Land Rover Defender: Low traction launch
LOW TRACTION LAUNCH
Low
traction launch enhances
low speed maneuvering and
pulling away from a standstill in
adverse conditions.
To enable low traction launch:
1. Touch the Apps icon on the touchscreen driver side bar.
2. Select Low Traction Launch.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
4. Select Start Low Traction Launch.
Note: Low traction launch operation is further enhanced if the grass gravel snow driving program is selected.
The touchscreen automatically displays a low traction launch pop-up screen if the grass gravel snow driving program is selected, and the following conditions exist:
- The vehicle is stationary.
- The accelerator pedal is not pressed.
- All Terrain Progress Control (ATPC) is either not active or is in descent control mode.
Follow the on-screen instructions to enable low traction launch or to ignore the request.
LOW TRACTION LAUNCH LIMITATIONS
Low traction launch does not operate:
- At speeds above 19 mph (30 km/h).
- If ATPC enters full function mode.
- The ECO, dynamic, mud ruts, or sand driving programs are selected.
- The accelerator pedal is pressed fully to the floor.
- A fault is detected in the low traction launch system.
The instrument panel and touchscreen display messages to inform the driver of any system issues.
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