Frelander 2. Manual — part 711

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Transmission fluids and capacities

Transmission unit

Fluid specification

Fluid capacity

Automatic gearbox

Esso JWS3309

7 litres (12.3 pints)

Manual gearbox

Castrol MTF 97309

1.9 litres (3.3 pints)

Power transfer unit

Castrol BOT118

0.75 litres (1.3 pints)

Haldex coupling

STAT OIL SL01-301

0.65 litres (1.1 pints)

Rear differential

Castrol EPX

0.7 litres (1.2 pints)

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Brakes

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

Brake pads

Brake pads require a period of bedding in when
new. Drive with extra caution for the first 800
km (500 miles) to avoid then need for heavy
braking.

Wet conditions

Driving through heavy rain or water can have
an adverse effect on braking efficiency. Under
those circumstances it is recommended that
you lightly apply the brakes intermittently to
dry the brakes.

HINTS ON DRIVING WITH ABS

ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System) allows
maximum brake pressure, and thus maximum
braking efficiency, to be applied, and prevents
the road wheels locking. This allows the driver
to retain steering control during heavy braking
under most road conditions.

During emergency braking conditions ABS
constantly monitors the speed of each wheel.
ABS varies the brake pressure to individual
wheels, according to the grip available. The
constant alteration of brake pressure can be
felt as a pulsing sensation through the brake
pedal. This is not a cause for concern, as it is
designed to demonstrate to the driver that ABS
is operating.

ABS warning indicator

If this amber warning indicator
illuminates, drive with extra
caution, avoid heavy braking where

possible, and seek qualified assistance as soon
as possible.

WARNINGS

Do not rest your foot on the brake
pedal whilst the vehicle is in motion.
This may cause a light application of

the brakes, which can result in overheating,
reduced brake performance, and excessive
brake wear.

Never allow the vehicle to coast
(freewheel) with the engine turned off.
The engine must be running to provide

full braking assistance. The brakes will still
function with the engine off, but far more
pressure will be required to operate them.

If the red brake warning indicator
illuminates, safely bring the vehicle to
a stop, as quickly as possible. Seek

qualified assistance before proceeding.

Never place non-approved floor
matting or any other obstructions
under the brake pedal. This restricts

pedal travel and braking efficiency.

WARNINGS

ABS cannot overcome the physical
limitations of braking distance. Nor
can it overcome the lack of grip on a

road surface, aquaplaning on water for
example.

Braking distance is increased on a
slippery surface. This applies to all
vehicles, even those fitted with ABS.

The driver should not be tempted to
take risks when driving, in the hope
that ABS will correct errors of

judgement. In all cases it remains the driver's
responsibility to drive with due care and
attention, paying particular attention to the
effects of speed, weather, road conditions etc.

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ABS and off-road driving

ABS will operate when driving off-road,
however it may be unwise to rely on it's
assistance under some conditions.

Stopping distances will be increased when
travelling over rough, or bumpy terrain.

Soft surfaces

On soft or deep surfaces such as powdery
snow, sand, or gravel, the braking distance
required will be increased. This is because the
natural action of a locked wheel (which cannot
happen when ABS is operating) is to form a
wedge of surface material in front of the wheel,
which reduces the stopping distance.

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.

Emergency Brake Assist (EBA)

If the driver rapidly applies the brakes, EBA
automatically boosts the braking force to it's
maximum in order to bring the vehicle to a halt
as quickly as possible. If the driver applies the
brakes slowly, but conditions mean that ABS
operates on the front wheels, EBA will increase
the braking force in order to apply ABS control
to the rear wheels.

EBA stops operating as soon as the brake pedal
is released.

A fault with the EBA system is
indicated by the red brake warning
indicator illuminating.

Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD)

EBD controls the balance of braking forces
supplied to the front and rear wheels, in order
to maintain maximum braking efficiency.

If the vehicle has a light load (only the driver in
the vehicle for example) the EBD will reduce the
braking force applied to the rear wheels. If the
vehicle is heavily laden then EBD will increase
the braking force to the rear wheels.

A fault with the EBD system is
indicated by the red brake warning
indicator illuminating.

PARKING BRAKE

Parking on a slope

Facing uphill

If the vehicle is parked facing uphill, select first
gear (manual gearbox), or Park (automatic
gearbox), and turn the steering wheel so that
the front wheels face away from the kerb.

Facing downhill

If the vehicle is parked facing downhill, select
reverse gear (manual gearbox), or Park
(automatic gearbox), and turn the steering
wheel so that the front wheels face towards the
kerb.

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Applying the parking brake

Note: The front seat armrest may obstruct the
operation of the parking brake for some
drivers. If this is the case, lift the seat armrest
before applying the parking brake.

1. Firmly apply the foot brake.

2. Pull the parking brake lever upwards until

the parking brake is applied.

When the parking brake is applied
the warning indicator will
illuminate.

Note: Do not press the parking brake release
button when applying the parking brake.

Releasing the parking brake

1. Firmly apply the foot brake.

2. Press the parking brake lever release

button.

3. With the button pressed, lower the parking

brake lever to its lowest position.

When the parking brake is released
the warning indicator will
extinguish.

WARNING

Ensure that the parking brake is
applied fully before releasing the
parking brake lever.

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WARNING

Ensure that the foot brake is applied
before releasing the parking brake.

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