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As the UK faces another period of isolation, many of us will be spending a lot more time at home and less time driving our vehicles. The government advises that we should only travel by car when absolutely necessary. To ensure your Land Rover runs at its peak efficiency for essential travel, there are a number of steps you can follow. These require little effort and will maintain the best operating conditions for your vehicle.
MAINTAIN YOUR BATTERY
To build up sufficient charge in the battery, it is recommended that you turn on your vehicle once every seven days. In the first instance, start your car for a 30-minute period, with the heat in the cabin set to 22 degrees. Repeat this process for 15 minutes, once every seven days in the weeks thereafter, to ensure the battery is maintained.
CHECK YOUR TYRES
To avoid flat spots developing and ensure your tyres remain sufficiently inflated, check the tyre pressure against those listed in your vehicle manual. In addition, we advise adjusting the parking position of your Land Rover by a ¼ of a wheel turn once every 14 days, to change the point of pressure. Repeat as required.
MAINTAIN YOUR BRAKES
After extended periods of no use, we would recommend gently applying the brakes when first driving your vehicle again, at a low speed. This will help to remove any surface corrosion on the brake discs.
Our Service Centre is currently open for service and repairs, with priority being given to essential service vehicles and vehicles of key workers. If your service light turns on, please note you can continue using your vehicle for two months or up to 2,000 miles, before a service is strongly advised.
