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2000 reg landrover v8 wont start when parked facing downhill why?

The fuel tank in a Land Rover V8 is located at the rear of the vehicle. When parked facing downhill, the fuel may not be able to reach the fuel pump, which is located at the front of the vehicle. This can cause the engine to stall or refuse to start.

To avoid this problem, park the vehicle facing uphill or on level ground. If you must park facing downhill, try to park on a slight incline so that the fuel can still reach the fuel pump. You may also want to add a fuel stabilizer to the tank to help prevent the fuel from gelling or separating.