Cold Climate Use/Alaska/Preventative Measures
#13
Lots of people wheel the 05 and 06 LR3 without the HD package. Do I wish I had it? Yes. Is the LR3 terrain response system ten times better than the D2 traction control even without the rear locker? Probably.
Anyway back to the cold, my LR3 has the cold weather package, does yours? It came with heated seats (front and back), windscreen, washer jets, and mirrors.
Anyway back to the cold, my LR3 has the cold weather package, does yours? It came with heated seats (front and back), windscreen, washer jets, and mirrors.
Last edited by jafir; 09-13-2013 at 11:11 AM.
#14
Sorry to get off-topic on this thread...
#16
No?
I have been, and the LR3 is twice the truck yours ever thought of being, 10 times more reliable, better MPG, more cargo room and better off road even without the electronic rear diff.
Every option ever offered on a car always gets better with the new model, better computer programs and better components so of course the '07 LR3 is better than the '05.
Most of the electrical issues on the LR3 is due to a weak battery, then corrosion in the Terrain Response dial and then water leakage into the underhood fuse box.
So until you know what you're talking about...
#17
use a freeze plug style block heater, I'm sure you can get the factory one, if not they are available after market.
I would not use an oil pan heater, with out flow you will just bake the oil.
I also would not use an electric starter unless it is LR, do a search hundred of post of people who put in electric started and then had wiring issued later. Also what happens if your truck blows a hose or it froze up and your starter kicks on at -5?
you can also buy a after market washer heater if you truck did not come with one.
I would not use an oil pan heater, with out flow you will just bake the oil.
I also would not use an electric starter unless it is LR, do a search hundred of post of people who put in electric started and then had wiring issued later. Also what happens if your truck blows a hose or it froze up and your starter kicks on at -5?
you can also buy a after market washer heater if you truck did not come with one.
A oil pan heater will not bake the oil, they dont get that hot and the oil pan on the LR3 is aluminum and hidden by the front diff so the oil pan heater is a no go anyway.
Land Rover does not offer a remote starter, a good quality name brand aftermarket one is what you have to buy, Viper and Bulldog are both good brands, proper installation will not cause any problems, they will need a ignition key for it though as the LR3 has a chipped key.
Why would your truck blow a radiator hose? Especially a '05? Radiator hoses are good for at least 10yrs.
A good remote starter will shut the engine off if there is a problem.
#18
#20
The best advice you will get is from a professional in Anchorage.
Here's a local shop, It might pay to drop them an email or call...
Far North Rover LLC, In Anchorage Alaska
There is a lot of good info posted on living in cold climate areas
Here's a military one, it's kind of basic but covers the necessities
including guns.
https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=...k9vSxhcoJdQvZg
Here is clip from the LR3 owners manual For cold climate starting.
Cold climates
In very cold climates the oil pressure warning light may take several seconds to extinguish.
Similarly, engine cranking times will also increase. At -25°C (-13°F) the starter motor
may require continuous operation for as long as 30 seconds before the engine will start.
For this reason, ensure that all non-essential electrical equipment is switched off to
maximise the available battery effort for starting.
No matter how prepared you are, you will need to address issues
as they arise. A mechanically sound vehicle is the best starting point.
...and Disco Mike, Please refrain from posting information that is NOT
accurate,correct, or true.
Cheers
Here's a local shop, It might pay to drop them an email or call...
Far North Rover LLC, In Anchorage Alaska
There is a lot of good info posted on living in cold climate areas
Here's a military one, it's kind of basic but covers the necessities
including guns.
https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=...k9vSxhcoJdQvZg
Here is clip from the LR3 owners manual For cold climate starting.
Cold climates
In very cold climates the oil pressure warning light may take several seconds to extinguish.
Similarly, engine cranking times will also increase. At -25°C (-13°F) the starter motor
may require continuous operation for as long as 30 seconds before the engine will start.
For this reason, ensure that all non-essential electrical equipment is switched off to
maximise the available battery effort for starting.
No matter how prepared you are, you will need to address issues
as they arise. A mechanically sound vehicle is the best starting point.
...and Disco Mike, Please refrain from posting information that is NOT
accurate,correct, or true.
Cheers
Last edited by threalassmikeg; 09-14-2013 at 08:21 AM.