Other
1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Whining noise from transfer box when driving in 3rd gear at approximately 20-30mph (30-65kph)
Overview
- Affects
- All models with four wheel drive.
- Remedy
- Fit new part
- Parts
- 1 part
Cause
Faulty detent pin located on transfer box.
Repair
- Fit new detent pinto transfer box.
- Tighten detent pin to 20 Nm.
Parts1 part
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Detent pin | LR178583 | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 1.
Glossary
Technical terms used in this guide.
- Nm
- Newton-metres — the standard unit for how tightly a bolt is done up
- Transfer Box
- The gearbox that splits drive between the front and rear axles, and selects high/low range
Frequently asked questions
What are the common faults with the Land Rover Defender 5.0 V8?
This guide contains one workshop bulletin for the Land Rover Defender 5.0 V8. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.
Does every Land Rover Defender 5.0 V8 have these faults?
No. These are patterns documented across the model by workshops, not predictions for an individual vehicle. Where a fault applies only to certain vehicles or VIN ranges, that is listed with the fault.
Can I check for Land Rover Defender 5.0 V8 faults myself?
Many of them. The documented symptoms can be seen, heard or felt during a test drive.