Driving Techniques
CLIMBING STEEP SLOPES
When the vehicle is back on level ground and
safety permits, a faster approach will probably
enable the hill to be climbed. However, DO NOT
take unnecessary risks, if the hill is too difficult
to climb, find an alternative route.
ALWAYS follow the fall line of the slope -
travelling diagonally could encourage the
vehicle to slide broadside down the slope.
Steep climbs will usually require the LOW gear
range and selecting ‘3’ or ‘4’ using
WARNING
CommandShift selection is recommended. It is
advisable to engage HDC, in case there is a
need to reverse down the slope to avoid an
obstacle. If the surface is loose or slippery, use
sufficient speed in the highest practical gear to
take advantage of your vehicle's momentum
and disable DSC. However, too high a speed
over a bumpy surface may result in a wheel
lifting, causing the vehicle to lose stability. In
this case try a slower approach. Traction can
also be improved by easing off the accelerator
just before loss of forward motion.
DO NOT attempt to reverse down a slope
without the engine running and ensure that
‘R’ (reverse) is selected. Otherwise, HDC and
the braking effect of the gearbox will be lost.
If the vehicle is unable to complete a climb, do
not attempt to turn it around while on the slope.
Instead, adopt the following procedure to
reverse downhill to the foot of the slope.
1.
Hold the vehicle stationary using both foot
and hand brakes.
2.
3.
Restart the engine if necessary.
Engage ‘N’ (neutral) and engage LOW
range, then select ‘R’ (reverse).
4.
5.
Select Hill Descent Control (HDC).
Release the parking brake. Then fully
release the foot brake and allow the
vehicle to reverse down the slope using
engine braking and HDC to control the rate
of descent.
6.
7.
Unless it is necessary to stop the vehicle
to negotiate obstructions, DO NOT apply
the brake during the descent - even a light
application may cause the front wheels to
lock, rendering the steering ineffective.
If the vehicle begins to slide, accelerate
slightly to allow the tires to regain grip.
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| Categories | Land Rover, Land Rover Discovery |
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| Model Year | 2003 |
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