Starting the engine
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STARTING
WARNING
The catalytic converter is easily damaged by
improper use, particularly if the wrong fuel
is used, or if an engine misfire occurs.
Before starting the engine and driving,
ENSURE that you are familiar with the
precautions shown under ’Catalytic converter’
later in this section.
In particular, you should be aware that if the
engine fails to start, continued use of the
starter may result in unburnt fuel damaging
the catalytic converter.
Starting procedure
1. Check that the parking brake is applied
and that the gear selector is in ’P’ or ’N’.
2. Switch off all unnecessary electrical
equipment.
3. Turn the starter switch to position ’II’ and
then on to position ’III’ to operate the
starter motor; DO NOT press the
accelerator pedal while starting. RELEASE
THE KEY as soon as the engine is running.
In temperate climates DO NOT operate the
starter for longer than 5 seconds; if the engine
fails to start, switch off and wait for 10
seconds before re-using the starter. Note that
continued use of the starter will discharge the
battery. In temperate climates the battery
charging and oil pressure warning lights
should extinguish as soon as the engine is
running.
In very cold climates, if the engine fails to
start after three attempts, fully depress the
accelerator and operate the starter continually
for up to 30 seconds, or until the engine runs.
WARNING
Exhaust fumes contain poisonous
substances which can cause
unconsciousness and may even be fatal.
• DO NOT inhale exhaust gases.
• DO NOT start or leave the engine running
in an enclosed unventilated area, or
drive with the tailgate door open.
• DO NOT modify the exhaust system from
the original design.
• Repair exhaust system or body leaks
immediately.
• If you think exhaust fumes are entering
the vehicle have the cause determined
and corrected immediately.
Cold climates
In very cold climates the oil pressure warning
lights may take several seconds to extinguish.
Similarly, engine cranking times will also
increase; at -22˚F (-30˚C) the starter motor
may need to be operated continuously for as
long as 30 seconds before the engine will
start. For this reason, ensure that all
non-essential electrical equipment is switched
off.
Additionally, in very cold temperatures, use of
a 110V AC block heater will improve the
engine’s starting characteristics. Only
approved block heaters, restricted to a
maximum of 400W, should be used. Block
heaters that exceeed this output may damage
the emission control components. Your Land
Rover dealer can advise you about the supply
and use of a block heater.
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