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

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WARNING
Following inflation, some SRS/airbag 
components are hot - DO NOT touch until they 
have cooled.
Even with SRS/airbag equipment fitted, seat 
belts must ALWAYS be worn because:
•An airbag will only provide additional 
protection in certain types of frontal 
collisions. NO protection is afforded 
against the effects of side or rear impacts, 
rollover accidents, or minor frontal 
impacts.
•Inflation and deflation take place 
instantaneously and will not provide 
protection against the effects of secondary 
impacts that can occur during multiple 
vehicle collisions.
WARNING
The airbag module inflates with considerable 
speed and force. For your safety:
An inflating airbag can cause facial abrasions 
and other injuries. The injurious effects of 
airbag inflation can be minimized, by 
ensuring driver and passenger are seated 
correctly, with the seat moved back as far as 
is practical, and the seat belts worn correctly.
National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration (NHTSA) recommends a 
minimum distance of 10 inches (25 cm) 
between the occupant’s chest and the driver’s 
airbag module.
NEVER attach accessory items to an airbag 
module cover, or place items of hand luggage 
or any objects on the top of a module cover. 
These could interfere with the inflation of the 
airbag, or if the airbag inflates, be propelled 
inside the vehicle causing injury or death to 
the occupants.
DO NOT allow occupants to obstruct the 
operation of the airbag modules by placing 
their feet, knees or any part of their person in 
contact with, or close to, an airbag module 
whilst the vehicle is moving.
When an airbag inflates, a fine powder is 
released. This is not an indication of a 
malfunction. However, the powder may cause 
irritation to the skin and should be thoroughly 
flushed from the eyes and any cuts or 
abrasions of the skin.
Both front seating positions are equipped with 
knee bolsters to provide knee protection in 
the event of an impact. DO NOT modify the 
bolsters, or mount after-market equipment on 
or behind them. 
						

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Seating positions
In order to provide optimum protection in the 
event of a severe frontal impact, it is necessary 
for the airbags to deploy with considerable 
speed.
An inflating airbag can cause facial abrasions 
and other injuries if the occupant is too close to 
the airbag at the time of its deployment.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of accidental injury from 
inflating airbags, seat belts should be 
correctly worn at all times. In addition, both 
driver and front seat passenger should adjust 
their seat to provide the maximum practical 
distance from the front airbags. 
Occupants not seated correctly in allocated 
seats can be subject to serious injury or death 
upon airbag deployment.
Never place your arm over an air bag module 
as a deploying air bag can result in serious 
arm fractures or other injuries.
HOW THE AIRBAG SRS WORKS
In the event of a severe frontal impact, the 
airbag control unit monitors the rate of 
deceleration induced by the collision, to 
determine whether the airbags should be 
deployed.
Operation of the airbag SRS is dependent 
entirely on the rate at which the vehicles 
passenger compartment changes speed as a 
result of a collision. The circumstances 
affecting different collisions (vehicle speed, 
angle of impact, type and size of object hit, for 
example), vary considerably and will affect the 
rate of deceleration accordingly.
NOTE: The SRS/airbag is not designed to 
activate in all frontal impacts; most minor 
frontal impacts, heavy braking and driving over 
pot holes will not result in sufficient 
deceleration to cause the airbags to inflate. This 
does not indicate that there is a fault with the 
system. However, if as a result of an impact, 
you believe the airbags should have deployed 
and they failed to do so, please call 
1(800)637-6837 for advice, or to arrange for a 
Land Rover representative to inspect the 
vehicle to determine whether the system 
operated correctly.
It follows, therefore, that significant superficial 
damage can occur without the airbags 
deploying or, conversely, that a relatively small 
amount of structural damage may cause the 
airbags to be deployed.
Airbags will only deploy when they are 
required to supplement the restraining force 
of the seat belts.
In the case of a severe frontal collision, both 
front airbags and seat belt pre-tensioners will 
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Airbag inflation is virtually instantaneous and 
occurs with considerable force, accompanied 
by a loud noise. The inflated bag, together with 
the seat belt restraint system, limit the 
movement of a front seat occupant, thereby 
reducing the risk of injury to the head and upper 
torso.
When an airbag inflates, a fine powder is 
released. This is not an indication of a 
malfunction, however, the powder may cause 
irritation to the skin and should be thoroughly 
flushed from the eyes and any cuts or abrasions 
of the skin. After inflation the airbags deflate 
immediately. This provides a gradual 
cushioning effect for the occupant and also 
ensures that the drivers forward vision is not 
impaired.
WARNING
After inflation, some airbag components are 
hot - DO NOT touch until they have cooled.Airbag SRS warning light
Whenever the starter switch is turned to 
position ‘II’, the diagnostic control unit 
monitors the readiness of the systems 
electrical circuits. The elements of the system 
being monitored include:
•SRS warning light
•Rotary coupler
•Airbag modules
•Airbag diagnostic control unit
•Airbag wiring harness
WARNING
A warning light mounted on the instrument 
panel will alert you to any malfunction of the 
SRS/airbag. The system should always be 
checked by a retailer if any of the following 
symptoms occurs. These indicate a fault, 
which may result in the SRS/airbag not 
operating as required in the event of a frontal 
impact.
•The warning light fails to illuminate when 
the starter switch is turned to position ‘II’.
•The warning light fails to extinguish within 
approximately five seconds after the 
starter switch is turned to position ‘II’.
•The warning light illuminates after the 
engine is started, or while the vehicle is 
being driven.
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CHILD SEATS
Children aged 12 years and under are more 
likely than adult occupants to receive injuries 
from inflating airbags. For this reason, it is 
recommended that children should always be 
seated in the second row of seats in a child 
safety seat or restraint system appropriate to 
their age and size, (see ‘CHILD RESTRAINTS 
FOR SMALL CHILDREN AND BABIES’, page 45, 
and ‘CHILD RESTRAINTS FOR LARGER 
CHILDREN’, page 45).
If it is necessary for a child to travel in the front, 
set the seat fully rearwards and use a front 
facing child seat ONLY.
WARNING
DO NOT USE A REAR FACING CHILD SEAT IN 
ANY FRONT PASSENGER SEAT LOCATION. If 
the passenger airbag inflates, a child in a rear 
facing child restraint could sustain serious 
injury or death.
Children could be endangered in a crash if 
their child restraints are not properly secured 
in the vehicle. Be sure to install child 
restraints according to the manufacturers 
instructions.
Under no circumstances should a rear facing 
child seat be installed facing forward in any 
seating position.
SERVICE INFORMATION
WARNING
DO NOT attempt to service, repair, replace, 
modify or tamper with any part of the airbag 
SRS, or wiring in the vicinity of an airbag SRS 
component; this could cause the system to 
activate, resulting in personal injury.
Some SRS/airbag and seat belt pre-tensioner 
components must be replaced by a Land Rover 
retailer after 10 or 15 years respectively from 
the date of manufacture (shown on the 
certification plate on the rear face of the left 
hand front door). See your Passport to Service 
for details of the dates.
In addition, ALWAYS contact your retailer if: 
•an airbag inflates.
•the front of the vehicle is damaged, even if 
the airbag has not inflated. 
•any part of an airbag module cover (the 
steering wheel center pad or facia panel) 
shows signs of cracking or damage.  
						

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WARNING
The components that make up the airbag SRS 
are sensitive to electrical or physical 
interference, either of which could easily 
damage the system and cause inadvertent 
operation or a malfunction of the airbag.
For your safety it is recommended that you 
seek the assistance of a Land Rover retailer to 
carry out any of the following:
•Removal or repair of any wiring or 
component in the vicinity of any of the SRS 
components, including the steering 
wheel, steering column, instrument and 
facia panels.
•Installation of electronic equipment such 
as a mobile phone, two-way radio or 
in-car entertainment system.
•Attachment of accessories to the front of 
the vehicle.
WARNING
Modification of the front of the vehicle could 
adversely affect airbag performance and 
should NOT be undertaken.
Disposing of vehicles
If you sell your vehicle, be sure to inform the 
new owner that the vehicle has an airbag SRS 
and make the new owner aware that certain 
components of the system will need replacing 
after a number of years. These intervals are 
detailed in your Passport to Service.
If your vehicle is to be scrapped; uninflated 
airbags are potentially very dangerous and 
must be safely deployed in a controlled 
environment by qualified personnel, before a 
vehicle is scrapped. 
						

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Steering ColumnSTEERING COLUMN ADJUSTMENT
The angle of the steering column can be 
adjusted to suit your driving position: 
1.With the vehicle stationary, push the 
locking lever fully down to free the 
steering column.
2.Move the steering wheel (up or down) into 
the desired position, making sure the 
instrument panel is clearly visible.
3.When adjustment is complete, pull the 
locking lever fully up to lock the steering 
column in position.
WARNING
DO NOT adjust the steering column while the 
vehicle is in motion. This is extremely 
dangerous and may result in loss of control of 
the vehicle!
DO NOT drive the vehicle unless the locking 
lever is in the locked position (fully up).
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							Instruments
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InstrumentsINSTRUMENT PANEL
1. Fuel gauge
The pointer indicates the fuel level when the 
starter switch is turned to position ‘II’. After 
refuelling, the pointer slowly rises to the new 
level after the starter switch is turned on. When 
the starter switch is turned off, the pointer 
quickly lowers to the ‘empty’ position.
An indicator light in the fuel gauge illuminates 
when the fuel level is low (approximately 1.8 US 
gallons (7 liters) fuel remaining). If the light 
illuminates, refuel at the earliest opportunity.
An arrow on the face of the gauge indicates on 
which side of the vehicle the filler is located.
CAUTION: Never allow the vehicle to run out of 
fuel - the resultant misfire could damage the 
catalytic converter.
NOTE: Driving on twisting or hilly roads may 
disturb the accuracy of the fuel gauge. It is 
advisable to check the fuel level when the 
vehicle is travelling on a straight, level road.
2. Tachometer
Indicates engine speed in revolutions per 
minute (x 1000). To protect the engine from 
damage, NEVER allow the tachometer pointer 
to enter the RED sector.3. Speedometer
Indicates road speed in miles per hour and 
kilometres per hour.
NOTE: Prominence is given to the speed units 
used in the country in which the vehicle will be 
used.
4.Trip recorder reset button
When the starter switch is turned on, the 
display shows either the odometer reading, or 
the trip recorder reading. By pressing the trip 
recorder reset button briefly, the display will 
change between trip recorder and odometer 
modes.
With the trip recorder mode displayed, press 
and hold the reset button for 2 seconds to reset 
the trip recorder display to zero.
5. Temperature gauge
This gauge indicates the temperature of the 
engine coolant. As the engine warms up, the 
pointer will rise to the mid-point of the gauge, 
where it should remain while the engine is 
operating at its normal temperature.
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If the pointer reaches the RED mark, the coolant 
is too hot and severe engine damage could 
result; in which case you should stop the 
vehicle as soon as safety permits and seek 
qualified assistance.6. Digital display
The panel displays the following:
•Odometer reading (shows the total distance 
travelled by the vehicle). The word ‘ODO’ is 
displayed.
•Trip recorder (for recording individual 
journey distances). The word ‘TRIP’ is 
displayed instead of ‘ODO’.
•Gear selector position (‘1’, ‘2’, ‘4’, ‘P’, ‘R’, 
‘N’, ‘D’).
•The word ‘SPORT’ confirms the selection of 
Sport mode.
•Manual mode gear selection information 
(‘1’, ‘2’, ‘3’, ‘4’ or ‘5’).
For further information concerning the 
automatic transmission, (see 
‘‘CommandShift
TM TRANSMISSION’, 
page 103’).
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Instrument illumination control
Rotate the control up to increase, or down to 
reduce, the intensity of instrument panel 
illumination.
The instrument illumination control also 
adjusts illumination of all switch lighting 
sources forward of the driver.
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							Warning Lights
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Wa rn in g Ligh tsINSTRUMENT PANEL
Direction indicators - GREEN
The left or right warning light 
flashes in time with the relevant 
direction indicator when they are 
operated. If either warning light fails to flash or 
flashes rapidly, the selected direction indicator 
light is not operating.
 NOTE: If the hazard warning lights are 
operated, both direction indicator warning 
lights will flash together.
Headlight high beam - BLUE
Illuminates when the headlights are 
switched to high beam.Cruise control - AMBER
Illuminates when the cruise control 
master switch is turned on and 
cruise control is active, and 
extinguishes when the switch is turned off or if 
cruise control is deactivated.
Service engine soon- AMBER 
Illuminates as a bulb check when 
the starter switch is turned to 
position ‘II’ and extinguishes when 
the engine is started. If the light illuminates 
while the engine is running, this indicates the 
detection of an emissions fault by the engine 
management system.
If the light illuminates and the vehicle drives 
normally: 
•Contact a retailer to arrange a service 
appointment at your earliest convenience - 
you may still drive the vehicle.
If the light flashes and/or the vehicle does not 
drive normally: 
•Avoid high speeds and seek immediate 
assistance from your retailer.
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MPH km/h
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
RED warning lights are of particular 
importance, their illumination indicates 
that a fault exists. If a RED warning light 
illuminates, stop the vehicle and review 
the specific instructions given in this 
section.