Land Rover Range Rover 1999 Owners Handbook 2nd Edition Exp Rover

Off-road driving
196 DRIVING ON ROUGH TRACKS
On very rough tracks, engage the LOW gear
range to enable a steady, low speed to be
maintained without constant use of the clutch
and brake pedals.
CLIMBING STEEP SLOPES
ALWAYS follow the line of the slope; travelling
diagonally could encourage the vehicle to slide
broadside down the slope.
Steep climbs will usually require the LOW gear
range. If the surface is loose or slippery, use
sufficient speed in the highest practical gear
to take advantage of the...

Off-road driving
197
DESCENDING STEEP SLOPES
A.Stop the vehicle at least a vehicle length
before the slope, engage LOW range and
then select the lowest gear.
B.Unless it is necessary to stop the vehicle
in order to negotiate obstructions, DO NOT
touch the brake or clutch pedals during
the descent; the engine will limit the
speed, keeping the vehicle under control
provided the front wheels are turning. If
the vehicle begins to slide, accelerate
gently to maintain directional stability. DO
NOT use the...

Off-road driving
198
TRAVERSING A SLOPE
Before crossing a slope always observe the
following precautions:
·Check that the ground is firm and not
slippery.
·Check that the wheels on the downhill side
of the vehicle are not likely to drop into
any depressions in the ground and that the
uphill wheels will not run over rocks, tree
roots, or similar obstacles that could
suddenly increase the angle of tilt.
·Ensure that passenger weight is evenly
distributed, that all roof rack luggage is
removed and that all...

Off-road driving
199
CROSSING A RIDGE
Approach at right angles so that both front
wheels cross the ridge together; an angled
approach could cause traction to be lost
through diagonally opposite wheels lifting
from the ground at the same time.
CROSSING A DITCH
Cross ditches at an angle so that three wheels
always maintain contact with the ground (if
approached head on, both front wheels will
drop into the ditch together, possibly resulting
in the chassis and front bumper being trapped
on opposite sides of...

Off-road driving
200 After wading
Drive the vehicle a short distance and apply
the footbrake to check that the brakes are fully
effective.
DO NOT rely on the handbrake alone to hold
the vehicle stationary until the transmission
has thoroughly dried out; in the meantime,
use wheel chocks or leave the vehicle parked
in gear.
Remove any protective covering from in front
of the radiator grille.
If the water was particularly muddy, remove
any blockages (mud and leaves) from the
radiator and oil cooler (behind...

Index
201
A
ABS in action! 108..........................................
Access code 16..............................................
Accessories 187.............................................
After sales service 188....................................
Air conditioning 78.........................................
Air distribution 80...........................................
Air suspension 113 & 114...............................
Airbag SRS 47 & 172......................................
Airbag SRS...

Index
202 Gear selection manual gearbox 100................
Gear selector lever 102...................................
General data 175.............................................
Glass & mirrors 171.......................................
Glovebox 83 & 170.........................................
Ground clearance 193.....................................
H
Halogen bulbs 163..........................................
Handbrake 107...............................................
Handset 11 & 21 &...

Index
203 Rear window isolation switch 71....................
Rear-view mirror 84.......................................
Replacement tyres 145...................................
Reversing lights 167.......................................
Ride height settings 114.................................
Road testing on dynamometers 134...............
Roof rack 125.................................................
Running-in 93.................................................
S
Safety in the garage...