Land Rover Discovery: Hill descent control (HDC)
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Hill Descent Control (HDC) is designed to
restrict the vehicle's speed to a set limit
when travelling downhill
Do not attempt a steep descent
if HDC is inoperative or warning
messages are displayed.
With Hill Descent Control (HDC) activated,
if the vehicle is stopped on a slope using
the brake pedal, GRC will become active
(except in the Terrain response system's
Sand program). During a hill asce
WADE SENSING CONTROLS
Wade sensing should not be used
during off-road driving as rapid
increases in water depth cannot
be detected in time to deliver a
warning message to the driver.
When enter
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The AWDCM is located at the front right side of the RDU, adjacent to the
drive flange. The AWDCM is attached to the RDU casing and secured with
screws.
Two electrical connectors provide the interface between the AWD valve
block and the vehicle systems. The upper connector provides the
connections
Operation
When the park brake is applied with the EPB switch, the ABS control
module uses the wheel speed inputs to determine when to use the static
and dynamic modes of operation. It uses the static mode at vehicle speeds
up to 3km/h (2mph) and the dynamic mode at vehicle speeds greater than
3km/h