Land Rover Freelander Owners Handbook Lrl 18 02 50 501 Rover

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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.
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 centre pad or facia panel) 
shows signs of cracking or damage. 
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.
•Modification to the front of the vehicle, 
including the bumper and chassis.
•Attachment of accessories to the front of 
the vehicle.Disposing of vehicles
If you sell your vehicle, be sure to inform the 
new owner that the vehicle has an airbag SRS. 
In addition,
If your vehicle is to be scrapped; airbags that 
have not been deployed 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 that 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.
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. 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.
2. 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.
If the pointer reaches the RED sector, the 
coolant is too hot and severe engine damage 
could result; stop the vehicle as soon as safety 
permits and seek qualified assistance.3. Over-temperature warning light
Illuminates when the engine coolant 
temperature reaches the RED sector (248
oF 
120oC). Illuminates as a bulb check when the 
ignition switch is turned to position II and 
extinguishes when the engine is started.
4. Speedometer
Indicates road speed in miles per hour and 
kilometres per hour.
5.Trip recorder reset button
When the ignition 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 the trip recorder and odometer 
modes. With the trip recorder mode displayed, 
press and hold the reset button for 2 seconds to 
reset the display to zero.
Pressing the button with the ignition off, will 
display the odometer reading for 5 seconds.
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6. Digital display
The panel displays the following:
A.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.
B.Automatic gear selector position (1, 2, 
4, P, R, N, D) - automatic 
transmission only.
The word SPORT confirms the selection 
of Sport mode - automatic transmission 
only. 
Manual mode gear selection information 
(1, 2, 3, 4 or 5) - automatic 
transmission onl.yC.External temperature reading. Displays the 
temperature outside of the vehicle whilst 
in motion. The snowflake symbol will 
appear to the left of the temperature 
reading when the outside temperature 
drops below 39
oF (4oC).
NOTE: The temperature reading will remain 
static whilst the vehicle is stationary.
For further information concerning the 
automatic transmission, (see ‘CommandShift® 
TRANSMISSION’, page 121).
7. Temperature unit change
Pressing the button will toggle the temperature 
display between Celsius (
oC) and Fahrenheit 
(oF).
8. Fuel gauge
The pointer indicates the fuel level when the 
ignition switch is turned to position II. After 
refuelling, the pointer rises to the new level after 
the ignition switch is turned on. When the 
ignition switch is turned off, the pointer quickly 
lowers to the empty position.
An arrow on the face of the fuel gauge indicates 
the side of the vehicle on which the fuel filler is 
situated.
WARNING
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.
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9. Low-fuel warning light
Illuminates when the fuel level is low 
(approximately 2 gallons (9 litres) remaining). 
If the light illuminates, refuel at the earliest 
opportunity.
Illuminates as a bulb check when the ignition 
switch is turned to position II and 
extinguishes when the engine is started.Instrument illumination control
Rotate the control upwards to increase, or 
down to decrease, the intensity of the 
instrument panel illumination.
The illumination control also adjusts the 
intensity of all switch illumination forward of 
the driver.
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							Warning Lights
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Warning  LightsINSTRUMENT PANEL
The location and specification of the warning 
lights may vary according to model and market 
requirements.
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 
lamp is not operating.
 NOTE: If the hazard warning lamps are 
operated, both direction indicator warning 
lights will flash together.
Headlamp high beam - BLUE
Illuminates when the headlamps 
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 ignition 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: 
•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 qualified 
assistance urgently.
Service engine - AMBER
lluminates as a bulb check when 
the ignition switch is turned to 
position II and extinguishes when 
the engine is started. If the light illuminates, this 
indicates an engine service by a retailer is 
required.
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Parking brake & brake system - RED
The light illuminates when the 
Parking brake is applied and 
extinguishes when it is fully 
released. If the light illuminates while the 
Parking brake is released, a fault with the 
braking system is indicated, check the brake 
fluid level (see ‘BRAKE FLUID’, page 195). If the 
light continues to illuminate, seek qualified 
assistance urgently.
Door open - RED
Illuminates when any of the doors 
(including the taildoor and hood) 
are not fully closed. DO NOT drive 
the vehicle with the light illuminated.
Traction control - AMBER
Illuminates as a bulb and system 
check when the ignition switch is 
turned to position II and 
extinguishes after approximately 4 seconds. 
The light illuminates for a minimum of 2 
seconds, whenever traction control is 
operating.
If the light illuminates continuously while 
traction control is NOT operating, a fault with 
the system is indicated; seek qualified 
assistance.
The light also has an overheat function: if 
traction control is required, but the brakes are 
too hot, the light will flash for the period when 
traction control is required and traction has 
been lost.ABS - AMBER
Illuminates for approximately 1 
second as a bulb and system check 
when the ignition switch is turned 
to position II, and then extinguishes. The light 
may blink during this time.
If the light remains on or subsequently 
illuminates while driving, a fault has been 
detected by the self-monitoring system. This 
means that full ABS control may not be 
available and you should seek qualified 
assistance urgently.
Hill descent control (HDC) ‘failure’ - AMBER
The light illuminates briefly as a 
bulb check when the ignition switch 
is turned to position II. The light 
will flash if the brakes become in danger of 
overheating and continue flashing until the 
brakes have cooled sufficiently to enable HDC 
to operate again (see also ‘HDC fade-out’, 
page 127). 
If the light illuminates at any other time, a fault 
in the system is indicated. If this occurs, 
deselect HDC and consult your Land Rover 
Retailer.
Hill descent control (HDC) ‘information’ - 
GREEN
Illuminates briefly as a bulb check 
when the ignition switch is turned 
to position II and will illuminate 
when HDC is selected. 
If HDC is selected when either of the operating 
gears is engaged (1st or reverse), the light will 
illuminate continuously. 
When HDC is selected and a non-operating gear 
is engaged, the light will flash to inform the 
driver that HDC is selected, but not operating 
(see also ‘HDC fade-out’, page 127).  
						

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Low oil pressure - RED
Illuminates as a bulb check when 
the ignition switch is turned to 
position II and extinguishes when 
the engine is started. If the light remains on, 
flashes on and off or illuminates continuously 
when driving, serious engine damage could 
occur; stop the vehicle as soon as safety 
permits and SWITCH OFF THE ENGINE 
IMMEDIATELY. Seek qualified assistance 
before driving. 
Seat belt - RED
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The light illuminates when the 
ignition switch is turned to position 
II as a reminder to the driver to 
ensure that the seat belts of all occupied seats 
are securely fastened. The light extinguishes 
after approximately five seconds, or when the 
driver’s seat belt is fastened.
Airbag SRS - RED
The light illuminates when the 
ignition switch is turned to position 
II and extinguishes after about five 
seconds. If the light illuminates at any other 
time, seek qualified assistance urgently.
Battery charging - RED
The light illuminates as a bulb 
check when the ignition switch is 
turned to position II and 
extinguishes as soon as the engine is running. 
If it remains on, or illuminates when driving, a 
fault with the battery charging system is 
indicated. Seek qualified assistance urgently.Trailer direction indicators - GREEN
Illuminates in conjunction with the 
vehicle direction indicator lights to 
show that all trailer indicator lights 
are functioning correctly. In the event of a bulb 
failure on the trailer, the warning light flashes 
once and then remains off.
When a trailer is not fitted, the warning light will 
flash once each time the direction indicator 
switch is operated.
NOTE: The trailer direction indicator light will 
also flash when the hazard warning lamps are 
activated, whether a trailer is attached or not. 
						

							Audible Warnings
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A udible  Warn ingsAUDIBLE WARNINGS
Lights on reminder
If the vehicle side, or headlamps are left on after 
the ignition switch is turned off, a warning 
chime will sound when the drivers door is 
opened. The chime will cease as soon as the 
lamps are switched off, or when the drivers 
door is closed.
Ignition key reminder
If the key is left in the ignition switch while the 
driver’s door is open, a warning will chime 
continuously. The chime stops as soon as the 
door is closed, or the key is removed from the 
ignition switch. 
						

							Lamps & Indicators
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La mps  & Indica to rsDIRECTION INDICATORS
Move the lever DOWN to indicate a LEFT turn, 
and UP to indicate a RIGHT turn (the 
appropriate GREEN warning light on the 
instrument panel will flash in time with the 
direction indicators). 
Hold the lever part-way up or down against 
spring pressure to indicate a lane change.
LAMPS
The side, tail and headlamps operate with the 
ignition switch in any position. 
If the exterior lamps are left on after the ignition 
switch is turned off, a warning chime will sound 
as soon as the drivers door is opened. The 
chime will cease as soon as the lamps are 
switched off, or the door is closed.
Side, tail lamps and instrument panel lights
Turn lighting switch to position 1.
Headlamps
Turn lighting switch to position 2.
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