.

An open glovebox could cause injury to the front seat passenger in the event of a collision.

H2343

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

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

Glovebox light

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

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Interior Equipment

DRIVER’S STORAGE AREA

DO NOT drive with the storage area open. The storage area lid could cause

serious injury in the event of a collision.

H3324

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.

DRINKS STOWAGE

H3325

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.

Do not use the strap to store hot drinks.

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

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Interior Equipment

SUN VISOR

H2336A

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.

SUNGLASSES POCKET (3-door models)

ASHTRAY

DO NOT use the ashtray for disposing of

waste paper or other combustible items.

H3336

Front ashtray illustrated

Push to access the front or rear ashtray. 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.

H3326

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.

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

CIGAR LIGHTER

H3337

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.

• DO NOT plug accessories into the cigar

lighter socket unless they are approved for that purpose by Land Rover.

AUXILIARY POWER SOCKET

H3327

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.

NEVER plug non-approved accessories into the power socket - damage to the

vehicle’s electrical systems could occur.

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Loadspace Cover

LOADSPACE COVER

H3328

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.

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 minimise 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.

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

Refrain from operating a telephone fitted with its own aerial inside the

vehicle.

Your vehicle utilises a number of electronic systems designed to provide you with maximum comfort, safety and economy. These systems may be affected by the use of mobile communication equipment inside the vehicle. However, the use of an external aerial will greatly reduce the likelihood of this occurrence.

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.

• Refrain from operating a mobile phone fitted

with its own aerial inside the vehicle - the electromagnetic field radiated by the phone may interfere with the vehicle’s electrical systems.

For your safety

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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In-Car Entertainment

RADIO/CASSETTE PLAYER

NOTE: Full operating instructions for any audio equipment fitted as standard to your vehicle, are contained in the ‘In-car Entertainment’ book in the literature pack.

Radio display

The digital display is housed in a separate unit, remote from the audio unit, sharing dual functionality with the digital clock.

REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS

CD autochanger

The CD autochanger is located under the front passenger seat. Full operating instructions are contained in the ‘In-car Entertainment’ book in the car literature pack.

RADIO AERIAL

H2330

Your vehicle is equipped with a detachable mast aerial, mounted on the roof.

NOTE: ALWAYS unscrew and remove the aerial before entering an automatic car wash.

Aerial height

Always check the available headroom and, if necessary, adjust the angle of the aerial (see illustration) before entering or leaving a garage or car park with insufficient headroom.

H3329

Volume control

Lift or press down to increase or decrease volume.

Mode select control

Press to change to tape or compact disc play, or to return to radio tuner mode. The mode change will only be effected if a tape or disc has been loaded.

Search control

Lift or press down to change to the next or previous radio station on the selected waveband.

During tape or CD play, lift the control to move forward to the next track, or press down to return to the start of the current track. Operate the control repeatedly to move forward or back through several tracks at a time.

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Driving & Operating

Starting & Driving

STEERING COLUMN LOCK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

STARTER SWITCH. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

STARTING - Petrol models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

STARTING - Diesel models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

DRIVING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

FUEL ECONOMY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Fuel System

TYPE OF FUEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

SAFETY ON THE FORECOURT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

FUEL FILLER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

FUEL FILLING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

EMPTY FUEL TANK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Catalytic Converter

CATALYTIC CONVERTER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Manual Gearbox

GEAR LEVER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Automatic Gearbox

STEPTRONIC AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . . . . 82

GEAR SELECTOR LEVER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

USING AN AUTOMATIC GEARBOX . . . . . . . . . . . 84

AUTOMATICALLY SELECTED MODES . . . . . . . . . 85

Hill Descent Control

HILL DESCENT CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

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Cruise Control

CRUISE CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Brakes

FOOT BRAKE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

HANDBRAKE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Traction Control

ELECTRONIC TRACTION CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . 94

Softback

FOLDING AND UNFOLDING THE SOFTBACK . . . 95

REMOVING AND FITTING THE SOFTBACK . . . . 103

Hardback

REMOVING AND FITTING THE HARDBACK . . . 108

Roof Bars

REMOVING AND FITTING THE ROOF BARS . . . 111

Load Carrying

LOADSPACE STOWAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

LUGGAGE ANCHOR POINTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

LOCKABLE STOWAGE BOX. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

FOLDING THE REAR SEATS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

VEHICLE WEIGHT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

ROOF RACK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

Towing

TOW BARS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

TOWING A TRAILER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

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Starting & Driving

Driving & Operating

Starting & Driving

STEERING COLUMN LOCK

H3522

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.

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.

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:

Position ‘0’

• Steering locked (if key is removed).

• Most lighting circuits are operational,

including: sidelights, headlights and hazard warning lights.

Position ‘I’

• Steering unlocked.

• Clock, radio/cassette player and cigar lighter

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

NOTE: Immediately after the engine is started, a short, low pitched ‘buzz’ may be heard; this is the ABS system priming and is no cause for concern.

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Starting & Driving

STARTING - Petrol models

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 79.

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 indicator warning lights 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:

• 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.

• 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.

• DO NOT pump the accelerator pedal during

starting.

NOTE: If starting the vehicle in cold weather at high altitude (above 8,000 ft or 2,400 m), adopt the above procedure as normal practice.

Cold climates

In very cold climates the oil pressure warning light may take several seconds to extinguish. Similarly, engine cranking times will also increase; at -22°F (-30°C) 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.

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.

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Starting & Driving

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, unless the brake pedal is applied.

STARTING - Diesel models

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 79.

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 light extinguishes.

NOTE: The waiting time will vary according to the engine coolant temperature (when the engine is hot, the glow plug warning light 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.

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Starting & Driving

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 lights should extinguish as soon as the engine is running.

Precautions

• The diesel engine must not be run above

idle speed until the oil pressure warning light extinguishes. This will ensure that the engine and turbo-charger bearings are properly lubricated before being run at speed.

• Similarly, ALWAYS allow the engine to

idle for 10 seconds before switching off.

Cold climates

Automatic gearbox vehicles

NOTE: The selector lever cannot be moved from

‘P’ to a drive position, unless the brake pedal is applied.

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.

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Starting & Driving

DRIVING

Instruments and warning lights

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

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

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.

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 600 miles (1000 km), it is essential to drive with consideration for the running-in process and heed the following advice:

• LIMIT maximum road speed to 70 mph

(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.

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Starting & Driving

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.

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM

Exhaust fumes contain poisonous substances which can cause

unconsciousness and may even be fatal.

• DO NOT inhale exhaust gases.

• DO NOT start or leave the engine running

in an enclosed unventilated area, or drive with the taildoor open.

• DO NOT modify the exhaust system from

the original design.

• ALWAYS repair exhaust system leaks

immediately.

• 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 are properly equipped to perform repairs and to maintain the emission control system on your Freelander.

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Fuel System

TYPE OF FUEL

Petrol models

Fuel specification:

95 RON UNLEADED to EN228

The RON value (octane rating) and type of petroleum (unleaded or leaded), available at garage forecourts will vary in different parts of the world.

For example, in most European countries 95 RON unleaded fuel is readily available, but in some parts of the world fuel supplies may be limited to leaded or lower octane fuels only.

During manufacture, engines are tuned to suit the fuel supplies commonly available in the market for which the vehicle is destined. However, if a vehicle is later exported to a different country, or is used to travel between different territories, the owner should be aware that the available fuel supplies may not be compatible with the engine specification. If in doubt, consult a dealer for advice.

IN AN EMERGENCY (and only if the correct fuel is unavailable), lower octane rated fuel can be used for very limited periods of moderate, or low speed motoring, provided engine ‘knocking’ does not occur.

NOTE: An occasional, light, engine knock while accelerating or climbing hills is acceptable.

Diesel models

Fuel specification:

Use diesel or automotive gas oil (AGO) to EN 590.

ONLY use diesel fuel. DO NOT use other

fuels (kerosene, petrol or alcohol, for example) as damage to engine components will occur.

NOTE: On diesel models, the word ‘Diesel’ is

printed on the fuel gauge.

The quality of diesel fuel (Derv) can vary in different countries and only clean, good quality fuel should be used. It is important that the sulphur content of diesel fuel does not exceed

0.3%. In Europe all supplies should be within this limit, but in other parts of the world, you should check with your supplier.

Ensure that the fuel filter element is changed at the recommended service intervals.

NOTE: If loss of engine performance due to the use of low quality fuel is experienced, consult your dealer.

If the fuel tank is accidentally filled with

petrol it is ESSENTIAL that you contact your dealer BEFORE attempting to start the engine - DO NOT drive the vehicle, as serious engine damage could occur!

On vehicles fitted with a catalytic converter, serious damage to the

catalyst will occur if LEADED fuel is used!

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Fuel System

SAFETY ON THE FORECOURT

Petroleum gases are highly inflammable and, in confined spaces,

are also extremely explosive.

Always take sensible precautions when refuelling:

• Switch off the engine.

• Do not smoke or use a naked flame or light.

• Take care not to spill fuel.

• Do not overfill the tank.

FUEL FILLER

Use only the recommended fuel! Serious damage to the catalytic

converter will occur if the wrong fuel is used.

H3376

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.

FUEL FILLING

DO NOT attempt to fill the tank to its

maximum capacity. If the vehicle is to be parked on a slope, in direct sunlight, or high ambient temperature, expansion of the fuel could cause spillage.

Filling station pumps are equipped with automatic cut-off sensing to avoid fuel spillage. Fill the tank SLOWLY until the filler nozzle automatically cuts-off the supply. DO NOT attempt to fill the tank beyond this point or spillage could result due to expansion of the fuel.

Petrol models

On vehicles designed to use unleaded fuel, the fuel filler neck will accept ONLY a narrow filler nozzle of the type found on pumps that deliver UNLEADED fuel. A flap lies across the filler neck; insert the nozzle sufficiently to fully open the flap before filling. On vehicles designed for markets where only LEADED fuel is available, the fuel filler neck will be wide enough to accommodate a leaded fuel filler nozzle.

Diesel models

The diesel pumps on garage forecourts fill at a maximum of 45 litres (10 gallons) per minute. Use of commercial vehicle diesel pumps with a higher fill rate, may result in premature pump cut-off and fuel spillage.

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

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Fuel System

Filling difficulties

H3377

The fuel delivery rate of filling station pumps can vary significantly from one garage forecourt to another. This, coupled with the fact that modern pumps are equipped with a sensor which automatically cuts off the supply as soon as turbulence is detected in the upper part of the vehicle’s filler neck, could result in isolated fuel filling problems.

If individual owners experience difficulty, the operating tips below may be useful:

• Fully insert the filler gun, then withdraw the

gun up to the first ridge on the underside of the nozzle.

• Hold the filler gun with the trigger directly

below the nozzle. Twisting the gun to either side is unlikely to ease the filling process.

• Fill the tank slowly - DO NOT fully squeeze

the trigger.

EMPTY FUEL TANK

NEVER allow the vehicle to run out of fuel - the resultant misfire may destroy the catalytic converter.

Petrol models

In the event of a fuel tank running dry, contact your Land Rover dealer before attempting to start the engine.

Diesel models

The fuel system will prime automatically and the engine can be started.

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Fuel System

FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH

H3300

The fuel cut-off switch is a safety device which, in the event of a collision or sudden impact, automatically cuts off the fuel supply to the engine.

The switch is located on the left hand side of the engine compartment, mounted on the suspension turret. After the switch has been activated, it must be reset by pressing the rubber top (arrowed in illustration) before the engine can be restarted.

See also ‘DOOR LOCKING CUT-OFF SWITCH’, page 17.

ALWAYS check for fuel leaks before resetting the switch!

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Catalytic Converter

CATALYTIC CONVERTER

H3378

The exhaust system on your vehicle incorporates a catalytic converter, which converts poisonous exhaust emissions from the engine into environmentally less harmful gases.

Catalytic converters can be easily

damaged through improper use, particularly if the wrong fuel is used, or if an engine misfire occurs. For this reason it is VERY IMPORTANT that you heed the precautions which follow.

Starting the engine

• DO NOT continue to operate the starter after

a few failed attempts (unburnt fuel may be drawn into the exhaust system, thereby poisoning the catalyst), and do not attempt to clear a misfire by pressing the accelerator pedal - seek qualified assistance.

• When starting a COLD engine, DO NOT drive

if a misfire is suspected and do not attempt to clear a misfire by pressing the accelerator

- seek qualified assistance.

• Do not attempt to push or tow-start the

vehicle.

Fuel

ONLY use fuel recommended for your vehicle, see ‘TYPE OF FUEL’, page 75.

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Catalytic Converter

Driving

• If a misfire is suspected, or the vehicle lacks

power while driving, then provided the engine has reached its normal operating temperature, you may drive SLOWLY (at risk of catalyst damage) to a Land Rover dealer for assistance.

• NEVER allow the vehicle to run out of fuel

(the resultant misfire could damage the catalyst).

• Consult your dealer if your vehicle is

burning excessive oil (blue smoke from the exhaust), as this will progressively reduce catalyst efficiency.

• On rough terrain do not allow the underside

of the vehicle to be subjected to heavy impacts which could damage the catalytic converter.

• DO NOT overload or excessively ‘rev’ the

engine.

• DO NOT switch off the engine when the

vehicle is in motion with a drive gear selected.

Exhaust system temperatures can be

extremely high - DO NOT park on ground where combustible materials such as dry grass or leaves could come into contact with the exhaust system - in dry weather a fire could result.

Vehicle maintenance

• Any engine misfire, loss of engine

performance or engine run-on, could seriously damage the catalytic converter. For this reason, it is vital that unqualified persons do not tamper with the engine, and that regular systematic maintenance is carried out by a Land Rover dealer.

• Petrol models - DO NOT run the engine with

a spark plug or HT lead removed, or use any device that requires an insert into a spark plug.

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Manual Gearbox

GEAR LEVER

H3528

The gear positions are shown on the gear lever knob. Note that when the gearbox is in neutral, the gear lever is spring-loaded to lie naturally between third and fourth gear positions.

Selecting reverse

Before selecting reverse gear, ensure the vehicle is stationary; then, fully depress the clutch pedal and pause briefly before moving the gear lever into position.

Precautions while driving

• DO NOT rest your hand on the gear lever

while driving - pressure from your hand may cause premature wear to the gear selector mechanism.

• DO NOT use the clutch pedal as a foot rest.

To prevent unnecessary wear, always keep the left foot clear of the clutch pedal except when changing gear.

• DO NOT hold the vehicle stationary on a hill

by slipping the clutch. This will wear out the clutch. Always use the handbrake.

Do not select reverse gear unless the vehicle is stationary.

Hill descent control

Hill descent control can only be activated when the vehicle is in 1st or reverse gear.

For further information, see ‘HILL DESCENT CONTROL’, page 86.

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Automatic Gearbox

STEPTRONIC AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

H3379

The steptronic transmission provides both automatic and manual operation of the gears.

Automatic operation

The transmission is naturally in automatic mode. With the engine started, gear selection can be made by moving the selector backward or forward to the appropriate position in a similar manner to other automatic gearboxes.

GEAR SELECTOR LEVER

Selector release button

The gearbox is fitted with a locking mechanism, designed to minimise the risk of accidental selection of the ‘P’ (Park) and ‘R’ (Reverse) positions.

The selector release button (arrowed in illustration) must be pressed while selecting ‘P’ and ‘R’, and also to enable the lever to be moved out of the ‘P’ and ‘R’ positions.

The selector release button must also be pressed when selecting ‘2’, and when selecting ‘N’ from ‘D’.

NOTE: The selector lever cannot be moved from

‘P’ into a drive position, unless the starter switch is in position ‘II’ and the foot brake is applied.

DO NOT select ‘P’ or ‘R’ if the vehicle is moving.

DO NOT select a forward drive gear when the vehicle is moving backwards.

To prevent transmission wear, keep engine speed as low as possible when moving the selector between ‘R’ and a forward gear.

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Automatic Gearbox

Selector lever positions

An indicator light on the selector panel and a number or letter on the digital display in the instrument panel, identify the selected gear position.

‘P’ - Park:

This position mechanically locks the transmission and should be selected before switching the engine off. To avoid transmission damage, ensure the vehicle is completely stationary, with the handbrake applied, before selecting ‘P’.

The selector release button MUST be pressed, in order to move the selector lever into, or out of, the Park position.

‘R’ - Reverse:

Before selecting reverse, ensure the vehicle is stationary, with the brakes applied. Press the selector release button in order to move the selector lever into Reverse.

With the selector lever in the ‘R’ position, Hill Descent Control can be selected (see ‘HILL DESCENT CONTROL’, page 86).

‘N’ - Neutral:

Select neutral when the vehicle is stationary and the engine is required to idle for a brief period (at traffic lights, for example). In neutral, the transmission is not locked, so the handbrake must be applied whenever ‘N’ is selected.

Press the selector release button to move from ‘D’ (Dirve) to neutral and from neutral to reverse.

‘D’ - Drive:

Select for all normal driving; full automatic gear changing occurs on all five forward gears, according to road speed and accelerator position.

‘4’ (1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th gears):

Automatic gear changing is limited to the lower four gears only; use this position for town driving and on winding country roads.

‘2’ (1st and 2nd gears):

Automatic gear changing is limited to the first and second gears only; use when driving up steep gradients, for negotiating very narrow twisting roads and for most ‘Off-road’ driving. This position also provides moderate engine braking when descending slopes.

The selector release button MUST be pressed, in order to move the selector lever into, or out of, the ‘2’ posiiton.

‘1’ (1st gear only):

Use on very severe gradients. With the selector in this position, Hill Descent Control can be selected (see ‘HILL DESCENT CONTROL’, page 86).

Sport mode

In Sport mode, full automatic progression through the gear ratios is retained. By selecting Sport mode however, the power transmitted to the road wheels is increased, resulting in improved acceleration. Engine revs are higher in all driving conditions, making the vehicle more responsive to driver commands.

To select Sport mode, move the gear lever sideways across the gate (from the Drive position towards the right hand side of the vehicle - see illustration) - the word SPORT will appear in the digital display.

Sport mode can be deselected at any time, by returning the lever to the ‘D’ position.

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Automatic Gearbox

Manual ‘Steptronic’ gear selection

H3380

There are five predetermined gear ratios, all of which can be selected sequentially by a single forward or rearward movement of the gear selector lever, as follows:

1. With ‘D’ (Drive) selected, move the gear

selector lever sideways from the ‘D’ position towards the right hand side of the vehicle (this is exactly the same as selecting Sport mode).

2. The transmission then automatically

selects the ratio most appropriate to the vehicle's road speed and accelerator depression.

3. A single forward movement of the selector

lever will change the transmission to a higher gear, while rearward movement of the lever will change down to a lower gear. Repeated forward or rearward movements of the lever can be made until the desired gear ratio has been selected (the selected gear will be indicated in the digital display in the instrument panel).

4. To deselect manual mode, simply move

the selector lever sideways, back to the ‘D’ position. Automatic gear changing will then resume.

USING AN AUTOMATIC GEARBOX

The following information is particularly important for drivers who are unfamiliar with the techniques required to drive vehicles with automatic transmission.

Starting

The engine can only be started with the selector lever in the ‘P’ (Park) or ‘N’ (Neutral) positions.

• ALWAYS apply the handbrake and foot

brake before starting the engine.

• KEEP THE BRAKES APPLIED while moving

the selector lever into a drive position (the selector lever cannot be moved from the ‘P’ position unless the foot brake is applied).

• DO NOT ‘rev’ the engine or allow it to run

above normal idle speed while selecting ‘D’ or ‘R’, or while the vehicle is stationary with any gear selected.

• ALWAYS keep the brakes applied until you

are ready to move off - remember, once a drive gear has been selected, an ‘automatic’ will tend to creep forward (or backward if reverse is selected).

• DO NOT allow the vehicle to remain

stationary for any length of time with a drive gear selected and the engine running (always select ‘N’ if the engine is to idle for a prolonged period).

Vehicles fitted with automatic transmission can NOT be ‘push’ or ‘tow’

started.

Driving

When driving, the transmission will automatically adjust to the most appropriate ratio, according to accelerator position, vehicle speed and terrain (whether the vehicle is driving uphill, downhill or on the flat).

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Automatic Gearbox

Gear change speeds

With ‘D’ selected, the road speeds at which gear changes take place will vary according to the position of the accelerator pedal: minimum acceleration will result in gear changes at low road speeds, while larger throttle openings will cause the gearbox to delay gear changes until faster road speeds have been reached (thereby increasing the rate of acceleration).

With practice, gear changes can be made to occur at a wide range of road speeds depending on the accelerator position.

‘Kick-down’

To provide rapid acceleration for overtaking, push the accelerator pedal to the full extent of its travel in a single, quick movement (this is known as ‘kick-down’). Up to a certain speed, this will cause an immediate downshift to the lowest appropriate gear, followed by rapid acceleration. Once the pedal is relaxed, normal gear change speeds will resume (dependent upon road speed and accelerator pedal position).

If the accelerator pedal is pushed down to its full extent and then immediately released, unlike most ‘automatic’ vehicles, the transmission will not automatically select the highest suitable gear ratio. Instead, the transmission will maintain the current gear ratio, to enable engine braking. This function is especially useful when an overtaking manoeuvre is aborted, enabling the driver to retake the vehicle's previous road position and avoid colliding with the vehicle in front.

Parking

After bringing the vehicle to a stop, ALWAYS apply the handbrake and select ‘P’, before releasing the foot brake and switching off the engine.

AUTOMATICALLY SELECTED MODES

The transmission control system automatically selects different gear change modes, listed below, designed to suit a variety of driving conditions.

NOTE: Automatically selected modes cannot be manually selected by the driver and will not operate if ‘Sport’ mode is selected.

Hill ascent, trailer and high altitude mode

A suitable gear change pattern is selected to counter momentum loss, caused by the more frequent gear changing which can occur when climbing hills, or when towing a trailer or caravan. This gear change pattern is also selected at high altitudes to combat low engine torque.

Cruise control mode

When cruise control is activated, a suitable gear change pattern is selected which is less sensitive to throttle changes. This reduces the amount and frequency of gear changes, providing a smoother ride.

High coolant temperature mode

In high ambient temperatures during extreme load conditions, it is possible for the engine and the gearbox to overheat. At a certain temperature the transmission will select a gear change pattern designed to aid the cooling process, whilst enabling the gearbox to continue performing normally in high temperatures.

Smooth change mode

Engine torque is reduced during gear changes, creating a much smoother ride.

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Hill Descent Control

HILL DESCENT CONTROL

Hill Descent Control (HDC) is of particular value when driving off road, and operates in conjunction with the anti-lock braking system to provide greater control in off-road situations, when descending severe gradients.

Selecting HDC

HDC can be selected with the vehicle in any gear, but will only operate once 1st or reverse gears (‘1’ or ‘R’ for automatic transmission) are engaged.

NOTE: Reverse gear should only be selected when the vehicle is stationary.

With HDC selected, if 1st or reverse gear have been engaged, the HDC information light (GREEN) in the instrument panel will illuminate (if 1st or reverse gear have not been selected, the information light will flash).

Manual gearbox models:

Automatic gearbox models:

H3381

To select, press the HDC button, situated to the rear of the gear selector lever. The indicator light in the switch will illuminate (or flash if ‘1’ or ‘R’ are not selected).

Deselecting HDC

Manual gearbox models:

To deselect HDC, squeeze the trigger - the collar will lift automatically.

Automatic gearbox models:

Press the HDC button, the switch indicator light will extinguish.

H2301A

To select HDC, squeeze the yellow trigger mounted in the gear lever and slide the collar section down until the yellow band is visible above the collar, and then release.

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Hill Descent Control

Hill descent control in action

During a descent, if engine braking is insufficient to control the vehicle speed, HDC (if selected) automatically operates the brakes to slow the vehicle and maintain a speed relative to the accelerator pedal position.

When driving off-road, HDC can be permanently selected, to ensure that control is maintained whenever 1st or reverse gears (‘1’ or ‘R’ for automatic transmission) are engaged. ABS and traction control are still fully operational and will assist if the need arises.

NOTE: HDC can be left selected while off-road driving, the system will only operate when needed and gear changes can be carried out in the normal way.

If the brake pedal is depressed when HDC is active, HDC is overridden and the brakes will perform as normal (a pulsation might be felt through the brake pedal). If the brake pedal is then released, HDC, if necessary, will recommence operating.

On models with a manual gearbox, if the clutch is depressed for longer than 3 seconds while HDC is operating, the HDC information light will flash. If, after 60 seconds the clutch is still depressed, the information light extinguishes and the HDC ‘failure’ warning light flashes as the system gradually fades out.

On models with a manual gearbox, Do

not depress the clutch pedal when descending a steep slope - control of the vehicle will be compromised and HDC will no longer function.

In extreme circumstances, the HDC system may cause brake temperatures to exceed their pre-set limits. If this occurs, the information warning light will extinguish and the HDC ‘failure' warning light (AMBER) will start to flash. You should stop the vehicle and disengage HDC. If HDC remains operating and the brake temperature continues to rise the HDC system will gradually fade out and the ‘failure’ warning light will continue to flash until the brakes have cooled.

HDC fade-out

HDC fade-out gradually decreases the HDC brake intervention with the effect that the rate of hill descent will increase. If this occurs either one of the two HDC warning lights will flash for the period that HDC takes to fade. HDC will be disabled completely once the descent is complete.

If required (e.g. the angle of the descent levels out significantly), fade-out may be achieved deliberately by deselecting HDC while the system is operating or by changing out of the appropriate operating gear, in which case the green information light will flash. Fade-out will also occur if the clutch is depressed for longer than 60 seconds, in which case the amber failure light will flash.

If a fault with the HDC system is detected, or if the braking system reaches a pre-set temperature due to extreme conditions, HDC will automatically fade out (amber failure light flashes).

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Hill Descent Control

HDC warning lights

HDC information light - GREEN:

The light illuminates briefly as a

bulb check when the starter switch is turned to position ‘II’. If HDC is selected when either of the operating gears is engaged (1st or reverse - position ‘1’ or ‘R’ for automatic transmission), the light will illuminate continuously. When HDC is selected and a non-operating gear is engaged, the light will flash to inform the driver that HDC is selected, but not operating. The light will also flash to indicate that HDC is fading out.

HDC ‘failure’ light - AMBER:

The light illuminates briefly as a

bulb check when the starter switch is turned to position ‘II’. The light will start flashing if the brakes become in danger of overheating and continue flashing until the brakes have cooled sufficiently for HDC to operate again.

On manual models, the light will also flash if the clutch is depressed for longer than 60 seconds as the system fades out.

If the light illuminates at any other time, a fault in the system is indicated. If this occurs, deselect HDC and consult your Land Rover dealer.

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Cruise Control

CRUISE CONTROL*

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Cruise control enables the driver to maintain a constant road speed without using the accelerator pedal. This is particularly useful for motorway cruising or for any journey where a constant speed can be maintained for a lengthy period.

The cruise control system has three switches; a master switch on the centre console and two control switches marked ‘SET +’ and ‘RES’ mounted on the steering wheel.

IMPORTANT

Always observe the following precautions:

• DO NOT use cruise control when using

reverse gear (‘R’ for automatic transmission).

• DO NOT use cruise control on winding

or slippery road surfaces, or in traffic conditions where a constant speed cannot easily be maintained.

• Use of ‘sport’ mode on automatic

gearbox vehicles is not recommended when cruise control is selected.

• On petrol engine vehicles, DO NOT rest

your foot under the accelerator pedal while cruise control is engaged - your foot could be trapped.

• ALWAYS switch off the master switch

when you no longer intend to use cruise control.

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Cruise Control

To operate

1. Press the master switch (the switch

indicator light and the warning light in the instrument panel illuminate whenever the switch is pressed to the ‘on’ position).

2. Accelerate until the desired cruising speed

is reached. This must be above the system's operational minimum speed of 28 mph (45 km/h).

3. Press the ‘SET +’ switch to set the vehicle

speed in the system's memory. Cruise control will now maintain that road speed without the need for operation of the accelerator pedal.

With cruise control operating, speed can be increased, by normal use of the accelerator, when overtaking for example. When the accelerator is released, road speed will return to the selected cruising speed. On diesel engine vehicles, cruise control will be disengaged if the accelerator is used for longer than 30 seconds

- press ‘RES’ to re-engage.

NOTE: If the 30 second period is exceeded, cruise control will automatically disengage. Press the ’RES’ switch to re-engage.

Disengaging cruise control

On manual gearbox vehicles, the cruise control will automatically disengage if the brake or clutch pedals are pressed. On automatic gearbox vehicles, cruise control will disengage when the gear selector is moved into neutral, or when the brake pedal is pressed. Cruise control can also be disengaged by pressing the ‘RES’ switch.

To re-engage cruise control at the previously set speed, press the ‘RES’ switch.

NOTE: The speed held in the cruise control memory will be cancelled when either the cruise control master switch or the starter switch is turned off.

To reduce the cruising speed: Press the ‘RES’ switch to slow the vehicle, until the required speed has been reached. Then press the ‘SET +’ switch to establish the new cruising speed (remember that cruise control will not operate at speeds below 28 mph (45 km/h)).

To increase the set cruising speed:

Press and hold the ‘SET +’ switch - the vehicle will accelerate automatically. Release the switch as soon as the desired speed has been reached.

Alternatively, the set speed can be increased incrementally by ‘tapping’ the ‘SET +’ switch. Each press of the switch will increase the speed by approximately 1 mph (1.5 km/h).

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Brakes

FOOT BRAKE

For your safety, the hydraulic braking system operates through dual circuits. However, in the event of a brake failure where only one circuit is operational, the vehicle should only be driven at slow speed to the nearest Land Rover dealer. In these circumstances, exercise EXTREME CAUTION and be aware that much greater pedal effort and longer stopping distances will be required.

Servo assistance

The braking system is servo assisted, but ONLY when the engine is running. Without this assistance greater braking effort is necessary to safely control the vehicle, resulting in longer stopping distances. Always observe the following precautions:

• NEVER allow the vehicle to freewheel with

the engine turned off.

• ALWAYS take particular care when being

towed with the engine turned off.

• If the engine should stop for any reason

while the vehicle is in motion, bring the vehicle to a halt as quickly as traffic conditions safely allow, and DO NOT pump the brake pedal as the braking system may lose any remaining assistance available.

NEVER move a vehicle without the

engine running because braking assistance will not be available. The foot brakes will still function, but more pressure will be required to operate them.

Brake pads

Brake pads and linings require a period of bedding in. For the first 200 miles (300 km), you should avoid situations where heavy braking is required.

Remember that regular servicing is vital to ensure that the brake components are examined for wear at the correct intervals and changed whenever necessary to ensure long term safety and optimum performance.

DO NOT rest your foot on the brake pedal

while driving as this may overheat the brakes, reduce their efficiency and cause excessive wear.

Brake warning light

If the warning light on the instrument panel illuminates while

driving, and the handbrake is fully released, a fault with the braking system is indicated. Check the brake fluid level; if the light continues to illuminate, seek qualified assistance before continuing.

If the brake warning light should

illuminate while the vehicle is in motion, bring the vehicle to a halt as quickly as traffic conditions and safety permit and seek qualified assistance before continuing.

Wet conditions

Driving through water or even very heavy rain may adversely affect braking efficiency. Always dry the braking surfaces by intermittent light application of the brakes, first ensuring that you are at a safe distance from other road users.

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Brakes

HANDBRAKE

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The handbrake operates on the rear wheels only and should not require adjustment.

To engage the handbrake, pull the lever up fully. To release, pull the lever up slightly, depress

the button (arrowed in illustration) and lower the lever.

Always apply the handbrake fully whenever you park.

When parking on a slope, do not rely on the handbrake alone to hold the vehicle. On manual gearbox models, the vehicle should be parked in a low forward gear when facing uphill and in reverse gear when facing downhill.

On automatic gearbox models, ensure the parking pawl of the gearbox has fully engaged by carefully releasing the foot brake and allowing the vehicle to ‘rock’ into ‘P’ (park).

DO NOT drive with the handbrake

applied; this could damage the rear brakes and will also prevent the anti-lock braking system from functioning correctly.

ANTI-LOCK BRAKES

ABS cannot overcome the physical

limitations of stopping the vehicle in too short a distance, cornering at too high a speed, or the danger of aquaplaning, i.e. where a layer of water prevents adequate contact between the tyres and the road surface.

The fact that a vehicle is fitted with ABS must never tempt the driver into taking risks that could affect his/her safety or that of other road users. In all cases, it remains the driver’s responsibility to drive within normal safety margins, having due consideration for prevailing weather and traffic conditions.

The driver should always take account of the surface to be travelled over and the fact that brake pedal reactions will be different to those experienced on a non-ABS vehicle.

The purpose of the anti-lock braking system (ABS) is to allow efficient braking without wheel locking - thereby allowing the driver to retain steering control of the vehicle.

Under normal braking conditions, (where sufficient road surface friction exists to reliably bring the vehicle to a halt without the wheels locking), ABS will not be activated. However, should the braking force exceed the available adhesion between the tyres and the road surface causing one or more wheels to lock, then ABS will automatically come into operation. This will be recognisable by a rapid pulsation felt through the brake pedal.

NOTE: Immediately after the engine is started, a short, low pitched ‘buzz’ may be heard; this is the ABS system priming and is no cause for concern.

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Brakes

Anti-lock braking in action

In normal road use, during an emergency situation full braking effort should always be applied even when the road surface is slippery. The anti-lock braking system constantly monitors the speed of each wheel and varies braking pressure to each, according to the amount of traction available, thereby ensuring that the wheels do not lock.

No matter how hard you brake, you should be able to continue steering the vehicle as normal.

• DO NOT pump the brake pedal at any time;

this will interrupt operation of the system and may increase braking distance.

• NEVER place additional floor matting or any

other obstruction under the brake pedal. This restricts pedal travel and therefore braking efficiency is impaired.

NOTE: On soft surfaces such as powdery snow, sand or gravel, braking distances may be greater than those achievable on a vehicle without anti-lock braking. This is because the action of locked wheels on loose surfaces, is to build up a wedge of material in front of the wheels, which assists in bringing the vehicle to a halt. However, even in these circumstances, the anti-lock braking system will provide better stability and steering control.

Warning light

The anti-lock braking system incorporates a monitoring system,

which checks that all the electrical components are in working order, as soon as the starter switch is turned to position ‘II’ and also at frequent intervals during your journey.

The warning light on the instrument panel is an important part of this system. The warning light should illuminate for approximately one second when the starter switch is turned to position 'II' and then briefly extinguishes before coming on again. If the light does not extinguish and then

illuminate again, a fault has occurred with the ABS system and you should consult your Land Rover dealer at the earliest opportunity. The warning light will remain illuminated until the vehicle is driven above approximately 5 mph (7 km/h).

If the light remains on or subsequently illuminates while driving, a fault has been detected by the self monitoring system and full ABS control may not be available - consult your dealer at the earliest opportunity.

The normal braking system remains fully operational and is not affected by partial or full loss of the ABS. However, braking distances may increase.

Off-road driving

While anti-lock braking is designed to operate equally effectively in ‘off-road’ driving conditions, on certain surfaces total reliance on the system may be unwise - remember, in normal circumstances, anti-lock braking operates only AFTER the driver has already lost control. It cannot reliably compensate for driver error or inexperience on difficult off-road surfaces.

Note the following:

• If the vehicle is stopped on a very steep

slope where little traction is available, it may slide with the wheels locked because there is no wheel rotation to signal movement to the ABS. To counteract this, briefly release the brakes to permit some wheel movement, then re-apply the brakes to allow ABS to gain control.

• Before driving off-road, read and thoro ughly

understand the ‘Off-road driving’ section of this handbook.

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Traction Control

ELECTRONIC TRACTION CONTROL

The purpose of electronic traction control is to aid traction when one wheel spins while the other still has good grip (if one side of the vehicle is on ice and the other is on tarmac, for example). The system works by applying the brake to a spinning wheel in order to transfer torque to the other side of the axle.

NOTE: Traction control only operates below approximately 30 mph (50 km/h).

Warning light

The instrument panel warning light will illuminate whenever the

system is active (for a minimum of 2 seconds) and also illuminates as a bulb check (for approximately 4 seconds) when the starter switch is turned to position ‘II’.

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

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Softback

FOLDING AND UNFOLDING THE SOFTBACK

Folding

either tilted towards the vertical, or removed (see ‘RADIO AERIAL’, page 66), to avoid accidental injury.

Before folding the softback, it is recommended that the radio aerial is

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2. Slide screen down and out of the retaining

channel.

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1. Undo velcro, stud and zip fasteners.

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3. Store side screens in stowage bag when

not in use - ensure the screens are dry before stowing.

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Softback

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4. Unfasten tonneau cover and allow cover to

unroll.

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5. Push and twist to release elbow stay

locking collar and allow the stays to hinge downwards.

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Softback

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7. While pushing upwards on the centre roof

bow, fold the softback forwards.

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6. Pull corner post beading out of the

retaining channel. Pull the posts towards the centre of the vehicle, then rearwards to release.

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8. Straighten the elbow stay until the locking

collar ‘snaps’ up. Attach corner post clips to the locking collar.

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9. Wrap tonneau cover over softback

assembly.

Softback

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11. Feed appropriate side cover (‘L’ or ‘R’) into

the retaining channel in the direction of the chevrons.

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10. Hook leading edge of tonneau cover over

the four hooks.

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12. Slide the side cover up the retaining

channel.

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13. Attach stud and velcro fasteners.

Softback

Unfolding

Before unfolding the softback, it is

recommended that the radio aerial is either tilted towards the vertical, or removed (see ‘RADIO AERIAL’, page 66), to avoid accidental injury.

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1. Unfasten the side cover velcro and stud

fasteners.

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Softback

H3400

2. Slide the cover out of the retaining

channel.

NOTE: Store the side covers in the lockable stowage box or side pockets in the loadspace, once the softback is erected.

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3. Unhook the tonneau cover.

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4. Detach corner post clips. Push and twist

to release elbow stay locking collar.

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5. Unfold the softback rearwards.

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