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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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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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