Land Rover Range Rover Owners Handbook Lm 2nd Edition Exp Rover
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Towing 150 To wing TOWING 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. A smooth start will be achieved with trailers over 2000 kg by moving off in low range then changing to high range while on the move. The suspension will automatically be set to standard height when the towing electrical socket is utilised and is designed to cope with a heavy trailer load without upsetting the balance or feel of the vehicle. WARNING It is recommended that you fit only towing accessories approved by Land Rover. DO NOT use lashing eyes or vehicle recovery towing eyes to tow a trailer or caravan. It is the driver’s responsibility to ensure that the towing vehicle and trailer/caravan are loaded and balanced so that the combination is stable when in motion. When preparing your vehicle for towing, pay attention to any instructions provided by the trailer/caravan manufacturer as well as to the information that follows.Balancing the combination To ensure optimum stability, it is essential that the trailer adopts a level aspect. In other words, the trailer must be level with the ground, with the towing hitch and trailer drawbar set at the same height (note the illustration at the top of the page). This is particularly important when towing twin axle trailers! •The trailer should be level with the ground when loaded. •The height of the drawbar hitch point should be set so that the trailer is level when connected to the loaded vehicle. Points to remember: •When calculating the laden weight of the trailer, remember to include the weight of the trailer PLUS the load. •The recommended trailer nose weight plus the combined weight of the vehicles load carrying area and rear seat passengers must never exceed the specified maximum rear axle load (see ‘TOWING WEIGHTS’, page 244). •Where the load can be divided between trailer and tow vehicle, loading more weight into the vehicle will generally improve the stability of the combination. However, ensure that the gross vehicle and maximum rear axle weights are not exceeded and that the combination remains level. H3770
Towing 151 •Towing regulations vary from country to country. Always ensure national regulations governing towing weights and speed limits are observed (refer to the relevant national motoring organisation for information). The vehicle’s maximum permissible towed weight refers to its design limitations and NOT to any specific territorial restriction (see ‘TOWING WEIGHTS’, page 244). NOTE: The maximum speed when towing is 100 km/h. Gear range selection To avoid overheating the gearbox, it is not advisable to tow heavy trailer loads at speeds of less than 32 km/h using the main gearbox in high range. Select low range instead.Vehicle weights When loading a vehicle to its maximum (gross vehicle weight), take account of the unladen vehicle weight and load distribution 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. WARNING In the interest of safety, the gross vehicle weight, maximum rear axle weight, maximum trailer weight and tow hitch load (nose weight) must not be exceeded. Trailer socket When the engine is running, power output from the trailer socket must NOT exceed 5 amps. If it is required to exceed 5 amps, a 13 pin accessory kit is available from your Land Rover dealer, increasing the output to 15 amps. ESSENTIAL TOWING CHECKS Tyre pressures:Increase rear pressures of towing vehicle by at least 0.2 bar up to maximum of 3.0 bar. Ensure trailer/caravan tyres are at recommended pressures. Loading:Keep trailer loads securely anchored, evenly distributed and as low as possible with heavy loads over the axle. Towing vehicle maximum axle weights and gross vehicle weight must not be exceeded. Nose weight:If the vehicle is loaded to the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), the nose weight is limited to 150 kg. If a greater nose weight is necessary (up to 250 kg maximum), vehicle loading should be adjusted to ensure the GVW and rear axle weights are not exceeded - see ‘TOWING WEIGHTS’, page 244, for further information. Hitch height:Must be set so that caravan/trailer is level when connected to the tow vehicle with engine running.
Towing 152 TOW BAR FITMENT There are two different types of tow bar that can be fitted to your vehicle. The following pages give you the information to fit and remove both types. Drop plate tow bar * 1.Remove the plastic protective cover (marked with the Land Rover logo) from the tow bar mounting aperture. 2.Insert the stock of the tow bar assembly into the mounting aperture. 3.Insert the securing bar, so that it passes through the walls of the aperture and through the tow bar assembly stock. 4.Insert the straight part of the retaining pin through the securing bar. Removal of the tow bar is the reverse of the fitting procedure. Once the tow bar is removed, ensure that it is returned to its protective case and that it is secured in such a way that it cannot move around inside the vehicle. Remember to refit the plastic protective cover into the tow bar mounting aperture.Drop plate height adjustment Remove the two bolts (A) securing the tow bar to the drop plate (B). Reposition the tow bar on the drop plate so that it aligns with one of the other two height settings and secure the two bolts. Tighten the bolts to a torque of 170 Nm WARNING Before towing, ALWAYS check that the retaining pin is firmly in place through the securing bar. NEVER leave the tow bar loose in the vehicle, where it could become a projectile in the event of heavy braking or an accident. The drop plate tow bar is stowed in a bag and should be strapped to one of the luggage anchorage points in the rear loadspace. H3901 1 2B 43 A
Towing 153 Detachable tow bar* The detachable tow bar is located under an access hatch on the right hand side of the rear loadspace floor. 1.Lift up the access hatch, release the velcro strap and remove the tow bar.2.Remove the protective plastic cover from the tow bar mounting. NOTE: The protective cover can be stowed in the tow bar stowage area, whilst the tow bar is installed. H4078 1 24 3
Towing 154 The tow bar should be in the unlocked position, this can be determined by a red marker on the handwheel lining up with a green bar on the body of the tow bar (arrowed in inset ‘4’). If this is not the case (a green marker lines up with the green bar), refer to the procedure for unlocking the tow bar, detailed in ‘Removing the tow bar’ later on this page. The tow bar can only be installed when in the unlocked position. 3.Insert the tow bar bolt into the tow bar mounting and push firmly upwards until the tow bar ‘locks’ in position. When the towbar locks, the green marker on the handwheel will line up with the green bar on the tow bar. 4.Turn the key anti-clockwise to lock the handwheel, then remove the key and fit the protective cover onto the handwheel lock. NOTE: Store the key in the tow bar stowage area for safe keeping. Removing the tow bar mounting for off-roading Remove the cover from the handwheel lock, insert the key and turn it clockwise. To remove the tow bar, it is necessary to unlock it using the handwheel. Pull the handwheel out, then rotate it clockwise, until a ‘click’ sounds - the red marker on the handwheel should now line up with the green bar. The tow bar is now unlocked. Carefully lower the tow bar and place the cover over the handwheel key. Ensure that the tow bar is securely strapped into its stowage area under the loadspace floor and remember to refit the red protective plastic cover into the tow bar mounting.
Load Carrying 155 L oa d Ca rryingLUGGAGE ANCHOR POINTS Four fixing points are provided in the rear luggage compartment floor, to assist in safely securing large items of luggage. Land Rover provide a range of approved luggage retention accessories. 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. ROOF RACKS A range of roof rack systems are available as Land Rover approved accessories. For further information about roof rack systems approved for use with your vehicle and advice as to which system would suit your requirements best, please consult your Land Rover dealer. H4185 IMPORTANT INFORMATION Always observe the following precautions: •The MAXIMUM load for approved roof rack systems is 100 kg for normal road use and 50 kg off-road. The above weights include the mass of the roof rack system. •Only fit roof racks that have been designed for your vehicle. If in doubt, consult your dealer. •A loaded roof rack can reduce the stability of the vehicle, particularly when cornering and encountering cross winds. •All loads should be evenly distributed, side to side, with any weight bias towards the front of the roof rack. system. •Ensure all loads are secured within the periphery of the roof rack system. •Check to ensure the roof rack and load are secure after 50 km of any journey. •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.
157 Off-road Driving Off-road Driving BEFORE YOU DRIVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 BASIC OFF-ROAD TECHNIQUES . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 AFTER DRIVING OFF-ROAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161 SERVICING REQUIREMENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161 REMOVING THE FRONT BIB SPOILER. . . . . . . . 162 Driving Techniques DRIVING ON SOFT SURFACES & DRY SAND . . 163 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES (ice, snow, mud, wet grass). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 DRIVING ON ROUGH TRACKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 CLIMBING STEEP SLOPES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 DESCENDING STEEP SLOPES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 TRAVERSING A SLOPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 NEGOTIATING A ‘V’ SHAPED GULLY . . . . . . . . . 166 DRIVING IN EXISTING WHEEL TRACKS . . . . . . 166 CROSSING A RIDGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 CROSSING A DITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 WADING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Off-road Driving 159 Off-road Driving Off-road DrivingBEFORE YOU DRIVE Before venturing off-road, it is absolutely essential that inexperienced drivers become fully familiar with the vehicles controls, in particular the transfer gear switch and Hill Descent Control (HDC), and also study the off-road driving techniques described on this and the following pages. WARNING Off-road driving can be hazardous! •DO NOT take unnecessary risks and be prepared for emergencies at all times. •Familiarise yourself with the recommended driving techniques in order to minimise risks to yourself, your vehicle AND your passengers. BASIC OFF-ROAD TECHNIQUES These basic driving techniques are an introduction to the art of off-road driving and do not necessarily provide the information needed to successfully cope with every single off-road situation, including off-road recovery techniques. We strongly recommend that owners who intend to drive off-road frequently, should seek as much additional information and practical experience as possible. Before driving off-road it is important that you check the condition of the wheels and tyres and that the tyre pressures are correct. Worn or incorrectly inflated tyres will adversely affect the performance, stability and safety of the vehicle. Gear selection With the main selector lever set at ‘D’, the gearbox automatically provides the correct gear for the appropriate gear range selected (HIGH or LOW). For greater vehicle control through gear selection, manual ‘Steptronic’ mode is recommended. HIGH range gears should be used whenever possible - only change to LOW range when ground conditions become very difficult. Braking As far as possible, vehicle speed should be controlled through correct gear selection and the use of Hill Descent Control (HDC). Application of the brake pedal should be kept to a minimum. In fact, if the correct gear and HDC have been selected, braking will be largely unnecessary. If the brake pedal is depressed when HDC is active, HDC is overridden and the brakes will perform as normal. If the brake pedal is then released, HDC will recommence operating, at reduced speed. IMPORTANT INFORMATION •Always wear a seat belt for personal protection in all off-road driving situations. •DO NOT drive if the fuel level is low - undulating ground and steep inclines could cause fuel starvation to the engine and consequent damage to the catalytic converter. •As a precaution against accidental loss, remove the towing eye cover and the front spoiler before driving off-road (see ‘TOWING EYES’, page 214). •To prevent damage, and improve departure angles, remove and stow any towing equipment fitted to the vehicle. See ‘TOW BAR FITMENT’, page 152.