Off-road driving
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Loss of traction
If the vehicle is immobile due to loss of wheel
grip, the following hints could be of value:
• Avoid prolonged wheel spin; this will only
make matters worse. The electronic
traction control (ETC) will prevent wheel
spin; drive will be diverted from a spinning
wheel and the remaining wheel will then
provide the traction necessary to
overcome difficult driving conditions.
• Remove obstacles rather than forcing the
vehicle across them.
• Clear clogged tyre treads.
• Reverse as far as possible, then attempt
an increased speed approach; additional
momentum may overcome the obstacle.
• Brushwood, sacking or any similar
material placed in front of the tyres may
improve tyre grip.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
After driving off-road
Before rejoining the public highway, or
driving at speeds above 25 mph (40
km/h), consideration should be given to
the following:
• Wheels and tyres must be cleaned of
mud and inspected for damage -
ensure there are no lumps or bulges
in the tyres or exposure of the ply or
cord structure.
• Brake discs and calipers should be
examined and any stones or grit that
may affect braking efficiency
removed.
Servicing requirements
Vehicles operated in arduous conditions,
particularly on dusty, muddy or wet
terrain, and vehicles undergoing frequent
or deep wading conditions will require
more frequent servicing. See ’Owner
maintenance’ and contact a Land Rover
dealer for advice.
In addition:
After wading in salt water or driving on
sandy beaches, use a hose to thoroughly
wash the underbody components and any
exposed body panels with fresh water.
This will help to protect the vehicle’s
cosmetic appearance.
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