Land Rover Discovery: Airbag deployment effects
- When an airbag inflates, a fine
powder is released. This is normal
and not an indication of a
malfunction. The powder may
cause irritation to the skin and
should be thoroughly flushed
from eyes and any cuts or
abrasions. This powder can cause
breathing difficulties for asthma
sufferers or other people with
respiratory problems. If this
occurs, get out of the vehicle as
soon as it is safe to do so or get
fresh air by opening a window. If
breathing problems persist, seek
medical attention.
- Airbag deployment is
accompanied by a very loud noise,
which may cause discomfort, and
temporary loss of hearing.
- After inflation, some airbag
components will be very hot. Do
not touch the airbag components
until they have cooled sufficiently.
- After inflation, the front and
seat-mounted side airbags deflate
immediately. This provides a
gradual cushioning effect for the
occupants and also makes sure
the driver's forward vision is not
obscured.
AIRBAG WARNING LAMP
The airbag warning lamp is displayed in
the Instrument panel and will illuminate
as a bulb check when the ignition is
switched on.
- The warning lamp indicates a
potential fault with the vehicle's
restraint system, which could
result in serious injury or death in
the event of a severe accident.
- If the warning lamp indicates that
a fault is present in the system,
do not use a child restraint on the
front passenger seat.
If any of the following warning lamp
conditions occur, the vehicle should be
checked by your Retailer/Authorised
Repairer immediately:
- The warning lamp fails to illuminate
when the ignition is switched on.
- The warning lamp fails to extinguish
within 6 seconds of the ignition being
switched on.
- The warning lamp illuminates at any
time, other than during the bulb check,
when the ignition is on.
When the ignition is switched on, a
diagnostic control unit monitors the
readiness of the system's electrical circuits.
The elements of the Supplementary
Restraint System (SRS) components
include:
- SRS warning indicator.
- Rotary coupler.
- Airbag modules.
- Front and third row seat belt
pre-tensioners.
- Front seat belt buckle switches.
- Front seat track position sensor.
- Airbag diagnostic control unit.
- Crash and rollover sensors.
- Airbag wiring harness.
- Airbag status indicator.
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Note: Disabling the passenger airbag is
market dependent.
The passenger's front airbag can be
switched on and off, using the interactive
controls in the Instrument panel when the
vehic
Phone systems should only be
installed by qualified persons
familiar with the operation of, and
requirements for, vehicles fitted
with a Supplementary Restraint
System (SRS). If you are in any
Speedometer.
Tachometer.
Message centre and menu display.
Fuel gauge
As a reminder for the location of the
fuel filler, there is an arrow next to the
fuel pump symbol pointing to the
relevant
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NOTE:
Some illustrations may show the engine removed for clarity.
Refer to: Specifications (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables,
Specifications).
WARNING:
Make sure to support the vehicle with axle stands.
Raise and support the vehicle.
Refer to: Oil Pump Chain (303-01B, Removal and Installa
Use only high quality diesel fuel, according
to EN590 or equivalent.
These vehicles are capable of
running with up to a 7% blend of
bio-diesel, in accordance with the
European Standard EN590. It is not
recommended to use a higher
blend of bio-diesel.
The quality and specification of diesel fuel
vari