Land Rover Freelander 2003my Owners Handbook 2nd Edition Nas Rover

In-Car Entertainment
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In-Car En te rtainme ntRADIO/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.
CD autochanger
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The CD autochanger is located under the front 
right hand seat. Full operating instructions are 
contained in the ‘In-car Entertainment’ book in 
the car literature pack.
WARNING
DO NOT insert or eject the magazine while 
driving - this action could...

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Driving & Operating
Starting & Driving
STEERING COLUMN LOCK  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  93
STARTER SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  93
STARTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  94
DRIVING  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  95
FUEL ECONOMY  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  96
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  97
Fuel System
TYPE OF FUEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

92 Load Carrying
LUGGAGE ANCHOR POINTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   124
STOWAGE BOX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   124
VEHICLE LOADING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   125
ROOF RACK  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   125
Towing
TOW BARS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   126
TOWING A TRAILER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   126 

Starting & Driving
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Driving & Operating
S ta rting &  Driv in gSTEERING COLUMN LOCK
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
With the gear selector in ‘P’ (Park), turn the key 
to position ‘0’ and withdraw the key from the 
starter switch. Turn the steering wheel slightly 
until the lock engages.
WARNING
To...

Starting & Driving
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STARTING 
WARNING
Never start or leave the engine running in an 
unventilated building - exhaust gases are 
poisonous and contain carbon monoxide, 
which can cause unconsciousness and may 
even be fatal.
Before starting the engine and driving, ENSURE 
you are familiar with the precautions shown 
under ‘CATALYTIC CONVERTER’, page 101.
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...

Starting & Driving
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The cover should always be refitted when the 
the heater is unplugged from the mains socket 
to prevent ingress of dirt, snow or other 
contaminants. It is also recommended that the 
cable and plug is wire tied to one of the upright 
grille supports for easy use if the heater is to be 
used regularly.
DRIVING
WARNING
Vehicle stability
Your vehicle has a higher ground clearance 
and, hence, a higher center of gravity than 
ordinary passenger cars to enable the vehicle 
to perform in...

Starting & Driving
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Breaking-in 
Proper breaking-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 
tires 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 breaking-in process and 
heed the following advice:
•LIMIT maximum road speed to 70 mph 
(110 km/h) or 3,000 rev/min. Initially, drive...

Starting & Driving
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
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 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...

Fuel System
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F uel Sy stemTYPE OF FUEL
Octane requirements
Unleaded gasoline with a CLC or AKI minimum
octane rating of 87 is recommended.
NOTE: Federal law requires that gasoline octane 
ratings be posted on the pumps. The Cost of 
Living Council (CLC) octane rating or Anti 
Knock Index (AKI) octane rating shown is an 
average of Research Octane Number (RON) and 
Motor Octane Number (MON).
NOTE: Engine performance and fuel economy 
may improve if higher octane fuel is used.
Using unleaded fuel with an...

Fuel System
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Methanol/unleaded fuel blends
In some areas, it is possible to buy unleaded 
fuel that is blended with up to 5% Methanol 
(Methyl or wood alcohol) and cosolvents and 
corrosion preventatives. Using these blends 
can cause driveability problems and damage to 
the fuel system components. Their use may 
also invalidate the vehicle warranty. 
WHEREVER POSSIBLE, AVOID USING FUEL 
CONTAINING METHANOL!
WARNING
Automotive fuels can cause serious injury, 
and even death if misused....