Range Rover Evoque: Hill descent control
Land Rover Range Rover Evoque L538 (2011–2018) Owner's Manual / Hill descent control
- Hill descent control (HDC) controls
- Hdc operation
- Gradient release control (GRC)
- Brake temperature
- System fault
- Automatic systems
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Hill descent control (HDC) controls
Hill descent control (HDC) controls
1. Press to switch HDC on and off.
2. Press to increase the set speed.
3. Press to decrease the set speed.
Manual transmission: HDC can be used in 1st,
2nd o
Hdc operation
With HDC engaged, standard descent speed
will not exceed 20km/h (12.4mph).
While the green warning lamp is continuously
illuminated, HDC target speed can be modified
using the cruise control steer
Gradient release control (GRC)
With HDC activated, if the vehicle is stopped on
a slope using the foot brake, GRC will become
active (except in Terrain Response Sand
program). It operates in all gears and in neutral
position.
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Before driving off-road
Before venturing off-road, it is absolutely
essential that inexperienced drivers become
fully familiar with the vehicle's controls. In
particular Hill Descent Control (HDC) and the
Terrain Response system.
Basic guidance for Off-Road driving can be
found in the Land Rover Off-Road Driving
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Wading
The maximum advisable wading depth is
500mm (19.7in). If the vehicle remains
stationary in water above the door sill level,
severe electrical damage may occur.
Do not switch off the engine when
wading and avoid stopping. If the
engine stalls, restart immediately.
If water has entered the en
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