ECO mode LAND ROVER DISCOVERY 1999 Manual Online

BODY CONTROL UNIT
86-3-30 DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
Interior courtesy lamps
To determine when to provide an interior courtesy lamps enable output, the BCU checks the following input
conditions:
lIgnition state.
lTransit mode.
lDriver's door open.
lPassenger or rear door open.
The courtesy lamps operate at full brightness when they are first switched on. The BCU then gradually dims the lamps
(fade-out) before completely switching them off. Fade-out occurs over a period of two seconds following the logical
control signal to turn off the lights. When a door is opened, the BCU provides earth paths from the interior lamps, the
load space lamp and the ignition switch illumination. The following table lists the courtesy lamps operation and
duration for holding the lamps on that occurs after the BCU has detected a condition that signals the courtesy lamps
should be switched on:
Instrument pack
The BCU communicates with the instrument pack to provide a range of functions.
Odometer update
The BCU can be programmed for one of two options:
lOption 1 – no odometer error warning.
lOption 2 – odometer error warning.
In order to provide an LCD flash request to the instrument pack via the communications link, the following inputs are
checked:
lIgnition state.
lInstrument pack odometer value (via the communications link).
lBCU odometer value.
The function is only active when the ignition state is on. The maximum allowed value is 999,999 miles (1,608,999
km).If the instrument pack odometer value is greater than the maximum allowed value, the maximum value is
assumed. The BCU odometer value is stored in EEPROM. If 16 identical values of the instrument pack odometer
reading is received consecutively, the instrument pack odometer value is compared with the BCU odometer value. If
the consecutive readings from the instrument pack differ, the BCU odometer value is incremented accordingly. If the
BCU odometer value is less than the instrument pack odometer value by up to 10 km, the BCU odometer value is set
equal to the instrument pack odometer value.
If the odometer warning option is enabled, and the contents of the instrument pack odometer value buffer is identical
to, or greater than BCU odometer value ± 10 km, the BCU sends an LED flash request to the instrument pack.
In the event of a communications link failure, this function will be unable to operate.
Control signal Additional conditions Duration
Door open - 10 minutes
Unlock signal from remote transmitter All doors closed and ignition switch not in
position III1 minute
Unlock signal from the driver's door lock All doors closed and ignition switch not in
position III1 minute
Ignition switch turned from position II or III to
position 0All doors closed 1 minute
Door changed from open to closed All other doors closed and ignition switch not
in position III15 seconds
Ignition switch in position III - Timer cancelled
BCU receives a lock command - Timer cancelled
Vehicle has transit mode enabled - 15 seconds on all occasions

BODY CONTROL UNIT
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 86-3-31
Gear position indicator illumination
On automatic gearbox models, two variations of illumination for the gear position indicators on the selector lever can
be programmed into the BCU. In option 1, illumination is provided when the ignition is on. In option 2, illumination is
enabled when the ignition is on and the side lamps are off.
Starter relay
The BCU checks the status of the following inputs and internal BCU conditions to determine whether or not to provide
an output to enable the starter relay:
lAutostart inhibit (vehicles with automatic gearbox only).
lSecurity start inhibit (immobilisation check).
lEngine running (link to instrument pack).
lEEPROM locked (internal check).
lIDM and BCU matched.
When the BCU receives a crank signal from the ignition switch, an earth path is completed to the starter relay coil,
provided that the security system has been de-activated. If the ECM has not received a valid unlock/ remobilise signal,
the starter relay will be disengaged and the engine stopped. The BCU also receives an engine running signal from
the instrument pack, so that if the ignition key is turned to the crank position while the engine is running, the starter
motor relay will not be engaged.
If the logic conditions are correct to allow starter operation, the completion of the earth path from the starter relay coil
to the BCU energises the coil and the relay contacts close to supply battery power to the starter motor.
When the ignition switch is released from the crank position, the power supply feed from the ignition switch to the
starter relay coil is interrupted and the relay contacts open to prevent further battery feed to the starter motor.
If a communications link failure is experienced, the BCU will be prevented from detecting the 'engine running'
condition and the BCU will default to assume that the engine is not running.
Cruise control
The Neutral/ Reverse/ Park/ Brake selected output is used by the cruise control system. The BCU checks for the
following inputs:
lIgnition on.
lGearbox state.
lBrake switch activated.
For vehicles with manual transmission, Neutral/ Reverse/ Park/ Brake selected output is on if the ignition is on and
brake switch activated is on. Otherwise, the Neutral/ Reverse/ Park/ Brake selected output is off.
For vehicles with automatic transmission, the Neutral/ Reverse/ Park/ Brake selected output is on if the ignition is on
and brake switch activated is on, or if the ignition is on and 'gearbox state' is in Neutral, Park or Reverse. Otherwise
Neutral/ Reverse/ Park/ Brake selected output is off.
Shift interlock (where fitted)
On automatic gearbox models, the BCU and IDM combine to operate a shift interlock solenoid, so that the gear
selector lever can only be moved when certain logical conditions have been satisfied. Operation of the interlock may
be affected, if the battery becomes discharged.

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When the gear selector lever is in the Park position and the ignition is off, an interlock solenoid is de-energised, locking
the gear selector lever in the Park position.
The gear selector lever can only be moved from the Park position when the ignition is switched on and the brake pedal
is depressed. When these conditions are satisfied, the brake pedal switch signal is received by the BCU which then
signals the IDM to energise the interlock relay. When the interlock relay is energised, the interlock solenoid is
operated, unlocking the gear selector lever.
When the brake pedal is released, the feed to the BCU is removed and the shift interlock solenoid is de-energised.
The locking mechanism controlled by the solenoid will lock the gear selector lever once it is returned to the Park
position.

BODY CONTROL UNIT
86-3-32 DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
The shift interlock option can be programmed in one of three states dependent on market/ customer requirements,
these are:
lOption 1– not fitted.
lOption 2 – normal operation.
lOption 3 – inhibit transfer box.
The BCU checks the status of the following inputs to determine the logic action for employing the shift interlock
solenoid:
lBrake switch activated.
lIgnition state.
lGearbox state.
In the event of a communications link failure, the shift interlock solenoid enable is switched on for 1 minute every time
the ignition is switched on and switched off when the ignition is turned off.
Ignition interlock (where fitted)
On automatic gearbox models, when the ignition key is inserted in the ignition switch, the ignition key-in switch
contacts close to supply a signal to the BCU to indicate the presence of the key in the switch and provide a supply
feed to the ignition interlock solenoid. If the gear selector lever is in a position other than Park, or the 'transfer box
neutral selected' is on, the BCU will supply an earth path to complete the ignition interlock circuit and cause the
interlock solenoid to be engaged. With the interlock solenoid engaged, removal of the ignition key is prevented. The
BCU will open the circuit, to allow removal of the ignition key, only when the gear selector lever is in the Park position
and the transfer box is in either high or low range.
The ignition key interlock option can be programmed in one of three states dependent on market/ customer
requirements, these are:
lOption 1– not fitted.
lOption 2 – normal operation.
lOption 3 – inhibit transfer box.
The BCU checks the status of the following inputs to determine the logic action for operating the ignition key interlock
solenoid:
lTransfer box neutral selected.
lGearbox state.
lTransit mode.
When the transit mode is on, the ignition key interlock solenoid is off.
Transfer box interlock (where fitted)
The transfer box interlock is controlled by the IDM to prevent transfer box shifter operation unless certain
preconditions have been satisfied.
The transfer box interlock prevents the transfer box being shifted from High or Low to neutral with the ignition key
removed from the ignition switch. When the BCU senses that the ignition key is removed from the ignition switch, it
signals the IDM via the serial data bus. The IDM then provides an earth path for the coil of the transfer box relay,
energising the relay coil and closing the relay contacts to provide a voltage supply to the transfer box interlock
solenoid.
A diode is included in the supply line to the solenoid to prevent residual current causing the solenoid to stick in the
energised position.
The transfer box solenoid interlock option can be programmed in one of three states dependent on market/ customer
requirements, these are:
lOption 1– not fitted.
lOption 2 – normal operation.
lOption 3 – inhibit transfer box.
The BCU checks the status of the following inputs to determine the logic action for employing the transfer box interlock
solenoid (transfer box solenoid enable):
lIgnition state.
lGearbox state.

BODY CONTROL UNIT
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 86-3-33
In the event of a communications link failure occurring while the transfer box enable is on, the output will be switched
off.
Gear position switch
On automatic gearbox models, the BCU provides an output which supplies power to the automatic gearbox gear
position switch. The BCU checks for the following inputs before it supplies power:
lIgnition on.
lAuxiliary.
When the ignition is on, the feed to the gear position switch is on. When the ignition is off and auxiliary is off for more
than 30 seconds, feed to the gear position switch is off.

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Fuel flap release
The fuel flap release solenoid only operates when the ignition switch is switched off, the anti-theft system is not
activated and the fuel flap release switch is pressed. If the BCU detects that these conditions have been satisfied, it
provides a path to earth for the fuel flap solenoid, so allowing the fuel flap to be opened.
To decide the correct conditions for providing a fuel flap enable output, the BCU checks the following input conditions:
lIgnition state.
lPerimetric alarm state.
If the battery state is not normal, the electric fuel flap enable is switched off.
Audible warnings
The BCU can request the instrument pack to generate an audible warning in response to logic conditions which have
been detected by the BCU and which need to be drawn to the driver's attention.

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Seat belt warning
The BCU can be programmed to include seat belt warning using one of four options:
lOption 1 – warning on for 6 seconds.
lOption 2 – warning on for 6 seconds or until the seat belt is fastened.
lOption 3 – warning on for 6 seconds unless the seat belt is fastened.
lOption 4 – no warning.
The BCU checks the status of the following inputs:
lIgnition on.
lSeat belt fastened.
Depending on the logic conditions of the inputs, the BCU provides the following outputs:
lAudible warning No.1 requested.
lSeat belt not fastened warning on instrument pack (via datalink to the instrument pack).
When programmed for option 1 operation, audible warning No. 1 is requested when the ignition switch is turned from
off to position II. The audible warning remains active for 6 seconds and a warning lamp on the instrument pack is
illuminated for the same duration.
When programmed for option 2 operation, audible warning No. 1 is requested when the ignition switch is turned from
off to position II. The audible warning remains active for 6 seconds or until the seat belt fastened signal is on and a
warning lamp on the instrument pack is illuminated for the same duration.
When programmed for option 3 operation, audible warning No. 1 is requested when the ignition switch is turned from
off to position II. The audible warning remains active for 6 seconds if the seat belt fastened signal is off; a warning
lamp on the instrument pack is illuminated for the same duration.
In the event of a communications link failure occurring, the audible and visual warning requests are not sent to the
instrument pack.

ALARM SYSTEM AND HORN
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 86-4-5
Description
General
The anti-theft system deters the theft of the vehicle with both active and passive systems. The active systems monitor
the vehicle perimeter and, in some markets the vehicle interior, for intrusion. If the system detects intrusion, an alarm
sounds. The passive systems include a vehicle immobiliser as well as protection against intrusion through super
locking the doors. The vehicle is immobilised whenever the ignition key is removed from the ignition switch. Super
locking prevents the interior door handles from opening the doors. In addition, there are many features and functions
that enhance system operation.
It is possible to perform the various functions associated with the anti-theft system remotely. To accomplish this, the
handset generates a radio frequency when the lock button or unlock button is depressed. This signal is transmitted
to the Body Control Unit (BCU) via a receiver located in front of rear sunroof beneath the headlining. Precise alignment
of the handset to the receiver is not necessary. The approximate operating range between the handset and the
receiver is 10 metres (33 feet).
It is important to understand the configuration of the system on each particular vehicle. There are many
different combinations of features with dedicated operating modes. System configuration for each vehicle
can be determined using TestBook.
The anti-theft system is controlled centrally by the BCU, which is located below and behind the passenger glovebox.
A serial communication link communicates between the Intelligent Driver Module (IDM) located within the fusebox,
the BCU and the LED located in the instrument panel.
The state of the alarm is stored in the BCU. If the battery is disconnected while the alarm is armed, the alarm will be
triggered when the battery is reconnected.
NOTE: Disconnecting the battery while the alarm is armed triggers the alarm. Always disarm the alarm system before
disconnecting the battery.
The BCU also receives inputs from the following components:
lIgnition key in sensor.
lIgnition switch.
lFuel cut off switch.
lFuel flap release switch.
The BCU also interacts with the following components:
lStarter relay.
lVehicle horns.
lDirection indicators.
lFuel flap release actuator.
lCourtesy lamps.

ALARM SYSTEM AND HORN
86-4-14 DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
Battery Backed-up Sounder (BBUS)
The BBUS is located behind the rear quarter trim panel on the right hand side of the vehicle and is utilised as an
additional alarm warning device. It has a self contained power source allowing it to operate when the vehicle battery
is disconnected.
NOTE: Always disarm the BBUS before carrying out any procedures related to the BBUS.
Input/Output
The BBUS utilises a 12 volts power supply from fuse 20 (15 amperes) located in the passenger compartment fusebox
via a relay to charge the self contained battery.
When the alarm is triggered, the BCU is pulled high internally triggering the BBUS to sound continuously for 30
seconds.
The BCU sets the BBUS to its internal battery backed mode when the vehicle battery is disconnected.
If a mislock occurs the BCU triggers the BBUS for a period of 50 ms.
The BCU triggers the BBUS once for a period of 50 ms when an EKA code is requested.
When the EKA code is entered correctly, the BBUS will operate twice for a period of 50 ms on, 200 ms off.
The BBUS utilises a dedicated earth path.

ALARM SYSTEM AND HORN
86-4-24 DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
The theft deterrent LED utilises a particular flash to show the status of the following:
lAlarm armed.
lEngine immobilised.
lAlarm tampered.
lHandset low battery warning.
Transit mode
To prevent excessive battery drain during transportation to overseas markets, the vehicle is placed in a transit mode
at the end of line test.
The following functions are disabled when the vehicle is in transit mode:
lVolumetric sensors.
lPassive immobilisation.
lMobilisation of the vehicle by use of door lock.
lIgnition key interlock.
lElectric seat enable time-out with drivers door open.
To exit this mode, switch on the ignition and simultaneously hold down the heated rear window and the rear fog lamp
switch for 2 seconds.
Transit mode can be entered using Testbook.

IN CAR ENTERTAINMENT
86-6-16 DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
Description
General
The DVD entertainment system can be fitted by Land Rover Special Vehicles as an original equipment system on the
Adventurer model or can be supplied as an accessory for fitment by the dealer. The system can be fitted to all
Discovery Series II models.
NOTE: The DVD system cannot be fitted to vehicles fitted with a Visteon single slot CD head unit.
The fitment of the system to vehicles manufactured before 2002 model year requires a different wiring harness and
connector plugs to vehicles from 2002 model year. Full details of components required for specific vehicles is
contained in the DVD System Accessory fitting instructions (Part No. STC 61947/61946).
The system comprises a main wiring harness, a lower wiring harness, CD switch box with integral noise filter, CD
switch harness, remote control handset and an overhead console containing the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) monitor
and Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) player.
The system can play DVD films and display them on the LCD screen. The DVD audio can be played over the vehicle
audio speaker system or on headphones connected directly to the overhead console. The system can also function
as a second CD player. Rear seat occupants can listen to a CD in the overhead console via headphones, whilst the
remaining vehicle occupants can listen to CD's played from the CD autochanger in the normal way.

IN CAR ENTERTAINMENT
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 86-6-27
Operation
DVD Player Functionality
The following defines the functionality of the unit. Further details of system operation can found in the DVD System
Owner's Manual, Publication Part No. LRL0482, supplied with the system.
DVD Region Selection
The DVD player is capable of playing discs from any region. The DVD can only be set to play discs of one region at
a time. A code is entered using the remote control handset to set the unit to the required region. The unit is set to the
correct region on production and therefore this will not be required by either the dealer or the customer.
If the unit region is required to be changed for any reason, Land Rover Special Vehicles must be contacted for the
required code and procedure.
NOTE: The unit can be re-configured for region up to five times. After the fifth attempt to re-configure the region, the
unit will be locked in the fifth region that was programmed. This will require the unit to be returned to the manufacturer
to be reset. The manufacturer will charge a fee for this service.
DVD Player CD Audio Function
The DVD player can play audio CD's through the vehicle audio system. This allows the user to play additional CD's
without having to remove the CD autochanger cartridge.
The overhead console LCD monitor must be open to play audio CD's.. Normal audio CD functionality such as repeat,
random and track select etc. can be accessed using the remote control handset.
The DVD player in the overhead console will also function independently of the vehicle audio system, and operate as
an additional CD player. The rear seat passengers can listen to audio CD's via the three headphone sockets on the
overhead console and via the two radio/headphone amplifier units (if fitted), while the front seat passengers
simultaneously listen to CD's played on the vehicle audio system and CD autochanger.
DVD/CD Output using the Vehicle Audio System
To play the DVD/CD audio output from the overhead console through the vehicle audio speakers, the speaker button
on the overhead console or remote control handset must be pressed. 'Speaker On' appears on the LCD monitor and
the head unit CD functionality is suspended. The audio output from the overhead console will now be played from the
vehicle speaker system. The head unit volume control, tone control, Navigation announcements and mobile phone (if
fitted) will function as normal and override the DVD output. A second press of the speaker button will switch the audio
output back to the head unit. 'Speaker Off' will be displayed on the LCD monitor.
The overhead console will remember the selected speaker condition if the overhead console is switched off by closing
the monitor, the console switched off using the handset or accessory power removed from the overhead console.
Power Up Conditions
On application of accessory power, the overhead console will perform the following:
lIf no disc is in the DVD player, the LCD monitor will display a blue screen and enter 'AUX' input mode.
When a DVD or CD is inserted in the DVD player, the system will change to DVD input mode. The disc will
attempt to play but may be limited by the disc media. Some discs will play automatically, some will display a menu
and others require the user to start playback.
lIf a disc was in the DVD player and the system was in 'Play', 'Pause', 'FF' or 'Rew' when powered down, playback
will start when power is re-applied.
lIf a disc was in the DVD player and the system was in 'Stop' when powered down, the system will enter DVD
mode and a blue screen will be displayed on the LCD monitor.
lSpeaker selection will remain in the same state as when the accessory power was removed.
Engine Cranking
If the unit is playing a DVD or CD when the ignition switch is moved to position III (engine crank), the system will stop
playing while the engine is cranking. Playback will resume at the point the playback was stopped when the ignition
switch is returned to position I or II.

DRIVING AIDS
86-8-12 DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
Park Distance Control Detection Areas
aIntermittent Warning Tone
bContinuous Warning Tone
Detection Calculation
When operating in the combined transmitter and receiver mode, the sensor outputs a number ultrasonic pulses and
receives the reflected echo signal. The ECU amplifies the received echo signals and compares them with a
preprogrammed threshold to calculate the distance to the object. This is achieved by determining the elapsed time
between the transmission and reception of the ultrasonic signal.
When operating in receiver mode, the sensor receives echo signals transmitted by an adjacent sensor. This mode is
used to improve the accuracy of the system.
The detection cycle consists of the ECU operating one sensor in the combined transmitter and receiver mode and
transmitting a number of ultrasonic pulses. The ECU then switches the transmitting sensor and the adjacent sensor(s)
to receiver mode. After a short time delay, this sequence is repeated using a different sensor to transmit the ultrasonic
pulse and continues until all four sensors have output an ultrasonic signal. This sequence is completed in 100ms. The
ECU uses several measurements of the same sensors to remove errors from the calculation.
If the object is directly behind a sensor, the distance is calculated using the time between the transmission and
reception of the signal. If the object is positioned between two sensors, the ECU uses both signals to determine the
correct distance using triangulation.
To perform the triangulation calculation, the ECU must know the distance between the individual sensors in the
bumper. This information is stored in the ECU memory. From the received distance from each sensor and using the
known distance between adjacent sensors, the ECU can calculate the minimum distance from the vehicle to the
object.
When approaching several objects, the ECU recognises the distance from the vehicle to the nearest object.
A
Y- Y
1800mm (70in)
450mm (17in)
600mm (23.5in)
YY
B
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