2023 Land Rover RANGE ROVER VELAR MAINTENANCE Owner Manual

The vehicle is built using high-precision manufacturing methods, but the moving parts of the engine must still settle in relative to each other. The breaking-in process occurs mainly in the first 2 000 mi (3 000 km) of operation.

During the breaking-in period of 2 000 mi (3 000 km), observe and follow the instructions below:

Do not fully press the accelerator pedal.
Avoid high engine speeds (rpm) until the engine has reached its full operating temperature.
Avoid operating the engine in too high a gear at low engine speeds (laboring).
Gradually increase engine and road speeds.
Avoid extended operation at high engine speeds with abrupt stops.
Avoid frequent cold starts followed by short-distance driving. Where possible, allow the engine to reach operating temperature.
Longer journeys are more helpful during the breaking-in period.
Do not participate in off-road driving, competition driving, track days, sports driving schools, or any similar events.

AIR CONDITIONING (A/C)

WARNING
With reference to US legislation relating to Air Conditioning (A/C) refrigerants, J2845 Technician Training for Safe Service and Containment of Refrigerants Used in Mobile Air Conditioning (A/C) Systems (HFO-1234yf) states that under no circumstances should any part of the A/C system be serviced, dismantled, or replaced by anyone other than suitably qualified and certified personnel. Make sure that the refrigerant is correctly contained at all times. Failure to adhere to the above may result in serious personal injury or death.

WARNING
All replacement parts for the Air Conditioning (A/C) system must be new and equivalent to the manufacturer’s original equipment. All replacement parts must comply with the relevant SAE standard (J2842). Contact a retailer/authorized repairer for advice. Failure to do so may lead to serious personal injury or death. The following symbols may be used on an under-hood label and are relevant to the refrigerant fluid:

A/C symbol.

Lubricant symbol.

Caution.

Flammable refrigerant.

Required registered technician to service A/C.

Consult the Owner’s Handbook.

OWNER MAINTENANCE

WARNING
Any significant or sudden drop in fluid levels, or uneven tire wear, should be reported to a qualified technician without delay. Failure to do so may damage the vehicle and lead to accidents, potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

In additionto the routine maintenance, a number of simple checks must be carried out more frequently. See DAILY CHECKS and WEEKLY CHECKS.

DAILY CHECKS

Operation of the lights, horn, turn signals, wipers, washers, and warning lamps.
Operation of the seat belts and brakes.
Look for fluid deposits underneath the vehicle that might indicate a leak. Condensation drips from the Air Conditioning (A/C) system are normal.

WEEKLY CHECKS

Engine oil level.
Engine coolant level.
Brake fluid level.
Screen washer fluid level.
Tire pressures and condition.
The Air Conditioning (A/C) system.

NOTES
The engine oil level should be checked more frequently if the vehicle is driven for prolonged periods at high speeds.

WEEKLY CHECKS

Engine oil level.
Engine coolant level.
Brake fluid level.
Screen washer fluid level.
Tire pressures and condition.
The Air Conditioning (A/C) system.

NOTES
The engine oil level should be checked more frequently if the vehicle is driven for prolonged periods at high speeds.

ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM

CAUTION
No modifications or additions should be made to the anti-theft system. Such changes could cause the system to malfunction, which increases the risk of theft.

AIR BAG SYSTEM

WARNING
The components that make up the air bag system are sensitive to electrical or physical interference. Electrical and/or physical interference could easily damage the system and cause inadvertent operation or a malfunction of the air bag module. Air bags should only be repaired by an authorized repairer. If the air bags are not repaired correctly, they may not operate correctly during a collision, which may lead to serious injury or death.

To prevent malfunction of the air bag system, always consult a retailer/authorized repairer before fitting any of the following:

Electronic equipment such as a mobile phone, two-way radio, or in-vehicle entertainment system.
Accessories attached to the front of the vehicle.
Any modification to the front of the vehicle.
Any modification involving the removal or repair of any wiring or component in the vicinity of any of the air bag system components. The components include the steering wheel, steering column, and instrument and dashboard panels.
Any modification to the dashboard panels or steering wheel.

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

WARNING

Make sure the following warnings have been read and fully understood. Failure to comply with the safety instructions could result in an accident, leading to serious injury or death.
Fitting of non-approved parts and accessories, or the carrying out of non-approved alterations or conversions, may be dangerous and could affect the safety of the vehicle and occupants, and also invalidate the terms and conditions of the vehicle’s warranty. Jaguar Land Rover Limited will not accept any liability for death, personal injury, or damage to property, which may occur as a result of installation of non-approved accessories or the carrying out of non-approved conversions to the vehicle.
With reference to US legislation relating to Air Conditioning (A/C) refrigerants, J2845 Technician Training for Safe Service and Containment of Refrigerants Used in Mobile Air Conditioning (A/C) Systems (HFO-1234yf), states that under no circumstances should any part of the A/C system be serviced, dismantled, or replaced by anyone other than suitably qualified and certified personnel. Make sure that the refrigerant is correctly contained at all times.
All replacement parts for the Air Conditioning (A/C) system must be new and equivalent to the manufacturer’s original equipment. All replacement parts must comply with the relevant SAE Standard. Contact a retailer/authorized repairer for advice. Failure to adhere to the above may result in personal injury.

The following symbol may be used on an under-hood label and is relevant to the refrigerant fluid:

Extremely flammable. Chemicals that have an extremely low flash point and boiling point, and gases that catch fire when in contact with air.

ROAD TESTING DYNAMOMETERS (ROLLING ROADS)

Any dynamometer testing should only be carried out by a qualified person, familiar with the dynamometer testing and safety procedures practiced by retailers/authorized repairers.

SAFETY IN THE GARAGE

WARNING

Make sure the following warnings have been read and fully understood. Failure to comply with the safety instructions could result in an accident, leading to serious injury or death.
If the vehicle has been driven recently, do not touch the engine, exhaust, or cooling system components until the engine has cooled. Handling any of these components when hot may cause personal injury.
Never leave the engine running when the vehicle is in a garage. Exhaust gases are poisonous and can cause unconsciousness and death if inhaled.
Do not work beneath the vehicle with the wheel changing jack as the only means of support. The jack is designed for wheel changing only. Never work beneath the vehicle with the jack as the only means of support. To avoid injury, always use correctly-rated vehicle support stands, before putting any part of the body beneath the vehicle.
Keep your hands and clothing away from drive belts, pulleys and fans. Some fans may continue to operate after the engine has stopped. Always pay attention to fans in operation to avoid personal injury.
Remove metal wristbands and jewelry, before working in the engine compartment. Failure to do so can lead to serious injury or death.
Do not touch electrical leads or components while the engine is running, or with the ignition turned on. Doing so may result in electric shock.
Do not allow tools or metal parts of the vehicle to make contact with the battery leads or terminals. Such contacts may result in serious personal injury or death.

USED ENGINE OIL

WARNING
Prolonged contact with engine oil may cause serious skin disorders, including dermatitis and cancer of the skin. Always wash thoroughly after contact.

Pollution of drains, waterways, or soil is illegal. Use authorized waste disposal sites to dispose of used oil and toxic chemicals.

OPENING THE HOOD

WARNING
Before opening the hood, make sure that the ignition is switched off and the smart key is removed from the vehicle. Failure to do so can potentially result in serious injury or death.

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To open the hood:

Pull the handle, located in the left-side front footwell, to release the hood safety latch.
Push the safety catch lever, located below the center point of the hood. Raise the hood.

CLOSING THE HOOD

WARNING
Before closing the hood, make sure that no-one is obstructing the closing area and that hands and clothes are clear. The closing hood may cause serious injuries.

WARNING
Do not drive with the hood secured by the safety catch alone. If the hood opens while driving, it may lead to a collision, which may cause serious injuries or death.

WARNING
When closing the hood, make sure to stand in front of the vehicle. Do not attempt to close the hood while standing at the side of the vehicle. Doing so may result in incorrect latching of the hood, which may cause serious injuries or death.

To close the hood:

Using both hands, lower the hood and let it drop from a height of between 8 to 20 in (20 to 50 cm).
Try to lift the front edge of the hood, near both corners, to check that it is securely engaged.
If the hood lifts slightly, it is not properly latched. Open the hood again, and with a little more force, try again to close it.

UNDER-HOOD COVERS REMOVAL

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Open the hood and follow the procedure:

Lightly push back and hold the cover’s front securing clip.
Lift up the cover and slide forward to release the rear locating clips.

UNDER-HOOD COVERS REFITTING

Open the hood and follow the procedure:

Locate the cover’s rear locating clips into the vehicle’s panel.
Lightly press down the cover to engage the front securing clip into the vehicle’s panel.

NOTES
The cover should be a flush fit and aligned to the vehicle’s panel.

FUEL SYSTEM

WARNING

Under no circumstances should any part of the fuel system be dismantled or replaced by anyone other than a suitably qualified vehicle technician. If any parts are replaced by an unqualified person, this may cause interference in the operation of the vehicle, leading to serious injury or death.
Make sure sparks and open flames are kept away from the engine compartment. A spark may cause an explosion, which may lead to serious injuries or death.
Wear protective clothing, including, where possible, gloves made from an impervious material. Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death.
If fuel odor is detected, switch off the vehicle and exit as soon as possible. Contact a suitably qualified vehicle technician. Failure to do so could lead to serious injuries or death.

CHANGING A BULB

CAUTION
All lights are LED units and must only be replaced by a retailer/authorized repairer.

WIPERS SERVICE POSITION

CAUTION
To avoid damage to the hood, do not lift the wiper blades when they are in the normal parked position.

NOTES
The smart key must remain in the vehicle while the wiper blades are being replaced.

NOTES
Fit only replacement wiper blades that are identical to the original specification.

NOTES
Replace the wiper blades in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

Before changing a wiper blade, the wiper arms must be set in the service position as follows:

Make sure the vehicle’s ignition is switched off.
Switch the vehicle’s ignition on and then off again.
Immediately press the wash/wipe control to its lowest position, as if to command a single wipe. Hold this position while switching on the vehicle’s ignition again. The wipers move to the service position. See WIPER OPERATION.
When the new parts have been fitted, switch the vehicle’s ignition off. The wipers return to the park position.

SUNROOF RESET

WARNING
Before closing the sunroof, make sure that no occupants have any part of their body in a position where it could be trapped. Even with an anti-trap system, death or serious injury could occur. See SUNROOF ANTI-TRAP MECHANISM.

WARNING
The anti-trap system is disabled during the reset cycle. Make sure that no occupants have any part of their body in a position where it could be trapped, potentially leading to serious personal injury or death.

Make sure that the conditions, listed below, are met before carrying out the sunroof and/or roof blind reset procedure:

The ambient air temperature is between 41°F (5°C) and 149°F (65°C).F
The vehicle is stationary.
The vehicle’s battery is sufficiently charged and the electrical connections are good.

The sunroof and/or roof blind need to be reset if the battery is disconnected, becomes discharged, or the power supply is interrupted.

Once the power supply is restored, reset the sunroof and/or roof blind as follows:

Switch the ignition on.
Manually close the sunroof and/or roof blind. Release the switches. See ELECTRIC WINDOWS.
Fully press and hold the front of the sunroof switch for 10 seconds to start the reset cycle. Continue to hold the front of the sunroof switch.
NOTES
If the switch is released, the whole procedure has to be repeated.
The reset cycle:

Fully opens the roof blind.

Fully opens and then fully closes the sunroof.

Fully closes the roof blind.
Once the reset cycle has completed and the roof blind has stopped moving, release the switch.

The sunroof and/or the roof blind can now be operated as normal.

WINDOW RESET

The windows need to be reset if the battery is disconnected, becomes discharged, or the power supply is interrupted.

Once the power supply is restored, reset the windows as follows:

Close the window fully.
Release the switch. Lift it to the close position and hold for 2 seconds.
Release the switch.
Repeat the lift and release procedure twice more.
Test the window for correct manual and automatic switch operation. See ELECTRIC WINDOWS.
Repeat the procedure on each window.

NOTES
Make sure that a minimum of 12 volts is available at all times. It is recommended to have the engine running while resetting the windows.

FIRE EXTINGUISHER

For certain markets, fire extinguishers are fitted to comply with local legislation. It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure the fire extinguisher is maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. The owner is also responsible for making sure that the pressure is at a suitable operating pressure, as indicated on the pressure gauge. Only use fire extinguishers approved by the vehicle manufacturer.