Land Rover Range Rover Owners Handbook Lrl180255501 Rover

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Hill Descent Control
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If the brake pedal is depressed when HDC is 
active, HDC is overridden and the brakes will 
perform as normal (a pulsation might be felt 
through the brake pedal). If the brake pedal is 
then released, HDC will recommence operating 
at a reduced speed.
In extreme circumstances, the HDC system 
may cause brake temperatures to exceed their 
pre-set limits. If this occurs, HDC TEMP. NOT 
AVAIL. will be displayed in the message centre. 
HDC will then fade out (warning light...

Electronic Air Suspension
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E lec tron ic  Air Su spen sion
ELECTRONIC AIR SUSPENSION (EAS)
When the engine is running, the EAS operates 
automatically on the vehicle to maintain a level 
or efficient vehicle height regardless of vehicle 
load.
If the height of the vehicle is reduced by 
additional loading (attachment of a trailer, for 
example), the system automatically increases 
air pressure to the springs to compensate for 
the additional weight or changed attitude of the 
vehicle. Similarly, if...

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Electronic Air Suspension
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Before operating EAS
Remember, even if a change of ride height is 
selected, it will NOT take place if any door is 
open.
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.
1. Ride height selector
Push the switch up or down to raise or lower 
the vehicle to the next ride height setting.
2. Ride height indicator panel
When the vehicle...

Electronic Air Suspension
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OFF-ROAD HEIGHT
At low speeds, the vehicle height 
can be raised to increase ground 
clearance for when driving 
off-road.
WARNING
DO NOT select off-road height while driving 
on the road, or when the suspension has been 
lowered below standard ride height - any 
sudden or unexpected change to the vehicles 
height or attitude could cause an 
inexperienced driver to lose control, or 
disturb the load/weight distribution within the 
vehicle.
DO NOT attempt to select off-road...

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Electronic Air Suspension
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Note: If the vehicle speed increases to more 
than 32 km/h (20 mph), when the vehicle is at 
access height, the EAS will automatically 
reselect standard ride height.
If the vehicle is travelling at above 80 km/h (50 
mph) when access preselect is requested, the 
standard ride height indicator light flashes to 
indicate that the request has not been 
performed.
Access mode should only be selected whilst the 
vehicle is moving. In extreme circumstances, if 
it is necessary...

Towing
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Towing
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 smoother start can be 
achieved with trailers over 2000 kg (4400 lb) by 
moving off in low range then changing to high 
range while on the move.
It is the drivers responsibility to ensure that the 
towing vehicle and trailer/caravan are loaded 
and balanced so that the combination is stable 
when in motion. When...

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Towing
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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! Adjust the height of 
the hitch point if necessary.
•The trailer should be level with the ground 
when loaded
•The height of the draw bar hitch...

Towing
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Towing guidelines
When preparing your vehicle for towing, pay 
careful attention to the trailer manufacturers 
recommendations and observe the following 
guidelines:
•Ensure that the towing vehicle tire 
pressures are correct and that the trailer 
tire pressures are as recommended by the 
trailer manufacturer.
•Within the limits quoted, choose a draw bar 
that allows for a level attitude of the trailer 
and vehicle.
•Check the operation of trailer brakes and 
lamps.
•For maximum stability,...

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Towing
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WARNING
The tongue 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, 282.
WARNING
DO NOT exceed the gross weight or axle loads 
stated on the certification label attached to 
the vehicle. Exceeding allowable vehicle and 
axle loads will increase the risk of tire or 
suspension failure, increase vehicle brake 
stopping distance, and adversely affect 
vehicle handling and...

Load Carrying
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L oad Carry ing
LUGGAGE 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 is available as 
Land Rover...