Land Rover Range Rover 1999 Owners Handbook Aus Rover

Off-road driving
188 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
After driving off-road
Before rejoining the public highway, or
driving at speeds above 40 km/h,
consideration should be given to the
following:
·Wheels and tyres must be cleaned of
mud and inspected for damage -
ensure there are no lumps or bulges
in the tyres or exposure of the ply or
cord structure.
·Brake discs and calipers should be
examined and any stones or grit that
may affect braking efficiency
removed.
Servicing requirements
Vehicles operated in arduous...

Off-road driving
189 Stopping the vehicle on soft ground, in
sand or on an incline
If you do stop the vehicle, remember:
Starting on an incline or in soft ground or
sand is almost impossible. Always park on a
firm, level area, or with the vehicle facing
downhill.
To avoid wheel spin, select second or third
gear and use the minimum throttle necessary
to get the vehicle moving. For automatic
transmission vehicles, select D (or 4 if in
LOW range). In LOW range, select MANUAL
mode (seeTransmissionsfor...

Off-road driving
190 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
191
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
192
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
193
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
194 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
195
A
ABS in action! 105..........................................
Access code 16..............................................
Accessories 181.............................................
After sales service 182....................................
Air conditioning 77.........................................
Air distribution 79...........................................
Air suspension 110 & 111...............................
Airbag SRS 48 & 167......................................
Airbag SRS...

Index
196 Handset 11 & 21 & 146..................................
Hazard warning lights 68................................
Head restraint adjustment 35 & 37 & 41.........
Headlight main & dipped beam 64 & 160........
Headlight wash/wipe 67 & 141........................
Headlight wipers 141......................................
Heated front seats 79......................................
Heated rear screen 79.....................................
Heated windscreen 79.......................................

Index
197 Security information card 16..........................
Selector lever positions 101...........................
Service Portfolio 3 & 129................................
Side lights 63 & 159........................................
Side repeater lights 162..................................
Snow chains 140 & 194..................................
Spare wheel 148.............................................
Speedometer 57.............................................
Starter switch...