Using Gears in Icy or Snow Conditions

[Wings]

I have just acquired a 1998 Landrover Discovery tdi, can any one please explain how the off road gears are used for driving in off road conditions or in slippery icy/snowing conditions.

[100SRV]

Generally as follows:

A High ratio, centre difflock disengaged - all hard surface driving

B High ratio, centre difflock engaged - rough tracks, grass, snow and ice. Use the highest gear possible and with gentle throttle modulation to avoid wheelspin

C Low ratio, centre difflock disengaged - low speed manoevering with a trailer or any situation where you are on a high-traction surface but require maximum torque at low ground speeds. Use the highest gear possible and with gentle throttle modulation to avoid wheelspin

D Low ratio, centre difflock engaged - low speed manoevering on low-traction surfaces or very heavy towing. Use the highest gear possible and with gentle throttle modulation to avoid wheelspin

Hope this helps...

100SRV

Edited by 100SRV on Tuesday 6th February 16:21