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On-Road Driving
On-Road Driving
INSTRUMENTS AND WARNING LIGHTS . . . . . .  163
POWER ASSISTED STEERING . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  163
WARMING UP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  163
VEHICLE HEIGHT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  163
DRIVING PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  164
FUEL ECONOMY  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  165
BREAKDOWN SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  165 

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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 (see ‘INSTRUMENT PANEL’, 
page 63).
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...

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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 
centre 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....

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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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Off-Road Driving
BEFORE YOU DRIVE  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  169
BASIC OFF-ROAD TECHNIQUES  . . . . . . . . . . . .  170
AFTER DRIVING OFF-ROAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  172
SERVICING REQUIREMENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  172
Driving Techniques
DRIVING ON SOFT SURFACES & DRY SAND  . .  173
DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES
(ice, snow, mud, wet grass). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  173
CLIMBING STEEP SLOPES  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  174
DESCENDING...

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Off-Road DrivingBEFORE YOU DRIVE
Before venturing off-road, it is absolutely 
essential that inexperienced drivers become 
fully familiar with the vehicles controls and 
also study the off-road driving techniques 
described on the following pages.
WARNING
Off-road driving can be hazardous.
•DO NOT take unnecessary risks and be 
prepared for emergencies at all times.
•Your Freelander has a higher ground 
clearance and hence, a higher centre of 
gravity than an...

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BASIC OFF-ROAD TECHNIQUES
These basic driving techniques are an 
introduction to the art of off-road driving and do 
not necessarily provide the information needed 
to successfully cope with every single off-road 
situation.
We strongly recommend that owners who 
intend to drive off-road frequently, should seek 
as much additional information and practical 
experience as possible.
Before driving off-road it is important that you 
check the condition of the wheels and tires and 
that...