Land Rover Range Rover 1999 Owners Handbook Aus Rover

							Owner’s Handbook
Instruktieboekje
Manuel du Conducteur
Betriebsanleitung
Manuale di Istruzioni
Manual del Conductor
Manual do Propriet ário 
						

							CONTENTS
SECTION 1Introduction.......................................................... 1
SECTION 2Controls & instruments........................................ 7
SECTION 3Driving & operating............................................. 87
SECTION 4Owner maintenance............................................. 127
SECTION 5General data......................................................... 169
SECTION 6Parts & accessories............................................... 179
SECTION 7Off-road driving.................................................... 183
Index..................................................................... 195
Printed in Australia on 100% Recycled Paper.
Ó1998 Rover Group Limited Publication No. VDH100840
12.98 AUS Range Rover - 1st edition 
						

							1 OWNERS HANDBOOK
This handbook covers all current versions of
the 4.0 and 4.6 litre V8i petrol engine Range
Rover models and, together with the Service
Portfolio book, provides all the information
that you will need to derive maximum
pleasure from owning and driving your new
vehicle.
For convenience, the handbook is divided into
sections, each dealing with a particular aspect
of driving or caring for the vehicle. Sections
are listed on the contents page and you will
find it worthwhile to take a little time to read
each one, and to get to know your Range
Rover as soon as you possibly can.
Remember, the more you understand before
you drive, the greater the satisfaction when
you are seated behind the steering wheel.
The specification of each vehicle will vary
according to territorial requirements and
also from model to model within the vehicle
range. Some of the information published in
this handbook, therefore, may not apply to
your particular vehicle.
If you are in any doubt, then contact your
Dealer.
SECTION 1
Introduction
Section Contents Page
Service Portfolio 3..........................................
Engine compartment labels 4.........................
Vehicle identification 5....................................
Anti-theft precautions 5..................................
Breakdown safety code 6................................
Land Rover operates a policy of
constant product improvement and,
therefore, reserves the right to change
specifications without notice at any
time. Whilst every effort is made to
ensure complete accuracy of the
information in this handbook, no
liabilities for inaccuracies or the
consequences thereof, including loss or
damage to property, or injury to
persons, can be accepted by the
manufacturer or the dealer, except in
respect of personal injury caused by the
negligence of the manufacturer or the
dealer.
All rights reserved. No part of this
publication may be reproduced, stored
in a retrieval system or transmitted, in
any form, electronic, mechanical,
photocopying, recording, or other
means without prior written permission
from Rover Group Limited. 
						

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							Introduction
3 SERVICE PORTFOLIO
The Service Portfolio book included in your
literature pack contains important vehicle
identification information and details of your
entitlement under the terms of the Land Rover
warranty, as well as useful consumer advice.
Most important of all, however, is the section
on maintenance. This outlines the servicing
requirements for your Range Rover and also
incorporates the service record slips, which
the Dealer should sign and stamp to certify
that routine services have been carried out at
the recommended intervals.
WARNING
Safety warnings are included in this
handbook. These indicate either a procedure
which must be followed precisely, or
information that should be considered with
great care in order to avoid the possibility of
personal injury or serious damage to the
vehicle.WARNING LABELS ATTACHED TO THE
VEHICLE
Warning labels attached to your
vehicle bearing this symbol
mean: DO NOT touch or adjust
components until you have read the relevant
instructions in the handbook.
Warning labels showing this
symbol indicate that the ignition
system utilises very high
voltages. DO NOT touch any ignition
components while the starter switch is
turned on!
WARNING
Your vehicle has a higher ground clearance
and, hence, a higher centre of gravity than
ordinary passenger cars. This will result in
different handling characteristics.
Inexperienced drivers should take additional
care, particularly in off-road driving
situations and when performing abrupt
manoeuvres on unstable surfaces. 
						

							Introduction
4 ENGINE COMPARTMENT INFORMATION LABELS
Various labels are fixed to your vehicle to draw your attention to specific safety information. The
following are of particular importance:
A.AIR CONDITIONING
B.KEEP CLEAR OF ROTATING PARTS
C.VIN LABEL - VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER
D.BONNET OPENING AND CLOSING
INSTRUCTIONS
On vehicles with an airbag SRS, remember to
take careful note of warning information labels
that may be attached to the sun visor or other
parts of the vehicle. 
						

							Introduction
5 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
If you need to communicate with a Land
Rover dealer, you may be asked to quote the
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
The VIN (and recommended maximum vehicle
weights) is stamped on a label fixed to the top
panel above the left hand headlight (viewed
from the drivers seat). This should also
match the VIN recorded in the Service
Portfolio book.
In addition, as a deterrent to car thieves and to
assist the police, the VIN is also stamped on a
plate which is visible through the left side of
the windscreen.
A.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
B.Gross vehicle weight (where required)
C.Gross train weight (where required)
D.Maximum front axle load (where required)
E.Maximum rear axle load (where required)
F.Built date
BUILT DATE
On Australian vehicles, the built date is shown
on a plate located in the engine compartment
on the top of the front grille closing panel.
The built date means the calendar month and
year in which the body shell and power train
sub-assemblies are conjoined and the vehicle
is driven or moved from the production line.ANTI-THEFT PRECAUTIONS
While it may be difficult to deter the
professional car thief, the majority of thefts
are carried out by unskilled opportunists.
Therefore, take vehicle security very seriously
and ALWAYS adopt this simple four point
drill whenever you leave your vehicle - even
for just a few minutes:
1.Fully close all the windows (and the
sunroof).
2.Remove your valuable belongings (or hide
them out of sight).
3.Remove the starter key.
4.Superlock the vehicle using the remote
handset.
Thieves are attracted by vulnerable vehicles.
Even if you have followed the four point drill,
there is still much you can do to make your
vehicle a less inviting target.
BE SAFE - NOT SORRY!
·Park where your vehicle can be easily seen
by householders and passers-by.
·At night, park in well lit areas and avoid
deserted or dimly-lit side streets.
·At home, if you have a garage, use it - and
NEVER leave the keys in the vehicle.
·Do not keep important documents (or
spare keys) in the vehicle - these are a real
bonus for the thief. 
						

							Introduction
6 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Remember the breakdown
safety code
If a breakdown occurs while travelling:-
·Wherever possible, consistent with
road safety and traffic conditions,
the vehicle should be moved off the
main thoroughfare, preferably into a
lay-by. If a breakdown occurs on a
motorway, pull well over to the
inside of the hard shoulder.
·Switch on hazard lights.
·If possible, position a warning
triangle or a flashing amber light at
an appropriate distance from the
vehicle to warn other traffic of the
breakdown. (Note the legal
requirements of some countries).
·Consider evacuating passengers
through nearside doors onto the
verge as a precaution should your
Range Rover be struck by another
vehicle. 
						

							7 In this section of the handbook you will find
descriptions of the controls and instruments
on your vehicle.
For your own safety, it is most important to
read this section fully and to gain a thorough
understanding of all the controls before
driving.
SECTION 2
Controls & instruments
Section Contents Page
Controls 9.......................................................
Security card 10.............................................
Locks & alarm 11...........................................
Tailgate 22......................................................
Message centre 23.........................................
Seats 34.........................................................
Seat belts 42...................................................
Airbag SRS 48................................................
Steering column 54........................................
Door mirrors 56..............................................
Instruments 57...............................................
Warning lights 59...........................................
Lights & indicators 63....................................
Wipers & washers 65.....................................
Switches 68....................................................
Electric windows 70........................................
Electric sunroof 73.........................................
Heating & ventilating 76.................................
Interior equipment 80.....................................
In-car telephones 85.......................................