Land Rover & Range Rover Repair Service & Maintenance Shop Houston

Land Rover & Range Rover Repair Service & Maintenance Shop Houston

Check fluid levels, tire pressures, brakes, and suspension. Lubricate door seals and weather strips. Remove and replace A/C cabin air filter and sterilize evaporator box. F. 60k Maintenance Service: Engine oil and filter service. Check fluid levels, tire pressures, brakes, and suspension. Lubricate door seals and weather strips. Remove and replace engine air filter, A/C cabin air filter and sterilize evaporator box. Perform brake fluid, front & differential, power steering, coolant, transfer case and transmission fluid & filter services. G. 70k Maintenance Service: Engine oil and filter service. Check fluid levels, tire pressures, brakes, and suspension. Lubricate door seals and weather strips. Remove and replace spark plugs, A/C cabin air filter and sterilize evaporator box. H. 80k Maintenance Service: Engine oil and filter service. Check fluid levels, tire pressures, brakes, and suspension. Lubricate door seals and weather strips. Remove and replace engine air filter, A/C cabin air filter and sterilize evaporator box.

One is a 168-horsepower 2.5-liter engine carried over from last year, but it's only offered on the base model. The mainstream choice is a new turbocharged 1.6-liter. It puts out 178 hp and returns an EPA-estimated 33 mpg on the highway. Drivers who want quicker acceleration can opt for the 240-hp turbocharged four-cylinder, which effectively replaces the V6 in the old Escape. A hybrid variant of the Ford Escape is no longer offered, however. The 2013 Ford Escape is better in every way relative to its precursor. Its primary competitors -- the Honda CR-V and Mazda CX-5 -- can't match its engine choices, while the Kia Sportage and Subaru Forester can't match its interior refinement. One possible downside is price -- once you load up an Escape with all of its nifty options, it ends up being one of the most expensive models in its class. But if you're OK with that, the 2013 Ford Escape should be an excellent choice for a small crossover.

I asked for your help a few weeks ago looking for sneaker recommendations for walking in Disney World. So many people had wonderful suggestions, and a few people felt the need to call me nasty names for wanting new shoes shortly before a trip. But the real MVPs of the Buy Committee comment section were the people who suggested new socks. While I went into the Buy Committee looking for sneakers, I had tacked on a request for sock suggestions. After a horrible previous experience with blisters on every one of my toes, I needed help. You guys really came in strong with the suggestions. Once I read your recommendations, and a few Amazon reviews, I bought WrightSocks. Double layer socks saved my feet from a million blisters while running. I buy Wrightsocks off Amazon. I second Wrightsocks Coolmesh II socks. I used to get blisters on day one of vacations, but I鈥檝e been pretty much blister-free so using Wrightsocks. Buy Committee: What Shoes Will Help Me Survive Disney World?

You could save hundreds. The table below shows Land Rover car insurance cost for a sample driver. Please note that car insurance prices depend on many factors including your age, location, driving history and more. So, to get a customized quote, enter your postal code above. Land Rover鈥檚 lineup of SUVs and crossovers belong to a vehicle class that鈥檚 traditionally insurance friendly. Given that families find these models practical alternatives to the more typically suburban minivan, it鈥檚 natural that higher income earners within the family demographic look to the premium Land Rover brand. 110,000. These are luxury SUVs and crossovers, to be sure. It鈥檚 typical that the materials and construction techniques used in luxury car manufacture lead to substantial vehicles that protect both driver and passengers well in the case of an accident. In addition, with budget concerns taking a back seat, leading-edge safety systems frequently feature. Both these factors are true for Land Rover models. Insurance companies rely heavily on statistical data to determine risks for individual car models.

Which Cars Have The Highest Maintenance Costs?

Which Cars Have The Highest Maintenance Costs?

In this case, sticker prices don't represent maintenance costs. Knowing the relative maintenance costs of brands can be informative, but it鈥檚 also important to consider how car costs change with age. This chart looks at the median annual cost of maintenance across all brands. Maintenance costs are always increasing. 150 per year in costs exists for years 1 through 10. After that, there is a distinct jump between 11 and 12 years of age. 2,000 per year. This is likely because people disown their cars if maintenance costs are higher than their cars鈥?worth. Even within brands, not all cars are created equal. How do specific models compare directly to one another? We drilled down by splitting up all cars by model to look at 10 year maintenance costs. 11,000 to maintain over 10 years. These estimates include expensive one-off costs, like a transmission rebuild, that skew the mean higher. Now we know which cars are money pits.

The British firm was owned by BMW but the Germans departed in an acrimonious split that left new owners Ford with a magnificent vehicle with which to do battle with - you guessed it - BMW鈥檚 X5. What鈥檚 more, the Ford organisation learned lessons from the construction of the BMW designed Range Rover that would later produce another X5-basher, the Volvo XC90. Like I said, you couldn鈥檛 make it up. Despite its troubled existence, there鈥檚 not a great deal wrong with the third generation Range Rover. The previous model鈥檚 Metrocab styling and low rent interior was resolutely fixed and the BMW-sourced engines were superb units. Reliability has proved good and the addition of a Td6 diesel version has opened Range Rover ownership up to those who baulked at the V8 model鈥檚 thirst. A V8 Autobiography special edition was launched in late 2003 but other than that, buyers chose between either the Td6 diesel or the 4.4 V8 in SE, HSE or Vogue trims. The original Range Rover was billed as the first luxury 4x4, but the term is relative.

Owing to the slightly domed shape of the roof and the positioning of the spoiler, the roof makes the Cooper Coupe appear to be wearing a backwards baseball cap; marking it as the 鈥渂ad boy鈥?in the MINI lineup. So pronounced is MINI鈥檚 design language, even with these radical departures from tradition, the Cooper Coupe is still readily identifiable as a MINI product. The tautly drawn parallel lines, athletic stance, and harmonious curvatures defining the body of the car all say MINI loudly and quite clearly. Up front, the bulldog facial expression is maintained with the slightly oversized headlamp clusters juxtaposed against the r hexagonally contoured grille and the rounded front end. Viewed in profile, the shoulder line rises as it progresses toward the rear of the car, lending it a slight wedge shape. This gives the side view of the Cooper Coupe a more dynamic appearance, owing to the inherent forward thrust of such an arrangement. The length, width, and wheelbase of the Coupe are almost identical to the Hardtop; the only real difference being the overall height is a full inch less. And yet, it looks smaller than the Cooper Hardtop.

They appear to be Hollanders. While the buffaloes are congregating I notice a fellow moving off into the bush wielding an axe. It isn鈥檛 long before his efforts start echoing around us, and the buffaloes aren鈥檛 the only one鈥檚 getting irritated by this. Finally I get up and approach the guy, and point out that his chopping is chasing away the wildlife. We offer him some of our wood which he accepts gracefully. When I return I find Hennie is setting camera traps for the night. After a braai under the moonlight and some discussion over gin and tonic and the odd whiskey, we sit with our backs to the Land Rover and the fire, listening to the haunting calls of hyenas. People often sit around a fire with their backs exposed. Fire is no protection from hyenas, worth noting since two people have recently been grabbed from behind by hyenas in Moremi.

Maintenance Issues On The Bentley GT Series

Maintenance Issues On The Bentley GT Series

The result is a top that does not fold correctly when lowering, which ultimately bends the frames. Over the past few years I鈥檝e heard from quite a few frustrated Bentley owners about this topic. Yet tops have been a trouble spot on Bentley cars since the first introduction of high pressure hydraulics with the 1994 Corniche. Azure tops experienced failure of lines and actuators, and all those cars are facing top repairs in the same cost range as that cited for the newer GT line. Here鈥檚 what I take away from that: It鈥檚 hard to engineer a fully automatic convertible top. In the convertible world, the Bentley tops are among the biggest, so they put the most stress on hydraulic lines and actuators. Top reliability is complicated by the fact that weaknesses tend to show up years later - after the car is out of warranty - and the permanent 鈥渇ix鈥?- re-engineering for longer life - is seldom undertaken. The next problem we are seeing is with engine externals.

Tires are low and should be replaced within the year as well. So this Mazda is not perfect, but these are very minor blemishes as you can see in the pics so for No Reserve you cannot beat the price no matter what! No Reserve Means NO RESERVE! 500 and if you are the high bidder it's yours. And Remember All Cars are Green Light! All Cars Are Green Light with Motor & Transmission in Good Working Order. NO RESERVE MEANS this awesome Audi will sell to the highest bidder regardless of the price! This automatic Audi runs great, with an ice cold AC and good tires on alloy wheels. It sounds like alot more than it looks! The black leather interior is soft, luxurious and heated for ultimate comfort when it's cold. It still packs luxury and you'll only score it here at a crazy low NO RESERVE price!

Like the F-Pace, the Velar gets brake-based torque-vectoring, and this can be felt working with the SV in its Dynamic setting, giving a rear-biased feel to the power delivery in order to combat understeer. The brakes also are worthy of praise, with the big 15.6-inch rotors and four-piston calipers proving tireless even when tasked with the thermal loads of long descents and multiple hairpin turns. High-speed refinement also is excellent, and the suspension seems happiest when ensuring stability on the Spanish autopistaat speeds more normally seen on the German autobahn. Travel in the Velar SVAutobiography can be both rapid and relaxed at the same time. SVO is in need of a hit. In recent months it canceled plans to build a two-door version of the Range Rover after finding insufficient interest from potential buyers. It also quietly nixed what was meant to be a V-8-powered SVX version of the Discovery. With JLR's balance sheets running blood red at present, the performance division will have to deliver success if it is to enjoy a future that extends beyond the short term. Regardless of that, if the Velar SVAutobiography is JLR's last V-8 model, it seems like a fine place to end the long association with what remains our favorite of its engines.

How I dream of owning a Tesla. Safest vehicles on the road which are all electric with ZERO EMMISIONS. They also have solar roof/panel solutions that can be partnered with a Tesla battery pack to store your daytime energy from your solar panels for use when the sun goes down. That is my plan before getting into a Tesla vehicle. The models they currently offer are the Model S which is a luxury sedan that can best most muscle cars and super cars out there in a race while being the safest car on the road. 100k depending on options. They also offer the Model X which is the SUV/crossover that is more expensive and is only all-wheel-drive. This one has the rear doors commonly called the falcon wing doors. 35k. There is a wait list for this car currently. I went to this dealership, if that is what you call it, to take a Model S out for a test drive.

Land Rover is showcasing a catalogue of innovative technologies - collectively known as the e-Terrain System - that reduce both fuel consumption and CO2 emissions while also improving the outstanding breadth of capability of Land Rover鈥檚 4x4 vehicles. Land Rover's e-Terrain Technology Concept. Together, they contribute to a potential 30 per cent improvement in fuel economy over a current vehicle of similar size and performance. And most of the technologies will be available on Land Rover production models starting in the next few years. Land Rover - in the most innovative and effective way possible. Matthew Taylor, managing director of Land Rover. Over the past nine years, Land Rover鈥檚 cross-range emissions output has fallen by 13 per cent, compared with the motor industry鈥檚 overall average improvement of 9.7 per cent. Indeed, the Freelander Td4 diesel鈥檚 CO2 emissions compare with many hot hatches, and the seven-seater Discovery 3 TDV6 has CO2 emissions to match many saloons.

2010 Land Rover Range Rover (LM) V8-5.0L Technical Service Bulletin # TECLTB00122 Date: 080310

2010 Land Rover Range Rover (LM) V8-5.0L Technical Service Bulletin # TECLTB00122 Date: 080310

Cooling System - Coolant Level Warning Message Displayed

No.: LTB00122

Issue: 1

Date: 10 MAR 2008

SECTION: 303

Engine Coolant Fill / Bleed Procedure

AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE

CONDITION SUMMARY:

Situation:

A condition may occur where the low coolant level warning message or lamp is illuminated. This condition could be caused by an incorrect coolant

level in the coolant expansion tank due to air being trapped in the system.

Action:

In the event of a customer concern of the above, follow the Repair Procedure outlined in this service bulletin to fill and bleed the cooling system.

PARTS:

No parts necessary

TOOLS:

No special tools necessary

WARRANTY:

NOTE:

Repair procedures are under constant review, and therefore times are subject to change; those quoted here must be taken as guidance only.

Always refer to DDW to obtain the latest repair time.

DDW requires the use of causal part numbers. Labor only claims must show the causal part number with a quantity of zero.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

VERIFY COOLANT LEVEL

WARNING:

Follow GTR and general workshop safety procedures when working on the engine cooling system.

1. Remove the coolant expansion tank cap.

NOTE:

View the expansion tank from the side, not the top.

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2. Verify the coolant level by viewing the side of the expansion tank. (Figure 1)

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3. If the engine temperature is cold (gauge on 'C') the coolant level must be at the top of the 'COLD FILL RANGE'. (Figure 2)

^ If necessary, top up the cooling system to the correct level with coolant.

4. If the engine temperature is normal (gauge on 'Normal') the level must be 30 mm (1.2 min) above the top of the 'COLD FILL RANGE'.

(Figure 2)

^ If necessary, top up the cooling system to the correct level with coolant.

BLEEDING THE COOLING SYSTEM / VERIFY COOLANT LEVEL

1. Bring engine to normal operating temperature:

^ Raise engine to 3,000 rpm for one minute.

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^ Let engine idle for five minutes.

^ Raise engine to 3,000 rpm for one minute.

^ Let engine idle for five minutes.

2. Verify the coolant level is 30 mm (1.2 in) above the 'COLD FILL RANGE'. (Figure 2)

2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (LS) V8-5.0L SC Technical Service Bulletin # TECLTB00457 Date: 120515

2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (LS) V8-5.0L SC Technical Service Bulletin # TECLTB00457 Date: 120515

Interior/Instruments - Instrument Cluster Lens 'Crack'

LTB00475NAS

15 MAY 2012

SECTION: 413

Instrument Cluster Lens "Crack"

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AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE:

LR4 (LA) VIN: AA510742 - Onwards

Model Year: 2010 - Onwards

Range Rover Sport (LS) VIN AA212147 - Onwards

Model Year 2010 - Onwards

CONDITION SUMMARY:

Situation:

The Instrument Cluster lens may "crack". This may be caused by incorrect Instrument Cluster installation, leading to stress cracks appearing.

Action:

In the event of a customer concern of the above, refer to the Repair Procedure outlined below to replace the Instrument Cluster lens.

PARTS

TOOLS:

Refer to Workshop Manual for any required special tools

WARRANTY

REPAIR PROCEDURE

REPLACE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LENS

1. Refer to Workshop Manual, section 413-01, Instrument Cluster, and replace the Instrument Cluster lens.

Disclaimer2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (LS) V8-5.0L SC Technical Service Bulletin # TECLTB002872 Date: 100719

Disclaimer2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (LS) V8-5.0L SC Technical Service Bulletin # TECLTB002872 Date: 100719

Brakes - Rear Brake Caliper Identification

No: LTB00287

Issue: 2

Date: 09 July 2010

ISSUE "2" CHANGES ARE HIGHLIGHTED IN GRAY AND/OR SHOWN WITH ASTERISKS.

SECTION: 206

2010MY REAR BRAKE CALIPER IDENTIFICATION

AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE

CONDITION SUMMARY:

Situation:

The rear brake calipers are of two different designs: cast iron or aluminum. The brake pads are also of two different designs and specific to each

caliper design; therefore, it is imperative that during the normal service life of the vehicle the correct brake pads are fitted to the caliper.

Action:

In the event of the need to replace rear brake pads, it is necessary to confirm the caliper design (cast iron or aluminum) to ensure the correct pads are

fitted.

PARTS:

No parts necessary; information only

TOOLS:

No special tools required; information only

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WARRANTY:

No Warranty information provided; normal Warranty policies and procedures apply.

REAR BRAKE CALIPER IDENTIFICATION

2010 Land Rover LR4 (LA) V8-5.0L Technical Service Bulletin # TECLTB003524 Date: 121212

2010 Land Rover LR4 (LA) V8-5.0L Technical Service Bulletin # TECLTB003524 Date: 121212

Cooling System - Coolant Leak From The Water Pump

TECHNICAL BULLETIN

LTB00352NAS4

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12-DEC-12

ISSUE '4' CHANGES ARE NOT HIGHLIGHTED

SECTION: 303

Engine Coolant Leak at Coolant Pump

AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE:

CONDITION SUMMARY:

Situation:

The fluid level in the engine coolant system expansion tank may fall below the minimum level over a period of time or a Low coolant level message

is displayed in the message center. Upon inspection, a leak may be found to be from the front of the engine-driven coolant pump together with

excessive wear of the coolant pump bearing.

NOTE:

The coolant pump can display some dry coolant residue on the pump body and surrounding area during normal operation. A small amount of

coolant may temporarily weep through the pump seals or from the evaporation chamber. This does not affect the operation of the pump or the

cooling system and does not damage the coolant pump. A small amount of dry coolant residue on the pump body, pulleys, belts, or around the

front of the engine is not alone sufficient justification for changing a coolant pump.

Cause:

This may be caused by coolant ingress into the coolant pump bearing housing, leading to corrosion of the bearing and incorrect support for the

impeller shaft, leading to accelerated wear of the mechanical flat-face

of the seal and a coolant loss sufficient to display the warning message.

Action:

In the event of a customer concern of the above, refer to the Repair Procedure outlined below.

PARTS:

No parts necessary

TOOLS:

Refer to Workshop Manual for any required special tools

WARRANTY:

NOTE:

Repair procedures are under constant review, and therefore times are subject to change; those quoted here must be taken as guidance only.

Always refer to DDW to obtain the latest repair time.

DDW requires the use of causal part numbers. Labor only claims must show the causal part number with a quantity of zero.

Normal Warranty policies and procedures apply

REPAIR PROCEDURE

NOTE:

The coolant pump can display some dry coolant residue on the pump body and surrounding area during normal operation. A small amount of

coolant may temporarily weep through the pump seals or from the evaporation chamber. This does not affect the operation of the pump or the

cooling system and does not damage the coolant pump. A small amount of dry coolant residue on the pump body, pulleys, belts, or around the

front of the engine is not alone sufficient justification for changing a coolant pump.

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1. NOTE: Acceptable Coolant Pump Witness Marks

Check the coolant pump for witness marks before continuing.

^ Note the severity of any witness marks on the repair order.

2. Check the expansion tank level and message center for a low coolant warning; record on the repair order.

^ If there is low coolant in the expansion tank and or a low coolant message from the message center, continue to next step.

^ If a leak is located this must be claimed as a separate claim.

3. Top up the coolant to the correct level.

4. NOTE: A 1.0-1.5 PSI pressure drop is normal, and does not indicate a system leak. An air leak may also be present in the pressure test

equipment.

Carry out a cooling system pressure test to 1 bar (15PSI) pressure test the system for 5 minutes.

^ Record the pressure drop (if any) on the repair order.

^ If there is a cooling system pressure drop of more than 1.5 PSI, then investigate the system for fresh wet leaks and record on a repair order. A

UV light may be helpful as there is a UV dye in the coolant.

^ If there is fresh wet coolant dripping from the pump - this indicates a leak. Coolant residue is normal and does not indicate a leak.

5. If no leak is found starting the engine from cold, listen for unusual noise (moaning, groaning, rumbling, grinding); record results on the repair

order.

6. Stop the engine; slacken the FEAD belt tensioner and slip the FEAD belt to one side.

7. Hold the coolant pump pulley firmly and rock it up and down by hand.

^ Feel for excessive play.

^ Rotate the pulley turn and repeat the rocking motion a few times.

^ Record results on the repair order.

8. Spin the pulley and feel for roughness.

^ Record results on the repair order.

9. If there is excessive play in the pulley bearing, refer to Workshop Manual section 303-03 and replace the coolant pump; to be carried out as a

Disclaimer2010 Land Rover LR4 (LA) V8-5.0L Technical Service Bulletin # TECLTB00246 Date: 091117

Disclaimer2010 Land Rover LR4 (LA) V8-5.0L Technical Service Bulletin # TECLTB00246 Date: 091117

Body - Liftgate 'HSE' Emblem Missing

No: LTB00246

Issue: 1

Date: 17 NOV 2009

SECTION: 501

'HSE' Tailgate Badge Not Installed

AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE:

LR4 (LA) HSE models only VIN: AA513326 - AA518891 (see list of VINs not affected)

Model Year: 2010

CONDITION SUMMARY:

Situation:

On HSE models only, the 'HSE' tailgate badge may have not been installed during manufacturing.

Action:

In the event of a missing HSE tailgate badge, refer to the Repair Procedure outlined below to install a new badge.

PARTS:

DAM500520LQV......HSE badge Qty: 1

TOOLS:

Refer to Workshop Manual (GTR) for any required special tools

WARRANTY:

NOTE:

Warranty claims should be submitted as a shortage claim. Repair procedures are under constant review, and therefore times are subject to change;

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those quoted here must be taken as guidance only. Always refer to DDW to obtain the latest repair time.

DDW requires the use of causal part numbers. Labor only claims must show the causal part number with a quantity of zero.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

INSTALL HSE BADGE

1. Ensure vehicle is at room temperature.

2. Clean the lower-right corner of the upper tailgate.

3. Remove new badge backing.

4. Beginning at the bottom of the 'E' of the badge, locate the new badge as indicated. (Figure 1).

5. Roll the new badge into place with a roller.

6. Remove top carrier from the badge.

List of VINs Not Affected

Disclaimer2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (LS) V8-5.0L Technical Service Bulletin # TECLTB00008 Date: 070301

Disclaimer2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (LS) V8-5.0L Technical Service Bulletin # TECLTB00008 Date: 070301

Audio System - No or Intermittent Audio Sound

No: LTB00008

Issue: 1

Date: 01 Mar 2007

SECTION: 415-00 - ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM

Audio System Amplifier Diagnostic Aid

AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE:

LR3 (LA)

VIN: 5A000360 onwards

Range Rover Sport (LS)

VIN: 6A900129 onwards

Range Rover (LM)

VIN: 5A173145 onwards

CONDITION SUMMARY:

DIAGNOSTIC AID FOR AUDIO SOUND CONCERNS ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HARMON KARDON AND HARMON KARDON

"LOGIC7" AUDIO SYSTEMS

Situation:

A customer may report a concern of no sound or intermittent sound from the audio system. Investigation using diagnostic equipment reveals no

communications to amplifier, the Media Orientation System Transport (MOST) ring is inoperative or the audio amplifier is inoperative. Various

issues can lead to the reported concern.

Action:

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Should a customer express a concern regarding the above, refer to the Repair Procedure detailed in this bulletin to diagnose the root cause of the

concern.

PARTS:

NOTE:

Before any amplifier replacements are accepted, a working unit functional check MUST BE carried out. It must first be determined that the

reported problem is rectified by installing a replacement amplifier and that the reported problem returns when the suspect amplifier is reinstalled,

before replacing an amplifier.

WARRANTY:

No warranty provided for this bulletin. Diagnostic information purposes only. Normal warranty policy and procedures apply.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

DIAGNOSE AUDIO SYSTEM CONCERNS

NOTE:

There should be NO circumstances where vehicles built after March 2005 should need the base software re-loaded.

NOTE:

The order for the available MOST ring components is as follows:

LR3 / Range Rover Sport:

1. Integrated Head Unit (IHU)

2. High Line Display Front (HLDF)

3. Audio amplifier (AUD)

4. Satellite Digital radio / Television (SDARS/TV) (if equipped)

5. Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) interface (if equipped)

6. Personal Telephone Integration (PTI) module (if equipped)

New Range Rover:

1. Integrated Head Unit (IHU)

2. High Line Display Front (HLDF)

3. CD Changer (CDC)

4. Personal Telephone Integration (PTI) module

5. Satellite Digital radio (SAT) (if equipped)

6. Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) interface (if equipped)

7. Audio amplifier (AUD)

NOTE:

Software part numbers for applicable amplifier part numbers are as follows:

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SOFTWARE PART NUMBERS

1. Refer to the AUDIO SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC TABLE to identify the reported audio problem(s) to the PROBLEMS listed in the table.

2. Carry out the CORRECTIVE ACTIONS for the CHECKS/CAUSES associated with the suspected PROBLEMS.

3. If CORRECTIVE ACTIONS do not rectify the problem, verify if the reported problem is rectified by installing a known working amplifier

and that the reported problem returns when the suspect amplifier is reinstalled, before determining that the vehicle amplifier requires

replacement.

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AUDIO SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC TABLE

Disclaimer2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (LS) V8-5.0L SC Technical Service Bulletin # TECLS414001 Date: 060111

Disclaimer2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (LS) V8-5.0L SC Technical Service Bulletin # TECLS414001 Date: 060111

Electrical - Numerous Warning Lamps ON

No.: LS-414-001

Issue: 1

Date: January 11, 2006

SECTION: 414-01

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Battery Junction Box Connections

AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE:

Range Rover Sport (LS) VIN: ALL

CONDITION SUMMARY:

INOPERATIVE ELECTRICAL FEATURES

A customer may report a variety of concerns relating to warning lamps being displayed on the instrument pack or inoperative electrical circuits.

Cause:

Diagnosis may indicate power supply problems. The complaints may be as a result of a poor connection or damaged/dislodged terminals in the

battery junction box (BJB).

Action:

Upon customer complaint of this type of electrical fault, refer to the Repair Procedure detailed in this bulletin for troubleshooting and corrective

action.

PARTS:

Information Only

TOOLS

WARRANTY:

NOTE:

Repair procedures are under constant review, and therefore times are subject to change; those quoted here must be taken as guidance only.

Always refer to DDW to obtain the latest repair time.

DDW requires the use of causal part numbers. Labor only claims must show the causal part number with a quantity of zero.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

VERIFY AND CORRECT WIRING CONNECTIONS IN BJB

NOTE:

GTR lookup sequence is as follows:

GTR Home>NAS>Service Information/LS Range Rover Sport/2006>Workshop Manuals> Range Rover Sport 2005 Workshop

Manual>Bookmark Electrical/Battery and Charging System "414-00 Charging System General Information"> Link "Specifications".

1. Refer to GTR Workshop Manual Section 414-00 and disconnect the battery ground cable.

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2. Remove the battery junction box cover. (Figure 1)

3. Remove the securing bolt and disconnect the battery positive supply cable to the junction box at the battery terminal. (Figure 1)

4. Note all fuse positions and ratings and remove all of the mini-fuse blade fuses from the battery junction box.

5. Remove the securing bolt and release the junction box from the bracket to gain access to the underside of the fuse box. (Figure 2)

6. Release the plastic tie from the underside of the junction.

7. Release junction box upper cover as follows:

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^ Release the lower retaining tangs. ([1] in Figure 3)

^ Separate the upper cover from the junction box. ([2] in Figure 3)

NOTE:

Care should be used to avoid damage to the retaining tangs. If damage is sustained, the part should be replaced (YPW500090).

8. Release the retaining tangs securing the fuse terminal anti-backout panel to the battery junction box and remove the panel. (Figure 4)

9. Inspect the fuse electrical terminals for damage.

10. If the fuse terminal is damaged or the fuse is not held securely when inserted, replace the damaged terminal as follows:

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^ Using special tool YRW500030 from the harness repair kit, release the damaged terminal from the aperture by disengaging the terminal

securing tang and pulling the wire/terminal from the underside of the fuse box. (Figure 5)

^ Cut the terminal wire approximately 100 mm (4 inches) from the terminal. (Figure 5)

^ Place a piece of heat-shrink wiring insulation over the cut wire and move aside.

^ Using the new terminals supplied with the repair kit (YPL900310 - 2.5 mm blue wire - SPX Reference 418-587-14), splice the new

terminal wire to the cut wire.

^ Position the heat shrink insulation over the wiring joint and apply heat to shrink the insulation.

CAUTION:

Ensure correct terminal orientation. The terminal location pegs must align with the terminal aperture slots.

NOTE:

A positive location must be achieved and the wire must be retained once it is inserted.

11. If fuse terminal is not correctly latched in place, insert the terminal completely into the correct aperture and verify retention.

12. Install the junction box upper cover and secure the two lower retaining tangs.

CAUTION:

The fuse terminal anti-backout panel must not be bent or bowed during insertion. It must be kept as flat/level as possible to avoid

damaging the securing tangs.

NOTE:

Ensure the fuse terminal anti-backout panel securing tangs align correctly.

13. Install the fuse terminal anti-backout panel:

14. Align the fuse terminal anti-backout panel securing tangs.

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15. Hold the panel level and insert evenly.

16. Install the junction box securing bolt.

CAUTION:

The correct fuse must be installed into the each location following the notations made above in Step 4.

17. Install the fuses using the fuse location label on the junction box cover and the notes made as a guide.

CAUTION:

The cable must be correctly located and secured onto the battery terminal.

18. Install the junction box positive cable onto the battery terminal and torque to 10-14 Nm (7.5-10 lb-ft).

19. Install the battery junction box cover.

20. Connect the battery ground cable.

2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (LS) V8-5.0L Technical Service Bulletin # TECLTB00378 Date: 110603

2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (LS) V8-5.0L Technical Service Bulletin # TECLTB00378 Date: 110603

A/T - Fluid Leak From Oil Cooler Pipe

No: LTB00378 (Issue 1)

03 JUNE 2011

SECTION: 307

Transmission Oil Cooler Pipe Leak

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AFFECTED VEHICLES

CONDITION SUMMARY:

Situation:

The transmission oil cooler pipe(s) may exhibit a leak. This may be caused by poor bracket paint finish and/or low torque on the saddle clamp nut,

allowing the piped to rub through the paint.

Action:

In the event of a customer concern of the above, refer to the Repair Procedure outlined below to replace the intermediate transmission oil cooler

pipes.

PARTS

TOOLS:

Refer to Workshop Manual for any required special tools

WARRANTY:

NOTE:

Repair procedures are under constant review, and therefore times are subject to change; those quoted here must be taken as guidance only. Always

refer to DDW to obtain the latest repair time.

DDW requires the use of causal part numbers. Labor only claims must show the causal part number with a quantity of zero.

NOTE:

A small quantity of transmission fluid (Shell M1375.4, Land Rover part number TYK500050) may be required dependent on the amount of fluid

loss during replacement of the pipes. A ZZZ001 claim should be used to cover the cost of the fluid reflecting the amount of fluid displaced during

the repair.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

REPLACE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER PIPES

1. Refer to Workshop Manual, section 501-02: Front End Body Panels, and remove the engine undershield.

2. Remove the radiator undershield: (Figure 1) Remove the four bolts.

NOTE:

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Use a suitable container to catch any transmission fluid spillage.

3. Release the two transmission fluid pipes: (Figure 2)

^ Remove and discard the securing nut and securing clamp.

NOTE:

Use a suitable container to catch any transmission fluid spillage.

4. Remove and discard the two intermediate transmission fluid pipes. (Figure 3)

5. Install the new aluminum plate: (Figure 4)

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6. Install the two new intermediate transmission fluid pipes: (Figure 5)

^ Tighten to 16Nm (12 lbf ft).

7. Install the two transmission fluid pipes: (Figure 6)

^ Install the new securing clamp and retaining nut and tighten to 10Nm (7.4 lbf ft)

8. Check and if required top up the transmission fluid.

9. Install the radiator undershield: (Figure 1)

^ Install the four bolts; tighten to 10Nm (7.4 lbf ft).

10. Refer to Workshop Manual, section 501-02: Front End Body Panels, and install the engine undershield.

2010 Land Rover LR4 (LA) V8-5.0L Technical Service Bulletin # TECLTB002694 Date: 110715

2010 Land Rover LR4 (LA) V8-5.0L Technical Service Bulletin # TECLTB002694 Date: 110715

Suspension - Suspension Lamp ON/DTC's Set

No: LTB00269 (Issue 4)

15 July 2011

THIS BULLETIN SUPERCEDES TECHNICAL BULLETINS LA204-002, LM204-002, AND LS204-004; NO OTHER CHANGES HAVE BEEN

MADE TO ISSUE "4"

SECTION: 204

Air Suspension Compressor Delivery Valve / Drier / Relay Replacement; Software Update

AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE

CONDITION SUMMARY:

Situation:

The amber or red Suspension system warning indicator may illuminate and Suspension system inactive may display in the message center or there

may be a noticeable degradation of suspension system performance. Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) C1A20-64, C1130-7A, C1131-92, C1A27-14,

and/or C1A27-12 may also be stored in the Ride Level Control Module.

Action:

In the event of a customer concern of the above, refer to the Repair Procedure outlined below to:

^ Replace the air suspension compressor delivery valve;

^ Replace the air suspension compressor drier

^ Replace the air suspension compressor relay; and

^ Update the air suspension system control module software.

PARTS

TOOLS

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WARRANTY:

NOTE:

Repair procedures are under constant review, and therefore times are subject to change; those quoted here must be taken as guidance only. Always

refer to DDW to obtain the latest repair time.

DDW requires the use of causal part numbers. Labor only claims must show the causal part number with a quantity of zero.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

REPLACE COMPRESSOR DELIVERY VALVE AND AIR DRIER

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REPLACE AIR SUSPENSION COMPRESSOR RELAY - LE3, LR4. RANGE ROVER SPORT

REPLACE AIR SUSPENSION COMPRESSOR RELAY - RANGE ROVER

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UPDATE THE RIDE LEVEL CONTROL MODULE SOFTWARE

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Disclaimer2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (LS) V8-5.0L Technical Service Bulletin # TECLTB003673 Date: 120125

Surround Camera System - Overlay Harness Installation

LTB00367NAS3

25 JAN 2012

ISSUE '3' CHANGES ARE HIGHLIGHTED IN GRAY

SECTION: 418

Surround Camera System Coax Harness Overlay Installation

AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE:

CONDITION SUMMARY:

Situation:

On vehicles fitted with the Surround Camera System (not vehicles fitted with Parking Aid - Rear View Camera only), the camera image may be lost

and a blue screen is displayed. This may be caused by signal loss from poor connections, harness routing and excessive bending, the harness being

tightly clamped, and damage to the insulation.

NOTE

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PARTS:

TOOLS:

Refer to Workshop Manual for any required special tools

WARRANTY:

NOTE:

Repair procedures are under constant review, and therefore times are subject to change; those quoted here must be taken as guidance only.

Always refer to DDW to obtain the latest repair time.

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DDW requires the use of causal part numbers. Labor only claims must show the causal part number with a quantity of zero.

Normal Warranty policies and procedures apply

REPAIR PROCEDURE

INSTALL SURROUND CAMERA SYSTEM PARKING AID COAX OVERLAY HARNESS

1. Refer to Workshop Manual, section 418-02: wiring Harnesses, and replace the affected Parking Aid camera wiring harness(es).

2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (LS) V8-5.0L Technical Service Bulletin # TECLTB00399 Date: 110803

2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (LS) V8-5.0L Technical Service Bulletin # TECLTB00399 Date: 110803

Body - Sunroof Operation/Water Leak Diagnostic Info.

No: LTB00399 (Issue 1)

03 AUG 2011

SECTION: 501

Roof Opening Panel Operation / Water Leak Diagnostics

AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE:

Range Rover Sport (LS) VIN: 6A900129 - Onwards

Model Year: 2006 - Onwards

CONDITION SUMMARY:

Situation:

The roof opening panel may be inoperative and / or the roof opening panel may exhibit a water leak.

NOTE:

The Diagnosis and Testing procedures in TOPIx section 501-17: Roof Opening Panel must be fully followed to prove the root cause of any issues to

prevent the unnecessary replacement of fully functional components.

Action:

In the event of a customer concern of the above, refer to the Repair Procedure outlined below to diagnose and test the roof opening panel.

PARTS:

No parts necessary

TOOLS:

Refer to Workshop Manual for any required special tools

WARRANTY

REPAIR PROCEDURE

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DIAGNOSE AND TEST ROOF OPENING PANEL

1. Refer to Workshop Manual, section 501-17: Roof Opening Panel, and perform the appropriate diagnosis and testing procedure(s).

2010 Land Rover Range Rover (LM) V8-5.0L Technical Service Bulletin # TECLTB00307 Date: 101007

2010 Land Rover Range Rover (LM) V8-5.0L Technical Service Bulletin # TECLTB00307 Date: 101007

Electrical - No Reverse Feed To Trailer Towing Socket

No: LTB00307 (Issue 1)

27 OCT 2010

SECTION: 418

No Reverse Feed to Trailer / Towing Socket

AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE:

Range Rover (LM)

VIN: AA302697-AA320230

Model Year: 2010

CONDITION SUMMARY:

Situation:

There may not be reverse feed to the trailer / towing electrical socket and any reverse-activated trailer functions may be inoperative. This may be

caused by a missing wire from the main harness.

Action:

In the event of a customer concern of the above, refer to the Repair Procedure outlined below to repair the trailer reverse wiring.

PARTS:

LR023438 Harness link kit Qty: 1

TOOLS:

Refer to Workshop Manual for any required special tools

WARRANTY:

NOTE:

Repair procedures are under constant review, and therefore times are subject to change; those quoted here must be taken as guidance only.

Always refer to DDW to obtain the latest repair time.

DDW requires the use of causal part numbers. Labor only claims must show the causal part number with a quantity of zero.

Normal warranty policies and procedures apply.

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REPAIR PROCEDURE

INSTALL TRAILER REVERSE LIGHT LINK LEAD

1. Remove the luggage compartment carpet.

2. Remove the spare wheel to gain access to cabin harness routed behind the spare wheel.

3. Remove connector C0473 from body mounting position.

4. Remove anti-back out feature. (Figure 1)

5. Plug wire assembly from kit (LR023438) into C0473 Main/Trailer N - Pin 11 (terminated end) and route alongside main harness towards

C0117. (Figure 1)

6. Locate wire 142 (Green/White) within C0117 Main/Tailgate 1 - pin 6. (Figure 2)

Cut lead approx 50mm from back of connector.

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7. Splice other ends of kit to each cut end. (Figure 3)

8. Using adhesive electrical black tape, spot tape wire assembly to existing main harness run between connectors C0117 and C0473. (Figure 4)

9. Install the spare wheel.

10. Install the luggage compartment carpet.

11. Open glove box.

12. Remove the BCM fuse box cover.

13. Change Fuse 12P from 5Amp to 10Amp.

14. Install the BCM fuse box cover.

15. Verify trailer reverse lamp wiring and reverse-activated trailer functions.

2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (LS) V8-5.0L Technical Service Bulletin # TECLTB000772 Date: 090729

2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (LS) V8-5.0L Technical Service Bulletin # TECLTB000772 Date: 090729

Suspension - Will Not Lower/DTC C1A13-64 Stored

No: LTB00077

Issue: 2

Date: 29 JULY 2009

ISSUE '2' CHANGES ARE HIGHLIGHTED WITH GRAY BACKGROUND AND/OR ASTERISKS.

SECTION: 204

Suspension Will Not Lower - Repair Procedure

AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE

CONDITION SUMMARY:

Situation:

A situation has been identified where corrosion or contamination may be blocking the air suspension compressor exhaust muffler causing the vehicle

to not lower and possibly store Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) C1A13-64. A new dryer desiccant gives improved durability by keeping the system

dry to prevent further corrosion. A new muffler with an additional hole will allow any residual corrosion debris to escape.

Action:

Should a customer complain of the symptoms above, install a new air suspension compressor dryer kit and compressor exhaust muffler. Follow the

repair procedure outlined below.

PARTS

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WARRANTY:

NOTE:

Repair procedures are under constant review, and therefore times are subject to change; those quoted here must be taken as guidance only. Always

refer to DDW to obtain the latest repair time.

DDW requires the use of causal part numbers. Labor only claims must show the causal part number with a quantity of zero.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

MUFFLER REMOVAL

NOTE:

Global Technical Reference (GTR) lookup sequence is as follows: GTR Home > NAS > Service Information > Range Rover > Workshop Manual >

Section 204-05: Vehicle Dynamic Suspension

NOTE:

Do not carry out step 11 in section 60.50.10 (removal of the rubber mountings and the electrical harness clip), as this is for access only.

1. Remove the air suspension compressor.

2. If the muffler is the push-in type (VIN 6A198057 - 6A212982), perform the following:

^ Depress retaining clip and withdraw adaptor.

^ Unscrew the exhaust muffler from the adaptor. (Figure 1)

^ Discard the removed exhaust muffler.

3. If the muffler is the screw thread type (*VIN 6A212983 - 8A287013*), perform the following:

^ Unscrew the exhaust muffler from the compressor. (Figure 1)

^ Discard the removed exhaust muffler.

MUFFLER INSTALLATION

1. If the muffler is the push-in type (VIN 6A198057 - 6A212982), perform the following:

^ Apply Loctite L243 locking compound (STC50552) to the threads of the new exhaust muffler.

^ Install the muffler into the original adaptor body.

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^ Tighten to 2.5 Nm (22.1 lbf.in).

^ Clean the component mating faces.

^ Push fit adaptor and muffler into compressor exhaust port.

2. If the muffler is the screw thread type (*VIN 6A212983 - 8A287013*), perform the following:

^ Apply Loctite L243 locking compound (STC50552) to the threads of the new exhaust muffler.

^ Install the muffler into compressor exhaust port, and tighten to 2.5 Nm (22.1 lbf.in).

COMPRESSOR DRYER REPLACEMENT

NOTE:

Global Technical Reference (GTR) lookup sequence is as follows: GTR Home > NAS > Service Information > Range Rover > Workshop Manual >

Section 204-05: Vehicle Dynamic Suspension

1. Install a new air suspension compressor dryer.

2. Install the air suspension compressor.

CHECKING / CLEARING DTCS

CAUTION:

A Midtronics PSC-550 Vehicle Power Supply must be connected to the vehicle battery during diagnosis and module configuration.

1. Connect the Midtronics PSC-550 Vehicle Power Supply to the vehicle.

2. Connect IDS to the vehicle and begin a new diagnostic session by entering the correct VIN for the current vehicle.

3. Follow the IDS prompts to read the vehicle configuration.

4. When prompted 'Do you wish to read diagnostic trouble codes?' select 'YES' and then press 'tick' to continue.

5. Clear diagnostic trouble codes.

6. Follow all on-screen instructions to complete this task.

7. When the task is completed, exit the current session.

8. Disconnect IDS and the Midtronics PSC-550.

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Disclaimer2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (LS) V8-5.0L Technical Service Bulletin # TECLTB00314 Date: 101216

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Interior - Seat Motor Drive Cable Availability

No: LTB00347 (ISSUE 1)

22 DEC 2010

SECTION: 501

Seat Motor / Drive Cable Availability

AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE:

CONDITION SUMMARY:

Situation:

Seat motor and drive cables are now available as serviceable parts. It is no longer necessary to replace the complete seat frame in the event a fore /

aft motor or either drive cable requires replacement

Action:

In the event of a fore I aft motor or drive cable replacement, refer to the Repair Procedure outlined below to install a seat motor or drive cable only.

PARTS:

TOOLS:

Refer to Workshop Manual (GTR) for any required special tools

WARRANTY:

NOTE:

Repair procedures are under constant review, and therefore times are subject to change; those quoted here must be taken as guidance only.

Always refer to DDW to obtain the latest repair time.

DDW requires the use of causal part numbers. Labor only claims must show the causal part number with a quantity of zero.

Normal Warranty policies and procedures apply.

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REPAIR PROCEDURE

NOTE:

when installing a left-hand seat cable, refer to Technical Bulletin LTB00176.

1. Refer to Workshop Manual, section 501-10: Seating > Removal and installation > Front seat Track Motor, and replace the seat motor.

Disclaimer2010 Land Rover LR4 (LA) V6-4.0L Technical Service Bulletin # TECLTB00283 Date: 100528

Disclaimer2010 Land Rover LR4 (LA) V6-4.0L Technical Service Bulletin # TECLTB00283 Date: 100528

Engine - Oil Leaks From Rear Of Engine

No: LTB00283

Issue: 1

Date: 28 MAY 2010

SECTION: 303

Oil Leak From Rear of Engine AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE:

CONDITION SUMMARY:

Situation:

An oil leak from the rear of the engine may be evident. This leak may be caused by a porosity oil leak from the high pressure gallery on the rear of

the engine block.

Action:

In the event of a customer concern of the above, refer to the Repair Procedure outlined below to repair the engine pocket porosity.

PARTS:

Devcon Aluminum Putty (F) 10611 Qty: 1 (locally sourced)

TOOLS:

Refer to Workshop Manual (GTR) for any required special tools

WARRANTY:

NOTE:

Repair procedures are under constant review, and therefore times and prices are subject to change; those quoted here must be taken as

guidance only. Always refer to DDW to obtain the latest repair time. Claim only the actual cost of the locally-sourced part using code

'ZZZ001'.

DDW requires the use of causal part numbers. Labor only claims must show the causal part number with a quantity of zero.

Normal warranty policy and procedures apply.

ENGINE POCKET OIL LEAK REPAIR

NOTE:

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Global Technical Reference (GTR) lookup sequence is as follows:

GTR Home > NAS > Model > Service Information > Model Year > Workshop Manual

1. Refer to Workshop Manual (GTR) section 303-01B / 303-01C, Flexplate (12.53.13), and remove the flexplate.

NOTE:

The use of a locally-sourced dye penetrant may be used to determine the source of the leak.

2. Confirm that there is oil / oil residue in the cavity inside the engine pocket. (Figure 1)

^ If there is no oil / oil residue evident in the cavity inside the engine pocket, the source of the oil leak must be investigated further and repair

as a separate claim.

3. Using suitable material, roughen the cast surface inside the engine pocket. (Figure 1)

4. Using a suitable solvent-type cleaner, thoroughly degrease the cavity inside the engine pocket and from around the rear seal cover.

5. Repeat step 4 five (5) more times.

NOTE:

Consult the Devcon Aluminum Putty instructions regarding hardening times and mixing details; the engine must not be started until the putty

has fully cured.

6. Mix the Devcon Aluminum Putty as instructed.

7. Use a suitable spatula to fill the engine pocket.

^ Ensure the engine pocket corner is thoroughly filled.

8. Refer to Workshop Manual (GTR) section 303-01B / 303-01C, Flexplate (12.53.13), and install the flexplate.

CAUTION:

A minimum of four (4) hours of drying time must be allowed prior to starting the engine and performing the road test.

9. Road test the vehicle for approximately 10 miles under a variety of road speed and engine loads.

10. Confirm the engine is no longer leaking oil.

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Disclaimer2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (LS) V8-5.0L Technical Service Bulletin # TECLTB00034 Date: 070301

Body - Water Leaks Into Passenger Compartment Area

No: LTB00034

Issue: 1

Date: 01 Mar 2007

*LTB00034 REPLACES LS501-012, ISSUE 2, DATED 29-JUN-2006.

CHANGES ARE HIGHLIGHTED WITH ASTERISKS.*

SECTION: 501-00 - BODY - GENERAL INFORMATION

Passenger Compartment Water Ingress

AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE:

Range Rover Sport (LS)

VIN: 6A900129 onwards

CONDITION SUMMARY:

POSSIBLE CAUSES AND RESOLUTION OF WATER INGRESS

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This bulletin provides technicians with guidance for identification of possible water ingress causes when water enters the passenger compartment. If

a customer complains of water ingress, locate the point of origin and take the appropriate corrective action.

PARTS:

NOTE:

A customer may report water ingress during the use of a high pressure car wash. If the vehicle was built prior to VIN 6A922812 the roof opening

glass panel assembly bracket may prevent sufficient travel to meet alignment specifications.

Follow the troubleshooting and diagnosis Repair Procedures detailed in this bulletin to determine cause of water ingress and verify if the glass panel

requires replacement. Glass panel may only be replaced when it is determined to be the root cause of the leak.

EFT500032......Roof opening glass panel assembly Qty 1 (if diagnosed)

WARRANTY:

This procedure is issued for in formation and guidance only. Only those procedures justified by a customer complaint are allowed to be claimed, and

will be subject to warranty audit.

Normal warranty policy and procedures apply.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

TEST SUNROOF DRAINS

1. Perform the following test to determine if the sunroof drain tubes are functioning normally or are potentially the water ingress source.

NOTE:

The restricted access caused by the roof opening panel glass may require the vehicle to be inclined rearward slightly to pass water down

the rear drain holes.

To prevent mis-diagnosis, the rear drain tubes require a greater volume of water poured into the water trap than when testing the front

drains due to the rear drains venting into the rear bumper area.

^ Place the vehicle on dry level ground.

^ Fully open the sunroof panel to gain access to the water trap.

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^ Carefully pour water into the water traps, one corner at a time so that the water drains into the drain hole and drain hose. (Figures 1 and 2)

^ Confirm that water has pooled on the ground at all four drain points under the A-pillar and D-pillar on both sides of the vehicle. (Figures 1

and 2)

RIGHT FRONT DRAIN CORRECTION PROCEDURE

NOTE:

This procedure should be followed if there is no water found pooling on the ground below the right hand side A-pillar during testing.

CAUTION:

Care should be taken when removing the fender air intake grill to prevent damage to retaining clips.

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1. Remove the fender air intake grill by first pulling up to release the two lower clips, then pulling down and outward to release the two upper

clips. (Figure 3)

2. Move the air duct aside. (Figure 4)

3. Release the foam insulation pad to gain access to the roof opening panel drain tube end. (Figure 4)

4. Verify that the drain tube is protruding through the hole in the body. (Figure 5)

NOTE:

GTR lookup sequence is as follows:

GTR Home > NAS > Service Information/ LS Range

Rover Sport/2006> Workshop Manuals > Range Rover

Sport 2005 Workshop Manual > Bookmark "Body and

Paint/Body and Paint/501-05 Interior Trim and

Ornamentation" > Link "Cowl Side Trim Panel

(76.13.27)"

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5. If the tube is not protruding through the hole in the body perform the following steps to correctly position the roof opening panel drain tube:

^ Refer to GTR Workshop Manual Section 76.13.27 and remove the cowl side trim panel to gain access to the roof opening panel drain

tube.

^ Connect and secure the drain tube through the hole.

^ Verify the valve of the roof opening panel drain tube can be fully opened. (Figure 6)

^ If the valve can not be opened, cut as required to permit full opening. (Figure 6)

^ Install cowl side trim panel

NOTE:

If both the routing of the roof opening panel drain tube is correct and the valve of the roof opening panel drain tube cannot be faulted, the

foam insulation pad may be the cause.

The foam sound-deadening pad may have been installed in such a way as to block the roof opening panel drain tube end.

6. Remove and then install the foam sound-deadening pad, taking care to ensure that the roof opening panel drain tube valve locates in the indent

in the foam insulation pad to avoid crimping the tube.

7. Confirm free4low of water by repeating "Test Sunroof Drains" procedure for the right front drain.

8. If satisfactory test is completed install the duct and fender air intake grill.

9. If satisfactory test is NOT completed, blow out the drain tube with compressed air and test again.

10. If satisfactory test is still NOT completed refer to GTR Workshop Manual Interior Trim and Ornamentation Section 76.64.15 and remove the

headliner to gain access to the drain tube. (Figure 7)

11. Inspect for misrouting or kin king of the roof opening panel drain tube paying particular attention to:

^ Collapsed elbow joints

^ Pinched tube

^ Inclined routing

12. Repair drain tube routing as necessary and confirm free-flow of water by repeating "Test Sunroof Drains" procedure.

13. If satisfactory test is completed, install the headliner.

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14. Install fender foam sound deadening pad, taking care not to block or crimp the drain tube end.

15. Position air duct and install fender air intake grill.

LEFT FRONT DRAIN CORRECTION PROCEDURE

NOTE:

This procedure should be followed if there is no water found pooling on the ground below the left-hand side A-pillar during testing. There

is no air ducting or foam insulation behind the left side air intake grill.

CAUTION:

Care should be taken when removing the fender air intake grill to prevent damage to retaining clips.

1. Remove the fender air intake grill by first pulling up to release the two lower clips, then pulling outward to release the two upper clips to gain

access to the roof opening panel drain tube end. (Figure 3)

2. Verify that the drain tube is protruding through the hole in the body. (Figure 5)

NOTE:

GTR lookup sequence is as follows:

GTR Home > NAS > Service Information/ LS Range Rover Sport/2006 > Workshop Manuals > Range Rover Sport 2005 Workshop

Manual > Bookmark "Electrical/Electrical Distribution/ 418-00: Module Communications Network" > Link "Central Junction Box (CJB)

(86.70.56)"

3. If the drain tube is not protruding through the hole in the body perform the following:

^ Refer to GTR Workshop Manual Section 86.70.56 and remove the CJB to gain access to the roof opening panel drain tube.

^ Connect and secure the drain tube through the hole in the body.

^ Check the valve of the roof opening panel drain tube can be fully opened. (Figure 6)

If the valve can not be opened, cut as required to permit full opening. (Figure 6)

NOTE:

If both the routing of the roof opening panel drain tube is correct and the valve of the roof opening panel drain tube cannot be faulted, the

foam insulation pad may be the cause.

The foam sound-deadening pad may have been installed in such a way as to block the roof opening panel drain tube end.

6. Remove and then install the foam sound-deadening pad, taking care to ensure that the roof opening panel drain tube valve locates in the indent

in the foam insulation pad to avoid crimping the tube.

7. Confirm free4low of water by repeating "Test Sunroof Drains" procedure for the right front drain.

8. If satisfactory test is completed install the duct and fender air intake grill.

9. If satisfactory test is NOT completed, blow out the drain tube with compressed air and test again.

10. If satisfactory test is still NOT completed refer to GTR Workshop Manual Interior Trim and Ornamentation Section 76.64.15 and remove the

headliner to gain access to the drain tube. (Figure 7)

11. Inspect for misrouting or kin king of the roof opening panel drain tube paying particular attention to

^ Collapsed elbow joints

^ Pinched tube

^ Inclined routing

12. Repair drain tube routing as necessary and confirm free-flow of water by repeating "Test Sunroof Drains" procedure.

13. If satisfactory test is completed, install the headliner.

14. Install fender foam sound deadening pad, taking care not to block or crimp the drain tube end.

15. Position air duct and install fender air intake grill.

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LEFT FRONT DRAIN CORRECTION PROCEDURE

NOTE:

This procedure should be followed if there is no water found pooling on the ground below the left-hand side A-pillar during testing. There

is no air ducting or foam insulation behind the left side air intake grill.

CAUTION:

Care should be taken when removing the fender air intake grill to prevent damage to retaining clips.

1. Remove the fender air intake grill by first pulling up to release the two lower clips, then pulling outward to release the two upper clips to gain

access to the roof opening panel drain tube end. (Figure 3)

2. Verify that the drain tube is protruding through the hole in the body. (Figure 5)

NOTE:

GTR lookup sequence is as follows:

GTR Home > NAS > Service Information/ LS Range Rover Sport/2006 > Workshop Manuals > Range Rover Sport 2005 Workshop

Manual > Bookmark "Electrical/Electrical Distribution/ 418-00: Module Communications Network" > Link "Central Junction Box (CJB)

(86.70.56)"

3. If the drain tube is not protruding through the hole in the body perform the following:

^ Refer to GTR Workshop Manual Section 86.70.56 and remove the CJB to gain access to the roof opening panel drain tube.

^ Connect and secure the drain tube through the hole in the body.

^ Check the valve of the roof opening panel drain tube can be fully opened. (Figure 6)

If the valve can not be opened, cut as required to permit full opening. (Figure 6)

4. Confirm free-flow of water by repeating "Test Sunroof Drains" procedure for the left front drain.

5. If the concern has not been corrected, blow out drain tube with compressed air and retest.

6. If the concern has still NOT been corrected, refer to GTR Workshop Manual Section 76.64.15 and remove the headliner to gain access to the

drain tube. (Figure 8)

7. Inspect for misrouting or kinking of the roof opening panel drain tube, paying particular attention to:

^ Collapsed elbow joints

^ Pinched tube

^ Inclined routing

8. Repair drain tube routing as necessary and retest.

9. If satisfactory test is completed install the headliner.

10. Install the CJB and the fender air intake grill.

RIGHT REAR DRAIN CORRECTION PROCEDURE

NOTE:

This procedure should be followed if there is no water is found pooling on the ground below the right-hand side D-pillar during testing.

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1. Open the right-hand side access flap in the tailgate load space to gain access to the roof opening panel drain tube. (Figure 9)

2. Verify that the roof opening panel drain tube is protruding through the hole in the body.

NOTE:

GTR lookup sequence is as follows:

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Manual > Bookmark "Body and Paint/Body and Paint/501-05: Interior Trim and Ornamentation" > Link Rear Quarter Trim Panel

(76.13.12)"

3. If the tube is not protruding perform the following:

^ Refer to GTR Workshop Manual Section 76.13.12 and release the right-hand side rear quarter trim panel to gain access to the roof opening

panel drain tube.

^ Connect and secure the drain tube through the hole in the body.

4. Check that the valve of the drain tube can be fully opened. (Figure 5)

5. If the valve can not be opened, cut as required to permit full opening. (Figure 5)

6. Confirm free-flow of water by repeating "Test Sunroof Drains" procedure for the right rear drain.

7. If the concern has not been corrected, blow out drain tube with compressed air and retest.

8. If the concern has still NOT been corrected refer to GTR Section 76.64.15 and remove the headliner to gain access to the drain tube. (Figure

10)

9. Inspect for misrouting or kin king of the roof opening panel drain tube, paying particular attention to:

^ Collapsed elbow joints

^ Pinched tube

^ Inclined routing

10. Repair drain tube routing as necessary and retest.

11. If satisfactory test is completed, install the headliner.

12. Install the right-hand side rear quarter trim panel.

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LEFT REAR DRAIN CORRECTION PROCEDURE

NOTE:

This procedure should be followed if there is no water found pooling on the ground below the left-hand side D-pillar during testing.

1. Refer to GTR Workshop Manual Section 76.13.12 and release the left-hand side rear quarter trim panel to gain access to the roof opening

panel drain tube.

2. Verify that the drain tube is protruding through the hole in the body.

3. If the tube is not protruding, connect and secure the drain tube through the hole in the body.

4. Check that the valve of the drain tube can be fully opened. (Figure 5)

5. If the valve can not be opened, cut as required to permit full opening. (Figure 5)

6. Confirm free-flow of water by repeating "Test Sunroof Drains" procedure for the left rear drain.

7. If the concern has not been corrected, blow out drain tube with compressed air and retest.

8. If the concern has still NOT been corrected refer to GTR Section 76.64.15 and remove the headliner to gain access to the drain tube. (Figure

11)

9. Inspect for misrouting or kinking of the roof opening panel

drain tube, paying particular attention to:

^ Collapsed elbow joints

^ Pinched tube

^ Inclined routing

10. Repair drain tube routing as necessary and retest.

11. If satisfactory test completed, install the headliner.

12. Install the left-hand side rear quarter trim panel.

ROOF OPENING PANEL ALIGNMENT AS POTENTIAL LEAK SOURCE

NOTE:When all of the drain tubes are confirmed as functioning correctly the roof opening panel glass alignment can be tested as a leak source.

1. Open the roof opening panel blind, leaving the roof opening panel closed.

2. Verify that the glass panel is centered in its opening.

3. Verify that the front edge is set flush or up to 1.0 mm (0.040 in) below the roof line.

4. Verify that the rear edge is set flush or up to 1.0 mm (0.040 in) higher than the roof line.

5. From inside the vehicle, remove the roof opening panel mechanism covers. (Figure 12)

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6. Verify that all four (4) Torx screws securing the roof opening panel are correctly positioned and tightened to 6 Nm (4.5 lbf-ft). (Figure 13)

7. If the roof opening panel is not set within the specified conditions or if any Torx screw is loose, align the roof opening panel as follows:

^ Loosen the four (4) roof opening panel Torx screws

^ Align the roof opening panel so it is centered in all directions to the exterior roof panel opening

^ Verify that the exterior front and rear edges are set within the specified conditions

^ Tighten the four (4) roof opening panel Torx screws

8. Install roof opening panel mechanism covers.

9. Verify proper operation of the roof opening panel.

10. Close the roof opening panel blind.

ROOF OPENING PANEL REPLACEMENT

NOTE:

If a customer reports water ingress during the use of a machine car wash and the vehicle was built prior to VIN 6A922812 the glass panel

assembly bracket may prevent insufficient travel to meet alignment specifications, and the roof opening panel glass assembly may require

replacement.

NOTE:

GTR lookup sequence is as follows:

GTR Home > NAS > Service Information/ LS Range

Rover Sport/2006> Workshop Manuals > Range Rover

Sport 2005 Workshop Manual > Bookmark "Body and

Paint/Body and Paint/501-17: Roof Opening

Panel/Removal and Installation" > Link "Roof Opening

Panel Glass (76.84.03)"

* NOTE:

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The glass panel assembly production date is determined from the "Day", "Month" and "Year" indicated by the arrows in each of the three

dials as illustrated in Figure 14. As an example, the arrows depicted in Figure 14 indicate 18_7~05, a production date of 18- July-2005.*

1. Verify the glass panel assembly *production date indicated by each of the three arrows located on the assembly.* (Figure 14)

2. If the *production date indicated by the dials is prior to 1_10_05 (01-Oct-2005)*, refer to GTR Section 76.84.03 and replace the roof opening

panel glass with part number EF1500032.

WATER INGRESS TO GLOVE COMPARTMENT OR PASSENGER FOOT WELL

NOTE:

If the previous steps have been carried out and both the roof opening panel drain tubes and the alignment/fasteners of the roof opening

panel are correctly assembled, without the need for corrective action, this final check may reveal a footwell leak source.

1. Confirm that the plenum chamber panel is securely clipped as follows:

^ Inspect and verify that there is no visible gapping.

^ Gently but firmly applying pressure across the panel to confirm it is seated.

^ Listen for a click sound, which indicates that a clip has engaged (if not already engaged).

A-PILLAR WATER LEAK TO FOOT WELL

1. If a customer reports illumination of miscellaneous warning lamps or water in the footwell area, Refer to NAS Technical Bulletin LS5O1-007

and follow inspection and repair procedure for A-pillar trim clip replacement and sealing.

10. Disconnect the IDS and the Midtronics Vehicle Power Supply from the vehicle.2010 Land Rover LR4 (LA) V8-5.0L Technical Service Bulletin # TECLTB002832 Date: