Land Rover Defender: Deployable Roof Ladder

DEPLOYABLE ROOF LADDER - PART NUMBER: VPLER0172

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

VPLER0172 / VPLER0189

WARNINGS:

• Accessories which are not correctly installed can be dangerous. Read the instructions carefully prior to installation. Comply with instructions at all times. If in doubt, contact your nearest approved retailer.
• Make sure that the deployable roof ladder is securely latched and locked before driving the vehicle.
• Take extra care when climbing on the deployable roof ladder in wet or icy conditions.
• Take care when stowing or deploying the deployable roof ladder to make sure that fingers do not get trapped by the ladder. It is advisable to hold the middle step of the deployable roof ladder when latching the ladder shut or deploying the ladder.
• The maximum load that can be placed on the deployable roof ladder is 150 kg or 330 lbs. Do not exceed the maximum load.

CAUTIONS:

• The vehicle must be equipped with roof rails if the deployable roof ladder is going to be installed.
• If both the deployable roof ladder and the expedition roof rack will be installed to the vehicle then the deployable roof ladder must be installed first and the expedition roof rack installed afterwards.
• Make sure the correct stowing sequence is followed to prevent damage to the deployable roof ladder.

NOTES:

• This procedure contains some variation in the illustrations depending on the vehicle specification, but the essential information is always correct.
• This procedure contains illustrations for left side components, right side components are similar.

• Removal
• Installation

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