Land Rover Defender 50th Owners Handbook Rover

Heating & ventilation
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Left hand steering illustrated
HEATER CONTROLS
1. Fan speed control
With the control at 0, the fan is switched
off and no air will enter the vehicle
through the heater vents. With the control
moved downwards to the first position,
the volume of air entering the passenger
compartment is solely dependent upon the
ram effect of the vehicle moving through
the air. The subsequent positions operate
the fan at speeds 1 and 2 respectively.
2. Temperature control
Move the lever downwards...

Heating & ventilation
39 USING YOUR HEATER
Ensure the front grille and the air intake grille
on the front wing are kept clear of
obstructions (especially snow and ice).
The following examples of basic heater
settings are intended as a general guide; the
air distribution, temperature and blower
controls can then be further adjusted to suit
your comfort requirements.
Always remember that full heating is not
available until the engine has reached its
normal operating temperature.
Maximum heating...

Air conditioning
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CONTROLS
1. On/off blower control
Turn clockwise to the first position to turn on
the air conditioning. Rotate further to increase
the flow of conditioned air from the four vents
in the lower fascia.
NOTE:The air conditioning will not operate
without the engine running.
2. Temperature control
Rotate clockwise to obtain progressively
cooler air.
USING THE AIR CONDITIONING(if fitted)
If your vehicle has been fitted with an air
conditioning system, you may find the
following guidelines...

Interior equipment
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INTERIOR LIGHT
With the switch midway between the ON and
OFF positions, the light will illuminate
whenever a door is opened and remain
illuminated for approximately 15 seconds after
ALL the doors are closed, or until the starter
switch is turned on.
When alighting from the vehicle, the interior
lights will fade and then extinguish as soon as
the last door is closed.
NOTE:Any subsequent opening or shutting
of doors prior to the starter switch being
turned on again, will cause the 15...

Interior equipment
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CUBBY BOX
Turn the key clockwise to unlock the cubby
box, then squeeze the catch to open. Turn the
key anti-clockwise to lock the box.
It is recommended that the cubby box is
locked whenever the vehicle is left unattended.
NOTE:The two recesses to the side of the
gear selector are for cups or drink cans.IN-CAR TELEPHONES
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...

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SECTION 3
Driving & operating
Section Contents Page
Starter switch & steering lock 45....................
Starting & driving 46......................................
Catalytic converter 51.....................................
Fuel 53............................................................
Gearbox & transmission 55............................
Brakes 62.......................................................
Towing & load carrying 64.............................
Emergency starting...

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Starter switch & steering lock
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To unlock the steering column
Insert the ignition key FULLY and turn the
starter switch to position I, while turning the
steering wheel slightly to disengage the lock.
To lock the steering column
Turn the starter switch to position 0 and
withdraw the key from the starter switch. Turn
the steering wheel towards the straight ahead
position until the lock engages.STARTER SWITCH
The starter switch is located to the left of the
steering column, and uses the following
sequence...

Starting & driving
46 STARTING
WARNING
Catalytic converters are easily damaged
through improper use, particularly if the
wrong fuel is used, or if an engine misfire
occurs.
Before starting the engine and driving,
ENSURE you are familiar with the precautions
shown underCatalytic converter, later in this
section.
In particular, you should be aware that
continued use of the starter, will result in
unburnt fuel damaging the catalytic converter.
1.Check that the handbrake is applied and
that the main...

Starting & driving
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WARNING
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 rear door open.
·DO NOT modify the exhaust system from
the original design.
·DO repair exhaust system or body leaks
immediately.
·If you think exhaust fumes are entering
the vehicle, have the cause determined
and corrected immediately.
Parking
After...