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

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If the alarm sounds
If the alarm is triggered, it will sound for 
approximately 30 seconds before switching 
itself off and can be triggered up to ten times 
in total before needing to be reset. 
To silence the alarm, press either handset 
button, or operate the door locks using the key 
in the drivers door.
Single point entry
This is a personal security feature, which 
enables the drivers door only to be unlocked, 
leaving the other doors in a locked state. It can 
be operated by the remote handset as follows:
Press the unlock button once to unlock the 
drivers door, press a second time to unlock the 
remaining doors and taildoor.
Single point entry can be configured by a 
Land Rover retailer.Interior locking switch
This is a personal security feature which allows 
the driver to lock (or unlock) all the doors from 
inside the vehicle (while driving or with the 
vehicle stationary). Press the lower part of the 
switch to lock (the alarm will not be armed), 
and the upper part to unlock.
NOTE: If interior locking has been activated, 
pull the interior door handle once to unlock, and 
twice to open the door.
Door handles and door sill locking buttons
From inside the vehicle, each door can be 
individually locked by depressing the 
appropriate door sill button. However, doors 
cannot be unlocked by raising the sill button.
Use the door handles to unlock, as follows:
•First operation of the door handle unlocks 
the door.
•Second operation of the door handle opens 
the door.
NOTE: The door handles will not open the doors 
if the vehicle has been superlocked (see 
‘Superlocking’, page 29)
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CHILD-PROOF LOCKS
Move the lever on the rear doors down (see 
inset) to engage.
With the child-proof locks engaged, the rear 
doors cannot be opened from inside the 
vehicle, thereby avoiding the risk of a door 
being opened accidentally while the vehicle is 
moving.
WARNING
To avoid injury or even death, NEVER leave 
children unsupervised in the vehicle.
ENGINE IMMOBILISATION
Engine immobilisation is an important aspect of 
the security system and is designed to 
safeguard the vehicle from theft, should the 
driver forget to lock the doors. Engine 
immobilisation prevents the engine from being 
started unless a valid key is inserted into the 
starter switch, and occurs automatically after 
the starter switch has been turned off.
The engine is re-mobilised by a signal 
transmitted from a transponder contained 
within the key head, to the starter switch. This 
occurs automatically whenever a valid key is 
inserted into the starter switch and turned to 
position ‘I’.
CAUTION: DO NOT keep more than one starter 
key, or keys from other vehicles, or gas station 
speed payment devices on the same key ring: 
the engine will not re-mobilise automatically.
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DOOR LOCKING CUT-OFF SWITCH
An inertia switch, which operates when the 
starter switch is in position ‘II’, prevents the 
doors from centrally locking (or, if the doors are 
already locked, unlocks them) in the event of an 
accident or sudden impact. If this occurs, 
central locking will be inhibited until either: 
•the starter switch is turned off and the 
driver’s door has been opened and closed, 
or:
•the driver’s door has been opened and 
closed, and the inertia switch is reset. 
The inertia switch is located inside the engine 
compartment on the left hand side, beneath, 
and to the rear of, the engine compartment fuse 
box (a label attached to the bulkhead will assist 
in locating the switch). The switch must be 
reset before the engine can be restarted. Reset 
the switch by pressing the rubber top (arrowed 
in illustration).
This will also reset the fuel system, see ‘FUEL 
CUT-OFF SWITCH’, page 100).
WARNING
ALWAYS check for fuel leaks before resetting 
the switch! Activating the switch when the 
fuel system has been damaged (evidenced by 
fuel leakage or odor) will cause additional 
fuel leakage increasing the risk of fire.
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REMOTE HANDSET BATTERY
The battery should last for approximately three 
years dependent upon use. When the battery 
needs replacing it will be apparent from the 
following symptoms:
•A gradual deterioration in range and 
performance.
•The alarm buzzer and the anti-theft alarm 
indicator light will double bleep/flash every 
second, for ten seconds, after the alarm is 
disarmed and drivers door opened. 
It is recommended that you fit a Land Rover 
STC 4080 or a Panasonic CR2032 replacement 
battery (available from a Land Rover retailer).
CAUTION: The handset contains delicate 
electronic circuits and must be protected from 
impact and water damage, high temperatures 
and humidity, direct sunlight and the effects of 
solvents, waxes and abrasive cleaners.
Battery replacement
1.Carefully prise the handset apart, start 
from the keyring end using a small coin or 
screwdriver. Avoid damaging the seal 
between the two halves of the case and DO 
NOT allow dirt or moisture to get inside 
the handset.
2.Slide the battery out of its clip, taking care 
to avoid touching the circuit board or the 
contact surfaces of the clip.3.Press and hold each button in turn for at 
least five seconds (this will drain any 
residual power from the handset).
4.Fit the new battery, ensuring that correct 
polarity is maintained (‘+’ side facing up). 
Finger marks will adversely affect battery 
life; if possible, avoid touching the flat 
surfaces of the battery and wipe them 
clean before fitting.
5.Press the two halves of the handset firmly 
together and ensure that both halves are 
fully joined to prevent dirt or moisture 
from entering the handset.
6.Resynchronise the handset.
The handset is now ready for use.
Handset resynchronisation
If the handset fails to lock or unlock the car, this 
may be because the coded signal transmitted 
by the handset, and the signal expected by the 
alarm control unit, are no longer synchronised.
To resynchronise the handset, operate either 
button of the handset at least five times in quick 
succession (in close proximity to the vehicle).
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ALARM OR HANDSET DIFFICULTIES
Alarm goes off unexpectedly. Ensure all windows, doors, hood and sunroof 
are closed.
Vehicle will not start. Press unlock button on handset. If it still will not 
start, consult your Land Rover retailer.
Hazard lights dont flash when alarm is 
armed.Ensure all doors and the hood are fully closed.
Doors unlock and hazard lights start to 
flash when vehicle is in motion.The inertia switch has been triggered - see 
‘DOOR LOCKING CUT-OFF SWITCH’, page 32. If 
fault continues, consult your Land Rover 
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T aildoo rOPENING AND CLOSING
Opening the taildoor
When the release catch is pulled (as shown in 
illustration), the taildoor lock is released in two 
phases:
1.the taildoor glass drops clear of its 
retaining channel.
2.the electronic door latch is released and 
the door can be opened.
Initially, the door opens approximately half way 
until resistance is felt; this prevents the door 
swinging fully open and possibly hitting an 
obstruction, yet still enables access in a 
situation where there is not enough room to 
open the door fully. Push against resistance to 
open the door fully.
NOTE: The taildoor latch will not operate if the 
glass is frozen to the door seals, as the glass 
needs to drop slightly before the door can be 
opened. Defrost the glass first.
WARNING
You are advised NOT to carry loads which 
require driving with the taildoor or taildoor 
window open - poisonous fumes will be drawn 
into the vehicle! If driving the vehicle in this 
condition is unavoidable, switch the heater to 
face level vents with all vents open, close the 
sunroof and windows and turn the air blower 
to position 4.
Closing
CAUTION: When closing the taildoor, push on 
the handle - NOT on the taildoor glass.
Load carrying
Long loads should be carried on the roof rack. 
If it is necessary to carry a load that protrudes 
through the taildoor window aperture, the 
weight of the load must NOT rest on the glass. 
Damage to the glass or window mechanism 
may occur.
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							Seats
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SeatsSEATING
WARNING
It is extremely dangerous to ride in the cargo 
area, inside or outside the vehicle. In a 
collision, people riding in these areas are 
more likely to be seriously injured or killed. 
Do not allow people to ride in any area of your 
vehicle that is not equipped with seats and 
safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle 
is in a seat and using a safety belt properly.
SITTING CORRECTLY
The seats, head restraints, seat belts and 
airbags all contribute to the protection of the 
occupants. Optimal use of these components 
will give you more protection. Therefore, 
observe the following points:
•Sit in the most upright position with the 
base of your spine as far back as possible 
and the backrest not reclined more than 
30 degrees.
•Adjust the head restraints so that the top of 
the head restraint is level with the upper 
portion of the head.•Do not move the front seat too close to the 
instrument panel. The driver should hold the 
steering wheel with slightly bent arms. The 
legs should also be slightly bent so that the 
pedals can be pressed to the floor.
•The seat belt should rest in the center of the 
shoulder. The lap part should fit tightly 
across the hips and not on the stomach.
FRONT SEAT ADJUSTMENT
WARNING
To avoid the risk of loss of control and 
personal injury, DO NOT adjust the drivers 
seat or head restraint while the vehicle is in 
motion.
DO NOT travel with the seat backs reclined 
rearwards more than 30 degrees. Optimum 
benefit is obtained from the seat belt, with the 
backrest angle set to 25 degrees from the 
upright (vertical).
An inflating airbag can cause facial abrasions 
and other injuries. The injurious effects of 
airbag inflation can be minimised by ensuring 
that driver and passenger are seated 
correctly, with the seat moved back as far as 
is practical, and the seat belts worn correctly.
Forward/backward adjustment
Lift the lever (1) and slide the seat into position. 
Make sure the seat is locked in position before 
driving.
Backrest adjustment
Rotate the handwheel (2) to adjust.
Lumbar support adjustment 
(Drivers seat only)
Rotate the handwheel (3) to increase or 
decrease support to the lumbar region of the 
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Head restraint adjustment
WARNING
Head restraints are designed to support the 
back of the head (NOT THE NECK), and to 
restrain rearward movement of the head in 
the event of a collision. The restraint must be 
positioned level with the head to be effective.
DO NOT drive or carry passengers with the 
head restraints removed from occupied seats, 
or adjust the head restraints while the vehicle 
is in motion.
Failure to have the head restraint installed 
and properly positioned will increase the 
potential for serious injuries.
Raise or lower the restraint (4), until the 
cushion is level with the back of the head.
Head restraint removal
Turn the right-hand mounting (5) a quarter turn 
anti-clockwise and pull the restraint upwards.After replacing a head restraint, turn the 
right-hand mounting clockwise.
Rear seats
For information on folding the rear seats, refer 
to ‘FOLDING THE REAR SEATS’, page 38.
Heated front seats
*
For information on the operation of the front 
seat heaters, refer to ‘HEATED FRONT SEATS*’, 
page 81.
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FOLDING THE REAR SEATS
On vehicles not fitted with 60/40 split rear seats 
the whole seat can be folded forwards to 
increase luggage space. On vehicles fitted with 
60/40 split rear seats, either or both parts of the 
seat can be folded.
NOTE: Before folding the rear seats, ensure that 
the center rear seat belt is unbuckled.
WARNING
Ensure that the rear seat backrests are 
securely latched in the upright position when 
the seat is in use and when loads are carried 
in the luggage area.
Lift the release levers (see inset) to release the 
backrest (lift both levers simultaneously on 
vehicles without 60/40 split seats) and fold the 
backrest forwards.
WARNING
DO NOT carry unsecured equipment, tools or 
luggage that could move, causing personal 
injury in the event of an accident, or 
emergency maneuver - where possible, use 
the seat belts to secure luggage carried on the 
seats.
Accommodating long loads
Remove the head restraints from the front 
passenger and rear seats (see ‘Head restraint 
removal’, page 37), move the front passenger 
seat forwards as far as possible and fully recline 
the seat backrest. Finally, fold the backrest (or 
the appropriate part of the backrest in the case 
of 60/40 split seats) fully forward as shown.
Loads that are too long to be carried inside the 
vehicle should be carried on the roof (see 
‘ROOF RACK*’, page 125).
If it is necessary to carry a load that protrudes 
through the taildoor, or taildoor window, be 
aware of any territorial restriction restricting the 
length of any such load. In addition, ensure that 
loads DO NOT rest on the glass of a partially 
open window. Damage to the glass or window 
mechanism may occur.
WARNING
You are advised NOT to carry loads which 
require driving with the taildoor or taildoor 
window open - poisonous fumes will be drawn 
into the vehicle! If driving the vehicle in this 
condition is unavoidable, switch the heater to 
face level vents with all vents open, close the 
sunroof and windows and turn the air blower 
to position 4.
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Maximum luggage space
To create an extra large luggage area:
1.Lift the seat release levers to release the 
backrest and fold the seat backrest 
forward.
2.Tip the whole seat assembly forward as 
shown in illustration and readjust the front 
seats as required.
To return the seats to their normal position; 
push the seat base release levers (shown in 
lower inset) rearwards to unlock the seat base 
and unfold the seats. Ensure the seat backrests 
are properly secured by attempting to push 
them forwards - there should be no movement. ‘Latch secure’ indicator
A ‘latch secure’ indicator, mounted on the top of 
the right hand side of the rear seat backrest, will 
pop up showing a red band, when the catch is 
released.
When returning the seat to the upright position, 
ensure the indicator drops back into the 
backrest and that the red band is no longer 
visible - this confirms that the larger portion of 
the backrest is secure.
NOTE: The ‘latch secure’ indicator does NOT 
indicate that the smaller portion of the 60/40 
split backrest is secure - this must be checked 
individually. 
WARNING
When returning the seats to the upright 
position, ensure that the seat belts are not 
trapped.
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