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Seating positions
WARNING
To reduce the risk of accidental injury from 
inflating airbags, seat belts should be 
correctly worn at all times. In addition, both 
driver and front seat passenger should adjust 
their seat to provide the maximum practical 
distance from the front airbags. Front seat 
and outer rear seat occupants should also 
ensure that a gap is maintained between the 
upper torso and head, and the side of the 
vehicle, to enable unobstructed inflation of 
the side thorax for the front seat occupants 
and side head airbags for both front and rear 
passengers.
Occupants not properly restrained in 
designated seating positions are at high risk 
of death or serious injury in the event of 
airbag deployment.
Never place your arm over an airbag module 
as a deploying airbag can cause serious 
fractures or other injuries.
In order to provide optimum protection in the 
event of a severe impact, it is necessary for the 
airbags to deploy with considerable speed.
An inflating airbag can cause facial abrasions 
and other injuries if the occupant is too close to 
the airbag at the time of its deployment.
Occupant detection
A sensor in the front passenger seat detects 
whether or not the seat is occupied. If, in the 
event of an accident, the sensor has detected 
that there is no front passenger present, the 
front passenger airbag systems (front, side 
thorax and side head protection airbags) will 
not activate.
HOW THE AIRBAG SRS WORKS
In the event of a collision, the airbag control 
unit monitors the rate of deceleration or 
acceleration induced by the collision, to 
determine whether the airbags should be 
deployed.
Operation of the airbag SRS is dependent 
entirely on the rate at which the vehicles 
passenger compartment changes speed as a 
result of a collision. The circumstances 
affecting different collisions (vehicle speed, 
angle of impact, type and size of object hit, for 
example), vary considerably and will affect the 
rate of acceleration or deceleration accordingly.
Note: The airbag SRS is not designed to 
operate as a result of rear collisions, minor 
frontal or side Impacts, roll over accidents; nor 
will it operate as a result of heavy braking or 
driving over bumps and potholes.
However, if as a result of an impact, you believe 
the airbags should have deployed and they 
failed to do so, please call 1(800)637-6837 for 
advice, or arrange for a Land Rover 
representative to inspect the vehicle to 
determine whether the system operated 
correctly.
It follows, therefore, that significant superficial 
damage can occur without the airbags 
deploying or, conversely, that a relatively small 
amount of structural damage may cause the 
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Dual stage deployment
The front airbags deploy in two stages, 
depending on the severity of the frontal 
collision. The unit monitors the rate of 
deceleration or acceleration during the impact 
and, if a relatively minor frontal impact in which 
airbag deployment is warranted occurs, the 
airbags only inflate sufficiently to protect the 
front seat occupants from the forward 
movement caused by the impact. If, however 
the system detects a relatively severe frontal 
impact, the airbags will fully inflate, thereby 
providing maximum protection to the front seat 
occupants.
Airbag deployment
Note: Airbags will only deploy when they are 
required to supplement the restraining force of 
the seat belt.
In the case of a severe frontal collision, both 
front airbags will be deployed. In the case of a 
severe side collision, only the side thorax 
airbags and side head impact protection airbag 
on the impacted side of the vehicle will inflate. 
However, there may also be impact conditions 
whereby one set of side and both front airbags 
deploy at the same time, or where front and 
side airbags respond separately as a result of a 
secondary impact occurring after the initial 
collision has taken place.WARNING
An inflating airbag can cause facial abrasions 
and other injuries. Reduce the risk of injury by 
ensuring that front seat occupants are 
wearing their seat belts and are seated 
correctly, with the seat as far back as is 
practical.
Airbag inflation is virtually instantaneous and 
occurs with considerable force, accompanied 
by a loud noise. The inflated bag, together with 
the seat belt restraint system, limit the 
movement of an occupant, thereby reducing 
the risk of injury to the head and upper torso.
When an airbag inflates, a fine powder is 
released. This is not an indication of a 
malfunction. However, the powder may cause 
irritation to the skin and should be thoroughly 
flushed from the eyes and any cuts or abrasions 
of the skin. After inflation, front and side thorax 
airbags deflate immediately (side head 
protection airbags deflate slowly). This 
provides a gradual cushioning effect for the 
occupant and also ensures that the drivers 
forward vision is not obscured.
WARNING
After inflation, some airbag components are 
hot - DO NOT touch until they have cooled.
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Side airbags
WARNING
Ensure that a gap is maintained between the 
upper torso and the side of the vehicle, to 
enable unobstructed inflation of the side 
thorax airbags.
Side thorax airbags are designed to protect the 
thorax region of the torso and will only deploy 
in the event of a severe side impact. They will 
NOT inflate as a result of frontal or rear impacts 
only.
In the event of a severe side collision, the 
airbags on the impacted side of the vehicle 
deploy from the door, rapidly inflating to form a 
cushion between the front seat occupants and 
the side of the vehicle. The airbags on the 
non-impacted side of the vehicle will not be 
deployed.Side head impact protection
Note: For the side head impact airbags to 
deploy correctly, the roof lining and front pillar 
trim must be undamaged and fitted correctly. 
Any damage or suspect fitting should be 
referred to a Land Rover Retailer for 
examination.
Side head impact airbags are designed to 
protect the head in the event of a severe side 
impact only. They will NOT inflate as a result of 
frontal or rear impacts alone.
The side head impact protection modules are 
located behind the roof lining and front pillar 
finisher, above the doors. In the event of a 
severe side collision, the airbag pushes out 
from behind the roof lining and front pillar 
finisher as it inflates. The side head impact 
airbag remains inflated for longer than the other 
airbags, to provide additional head protection in 
the event of a secondary impact.
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SRS/Airbag warning light
A warning light mounted on the instrument 
panel will alert you to any malfunction of the 
airbag SRS. The airbag SRS should always be 
checked by a Land Rover Retailer if any of the 
following symptoms occur:
•The warning light fails to illuminate when 
the starter switch is turned to position ‘II’.
•The warning light fails to extinguish within 
approximately four seconds after the 
starter switch is turned to position ‘II’.
•The warning light illuminates after the 
engine is started, or while the vehicle is 
being driven.
When the starter switch is turned to position ‘ll’, 
the diagnostic control unit monitors the 
readiness of the system’s electrical circuits.
The elements of the system being monitored 
include:
•SRS warning light
•Rotary coupler
•Airbag modules
•Seat belt pre-tensioners
•Airbag diagnostic control unit
•Crash sensors
•Airbag wiring harnesses
•Seat occupancy sensorCHILD SEATS
Children aged 12 years and under are more 
likely than adult occupants to receive injuries 
from inflating airbags. For this reason, it is 
recommended that children should always be 
seated in the second row of seats in a child 
safety seat or restraint system appropriate to 
their age and size, see CHILD RESTRAINTS 
FOR LARGER CHILDREN, 54.
If it is necessary for a child to travel in the front, 
set the seat fully rearwards and use a front 
facing child seat ONLY.
WARNING
DO NOT USE A REAR FACING CHILD SEAT IN 
ANY FRONT PASSENGER SEAT LOCATION. If 
the passenger airbag inflates, a child in a rear 
facing child restraint could sustain serious 
injury or death.
Children could be endangered in a crash if 
their child restraints are not properly secured 
in the vehicle. Be sure to install child 
restraints according to the manufacturers 
instructions.
Under no circumstances should a rear facing 
child seat be installed facing forward in any 
seating position.
Always transport children 12 years and under 
in the second row of seats and always 
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SERVICE INFORMATION
WARNING
DO NOT attempt to service, repair, replace, 
modify or tamper with any part of the airbag 
SRS, or wiring in the vicinity of an airbag SRS 
component; this could cause the system to 
activate, resulting in personal injury.
Any notable damage to SRS components or 
covers, e.g. tears, burns, holes, chemical/ 
detergent damage or previous accidental 
damage, etc., however produced, may cause 
the SRS module/s to fail. Ensure that any 
damaged components are repaired or 
replaced by a Land Rover Retailer.
ALWAYS contact your Land Rover Retailer if:
•an airbag inflates.
•the front or side of the vehicle is damaged, 
even if the airbag has not inflated.
•any part of an airbag module cover shows 
signs of cracking or damage.
WARNING
The components that make up the airbag SRS 
are sensitive to electrical or physical 
interference, either of which could easily 
damage the system and cause inadvertent 
operation or a malfunction of the airbag.
For your safety it is recommended that you 
seek the assistance of a Land Rover Retailer 
to carry out any of the following:
•Removal or repair of any wiring or 
component in the vicinity of any of the 
SRS components, including the steering 
wheel, steering column, door trim, roof 
lining, instrument and facia panels.
•Installation of electronic equipment such 
as a mobile phone, two-way radio or 
in-car entertainment system.
•Modification to the front or side of the 
vehicle, including the bumper and 
chassis.
•Attachment of accessories to the front or 
side of the vehicle.
Disposing of vehicles
If you sell your vehicle, be sure to inform the 
new owner that the vehicle has an airbag SRS. 
If your vehicle is to be scrapped; uninflated 
airbags are potentially very dangerous and 
must be safely deployed in a controlled 
environment by qualified personnel, before a 
vehicle is scrapped.
See your Land Rover Retailer for advice on safe 
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S tee ring Column
STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT
WARNING
DO NOT adjust the steering wheel position 
while the vehicle is in motion. This is 
extremely dangerous.
The steering wheel position can be adjusted in 
four directions, corresponding with the 
movement of the adjustment lever, to suit your 
driving position.
With the vehicle stationary, move the lever up 
or down to adjust the height of the steering 
wheel.
Move the lever forwards or rearwards, to move 
the steering wheel further away from, or closer 
to, the body.
STEERING WHEEL POSITION 
MEMORY
The finalised steering wheel position is stored 
in memory and referenced to the starter key in 
use when the position was set.
When that key is next used, the stored settings 
associated with it will be actioned.
This enables different steering wheel settings to 
be stored on different keys, helping driving 
position to be easily optimised for more than 
one driver.
Note: Up to three different steering column 
positions can be stored in the seat memory, this 
enables the driver to recall the optimum 
steering wheel position at the touch of a button 
- for further information, please refer to 
DRIVERS SEAT MEMORY FACILITY, 45.
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Door Mirrors
EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Note: Objects viewed in exterior mirrors may 
appear further away than they actually are.
Mirror adjustment
•Move the lower control (2) to the left or 
right-hand position to select either the left 
or right hand mirror.
•With the starter switch turned to position 
II, push the appropriate arrow on the 
mirror adjust control (1) to tilt the mirror 
glass up/down/left or right.
The door mirrors have integral heating 
elements which disperse ice or mist from the 
glass. These will operate automatically with the 
starter switch in position II, depending on 
external temperature.Note: On vehicles fitted with the drivers seat 
memory facility, up to three different exterior 
mirror positions can be stored in the seat 
memory, this enables the driver to recall the 
optimum mirror position at the touch of a 
button - for further information, please refer to 
DRIVERS SEAT MEMORY FACILITY, 45.
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Folding the mirror body
The door mirrors are designed to fold forwards 
or rearwards on impact. They can also be folded 
back towards the side windows into a park 
position to enable the vehicle to negotiate 
narrower openings.
Press the mirror-fold button (arrowed in inset) 
once to fold the mirrors into the side windows. 
Press again to return the mirrors to the driving 
position.
Note: Electric mirror folding is disabled if 
vehicle speed exceeds 10 km/h (6 mph).
If the mirrors are accidentally knocked out of 
position (i.e. with one mirror extended and the 
other in the parked position), an additional 
operation of the switch will re-synchronise 
them.Automatic dimming*
On some models, the mirrors are equipped with 
an electrochromatic dimming function that 
dims the mirror to reduce glare from the 
headlamps of following vehicles at night.
Automatic mirror dipping
Vehicle’s have a pre-stored function, which 
causes the nearside mirror to dip whenever 
reverse gear is selected, giving the driver a view 
of the curbside. This facility is only available if 
the mirror select button (2 on previous page), 
is set to the driver’s side.
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FACIA CONTROLS
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Facia Controls Key
1.Steering column adjuster
2.Cruise control switches
3.Lighting and direction indicator controls
4.Fuel gauge
5.Speedometer
6.Horn switches
7.Tachometer
8.Temperature gauge
9.Windshield wiper/washer controls
10.Remote audio controls
11.Door locking switch
12.Hazard warning lamp switch
13.Touch screen controls14.Glovebox lock
15.Heater/air conditioning controls
16.Main gear selector
17.Transfer gear switch
18.Hill descent control switch
19.Air suspension controls
20.Starter switch
21.parking brake
22.Front fog lamps
23.Rear fog guard lamps
24.Instrument lights dimmer
25.Main lighting switch
26.Hood release lever
Note: The precise specification and location of the controls may vary according to territorial 
requirements and from vehicle to vehicle.