Land Rover Discovery Owners Handbook Exp Rover

Rear step
62
REAR STEP(if fitted)
Press down to lower the step. The step will
automatically return to its stowed position
when not in use. 

Loadspace cover
63 LOADSPACE COVER(if fitted)
The rear loadspace cover is a spring loaded
roller blind, which can be retracted when not
in use.
Detach the cover from the hooks (1) on both
sides at the rear and allow it to retract. Secure
in this position by fastening the retaining strap
(2), attached to the rear seat back, to the
press stud on the loadspace cover.
To remove the loadspace cover:
1.Slide the plastic sleeve away from the
retaining mount.
2.Lift the cover to disengage the side spigot....

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SECTION 3
Driving & operating
Section Contents Page
Starter switch & steering lock 67....................
Starting & driving 68......................................
Catalytic converter 74.....................................
Fuel filling 76..................................................
Manual transmission 80.................................
Automatic transmission 81.............................
Transfer gearbox 84.......................................
Brakes...

Starter switch & steering lock
67
To unlock the steering column
Insert the key FULLY and turn the starter
switch to positionIwhile turning the
steering wheel slightly. The turning movement
is necessary to disengage the lock.
To lock the steering column
Turn the key to position0and withdraw it
from the starter switch. Turn the steering
wheel towards the straight ahead position
until the lock engages.
WARNING
Once the steering lock is engaged, it is
impossible to steer the vehicle. DO NOT
remove the key or...

Starting & driving
68 STARTING - 300Tdi ENGINE
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.
3.Insert the starter key and turn the switch
to position II. Wait until the glow plug
warning light extinguishes.
NOTE:
When restarting a warm engine, it will
not be necessary to wait for the glow plug
warning light to extinguish.
4.Turn the key to position III to operate the
starter motor. In...

Starting & driving
69
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.STARTING - Mpi &...

Starting & driving
70 In temperate climatesDO NOToperate the
starter for longer than 10 seconds. If the
engine fails to start, switch off and wait 10
seconds before re-using the starter. Please
note that continued use of the starter will not
only discharge the battery but may also
damage the starter motor.
NOTE:
The battery charging and oil pressure
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...

Starting & driving
71 DRIVING - PETROL AND DIESEL MODELS
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.
RUNNING-IN
Proper running-in will have a direct bearing on
the reliability and smooth running of your
vehicle throughout its life.
In particular,...

Starting & driving
72 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 manufacturers service
schedule.
Items such as ignition timing, the condition of
the air cleaner element, tyre pressures and
wheel alignment can have a significant effect
on fuel consumption. But above all, the way in
which you drive is most important....

Starting & driving
73 300Tdi engines
If a radiator blind is fitted, it must not obscure
the intercooler section otherwise engine
performance would be adversely affected. If in
doubt, contact a Land Rover dealer.
Power assisted steering
Under no circumstances must the steering
wheel be held on full lock for more than thirty
seconds in one minute, otherwise the steering
assembly may be damaged.
WARNING
DO NOT use auxiliary equipment, such as
roller generators, that are driven by one
wheel of the vehicle,...