Towing & load carrying
TOWING
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For maximum stability, ensure that loads
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.
are properlysecured and unable to shift
position during transit. Also, position
loads so that most of the weight is placed
close to the floor and, where possible,
immediatelyabove or close to the trailer
axle(s).
The suspension is designed to cope with a
heavytrailer load without upsetting the
balance or feel of the vehicle.
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After loading the trailer, checkthat the
weight on the hitch point (this is called the
draw-bar loading weight, or nose weight),
is in accordance with the manufacturer’s
recommendations.
WARNING
Only fit towing accessories that have been
designed and approved by Land Rover.
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When calculating the laden weight of the
trailer, remember to include the weight of
the trailer PLUS THELOAD.
Ensure that the gross weight and maximum
rear axle weight are not exceeded.
Where the load weight can be divided
between trailer and tow vehicle, loading
more weight into the vehicle will generally
improve the stabilityof the combination.
When preparing your vehicle for towing,
always pay carefulattention to the trailer
manufacturer’s recommendations and the
following guidelines.
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Asmooth start will be achieved with
trailers over 2000 kg (4400 lb) by moving
off in LOWrange, then changing to HIGH
range while on the move (see ’Transfer
gearbox’).
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Ensure that the towing vehicle tyre
pressures are correct and that the trailer
tyre pressures are as recommended by the
trailer manufacturer.
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With the trailer and vehicle unladen,
balance the combination so that the trailer
draw-bar and the hitch point on the vehicle
are at the same height. Adjust the height
of the hitch point if necessary.
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Check the operation of trailer brakes and
lights.
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| Categories | Land Rover, Land Rover Defender 110, Land Rover Defender 130, Land Rover Defender 90 |
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| Tags | Land Rover |
| Model Year | 1997 |
| Download File |
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| Language | English |
| Product Name | Defender 90, 110, 130 |
| Product Brand | Land Rover |
| Applicable to Country | Australia |
| Document File Type | |
| Publisher | landrover.com |
| Wikipedia's Page | http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Land_Rover |
| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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