Land Rover Freelander 2003my Owners Handbook 2nd Edition Nas Rover
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Hardback 120 3.Push the front of the header catch upwards, slide it rearwards and push the rear of the catch upwards until it ‘snaps’ into position. WARNING Do not drive the vehicle if the header catches are not secure. H4845
Roof Bars 121 R oof Ba rsREMOVING AND FITTING THE ROOF BARS * Removal WARNING DO NOT remove or adjust any bolt other than those highlighted in the following illustrations. NOTE: To avoid causing accidental damage to the vehicle, removal and refitting of roof bars is best carried out by two people. The following procedure must be repeated for the right hand side of the roof bars. 1.Remove front finisher - push upwards where arrowed.2.Unscrew the front fixing bolt using a Torx key. 3.Unscrew the rear fixing bolt. H3432 H3433 H3434
Roof Bars 122 4.With assistance, lift the roof bars up and rearwards off the vehicle. Fitting NOTE: The following procedure must be repeated for the right hand side of the roof bars. 1.With assistance, carefully position the roof bars onto the vehicle. H3435 H3436
Roof Bars 123 2.Screw the correct bolt into the rear fixing using a Torx key. 3.Screw the correct bolt into the front fixing. NOTE: Ensure that all front and rear fixing bolts are fully tightened and that the Roof bars are rigid.4.Align the pegs on the underside of the front finisher with the holes at the front of the roof bar and push down to fit. H3437 H3438 H3439
Load Carrying 124 Lo ad Carry ingLUGGAGE ANCHOR POINTS Four fixing points are provided in the rear loadspace floor, to assist in safely securing large items of luggage. Land Rover provides a range of approved luggage retention accessories. WARNING DO NOT carry unsecured equipment, tools or luggage, which could move and cause personal injury in the event of an accident or emergency maneuver either on or off-road. STOWAGE BOX The stowage box, set into the loadspace floor, can be used to secure small or valuable items. On some models, the box has a lockable lid. To unlock: Press the flap (see inset) to access the lock. Insert the starter key and turn 90° clockwise. Lift the lid to open. To lock: Turn the key anti-clockwise and remove the key.On models without a lock, the stowage box lid is secured by turnbuckle fixings. On some models, the stowage box houses the audio system subwoofer, in which case the stowage box should not be used to store other items. CAUTION: If a subwoofer is fitted, take care to avoid knocking the underside of the subwoofer and disturbing the speaker harness and connection. NOTE: The stowage box may become hot when driving - do not store items in the stowage box, that could be damaged by heat. NOTE: Do not store damp items in the stowage box for prolonged periods - condensation may cause mould to form. H3330
Load Carrying 125 VEHICLE LOADING When loading a vehicle to its maximum (gross vehicle weight), consideration must be given to the unladen vehicle weight and the distribution of the load, to ensure that axle loadings do not exceed the permitted maximum values. It is your responsibility to limit the vehicle load in such a way that neither the maximum axle loads nor the gross vehicle weight are exceeded (see ‘VEHICLE WEIGHTS’, page 211). ROOF RACK* Roof bars are available as an option. The total roof rack load must NEVER exceed that given in ‘TOWING WEIGHTS’, page 212. WARNING To avoid the risk of personal injury or even death, DO NOT permit children or any other person to travel on the roof rack while the vehicle is in motion. A loaded roof rack can reduce the stability of the vehicle, particularly when cornering and encountering crosswinds. H4011 IMPORTANT •Only carry loads on the accessory cross-rails - do not attach loads directly onto the roof bars. •It is recommended that Land Rover approved load carrying accessories are used, however, if it is necessary to attach a load directly to the accessory cross-rails, use webbing straps (preferably with a ratchet clamp) - do not use elastic or ‘bungee’ straps. •All loads should be evenly distributed and secured within the periphery of a rack. •Position the roof rack and load so that it does not impede the opening of the sunroof. •If it is necessary to stow luggage on a roof rack while driving off-road, all loads MUST be removed before traversing side slopes. •Check to ensure that roof rack and load are secure after 30 miles (50 km) of any journey.
Towing 126 To wingTOW BARS NOTE: Only fit towing accessories that have been approved by Land Rover. TOWING A TRAILER WARNING In the interest of safety, the maximum permissible trailer weight, the maximum rear axle load, gross train and tongue weights must not be exceeded (see ‘TOWING WEIGHTS’, page 212). The tongue weight plus the combined weight of the vehicle’s load carrying area and rear seat passengers must never exceed the specified maximum rear axle load (see ‘TOWING WEIGHTS’, page 212). DO NOT exceed the gross weight or axle loads stated on the certification label attached to the vehicle. Exceeding allowable vehicle and axle loads will increase the risk of tire or suspension failure, increase vehicle brake stopping distance, and adversely affect vehicle handling and stability which may result in a crash or rollover. CAUTION: DO NOT use the rear lashing eyes or vehicle recovery towing eyes to tow a trailer - serious damage to the vehicle may result. CAUTION: DO NOT carry unsecured equipment, tools or luggage, which could move and cause personal injury in the event of an accident or emergency maneuver, either on or off road. It is the drivers responsibility to ensure that vehicle and trailer are loaded and balanced so that the combination is stable when in motion.When preparing the vehicle for towing, pay careful attention to the trailer manufacturers recommendations and also follow the guidelines below: •Ensure that the vehicles tire pressures are correct for towing and that the trailer tire pressures are as recommended by the trailer manufacturer. •Check the operation of the trailer brakes and lights. •For maximum stability, ensure that loads are properly secured and unable to shift position during transit. Also, position loads so that most of the weight is placed close to the floor and, where possible, immediately above or close to the trailer axle(s). •After loading the trailer, check that the weight on the tow hitch point (this is also called the tongue weight), does not exceed 250 lb (113 kg). •With the towing vehicle and trailer laden, it is essential that the trailer adopts a level aspect. In other words, the trailer must be level with the ground, with the towing hitch and trailer drawbar at the same height. •Where the load can be divided between trailer and tow vehicle, loading more weight into the vehicle will generally improve the stability of the combination. However, you must ensure that the gross vehicle and maximum rear axle weights are not exceeded and that the trailer remains level. •The vehicles maximum rear axle and gross train weights must not be exceeded when the trailer is attached and both towing vehicle and trailer have been loaded.
Towing 127 NOTE: It is the drivers responsibility to ensure that all regulations with regard to towing, are complied with according to the state in which the vehicle is being operated. All relevant information should be obtained from an appropriate motoring organisation or towing equipment retailer. NOTE: The maximum permissible towed weights quoted in ‘TOWING WEIGHTS’, page 212, refer to the vehicless design limitations and NOT to any specific territorial restriction. Trailer hitch Maximum recommended drawbar length (A) Maximum recommended drawbar rise (B) Maximum recommended drawbar drop (C) WARNING If the maximum recommended drawbar length is exceeded, it may have an adverse effect on the vehicle handling whilst towing. NOTE: A drawbar of length 7.75 inches (197 mm) with a 0.625 inch (16 mm) rise is recommended for use with the Land Rover approved Class II towing hitch. (Please consult your local retailer for the latest information). Towing on severe inclines at full capacity The maximum permissible Gross Train Weight (GTW) is the maximum weight of vehicle, plus trailer (see ‘TOWING WEIGHTS’, page 212). If a journey includes severe inclines, ensure that the grille and radiator are free from obstruction and that only high quality fuel is used. This enables the engine and the cooling system to operate more efficiently. H4561 A B C 1… 1… 10 5 8
Towing 128 Correct gear selection will improve vehicle performance: select ‘D’ (Drive) and, where possible, maintain a speed that minimises automatic gear changes. WARNING The tongue weight plus the combined weight of the vehicles load carrying area and rear seat passengers must never exceed the specified maximum rear axle load (see ‘TOWING WEIGHTS’, page 234). IMPORTANT For all the towing conditions described, it is important that the following points are observed: •All loads in the vehicle should be distributed as far forward as possible. •The maximum Gross Vehicle Weight must not be exceeded, (see‘TOWING WEIGHTS’, page 212). •The maximum individual axle weights must not be exceeded (see‘TOWING WEIGHTS’, page 212). •Total trailer weight and tongue load can be measured with platform scales found at highway weighing stations, building companies, etc...
129 Off-Road Driving Off-Road Driving BEFORE YOU DRIVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 BASIC OFF-ROAD TECHNIQUES . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 AFTER DRIVING OFF-ROAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 SERVICING REQUIREMENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Driving Techniques DRIVING ON SOFT SURFACES & DRY SAND . . 134 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES (ice, snow, mud, wet grass). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 CLIMBING STEEP SLOPES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 DESCENDING STEEP SLOPES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 TRAVERSING A SLOPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 NEGOTIATING A ‘V’ SHAPED GULLY . . . . . . . . . 137 DRIVING IN EXISTING WHEEL TRACKS . . . . . . 137 CROSSING A RIDGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 CROSSING A DITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 WADING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138