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Yes - and then it catches suddenly with a big thud. Bit annoying but yes, this has been reportted repeatedly, and indeed I experience it a few times a week.
You can 'baby' it so it does not happen, of course. But indeed a bit annoying. Perhaps this was not noticed because the UK has no stop signs, just roundabouts.
1) engage voice button
2) Say "Notepad Record"
3) engage voice button
To listen
1) engage voice button
2) Say "Notepad Play"
The voice option menu is great. There are so many commands that they should include a cheat sheet to attach to the dashboard.
It's still scheduled for "Spring availability", so the odds are it should appear in the ordering system in various markets fairly soon. Ask your dealer if they can configure an LR3 with one in the next cycle.
I too just noticed that light... it is not really bright enough for direct use... I wonder if it is used somehow by the rear view mirror in adjusting for bright lights coming from behind?
Also have had my lr3 for 4500 miles....no major problems...love driving it.
Yet--for the first time under this type of conditions in my driving life--I felt that I had complete traction at all times. I drove carefully--because stopping in icy conditions is tricky in any car--but managed to maintain a fairly good rate of speed. The SNOW mode is truly amazing. Not only did I feel safe and able to maneuver, but I was riding in perfect comfort; and emerged unrumpled at the conclusion of the trip.
The only negative part of the trip was that the fuel economy was 16.2 mpg (avg rate of speed 59.0 mph). I think the problem was the, except for the hour of storms, I had the LR3 in cruise control. The stormy hour actually raised the fuel economy from the sub-16 mpg of the cruise control part of the trip. On a previous long-range trip, I did not use cruise control and got 18.8 mpg.
Other people on here seem to think that cruise control helps with mpg. I've been getting 15.5 mpg, for mostly highway driving. But I've got a heavy foot, perhaps because I've been driving BMW's for the last 6 years...
It's not a sales tactic, my situation is a little different. Yes, I have a Silver/Black HSE and I have another on order. The one on order is a replacement. Yes a replacement. I asked my dealer to "buy the vehicle back" due to some very noticeable paint flaws.
But, I can assure everyone that the dealer has been more than accommodating. They have surpassed all my expectations regarding this issue. Just as the LR3 has. Thankfully, I have not encountered any mechanical problems within 1500 miles. If I had this would have been my chance to bail and purchase something else.
The information I have presented on this board was from what I have heard in converstions, and is meant to give the people on this board confidence that Land Rover is working hard for solutions on this issue. I am not a technician and not privy to details like VIN ranges and all of the diagnostic steps. I am certainly not trying to second guess what our retailers or our technical service personnel feel is the proper way to diagnose or repair a vehicle.
I have stated before that I am not here in any official capacity and my posts are not in any way to be construed as a corporate response. I am just an enthusiast for our products and want to help our customers to enjoy their vehicles.
I've appreciated your "unofficial" input; as well as all the others who have posted their experiences.
I appreciate this vehicle more every day. Thanks again.
Until you experience it, you can't appreciate how comfortable, powerful, stable, and fun the LR3 is...
my LR3 had the airbag warning light show up on dash; thankfully the dealer picked up my car and dropped off a loaner disc 04 model; well it's been 3 days already and they can't figure out the problem, supposedly ordering some sort of diagnostic disc from rover???????????
I must admit this is sort of what i expected w/ a new model but my emotions won out ( like usual)soooooooo, it's back to driving the good old discovery which by the way is still fun.Hopefully i'll get my LR3 back by Febuary?????????? would be nice considering my $800/mo payments !
I use a Radio Shack 6ft (1.82m) Shielded Audio Cable.
1/8" stereo miniplug to 1/8" stereo miniplug.
SKU # 42-2387A
Cost = $4.99
Turn the Ipod up to full volume. Press "AUX" on radio and you should be all set with normal volume controls. Navigation & other voice commands interupt AUX as radio etc.
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They now tell me that they found nothing and that the car is fine. I guess stalling out 45 minutes into a drive is normal. I also asked them to check my tire pressure. They say they filled it to 33 and 40. I told my service advisor that according to my manual it's supposed to be 33 and 36. He's going to look into. I guess it's better then the 48 and 57 they had them filled up to when I first got the car which had me slipping around...
Any recommendations as to who at LROA I should call?
I don't have a contact for you at LR, but their North American headquarters is in Irvine California. Check information for Premier Automotive Group, Land Rover North America, Inc. in Irvine.
We are up to 5 stalls in less than 3 weeks, but all 5 stalls have been at exactly the same spot (stop sign after coming down a hill). Doesn't seem to matter what level the fuel tank is. Since it hasn't stalled anywhere else, I doubt the dealer will be able to replicate the stall. They seem ready and willing to replace the tank, though.
That's why I'm waiting to see until after the tank is replaced whether that fixes the problem or not.
an already introduced Disco the reliability and quality is still a suspect. The fad is over for LR! IMHO. I think this is not worth the money. I see this vehicle discounted by $10,000.00 by end of 2005. The problems are just beginning IMHO. A donkey in a Horse skin is still a donkey only this time its an awkward donkey!
lam staying away from LR altogether and suggest you do the same. The number of complaints only proves that you will end up being suckered.
I will wait for 2006 Merc SUV.
Good Luck.
You hear of a couple peoples unfortunate problems and jump to conclusions. I have not had a single glitch and many others haven't as well. It is an amazing vehicle. If all you want is something cheap and reliable, then get the KIA. I hear it is a real deal. The dealers by me can't keep them in Stock. So bargains are far away.
As for the 2006 merc. It is owned by Ford too. So why would you think the reliability would be better on that new ford product than with the premium line?
I bought mine knowing full well I was taking a risk on the history and hoped Ford fixed these problems as they have done with the Jag line. But even with that risk it still was a better vehicle for me than anything else. I could not be happier.
Go read other Forums and you will see most all vehicles have snags & glitches.
Now go find how many vehicles such as Lexus GX470's, MDX, Touareg etc are discounted... not much discounting getting done on the LR3 and there is a waiting list!
I see you just became a member today so you have not done your homework yet!
Go buy your 2006 Merc SUV...
Cheerio!
Back to the LR3.
Steve, Host
Take it for what it's worth...
The dealer installed PTI kit (a less capable voice-only "no radio keypad" version) is already available in some markets. (So I've been told.)
By the way, still think Rover has come out with one of the best new vehicles with the LR3. Hope everyone gets their new model issues resolved and it proves to be a great product.
Finally, since when is Mercedes Benz part of Ford as a previous post stated? The merger was with Chrysler.
I'm surprised that LR doesn't seem to be sending field engineers wherever necessary to diagnose this stalling problem. This is clearly an issue which could affect the safe operation of the vehicle. If a dealer can't fix it on three separate attempts, I believe that would be grounds to invoke the lemon law in most states. You should be careful to document all instances of stalling and your interactions with the service department.
I'm really intrigued by this vehicle and so looking forward to some road trips in the coming months.
By the way, I once had to rent a 2004 Mercury Mountaineer during a trip to New Mexico and I have one thing to say: NEVER AGAIN!!!
I'll be in touch...
Wow. With me they show disbelieve that it even happened since they "couldn't duplicate it in their road test." They tested the fuel pressure, and "did a wiggle test at main fuse box" and there was no problem. Their notes read as follows... "I speak with Landrover engineer:Mike who agrees that there is no problem at this time and to close the case."
Do these people think I'm lying? That my vehicle didn't stall? Or do they just want me to play Russian roullet with my life because they need it to stall numerous times before they believe me? Next time I'm doing 45 mph and I stall there might be a car behind me, hey who cares, they couldn't duplicate it in their tests.!
Their whole service report was condescending in tone.
-Customer states the door lock cyl fell out (not what I said)
Left front door outside handle cover fell off.
Customer states center rear seat doesn't fold completely down
Needs to pushed down with strong snap.
Check and all seats fold and unfold with no problem.
In the next 2 days I will be going back to the exact place I stalled with my video camera. If it doesn't happen again I will forget about this, if it does I will supply a copy of the video to land rover.
I would assume a "Kit" will be released. (I know not when) that will connect to a phone or bluetooth phone.
Try voice command "Phone Help" and you should get a brief list of available voice commands.
There are many others I'm discovering but of course none of this appears in a handbook etc.
Of course once you try to issue a Dial command it comes back "No Phone Fitted".
Be nice if someone came up with a Master Voice Command booklet.
If anyone discovers any new commands let me know & I'll try to compile a "Cheat Sheet".
As a rule of thumb tire pressure will change by about 1 psi for every 10oFahrenheit change in temperature.
tidester, host
I might add that during a test drive on the dealer's driving course, the demo stalled going downhill and would not start until the car was able to reset itself. There is a problem.