Towing & load carrying
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When calculating the laden weight of the
trailer, remember to include the weight of
the trailer PLUS the load.
VEHICLEWEIGHTS
When loading a vehicle to its maximum (gross
vehicle weight), consideration must be taken
of the unladen vehicle weight and the
distribution of the load, to ensure that axle
loadings do not exceed the permitted
maximum values.
Where the load can be divided between
trailer and tow vehicle, loading more
weight into the vehicle than the trailer will
generallyimprove the stabilityof the
combination.
It is your responsibilityto limit the vehicle
load, in such a way that neither the maximum
axle loads, nor the gross vehicle weight, are
exceeded (see ’General data’).
NOTE: It is the driver’s responsibilityto
ensure that all regulations with regard to
towing, are complied with according to the
state in which the vehicle is being operated.
All relevant information should be obtained
from an appropriate motoring organisation.
If veryheavytrailer loads are towed
(particularlyat high altitude or in hot
climates), the ’GEARBOXOVERHEAT’warning
may appear in the message centre.
TONGUEWEIGHT
The recommended maximum trailer tongue
weight is 550 lb (250 kg).
This warning indicates that the gearboxoil is
too hot, in which case you should reduce road
speed, manuallyselect a lower gear, or
transfer to the LOWrange of gears. If the
message persists, stop the vehicle and allow
the gearboxto cool. If the message resumes
after cooling, seek qualified assistance before
continuing.
WARNING
The tongue weight plus the combined weight
of the vehicle’s load carrying area and rear
seat passengers, must NOTEXCEEDthe
maximum rear axle load, or the gross
vehicle weight (as shown in ’General data’).
Exceeding these weights could result in
engine, transmission and structural
NOTE: When towing at altitudes above 1,000
feet (300 metres), engine performance can be
adversely affected causing overheating.
damage, loss of control and personal injury.
WARNING
DONOTcarry unsecured equipment, tools or
luggage, which could move and cause
personal injury in the event of an accident or
emergency manoeuvre, either on or off
road.
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| Categories | Range Rover |
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| Tags | Land Rover |
| Model Year | 2002 |
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| Language | English |
| Product Name | Range Rover |
| Product Brand | Land Rover |
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| Publisher | landrover.com |
| Wikipedia's Page | http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Land_Rover |
| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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