On this model of Terrain Response every time you get into the vehicle it resets to General mode so I don't know how you would be driving around normally with this mode selected unless you have made an conscious decision to do so.
It's certainly advised against by LR unless the condition call for Special Program's Selection. MY15
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Surround Camera System
InControl Apps soon to be replaced with CarPlay (WIP)
Meridian Premium Surround Sound
Digital Audio Broadcast
Timed Climate
Cruise ECO Data
Follow Me Home Reverse
Extra Features Menu
Picture In Motion
4x4i screen (WIP)
Digital Broadcast TV
Meridian Rear Media with WIFI
Factory Powered Tailgate
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
Reverse Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
Electrochromatic Wing Mirrors (WIP)

I have seen folk saying if you put it in one of the special modes whilst driving on normal roads it doesnt half accelerate quickly? they didnt say how many diff failures they had had though as a result?

taztastic wrote:

I use it, on my last FL2 and on this one, my view is that if its there it's to be used, of course some modes are stressful to the car, sand mode all the time, while fun, would be destructive. GGS is very good in traffic jams, smooths the journey and the low speeds will hardly tear the system apart.

My view on those who drive around unknowing of what mode the car is in deserve any fault caused, they probably also drive around with faults, blown lamps, incorrect tyre pressures etc. if they can't be bothered to check before they drive off and take note of the instrument display when driving then they shouldn't be behind the wheel, a train or bus would be a better option for them clearing the road for 'drivers'.

Well said Paul Any good driver should feel that the car handles differently and the steering wheel will be more heavy! Dont forget the illuminated terrain response icons on the centre console indicating what setting its on  MY14 Kahn Converted Dynamic - Fuji White Ebony/Pimento Interior
MY15 Xenon Headlight Conversion

MY17 RRS SVR - Estoril Blue Cirrus/Ebony 🪣💺’s

I mainly use GGS for driving on Forestry Commission tracks when assisting on rallies and also when pitching my caravan on fields for caravan rallies.
No problems in 46k miles. Thant's the kiss of death then mentioning mileage.

Bill Life Honorary Member of Wallasey Motor Club.
Licenced MSA Radio Operator for 35+ years.
Rallying is the only sport.

On a LR Experience day, the 'expert'advised me to use GGS in heavy traffic to modify the throttle response and increase anti-stall when crawling along. He also pointed out that Sand mode is best for quick getaways at the lights!

Have to say as a country boy GGS is on regularly on farm tracks and came in handy at Holkham country fair last weekend on very wet meadow grass. I use mud & ruts less often, but use HDC everytime I go in a multi-storey car park, because I can!

Toys are for playing with! Td4 XS manual, Orkney Grey, MY2014

Firstly, selecting "sand" mode just alters the linear map of the electronic throttle and doesn't magically give your more HP or torque just more throttle with less foot pressure earlier.
Secondly at standstill the haldex is engaged and anyways is so quick to respond to slip, even more so with Gen IV, it wouldn't need to be, so selecting "sand" mode for quicker getaways at the lights is garbage!
It just may feel like it!
The system is that sophisticated I don't know why you'd bother unless the terrain gets difficult. MY15
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Surround Camera System
InControl Apps soon to be replaced with CarPlay (WIP)
Meridian Premium Surround Sound
Digital Audio Broadcast
Timed Climate
Cruise ECO Data
Follow Me Home Reverse
Extra Features Menu
Picture In Motion
4x4i screen (WIP)
Digital Broadcast TV
Meridian Rear Media with WIFI
Factory Powered Tailgate
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
Reverse Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
Electrochromatic Wing Mirrors (WIP)

taztastic wrote:

If they do, it serves them right for not checking and they deserve all they get.

It must be great to be perfect. FL2 SD4 Metropolis Auto Santorini Black / ivory completely stock.

It's true that light travels faster than sound, some people look quite intelligent until you hear them speak.


Stop global winging.

I've had mine modified - a custom setting for driving on ferrets.