Range Rover: Steep slopes - Brakes - Range Rover Owner's ManualRange Rover: Steep slopes

If the vehicle is stationary on a steep, slippery slope, it may begin to slide even with the brakes applied. This is because without wheel rotation, the ABS cannot determine vehicle movement.

To counteract this, briefly release the brakes to allow some wheel rotation. Then re-apply the brakes to allow ABS to gain control.

    Brake warning lamps
    The ABS warning lamp illuminates briefly when the ignition is turned on. See 57, WARNING LAMPS AND INDICATORS. If this amber warning lamp illuminates when driving (accompanied by an associated wa ...

    Emergency brake assist (EBA)
    If the driver rapidly applies the brakes, EBA automatically boosts the braking force to its maximum, in order to bring the vehicle to a halt as quickly as possible. If the driver applies the brake ...

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    Avoiding flat spots
    In order to minimize flat spotting, the tire pressures can be increased to the maximum as stated on the tire sidewall, for the period when the vehicle is stationary. Tires must be returned to the ...

    Using the TIREFIT kit
    You can use the TIREFIT kit to seal small punctures, particularly those in the tire tread. You can use TIREFIT at outside temperatures down to -4 °F (-20 °C). WARNING   TIREFIT is a ...

    Odometer
    The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven, in either kilometers or miles. This vehicle has a tamper-resistant odometer. If the vehicle needs a new odometer installed, the new one is ...