Land Rover Range Rover 98my Owners Nas Rover Manual

							Trip computer & overspeed warning
108 Average fuel consumption
This function is automatic and indicates the
average fuel consumption since the last time
the trip computer was reset (average fuel
consumption is calculated by dividing the
distance travelled by the amount of fuel used).
While the system is calculating the average
fuel consumption, the display shows
COMPUTING MPG. Once the fuel
consumption value is calculated, AVERAGE
MPG will be displayed, and a 3 digit fuel
consumption value (shown in tens, units and
tenths of a gallon) also appears in the display.
NOTE:The displayed value will not change at
a rate greater than 0.1 mpg per 3 seconds
(0.1 litres/100 km per 6 seconds), and will be
between 0 and 99.9 mpg (0 and 99.9
litres/100 km).
Average speed
This function is automatic and indicates the
average speed since the last time the trip
computer was reset (average speed is
calculated by dividing the actual distance
travelled by the accumulated time in which the
starter switch has been turned on).
While the system is calculating the average
speed, the display will show COMPUTING
MPH. Once the calculation has been made,
the display changes to AVG. SPEED followed
by 3 digits indicating the average speed in
hundreds, tens and units.
NOTE:The Average Speed display will change
at a maximum rate of 1 mph per 2 seconds.Trip distance two
This function records the distance over which
the average fuel consumption and speed have
been calculated, and will always be the
distance the vehicle has travelled since the
computer was last reset. The message centre
displays TRIP2---.
Trip distance one
This is a standard trip recorder of the type
fitted to most motor vehicles and records the
distance travelled since the reset button (on
the right of the instrument pack) was last
pressed. Press the reset button to zero the trip
recorder. If the message display shows an
internal or trip computer message, it can be
changed to display the Trip Distance One
function by operating the trip recorder reset
button. The message centre displays the
distance only (without TRIP1---). 
						

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Resetting the trip computer
With the starter switch turned to position II,
press and hold switch 1 for at least 2
seconds:
·Distance To Empty and Average Fuel
Consumption functions both reset. The
display will show COMPUTING RANGE
and COMPUTING MPG until a distance of
0.6 miles (1 kilometre) has been travelled,
after which the computer will once again
be able to calculate an average fuel
consumption figure.
·Average Speed is reset. The display will
show COMPUTING MPH until the vehicle
has travelled far enough (0.6 miles or 1
kilometre) for an average speed to be
available.
·Trip Distance Two function resets to zero
NOTE:The Trip Distance One function is not
affected by resetting the trip computer.TRIP COMPUTER OVERSPEED WARNING
The overspeed warning function is an aid to
keeping within speed limits, and is selected by
pressing switch 2 (bell symbol).
To set the speed limit, press the switch (once
or twice) until SPEED LIMIT - - - is displayed,
and then hold the switch until the required
speed appears in the display (speeds will
scroll upwards in increments of 5 mph from
20 mph (30 km/h) to 100 mph (140 km/h).
NOTE:The display will start scrolling from
which ever speed was previously set in the
system memory.
As soon as the required speed appears in the
display, release the switch. That speed will
then be set in the system memory.
Whilst driving, if you exceed the pre-set
speed, SPEED LIMIT - - - will be displayed in
the message centre and an audible warning
will sound.
To cancel the speed you have set, press
switch 2 again (the message SPEED LIMIT
OFF will appear). 
						

							Towing & load carrying
110
TOWING WITH YOUR VEHICLE
The torque ranges of Land Rover engines
allow maximum-weight loads to be pulled
smoothly from standstill, and reduce gear
changing on hills or rough terrain. The
suspension is designed to cope with a heavy
trailer load without upsetting the balance or
feel of the vehicle.
Towing weights are listed inGeneral data.
Trailer hitch
Range Rovers are equipped with a trailer hitch
receiver as standard equipment. When
selecting a drawbar, do not exceed a drop in
height of
1/2inch (12 mm) or a rise in height
of 43/4inches (120 mm) from the centre of the
drawbar to the centre of the ball, nor exceed a
hitch length of 10
1/2inches (266 mm).
An equalizing or other form of weight
distributing hitch should not be used with a
Range Rover.
WARNING
Ensure that the gross vehicle weight and
maximum rear axle weight are not
exceeded.
When preparing your vehicle for towing,
always pay careful attention to the trailer
manufacturers recommendations and the
following guidelines.
·Set the electronic air suspension to
INHIBIT, select STANDARD ride height
and maintain that setting whilst towing.
·Ensure that the vehicle and trailer tyre
pressures are as recommended by the
trailer manufacturer.
·Check the operation of trailer brakes and
lights.
·For maximum stability, ensure that loads
are properly positioned and secured to
eliminate shifting during transit. Trailer
loads should be positioned so that most of
the weight is placed as low as possible
and close to/over the trailer axle(s).
·After loading the trailer check that the
weight on the hitch point (this is called the
draw-bar loading weight, or tongue
weight), is in accordance with the
manufacturers recommendations.
·Trailers should never be towed when the
tongue/draw bar rises up on its own
when disconnected from the tow vehicle. 
						

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·When calculating the laden weight of the
trailer, remember to include the weight of
the trailer PLUS the load.
·Where the load can be divided between
trailer and tow vehicle, loading more
weight into the vehicle than the trailer will
generally improve the stability of the
combination.
NOTE:It is the drivers responsibility to
ensure that all regulations with regard to
towing, are complied with according to the
state in which the vehicle is being operated.
All relevant information should be obtained
from an appropriate motoring organisation.
TONGUE WEIGHT
The recommended maximum trailer tongue
weight is 550 lb (250 kg).
WARNING
The tongue weight plus the combined weight
of the vehicles load carrying area and rear
seat passengers, must NOT EXCEED the
maximum rear axle load, or the gross
vehicle weight (as shown in General data).VEHICLE WEIGHTS
When loading a vehicle to its maximum (gross
vehicle weight), consideration must be taken
of the unladen vehicle weight and the
distribution of the load, to ensure that axle
loadings do not exceed the permitted
maximum values.
It is your responsibility to limit the vehicle
load, in such a way that neither the maximum
axle loads, nor the gross vehicle weight, are
exceeded (seeGeneral data).
If very heavy trailer loads are towed
(particularly at high altitude or in hot
climates), the GEARBOX OVERHEAT warning
may appear in the message centre.
This warning indicates that the gearbox oil is
too hot, in which case you should reduce road
speed, manually select a lower gear, or
transfer to the LOW range of gears. If the
message persists, stop the vehicle and allow
the gearbox to cool. If the message resumes
after cooling, seek qualified assistance before
continuing.
NOTE:When towing at altitudes above 1,000
feet (300 metres), engine performance can be
adversly affected causing overheating.
WARNING
DO NOT carry unsecured equipment, tools or
luggage, which could move and cause
personal injury in the event of an accident or
emergency manoeuvre, either on or off
road. 
						

							Towing & load carrying
112 TRAILER SOCKET
Incorporated in the Range Rovers electrical
harness is the facility to fit a pair of multi-pin
trailer lighting sockets.
Pick-up points for attaching a trailer lighting
harness are located behind the tail light access
panels (see illustration) - the trailer tail lights,
stop lights and direction indicators are fed
from a connector located behind the right
hand panel, while the supply for a reversing
light and trailer auxiliary equipment is fed
from a connector behind the left hand panel.
To fit a trailer lighting socket
Before fitting trailer lighting equipment,
ALWAYS disconnect the vehicle battery.
Detach both of the circular blanking covers
from the bumper and feed the two parts of the
main towing harness through the holes.
Fit the reinforcement plates and towing
sockets to the bumper (the towing socket
hinges must be uppermost), and then clip
both parts of the main towing harness
securely to the rear of the bumper along its
full length (secure to the top of the bottom
edge of the METAL bumper reinforcement).
From beneath the vehicle, remove the
blanking grommets from the loadspace floor
(one on each side - below each light unit).
Then, via the tail light access panels, connect
a genuine, Land Rover approved, linking
harness to both harness connectors (on on
each side of the vehicle). Each linking harness
MUST be clipped securely to an adjacent body
panel and then fed through the holes in the
floor. Ensure the holes are properly sealed.
Connect both sides of the towing harness to
the linking harness connectors protruding
beneath the loadspace floor. Finally, reconnect
the battery and check the operation of the
trailer lights. 
						

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WARNING
It is ESSENTIAL that neither the towing
harness, nor the linking harnesses, drop
down below the level of the bumper, or are
able to make contact with the exhaust
system. Ensure that all harnesses are
securely clipped to the bumper, or
appropriate body panels, to prevent them
from vibrating loose.
ROOF RACK
A Land Rover approved roof rack is available
as an accessory. Fitting instructions and
loading recommendations are detailed in the
literature provided with the roof rack; observe
all recommendations.
The total load must NOT exceed that given in
General data, and must include the weight of
the roof rack within the load.IMPORTANT INFORMATION
A loaded roof rack can reduce the stability
of the vehicle, particularly when cornering
and encountering cross winds.
All loads should be evenly distributed,
and secured within the periphery of the
rack.
Only fit roof racks that have been
designed for your vehicle. If in doubt,
consult your dealer.
Driving off-road with a loaded roof rack is
not recommended. If it is necessary to
stow luggage on the roof rack while
driving off-road, all loads MUST be
removed before traversing side slopes. 
						

							Emergency starting
114 Starting an engine with a discharged battery
The ONLY recommended methods of
restarting a vehicle with a discharged battery
are:
·The use of a substitute battery fitted to the
disabled vehicle.
·The use of booster cables to connect the
battery from a donor vehicle to the
discharged battery.
WARNING
A vehicle with automatic transmission
cannot be restarted by pushing or towing.USING BOOSTER CABLES
WARNING
·Batteries emit explosive hydrogen gas -
keep sparks and naked lights away from
the engine compartment.
·Make sure BOTH batteries are of the
same voltage (12 volts), and that the
booster cables have insulated clamps
and are approved for use with 12 volt
batteries.
·DO NOT connect positive (+) terminals to
negative (-) terminals, and ensure
booster cables are kept away from any
moving parts in the engine
compartment.
·Take care when working near rotating
parts of the engine. 
						

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115 Always adopt the following procedure when
using booster cables:
1.If a donor vehicle is to be used, both
vehicles should be parked with their
battery locations adjacent to each other.
Ensure that the two vehicles do not touch.
2.Apply the handbrakes and ensure that the
transmission of both vehicles is set in
neutral (P or Park for vehicles with
automatic transmission).
3.Turn off the starter switch and ALL
electrical equipment of BOTH vehicles.
4.Connect the RED booster cable between
the positive (+) terminal of the donor
battery and the positive (+) terminal of the
discharged battery.
5.Connect the BLACK booster cable from the
negative (-) terminal of the donor battery
to the engine lifting ring (shown in
illustration) on the disabled vehicle.For
safety reasons, DO NOT connect this
cable to the negative terminal of the
discharged battery. If in doubt, seek
qualified assistance.
6.Check that the booster cables are clear of
any moving parts in either engine, then
start the engine of the donor vehicle and
allow it to idle for a few minutes.7.Now start the vehicle with the discharged
battery.
8.Once both engines are running normally,
allow them to idle for two minutes before
switching off the engine of the donor
vehicle and disconnecting the booster
cables. DO NOT switch on any electrical
circuits on the previously disabled vehicle,
until AFTER the booster cables have been
removed.
9.Disconnecting the booster cables, must be
an EXACT reversal of the procedure used
to connect them, ie: first removing the
BLACK cable clip from the lifting ring. 
						

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116
Towing eyes
The towing eyes at the front and rear of the
vehicle are designed for vehicle recovery
purposes only and must NOT be used to tow a
trailer or caravan.
FRONT: Use ONLY when the vehicle is to be
towed with ALL four wheels on the ground
(seeTowing the vehicle on four-wheels).
REAR: Use ONLY when towing another
vehicle.
Long distance towing
Your vehicle can be towed behind a
motorhome or other recreational vehicle.
Follow the procedure for towing the vehicle on
four wheels.Towing the vehicle on four-wheels
WARNING
Your vehicle has permanent four-wheel
drive and is fitted with a steering lock. The
following instructions must be carried out
carefully to prevent damage to the vehicle.
First, select transfer neutral as follows:
·Make sure the gear selector lever is in P
(Park).
·Remove the starter key, then insert a fuse
(5 amps or greater) in fuse position 11 in
the right hand seat fuse box. Insert key
and turn the starter switch on; the transfer
box will automatically select neutral (wait
until the message centre displays
TRANSFER NEUTRAL), then turn the
starter switch off.
·Turn the starter switch to position I to
unlock the steering, and then to position
II if it is necessary to operate the brake
lights and direction indicators. Leave in
this position while the vehicle is being
towed.
·Leave the gear selector lever in P (Park)
at all times while the vehicle is being
towed.
·To re-engage HIGH or LOW range after
towing, turn the starter switch off, remove
the fuse from position 11, then turn the
starter switch on - the transfer box will
engage the HIGH or LOW gear range.
NOTE:If, due to an accident or electrical
fault, it is considered unsafe to turn the starter
switch, the battery must be disconnected. 
						

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WARNING
·DO NOT attempt to tow the vehicle
unless the starter switch is turned to
position I (to unlock the steering).
·DO NOT attempt to remove the starter
key, or turn the switch to position 0,
while the vehicle is in motion.
·Without the engine running, the power
steering pump and brake system cannot
provide assistance. Greater steering
effort and brake pedal effort will be
required to safely control the vehicle.
Towing the vehicle on two-wheels
If it is necessary to recover the vehicle by
towing on two wheels only, always adhere to
the following:
Remove the propeller shaft from the axle
which is to remain on the road.
The propeller shaft flange and shaft, must be
marked before removal to ensure correct
re-assembly. Secure the suspended propeller
shaft safely to prevent damage.
WARNING
If the rear axle is to be raised, the steering
wheel and/or linkage MUST be secured in a
straight ahead position, but the steering
lock MUST NOT be used for this purpose.
The vehicle can then be attached to the
towing truck.
Transporter or trailer lashing
If your vehicle should require transporting on
the back of a flatbed truck, then the air
suspension must be set to ACCESS before
being lashed (seeAir suspension). Pairs of
lashing eyes are provided at the front and rear
(see illustration). DO NOT secure lashing
hooks or trailer fixings to any other part of the
vehicle.
If the air suspension cannot be set to the
ACCESS position, then your vehicle must be
lashed by its wheels and NOT by the lashing
rings referred to above.
NOTE:The lashing eyes are for lashing only
and must NOT be used for towing.