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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