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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    Extended off-road height
    If grounded in severe off-road conditions, the system may automatically enter Extended mode. The off-road height indicator flashes and a message will be displayed in the message center. In extende ...

    Auxiliary Devices
    The vehicle may have a 3.5mm (1/8 in) auxiliary input jack located on the lower right side of the faceplate and for vehicles with a USB port, it is located in the instrument panel storage area. ...

    StabiliTrak® System
    The vehicle has the StabiliTrak system which combines antilock brake, traction, and stability control systems and helps the driver maintain directional control of the vehicle in most driving condi ...