Range Rover Evoque: Steep slopes
Land Rover Range Rover Evoque L538 (2011–2018) Owner's Manual / Brakes / 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.
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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
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 f
Electric parking brake (EPD)
The parking brake operates on
the rear
wheels. Therefore, secure parking of
the vehicle is dependent on being on a
hard and stable surface.
Do not rely on the parking brake to
operate effectiv
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Jacking
General
WARNING: The
following instructions must be adhered to before raising the vehicle off the
ground:
Position vehicle on a solid, level surface.
Apply the parking brake.
Select 'P' - PARK on automatic transmission selector.
Select 'N' - Neutral on manual transmission.
WARNING: If
the
Lifting
Two-Post Lift
WARNING:
Make sure that the vehicle is stable before commencing work.
CAUTION: If
the drive shaft(s) are to be removed, release the parking brake and select
NEUTRAL 'N' in the
transmission in order that the shaft(s) can be rotated when the vehicle is
raised to the desired height.
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