Freelander Lift (9), LANDROVER
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Off-Road Driving
Off-Road Driving
BEFORE YOU DRIVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
BASIC OFF-ROAD TECHNIQUES . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
AFTER DRIVING OFF-ROAD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
SERVICING REQUIREMENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Driving Techniques
DRIVING ON SOFT SURFACES & DRY SAND . . 165
DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES
(ice, snow, mud, wet grass). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
CLIMBING STEEP SLOPES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
DESCENDING STEEP SLOPES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
TRAVERSING A SLOPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
NEGOTIATING A ‘V’ SHAPED GULLY. . . . . . . . . 168
DRIVING IN EXISTING WHEEL TRACKS . . . . . . 168
CROSSING A RIDGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
CROSSING A DITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
WADING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
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Off-Road Driving
Off-Road Driving
Off-Road Driving
BEFORE YOU DRIVE
Before venturing off-road, it is
absolutely
essential
that inexperienced drivers become
fully familiar with the vehicle's controls and
also study the off-road driving techniques
described on the following pages.
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.
WARNING
Off-road driving can be hazardous.
•
Familiarise yourself with the
recommended driving techniques in order
to minimise risks to yourself, your vehicle
AND your passengers.
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 tire pressures are correct. Worn or
incorrectly inflated tires will adversely affect the
performance, stability and safety of the vehicle.
•
DO NOT take unnecessary risks and be
prepared for emergencies at all times.
IMPORTANT
Gear selection
On automatic models, with the main selector
lever set at ‘D’, the gearbox automatically
provides the correct gear for the majority of
off-road conditions. Remember that position ‘1’
will hold the gearbox in first gear to give
maximum engine braking when required.
•
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.
When descending very steep slopes, always
select position ‘1’ and Hill Descent Control
(HDC).
•
DO NOT stop the engine while driving
through water (wading) - water ingress
to the exhaust tailpipe could result in
severe damage to the catalytic
converter.
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 operation, if
necessary.
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Hill descent control (HDC)
During a descent, if engine braking is
insufficient to control the vehicle speed, HDC (if
selected) automatically operates the brakes to
slow the vehicle and maintain a speed relative
to the accelerator pedal position
Steering
When driving off-road, HDC can be
permanently engaged, to ensure that control is
maintained whenever 1st or reverse gears are
selected. ABS and Traction control are still fully
operational and will assist if the need arises.
NOTE:
With HDC selected, gear changes can be
carried out in the normal way.
Accelerating
Use the accelerator with care - any sudden
surge of power may induce wheel spin and,
therefore, invoke unnecessary operation of
traction control, or in extreme conditions could
lead to loss of control of the vehicle.
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WARNING
DO NOT hold the steering wheel with your
thumbs inside the rim - a sudden ‘Kick’ of the
wheel as the vehicle negotiates a rut or
boulder could seriously injure them. ALWAYS
grip the wheel on the outside of the rim (as
shown) when traversing uneven ground.
Survey the ground before driving
Before negotiating difficult terrain, it is wise to
carry out a preliminary survey on foot. This will
minimise the risk of your vehicle getting into
difficulty through a previously unnoticed
hazard.
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Ground clearance
Don't forget to allow for ground clearance
beneath the body and under the front and rear
bumpers. Note that the suspension arms are
situated below the body. Note also that there
are other parts of the vehicle which may come
into contact with the ground - take care not to
ground the vehicle.
AFTER DRIVING OFF-ROAD
IMPORTANT
Before rejoining the public highway, or
driving at speeds above 25 mph (40 km/h),
consideration should be given to the
following:
•
Wheels and tires must be cleaned of
mud and inspected for damage.
•
If wheels and tires are not cleaned
properly, damage to the wheels, tires,
braking system and suspension
components could occur.
•
Brake discs and callipers should be
examined and any stones or grit that
may affect braking efficiency removed.
•
The underside of the vehicle should be
checked for damage, especially the
suspension springs and dampers.
•
Any damage to paint or protective
coatings, should be rectified by a Land
Rover Retailer as soon as possible.
If you have any doubt whether the vehicle
has been damaged, have the vehicle
inspected by a Land Rover Retailer.
Ground clearance is particularly important at
the bottom of steep slopes, or where wheel ruts
are unusually deep and where sudden changes
in the slope of the ground are experienced.
ALWAYS attempt to avoid obstacles that may
foul the underside of the vehicle.
Loss of traction
If the vehicle is immobilised due to loss of
wheel grip, the following hints could be of
value:
•
Avoid prolonged wheel spin; this will only
make matters worse.
•
Remove obstacles rather than forcing the
vehicle to cross them.
•
Clear clogged tire treads.
•
Reverse as far as possible, then attempt an
increased speed approach - additional
momentum may overcome the obstacle.
•
Brushwood, sacking or any similar material
placed in front of the tires may improve tire
grip.
CD autochanger
*
Playing CDs while negotiating arduous off-road
terrain is not recommended. Severe jolting of
the vehicle may disturb the operation of the
autochanger, causing the disc to ‘jump’ or
‘skip’.
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