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

							Automatic transmission
106 Manual mode
Press the mode switch whilst the gearbox is in
Low range to select Manual mode; this
enables the transmission to function as a
manual gearbox, providing maximum vehicle
control and engine braking - ideal for use in
severe off-road conditions (the message
centre displays LM along with the selected
gear, eg.LM3).
NOTE:Changing from High to Low range (or
vice versa) will automatically cancel Sport or
Manual mode.
Towing for recovery
If it is necessary for the vehicle to be towed on
all four wheels, transfer neutral MUST be
selected. (See
Emergency towing). 
						

							Braking systems
107 FOOT BRAKE
As a safety precaution, the hydraulic braking
system operates through dual circuits. If one
circuit fails the other will continue to function,
but increased brake pedal travel, greater pedal
effort and longer stopping distances will be
experienced.
Brake pads
Brake pads require a period of bedding in. You
should avoid heavy braking except in
emergencies for at least the first 800 km.
Remember that regular servicing is vital to
ensure that the brake pads are examined for
wear and changed periodically to ensure long
term safety and optimum performance.
WARNING
DO NOT rest your foot on the brake pedal
while travelling as this may overheat the
brakes, reduce their efficiency and cause
excessive wear.
NEVER move a vehicle without the engine
running because braking assistance may not
be available. The pedal brakes will still
function, but more pressure will be
required.
ALWAYS take particular care when being
towed with the engine turned off.
If the brake warning light should illuminate
while the vehicle is in motion, bring the
vehicle to a halt as quickly as traffic
conditions and safety permit and seek
qualified assistance before continuing DO
NOT pump the brake pedal. If the brake
pedal is pumped the braking system may
lose any remaining assistance available.
HANDBRAKE
Unlike most other vehicles, the handbrake
operates on the rear propeller shaft, and NOT
on the road wheels. This may result in slight
movement of the vehicle after the handbrake
is applied.
Apply the handbrake by pulling back the lever.
To release, pull the lever back slightly and
hold the release button depressed while
allowing the lever to fully return to its off
position.
WARNING
DO NOT apply the handbrake while the
vehicle is in motion (except in an
emergency) as this could result in loss of
vehicle control and damage to the
transmission.
Do not rely on the handbrake to operate
effectively if the vehicle has been subjected
to immersion in mud and water. (see
Off-road driving). 
						

							Braking systems
108 ANTI-LOCK BRAKING
The purpose of anti-lock braking (ABS) is to
allow efficient braking without wheel locking,
thereby allowing the driver to retain
steerability and control of the vehicle.
WARNING
ABS cannot overcome the physical
limitations of stopping the vehicle in too
short a distance, cornering at too high a
speed, or the danger of aquaplaning, i.e.
where a layer of water prevents adequate
contact between the tyres and the road
surface.
The fact that a vehicle is fitted with ABS
must never tempt the driver into taking risks
that could affect his/her safety or that of
other road users. In all cases, it remains the
drivers responsibility to drive within normal
safety margins, having due consideration for
the prevailing weather and traffic
conditions.
The driver should always take account of the
surface to be travelled over and the fact that
brake pedal reactions will be different to
those experienced on a non-ABS vehicle.
ABS incorporates a monitoring system which
checks that all the electrical components are
in working order before each journey and also
at frequent intervals while the vehicle is in use.
The warning lights on the instrument panel
are part of this system and it is essential that
the driver observes these and fully
understands their functions - these are fully
described in Section 2 of the handbook under
Warning lights.
WARNING
DO NOT drive until the red brake warning
light has extinguished (with the handbrake
released). If the light stays on or illuminates
whilst driving, this indicates either a
malfunction of the system or low fluid level
in the reservoir. In this case ABS control is
not available. Stop as soon as safety
permits and seek qualified assistance
before continuing.
ABS in action!
Under normal driving conditions (where
sufficient road surface friction exists to
reliably bring the vehicle to a halt without the
wheels locking), ABS will not be brought into
operation.
However, should the braking force exceed the
available adhesion between the tyres and the
road surface, then ABS will automatically
come into operation; brake pedal feel will
harden, and the sound of solenoid cycling
may be heard as the ABS regulates braking
pressure to ensure wheel rotation.
Little further pedal travel will be possible at
this point, but effort on the pedal can be
varied to influence braking while the ABS
retains control.
During braking, some vibration may be felt
through the brake pedal. This is a normal
result of the system regulating braking
pressure. However, frequent vibration
indicates a hazardous surface under the road
wheels and is a warning to the driver to adjust
speed to suit the road surface and traffic
conditions. 
						

							Braking systems
109 When ABS stops operating, extra initial pedal
travel will be experienced and the feel of the
brake pedal will revert to its non-ABS
condition.
WARNING
Do not pump the brake pedal at any time as
this will interrupt ABS operation and may
increase braking distance.
Ensure that there are no obstructions
beneath the brake pedal which may prevent
full travel, i.e. additional floor mats.
Brake pedal reactions will be different from
those experienced on a non-ABS vehicle.
Additional operating information
·Under ABS control, heavy braking on a dry
road may produce tyre noise and slight
marking of the road surface. Neither need
cause concern.
·Solenoid cycling may sometimes be heard
when driving on very rough roads or while
feathering (light braking) over irregular or
pitted surfaces. This is part of the normal
ABS function.
·If excessive pedal travel is experienced,
full braking will still be available; push the
pedal through the free movement until
resistance is felt, then apply the necessary
force to obtain braking. However, as soon
as safety permits stop the vehicle and seek
qualified assistance before continuing.
·On soft surfaces such as powdery snow,
sand or gravel, and also on very rough
surfaces, braking distances with ABS may
be greater than those achievable with a
non-ABS system. This is because the
natural action of locked wheels on soft
surfaces is to build up a wedge of material
in front of the wheels which assists in
stopping (however, ABS will continue to
provide better stability and steering
control).
·If the vehicle is brought to rest on a steep
slope which has a very low-friction
surface, the vehicle may slide with the
wheels locked because there is no wheel
rotation to signal movement to the ABS. If
this occurs, momentarily release the
brakes (to permit some wheel rotation),
before re-applying them to allow ABS to
regain control. Where a slow descent is
necessary, engage a LOW range gear with
the engine running to allow a controlled
descent (see
Off-road drivingfor further
information).
WARNING
ABS is designed to operate only with
genuine Land Rover parts, and the tyres and
wheels specified in General data.
Land Rover cannot accept any responsibility
for inefficient operation of the system
caused by modifications to the vehicle or the
fitting of non-approved components. Always
consult your Land Rover dealer for advice. 
						

							Traction control
110 ELECTRONIC TRACTION CONTROL
The purpose of electronic traction control is to
aid traction when one wheel on an axle spins
whilst the other still has good grip, e.g, if one
side of the vehicle is on ice and the other is on
tarmac. The system works by applying the
brake to a spinning wheel in order to transfer
torque to the other side of the axle.
NOTE:Traction control only operates below
approximately 100 km/h.
The instrument panel has a traction control
warning light (TC) and, when appropriate,
traction control messages will also be
displayed in the message centre.
The warning light illuminates
whenever the system is active
(for a minimum of 2 seconds)
and is accompanied by the message centre
displaying TRACTION. In the unlikely event
that traction control is used continuously for
too long (in excess of approximately 1
minute), then the control unit shuts down to
allow cooling and the warning light flashes for
at least ten seconds; this is accompanied by
the message centre displaying TRACTION
OVERHEAT.
If there is a fault with the system, then the
warning light will illuminate continuously and
the message centre displays TRACTION
FAILURE. If this occurs, you should contact a
Land Rover dealer at the earliest opportunity. 
						

							Cruise control
111 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
·DO NOT use cruise control on
winding or slippery road surfaces, or
in traffic conditions where a
constant speed cannot easily be
maintained.
·ALWAYS switch off the master
switch when you no longer intend to
use cruise control.
·DO NOT rest your foot under the
accelerator pedal while cruise
control is engaged - your foot could
be trapped.
NOTE:On automatic gearbox models,
selecting Cruise control while the gearbox
is in Sport mode will result in more
frequent and harsher acceleration and
gear changing. This is not recommended.
CRUISE CONTROL(if fitted)
Cruise control enables the driver to maintain a
constant road speed without using the
accelerator pedal. This is particularly useful
for motorway cruising or for any journey
where a constant speed can be maintained for
a lengthy period.
The cruise control system has three switches:
a master switch on the fascia panel and two
control switches marked SET+ and RES
(arrowed in illustration) mounted in the
steering wheel.
To operate
1.Press the master switch (the indicator
light in the switch illuminates).
2.Accelerate until the desired speed is
reached - this must be above the systems
minimum operational speed of 45 km/h
for petrol engine models, or 50 km/h for
diesel engine vehicles.
3.Press the SET+ switch to set the vehicle
speed in the cruise control systems
memory. Cruise control will now maintain
that road speed without the need for
operation of the accelerator.
With cruise control operating, speed can be
increased temporarily, e.g. for overtaking, by
normal use of the accelerator. When the
accelerator is released, road speed will return
to the selected cruising speed. 
						

							Cruise control
112 To reduce the cruising speed
Use the brake pedal to slow the vehicle until
the required speed has been reached, then
press the SET+ switch to establish a new
cruising speed (remember that cruise control
will not operate at speeds below 45 km/h
for petrol engine models, or 50 km/h for
diesel engine vehicles.
On petrol models only:press the RES switch
once momentarily to cut off cruise control; if
the brake pedal is not used, the vehicle will
slow down gradually. When the desired speed
has been reached, press the SET+ switch to
establish the new cruising speed.
To increase the set cruising speed
Press and hold the SET+ switch; the vehicle
will accelerate automatically. Release the
switch as soon as the desired speed has been
reached.
Alternatively, the set speed can be increased
incrementally by tapping the SET+ switch.
For each five taps the speed will increase by 8
km/h.
Disengaging cruise control
Cruise control will automatically disengage if
the brake (or clutch) pedals are pressed, or
when the gear lever is moved into neutral
(gear selector lever positionNfor automatic
gearbox).On petrol models only:press the RES switch
once momentarily to cut off cruise control;
this allows the vehicle to slow down gradually.
If required, press the RES switch again to
re-engage cruise control at the previously-set
speed.
NOTE:The speed held in the cruise control
memory will be cancelled when either the
cruise control master switch or the starter
switch are turned off.
NOTE:Cruise control will disengage
automatically if your road speed falls to less
than 75 per cent of the set speed (this could
occur when towing uphill). 
						

							Air suspension
113
Your vehicle is fitted with an electronically
controlled air suspension system (EAS) which
provides five different ride height settings
including an Access mode. These settings
increase or decrease the height and ground
clearance of your vehicle to cope with
different driving conditions.
In addition, the EAS also provides automatic
suspension levelling.
Before operating EAS
Remember, even if a change of ride height is
selected, it will NOT take place:
·If the tailgate or any door is open.
·Whilst the footbrake is continously applied
for less than 3 minutes.
·If the engine is not running (except for
selection of Access within 40 seconds of
switching off).
If the Access mode is required, ensure the
handbrake is applied (select P for automatic
transmission).
NOTE:Frequent changes between ride
heights could cause the compressor to
overheat. If this occurs, EAS will be fully
operational again after a few minutes when
the compressor has cooled.
CONTROLS
Ride height selector (1)
Press and release the upper or lower arrow on
the rocker switch to raise or lower the vehicle
to the next ride height setting (the relevant
indicator light will illuminate).
Inhibit switch (2)
The indicator light in the switch illuminates as
a bulb check when the starter is initially turned
to position II.
·Press the switch to select Inhibit mode
(indicator light illuminates). This will
prevent automatic changes between
Standard and Low ride height.
·Press again to switch off.
NOTE:Even in Inhibit mode, the ride height
can automatically change from
Access/Crawl to the Low ride height and
from Extended or High profile to High or
Standard.
Ride height indicator panel (3)
All indicator lights illuminate as a bulb check
when the starter switch is initially turned to
position II and remain illuminated until the
engine is started.
Each specific indicator light illuminates when
a height setting is in operation. When a
change in height is activated, the indicator
lights illuminate in the following sequence:
·The new height indicator light flashes.
·When the new height is reached, its
indicator light stops flashing and
illuminates continuously (the previous
indicator light extinguishes). 
						

							Air suspension
114
Air suspension warning light
The warning light on the
instrument panel illuminates as a
bulb check when the starter switch is turned
on and remains illuminated until two seconds
after the engine has started.
In addition, the light will illuminate whilst
driving whenever High or Extended ride
heights are selected, and also if a fault with
the air suspension system is detected.
HEIGHT SETTINGS
Standard ride height
Suitable for most driving
conditions and recommended for
towing (see
Towing with EAS).
High ride height
Approximately 40 mm above
Standard. Improves approach
and departure angles (off-road) and is also
recommended for wading.
Can be selected manually under 55 km/h. If
this speed is exceeded EAS automatically
returns to Standard.
NOTE:The air suspension warning light
illuminates when this height is selected.
WARNING
High ride height must not be selected for
driving on the public highway.
Low ride height
Approximately 25 mm below
Standard. Selected automatically
when speeds of over 80 km/h are sustained
for over 30 seconds. This setting lowers the
vehicles centre of gravity, thereby improving
the handling characteristics of the vehicle. The
vehicle automatically returns to Standard if
speeds below 55 km/h are sustained for over
30 seconds. Low can be manually selected at
any speed when Inhibit mode has been
selected.
Access/Crawl ride height
Access mode
Approximately 65 mm below
Standard, enabling easier access
or loading. Access can be selected with the
engine running and for up to 40 seconds after
it has been switched off provided:
·The vehicle is stationary.
·The handbrake is applied (gearshift in P
for automatic transmission).
·All doors and the tailgate are closed.
·The footbrake is NOT applied. 
						

							Air suspension
115 Access can also be preselected up to 40
seconds before the vehicle stops. However,
the suspension will not begin to lower until
the vehicle is stationary with the handbrake
applied, the gear selector in the P (park)
position and the footbrake released.
Preselection is automatically cancelled if the
40 second period is exceeded.
NOTE:If a door/tailgate is opened or the
footbrake is applied while the vehicle is
changing height, the change will be
interrupted.
When moving off, vehicle height automatically
returns to Standard (Low if Inhibit mode
was operational BEFORE Access was
selected).
If Inhibit mode is selected AFTER Access,
Crawl mode is selected (see
Crawl mode).
WARNING
Always take care when UNLOADING your
vehicle in an area where height is
restricted.
With the starter switch turned off, the
suspension will automatically re-level the
vehicle every time a door (or the tailgate) is
opened and then closed (and every few
hours thereafter).
After unloading, the height of the vehicle
will therefore increase.
Crawl mode
If it is necessary to manoeuvre the vehicle in
an area where height is restricted, Crawl
mode should be selected as follows:
·Select Access.
·If the Inhibit mode is already active,
release the Inhibit switch (indicator light
extinguishes).
·Press the Inhibit switch (indicator light
illuminates).
·The message centre emits an audible
warning and EAS MANUAL is displayed.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
While in Crawl mode: If the vehicle
exceeds 16 km/h, the message centre
emits an audible warning and displays
SLOW: 40 KMH MAX
If the vehicle exceeds 40 km/h, the ride
height automatically changes to Low.
If the vehicle then slows to 32 km/h, the
EAS automatically returns to Crawl
mode.
If road speed reduces to 8 km/h, the
message centre emits an audible warning
and displays EAS MANUAL.
If the engine is switched off in Crawl
mode, the vehicle will return to Access
mode when restarted. If Crawl is still
required, it MUST be reselected !