Towing
Points to remember:
NOTE: The maximum speed when towing is
kph (62 mph).
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When calculating the laden weight of the
trailer, remember to include the weight of
the trailer PLUS the load.
Automatic gearbox models
To avoid overheating the gearbox, it is not
advisable to tow heavy trailer loads at speeds of
less than 20 mph (32 km/h) using the main
gearbox in high range. Use the transfer gearbox
to select low range instead.
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The recommended trailer nose weight plus
the combined weight of the vehicle's load
carrying area and rear seat passengers must
never exceed the specified maximum rear
axle load (see ‘TOWING WEIGHTS’,
page 207).
NOTE: Above 1,000 feet (300 metres) the
effects of altitude can adversely affect engine
performance and also cause overheating.
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Where the load can be divided between
trailer and tow vehicle, loading more weight
into the vehicle will generally improve the
stability of the combination. However,
ensure that the gross vehicle and maximum
rear axle weights are not exceeded and that
the combination remains level.
Vehicle weights
When loading a vehicle to its maximum (gross
vehicle weight), take account of the unladen
vehicle weight and load distribution to ensure
that axle loadings do not exceed the permitted
maximum values. It is your responsibility to
limit the vehicle load in such a way that neither
the maximum axle loads nor the gross vehicle
weight are exceeded.
Towing regulations vary from country to
country. Always ensure national regulations
governing towing weights and speed limits
are observed (refer to the relevant national
motoring organisation for information). The
vehicle’s maximum permissible towed
weight refers to its design limitations and
NOT to any specific territorial restriction
(see ‘TOWING WEIGHTS’, page 207).
Trailer socket
When the engine is running, power output from
the trailer socket must NOT exceed 5 amps.
ESSENTIAL TOWING CHECKS
Tyre pressures:
Loading:
Increase rear pressures of towing vehicle by at least 3 lbf/in (0.2 bar) up to
maximum of 46 lbf/in (3.2 bar). Ensure trailer/caravan tyres are at
recommended pressures.
Keep trailer loads securely anchored, evenly distributed and as low as
possible with heavy loads over the axle. Towing vehicle maximum axle
weights and gross vehicle weight must not be exceeded.
Nose weight:
Hitch height:
Must be minimum of 7% of gross caravan/trailer weight up to maximum of
551
lb (250 kg) - see vehicle/trailer/tow hitch chart in ‘Technical Data’.
Must be set so that caravan/trailer is level when connected to the tow
vehicle with engine running.
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| Categories | Land Rover, Land Rover Discovery Series II |
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| Tags | Land Rover |
| Model Year | 2000 |
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| Language | English |
| Product Name | Dicovery Series II |
| Product Brand | Land Rover |
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| Publisher | landrover.com |
| Wikipedia's Page | http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Land_Rover |
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