Towing
ESSENTIAL TOWING CHECKS
Tire pressures:
Loading:
Increase rear pressures of towing vehicle by at least 3 lbf/in2 (21 kPa) up to
maximum of 44 lbf/in2 (302 kPa). Ensure trailer/caravan tires 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.
Tongue weight:
If the vehicle is loaded to the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), the tongue
weight is limited to 330 lb (150 kg). If a greater tongue weight is necessary
(up to 550 lb (250 kg) maximum), vehicle loading should be adjusted to
ensure the GVW and rear axle weights are not exceeded - see ‘TOWING
WEIGHTS’, page 280, for further information.
Hitch height:
Must be set so that caravan/trailer is level when connected to the tow
vehicle with engine running.
WARNING
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tongue 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 280).
For all of the towing conditions described,
it is important that the following points are
observed:
•
All loads in the vehicle should be
distributed as far forward as possible.
•
The maximum Gross Vehicle Weight
must not be exceeded, see ‘TOWING
WEIGHTS’, page 280.
WARNING
DO NOT exceed the gross weight or axle loads
stated on the certification label attached to
the vehicle. Exceeding allowable vehicle and
axle loads will increase the risk of tire or
suspension failure, increase vehicle brake
stopping distance, and adversely affect
vehicle handling and stability which may
result in a crash or rollover.
•
•
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The maximum individual axle weights
must not be exceeded, see ‘TOWING
WEIGHTS’, page 280.
Changes between high and low range
should not be made while the vehicle is
on the move.
Total trailer weight and tongue load can
be measured with platform scales
found at highway weighing stations,
building supply companies, etc.
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| Categories | Land Rover, Land Rover Discovery |
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| Model Year | 2003 |
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