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

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On-Road Driving
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On-Road Driving
O n- Road  Dr iv in gINSTRUMENTS 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 indicating that a fault 
exists. If a red light illuminates, always stop the 
vehicle and seek qualified assistance before 
continuing.
POWER ASSISTED STEERING
The hydraulic power-assisted steering is 
progressively geared; when steering straight...

On-Road Driving
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DRIVING PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher 
roll-over rate than other types of vehicles. 
Since these vehicles are designed to be 
operated off-road, these vehicles have a 
higher ground clearance and hence a higher 
center of gravity. Such a feature has been 
associated with an increased risk of vehicle 
roll-over. An advantage associated with 
higher ground clearance vehicles is a better 
view of the road, allowing the driver to 
anticipate problems....

On-Road Driving
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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 the condition of the air cleaner 
element, tire 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...

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Owner Maintenance
Maintenance
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  147
OWNER MAINTENANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  148
SAFETY IN THE GARAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  149
EMISSION CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  150
ROAD TESTING DYNAMOMETERS
(‘rolling roads’)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  150
Hood Opening
OPENING THE HOOD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  151
Engine Compartment
2.5 GASOLINE ENGINE  . . . . . ....

146 Cleaning & Vehicle Care
WASHING YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   173
CLEANING THE INTERIOR  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   175
Identification Numbers
CONTACTING YOUR RETAILER  . . . . . . . . . . . .   176
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER LOCATIONS . . . . . .   176
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER  . . . . . . . .   176
Parts & Accessories
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   177 

Maintenance
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Owner Maintenance
Ma inte na nceROUTINE MAINTENANCE
Regular systematic maintenance is the key to 
ensuring the continued reliability and efficiency 
of your vehicle.
Maintenance is the owners responsibility and it 
is essential that all routine services, as well as 
the owner maintenance operations, brake fluid 
and coolant changes, are carried out when 
required and according to the manufacturers 
recommendations.
The routine maintenance requirements for your 
vehicle are shown in the...

Maintenance
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OWNER MAINTENANCE
In addition to the routine services which should 
be carried out by your Land Rover retailer at the 
intervals shown in the Passport to Service, a 
number of simple checks (listed below) must 
be carried out by the owner or driver on a 
regular basis. These are fully described on the 
pages that follow.
WARNING
If brake pedal travel is unusually long or if 
there is any significant loss of brake fluid, 
contact your retailer immediately. Driving 
under such conditions...

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SAFETY IN THE GARAGE
WARNING
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 10 minutes. To 
avoid injury, keep clear of all fans and 
remove any loose clothing while working in 
the engine compartment.
Whenever you need to carry out maintenance 
on your vehicle, observe the following safety 
precautions at all times:
•Keep your...