Braking Systems
Foot Brake
WARNING: Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving, as this can lead to brake overheating, reduced effectiveness, and accelerated wear.
Never coast with the engine turned off, as the brakes will not function. The brake pedal will still operate, but will require excessive force to engage.
If the brake warning light illuminates while driving, stop the vehicle immediately, considering traffic conditions and safety. Seek qualified assistance before resuming your journey. Refer to Section: Indicators, page 145.
Do not place floor mats or other objects under the brake pedal. This can restrict pedal travel and reduce brake effectiveness.
The hydraulic brake system operates with two circuits. If one circuit fails, the other will continue to function.
In such cases, exercise extreme caution. The brake pedal travel will increase, requiring more force, and the braking distance will lengthen.
Brake Booster System
The brake system is assisted by a booster, which operates only when the engine is running. Without the booster, greater force is required to operate the brake pedal for safe vehicle control, increasing the braking distance.
Observe the following precautions:
- Be particularly attentive when towing your vehicle with the engine off.
- If the engine must be stopped while driving, stop the vehicle as soon as possible, considering traffic conditions, without applying the brake pedal intensely. This is because the braking system may lose its remaining booster energy.
Wet Conditions
Driving through water or heavy rain can negatively affect brake performance. Dry the brake surfaces by applying the brake pedal lightly and intermittently, after ensuring you are at a safe distance from other road users.
Brake Pads
Brake pads require a break-in period. Avoid situations requiring sudden braking during the first 800 km (500 miles) of driving.
Remember: For long-term performance and optimal efficiency, regular maintenance, including checks for brake pad wear and periodic replacement, is necessary.
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
WARNING: The ABS system cannot shorten the physically possible minimum braking distance of the vehicle, effectively handle cornering at very high speeds, or eliminate the risk of aquaplaning when a layer of water prevents normal tire contact with the road.
The presence of an ABS system on your vehicle does not mean the driver can risk their safety or the safety of others. The driver is always responsible for careful and attentive driving, considering prevailing weather and road conditions.
Drivers should always consider the road surface condition and the fact that pedal response differs from vehicles not equipped with ABS.
The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) helps the driver maintain full control and directional stability during emergency braking by preventing wheel lock-up and skidding.
ABS continuously monitors the speed of each wheel and adjusts the braking force on each wheel according to its grip on the road. ABS optimizes tire grip on the road surface during maximum braking.
During ABS operation, you may feel a series of pulses when applying the brake pedal. This is normal; maintain maximum pressure on the brake pedal.
Regardless of the pressure applied to the pedal, normal vehicle control should be maintained in all road conditions.
ABS allows you to maneuver around obstacles during emergency braking. ABS does not reduce the danger in:
- Driving too close to the vehicle ahead.
- Aquaplaning.
- Cornering at high speed.
- Driving on poor surfaces.
Precautions:
- Do not apply the brake pedal intermittently; this will cause the system to stop functioning and may increase the braking distance.
- Do not place additional floor mats or other objects under the brake pedal. This will restrict pedal travel and reduce brake effectiveness.
Indicator Light
If an ABS system fault is detected, the warning indicator will illuminate. If the ABS indicator illuminates or remains lit after the lamp check cycle, drive with extreme caution. The braking system will continue to function normally, but without ABS.
WARNING: If the ABS indicator illuminates while driving, avoid sudden braking. Seek qualified assistance as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions may result in injury or loss of control.
Cornering Brake Control (CBC)
Cornering Brake Control (CBC) is an integral part of ABS and is used to maintain vehicle stability and control during braking while cornering or changing lanes at speed.
Emergency Brake Assist (EBA)
If you press the brake pedal quickly, EBA will automatically increase braking force to the maximum, helping to stop the vehicle. Also, if the driver brakes slowly but with sufficient force to activate ABS on both front wheels, the system will automatically increase braking force so that all four wheels are controlled by the ABS, optimizing ABS effectiveness.
Maintain pressure on the brake pedal throughout the braking process. If you release the pedal, EBA will cease to function.
In case of an EBA system malfunction, the amber brake warning light will illuminate. Refer to Section: Indicators, page 145.
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
The vehicle is equipped with an Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) system that directs the appropriate braking force to the front and rear wheels, ensuring braking efficiency under all vehicle load conditions.
For example, with a light load, EBD applies less force to the rear brakes to maintain vehicle stability, and conversely, if the vehicle is towing a trailer or is heavily loaded, full braking force is applied.
In case of an EBD system malfunction, the red brake warning light will illuminate. Refer to Section: Indicators, page 145. If it illuminates while driving, stop the vehicle carefully when conditions permit and seek qualified assistance.
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)
Manual Activation of EPB
With the vehicle stationary, pull the lever (1) upwards, then release it. The lever will return to the neutral position, and an indicator in the switch and the red EPB indicator on the instrument panel will illuminate.
It is important to ensure the red indicator illuminates continuously (does not flash). This indicates correct EPB operation.
If the lever is pulled while the vehicle is moving at a speed below 3 km/h (2 mph), the vehicle will stop abruptly. The stop lights will not illuminate.
Manual Release of EPB
To release the EPB, the ignition key must be in the second position. Press the foot brake pedal and lower the EPB lever.
It is not possible to release the EPB manually without pressing the foot brake pedal.
If the EPB cannot be released manually, seek qualified assistance immediately.
Automatic Release of EPB
If the vehicle is stationary and the EPB is engaged, and the gear selector is in position D (Drive) or R (Reverse), pressing the accelerator pedal will release the EPB and allow the vehicle to move off.
If the transmission is in CommandShift™ manual shift mode, automatic release occurs in 1st and 2nd gears in the high range, and 1st, 2nd, and 3rd gears in the low range.
To delay the automatic release, keep the lever in the engaged position, then release it at the desired moment.
In case of a malfunction, the message MALFUNCTION: PARK BRAKE AUTO RELEASE NOT WORKING will appear on the central information display. In this case, release the EPB manually.
In most cases, the EPB system releases smoothly as the accelerator pedal is pressed, allowing the vehicle to move off. However, the initial release time may be extended at the start of a journey if the selector is moved from P (Park) or N (Neutral). This is normal and allows for a longer engagement time for the transmission in certain situations.
The EPB system also reduces system load (depending on the gradient), ensuring a smooth start. If a reduction in system load causes the vehicle to move, the full parking brake force will be reapplied.
To cancel the reduced braking force function, engage the parking brake after selecting the gear.
If the vehicle has been used in challenging off-road conditions, such as muddy terrain or deep slush, additional maintenance and adjustment of the parking brake will be required. Consult your servicing dealer or Land Rover technical center.
Fault Protection
If the system detects a fault with the EPB while the ignition is on but the parking brake is disengaged, the amber EPB indicator will flash, and the message PARK BRAKE FAULT will appear on the information display.
Note: In certain transmission faults, the parking brake may not operate or engage automatically.
Driving Off-Road
Although the Anti-lock Braking System operates in off-road conditions, it cannot be fully relied upon in certain surfaces. It may not always compensate for driver error or inexperience in challenging off-road conditions.
Pay attention to the following:
- On soft or loose surfaces, such as snow, sand, or gravel, and on very uneven ground, the braking distance with ABS may be longer than with normal braking, even though vehicle control may be better. This is because natural wheel lock-up on soft surfaces creates a layer of surface material in front of the wheels, which helps to stop them.
- If the vehicle is on a steep incline with poor wheel grip, it may start to slide with locked wheels due to the lack of wheel rotation that signals the ABS. To prevent this, briefly release the brakes to give the wheels some momentum, then reapply the brakes, allowing the ABS to regulate the force.
- Before driving off-road, carefully read the section on Off-Road Driving in this manual.
Braking on Corners
The braking system on corners (CBC) is an integral part of ABS and is used to maintain vehicle stability and control when braking while cornering or changing lanes at speed.
Emergency Brake Assist (EBA)
If you press the brake pedal quickly, EBA will automatically increase braking force to the maximum, helping to stop the vehicle. Also, if the driver brakes slowly but with sufficient force to activate ABS on both front wheels, the system will automatically increase braking force so that all four wheels are controlled by the ABS, optimizing ABS effectiveness.
Maintain pressure on the brake pedal throughout the braking process. If you release the pedal, EBA will cease to function.
In case of an EBA system malfunction, the amber brake warning light will illuminate. Refer to Section: Indicators, page 145.
Using the EPB While Driving
In an emergency situation, the parking brake can be applied dynamically, i.e., while the vehicle is moving at speeds above 3 km/h (2 mph). Pulling the lever upwards and holding it in that position will reduce speed.
The indicator will illuminate, accompanied by a sharp audible signal, and the message! PARK BRAKE ENGAGED! will appear on the information display. The stop lights will illuminate.
Releasing or pressing the lever will disengage the EPB.
You should not use the EPB regularly for slowing down or temporary stopping; this device is intended for emergency use only.
Caution: Driving the vehicle with the parking brake engaged (except in emergency situations described above) or repeatedly using the parking brake to slow down can seriously damage the braking system.
Fault Protection
If the system detects a fault with the EPB while the ignition is on but the parking brake is disengaged, the amber EPB indicator will flash, and the message PARK BRAKE FAULT will appear on the information display.
Note: In certain transmission faults, the parking brake may not operate or engage automatically.
