Frelander 2. Manual — part 732

Status after a collision

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INSPECTING SAFETY SYSTEM
COMPONENTS

Following a collision the seat belt and
Supplementary Restraint System components
should be inspected for damage and/or
deformity. The inspection and any subsequent
repair work should only be carried out by a
Land Rover Dealer/Authorised Repairer, or
other suitably qualified persons.

Components which require inspection include
:-
• Seat belt webbing and mechanisms.
• Seat belt pre-tensioners.
• Airbag covers and modules.
• Seat frames and mounting points.
• Child seats.
• Child seat anchor points.
Note: This list is not exhaustive.

In addition to the physical items checked the
electronic control system and it's associated
wiring should also be checked thoroughly. This
process will include a diagnostic check which
can only be carried out by a Land Rover
Dealer/Authorised repairer or suitably qualified
and equipped persons.

WARNING

It is not recommended that the vehicle
be driven or used until all of the
occupant protection systems have

been checked.

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Vehicle recovery

TOWING POINTS

Front and rear towing eyes

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WARNINGS

The towing eyes at the front and rear of
the vehicle are designed for on-road

recovery only. If they are used for any other
purpose it may result in vehicle damage and
serious injury.

Never use the towing eyes to tow a
trailer, caravan etc. Doing so may result

in vehicle damage and serious injury.

CAUTION

Remove the front towing eye cover
before driving off-road to prevent

damage or loss.

Vehicle recovery

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LASHING POINTS

Front

Rear

TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE

The recommended method for
recovery/transportation or the vehicle is on a
transporter or trailer designed for that purpose.

Ensure that transportation is carried out by
suitably qualified persons, and that the vehicle
is secured correctly.

TOWING THE VEHICLE ON FOUR
WHEELS

Note: The recommended recovery method is
to raise all four wheels.

Towing procedure

1. The vehicle should be parked on firm level

ground, with the park brake on, and the
gear selector in P if an automatic gearbox
is fitted.

2. Secure the towing attachment from the

recovery vehicle to the front towing eye.
See TOWING POINTS (page 207).

3. Dock the remote control, and switch on the

ignition. See GENERAL INFORMATION
(page 113).

WARNING

The front and rear lashing points must
only be used for securing the vehicle

during transportation. Use for any other
purpose may result in damage to the vehicle,
and serious injury.

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WARNINGS

Ensure that the remote control remains
docked whilst the vehicle is being

towed. Removing the remote control will
engage the steering lock, which will prevent
the vehicle from steering correctly.

If the engine cannot be run whilst the
vehicle is being towed, there will be no

power assistance for the steering or brakes.
This will result in greater effort being required
to steer or slow the vehicle, and greatly
increased stopping distances.

CAUTIONS

The vehicle should only be towed in a
forward direction with all four wheels on

the ground. Towing in a reverse direction with
two wheels on the ground will result in serious
damage to the transmission.

The vehicle should only be towed for a
maximum of 80 km (50 miles), at a

maximum speed of 80 km/h (50 mph). Towing
for a greater distance, or at a higher speed may
result in serious damage to the transmission.

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4. Apply the foot brake, and select neutral.

5. With the footbrake still applied, release the

park brake.

6. The vehicle can now be towed a maximum

of 80 km (50 miles) at a maximum speed
of 80 kmh (50 mph).

7. Upon arrival at the destination, ensure

wherever possible that the vehicle is
parked on firm level ground.

8. Apply the park brake, and place the

selector lever into the P (park) position.

9. Switch off the ignition, and remove the

remote control.

10. Remove the towing attachment from the

towing eye.

CAUTION

Leaving the ignition switched on for
extended periods will cause the battery to

drain.

WARNING

Use extreme caution when detaching
towing equipment. Vehicle movement

is possible which can result in serious injuries.