Thread: Disabling D2 Traction Control

Firstly, get the centre diff lock. It transformed my D2 in all situations. Secondly, once you have the CDL, if you start the car with it engaged, you will automatically disengage the traction control and abs. Just remember to restart the car when you get back onto the blacktop so that you have re-activated the abs....pretty important for your, and your familys safety!
I actually find that the combination of the CDL and TC works extremely well so maybe try things before you just ignore the benefits that TC can give you.

It is ILLEGAL to have any switch which disconnects the ABS (which also drives the TC). Your insurance will be void if you do this!

Wardy1

Thanks for the info.

So my understanding of your reply is.

1. If I engage CDL with car running, both CDL and traction control are active.

2. If I turn off car, engage CDL and restart, CDL is active and traction control is inactive.

The long climb in the soft sand was the only time that I have been disapointed with my D2, if the CDL is the answer then I will have to spend the money.

The only way I got up was with a big run-up and lots of power.

I am looking at around $2000 though to purchase and install the CDL in mine as it is the only model with the spigot etc. removed.

I was told I can get a reconditioned transfer case for about the same money with the CDL spigot.

What tyre pressure were you running?

Makes a *huge* difference with TC

It should have been around 18-20psi but I think it ended up lower, long story as to why this happened.

I have the 18" factory alloys so was a bit worried about low pressures.

Does anyone have a recommended pressure to use with the 18" rims and 255/55 tyres?

Or with those are you better of leaving them at standard pressure, Land Rover recommend 28psi front and 38psi rear.

I just bought a good second hand CDL Lever kit for my 99 D3 Td5 a bit pricey i thought at $1,178.00 all up with Freight & GST . But have been looking since last year . Cheers George

Hi CJT, yes, your interpretation is correct

Try calling Fred Smith Auto (9720 4999) re a transfer case and linkages. I got mine from him (2nd hand) for about $1100. He is a LR specialist and would fit it all for you as well if req. There is a bit of info about him somewhere on this forum, basically, what he doesn't know about LR's isn't worth knowing.

I find driving along and waiting for the modulator to send the three amigos dis engages the traction control

dont have to wait too long and bingo

I do have to make the effort to get that fixed

Originally Posted by Jedimastermat

I find driving along and waiting for the modulator to send the three amigos dis engages the traction control

dont have to wait too long and bingo

I do have to make the effort to get that fixed

This is false, even with the 3 amigoes the TC ABS HD will still work, unless it's a complete Modulator failure.

Baz.