Land Rover2017–2019

Range Rover Evoque 2.0 Si4 241 hp: Common faults & known problems

Common faults & known problems

14 known faults documented in workshop bulletins. Of these, three concern the air conditioning and heating and two the suspension and drivetrain. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.

Engine & fuel system

1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Engine malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated

Affects All models with 2.0 petrol engine.P0011P0014P0016Fit modified part

Symptoms

Poor engine performance. Poor throttle response.

Cause

Camshaft position (CMP) actuators faulty.

Repair

  1. Fit modified camshaft position (CMP) actuators.
Parts1 part
Parts listed in the bulletin
PartPart numberQty
Camshaft position (CMP) actuator kitLR1402071

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 8.

Electrical & ignition

1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Front interior lamp illuminates by itself

Chafing within front interior lamp assembly causing short circuit. Fix: clean and lubricate.

Overview

Affects
All models.
Remedy
Clean & lubricate

Repair steps

  1. Remove front interior lamp assembly.
  2. Carefully disassemble front interior lamp assembly.
  3. Thoroughly clean electrical contact terminals.
  4. Fit a rubber sleeve to each electrical contact terminal ensuring 2 - 3 mm clearance at base.
  5. Reassemble front interior lamp assembly and refit.

Parts

Parts listed in the bulletin
PartPart numberQty
Rubber sleeve kitLR0602121

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 4.

Brakes

1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Squeal from front brakes when braking lightly

Affects All models fitted with 325 mm front brake discs, 2015→.Fit modified part

Cause

Vibration between brake pads and discs.

Repair

  1. Fit modified front brake pads.
Parts1 part
Parts listed in the bulletin
PartPart numberQty
Front brake padsLR0942361

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 1.

Suspension & drivetrain

2 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Active suspension system warning lamp illuminated

Affects All models with active suspension system.

Cause

Open circuit/high resistance in wiring harness of active suspension system.

Repair

  1. Check active suspension system wiring harness for damage and repair/replace as necessary.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 6.

Active suspension system warning lamp illuminated

Damage to front shock absorber wiring harness. Fix: use a repair kit.

Overview

Affects
All models with active suspension system.
Remedy
Repair kit

Symptoms

Repair steps

  1. Inspect front shock absorber wiring harness for damage.
  2. If damage to shock absorber wiring harness has occurred within 20 mm from base of front shock absorber: Fit new front shock absorber.
  3. If damage to shock absorber wiring harness has occurred after 20 mm from base of front shock absorber: Repair wiring harness using harness repair kit and connectors. Note: Ensure front shock absorber repaired wiring harness total length does not exceed 165 mm.
  4. If necessary, repeat procedure for opposite side.
  5. Erase any stored trouble codes.

Parts

Parts listed in the bulletin
PartPart numberQty
Wiring harness repair kitLR0562701

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 11.

Clutch & gearbox

2 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Oil leak from transmission

Poor manufacture of transmission oil gallery plate gasket. Fix: fit a modified part.

Overview

Affects
All models with transmission code 9HP48, 2014→.
Remedy
Fit modified part

Symptoms

Abnormal noise from transmission. Poor gear shifting.

Repair steps

  1. Remove and discard transmission oil gallery plate gasket and retaining bolts.
  2. Thoroughly clean all mating surfaces.
  3. Fit modified transmission oil gallery plate gasket.
  4. Refit transmission oil gallery plate using new retaining bolts. Tightening torque: 10 Nm. Observe correct transmission oil gallery plate retaining bolt tightening sequence.
  5. Top up transmission oil as required.

Parts

Parts listed in the bulletin
PartPart numberQty
Retaining boltRefer to manufacturer11
Transmission oil gallery plate gasketLR0864131
Transmission oilLR023288As required

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 3.

Transmission fluid leak from LH front of vehicle

Transmission oil cooler chafed through against bonnet release cable. Fix: fit a new part.

Overview

Affects
All models with 6-speed automatic transmission.
Remedy
Fit new part

Repair steps

  1. Remove and discard bonnet release cable retaining clip.
  2. Fit new bonnet release cable retaining clip as shown.
  3. Ensure bonnet release cable fitted correctly.
  4. Fit new transmission oil cooler.

Parts

Parts listed in the bulletin
PartPart numberQty
Bonnet release cable retaining clipLR0351031
Transmission oil coolerLR0029161

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 12.

Air conditioning & heating

3 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Air conditioning (AC) inefficient

Overview

Affects
All models with air conditioning (AC).
Remedy
Fit new part

Cause

Refrigerant leak from AC service connector.

Repair

  1. Fit new AC service connector Schrader valve.
  2. Recharge AC system with correct quantity of refrigerant.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 7.

Engine coolant blower motor runs continuously

Engine coolant pump impeller control actuator faulty. Fix: fit a modified part.

Overview

Affects
All models with 2.0 petrol engine.
Remedy
Fit modified part

Symptoms

Trouble codes stored in engine control module (ECM) fault memory: P2B61, P26CB.

Repair steps

  1. Fit modified engine coolant pump.
  2. Erase trouble codes from ECM fault memory.
  3. Reprogram engine control module (ECM) with upgraded software. Note: To carry out an effective repair a software upgrade will be required - refer to manufacturer.

Parts

Parts listed in the bulletin
PartPart numberQty
Engine coolant pumpLR1233921
Auxiliary drive belt (models with hybrid drive system)LR1009311

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 9.

Incorrect display of outside air temperature

Overview

Affects
All models, 2017→.
Remedy
Software update

Cause

AC/heater blower motor control module software fault.

Repair

  1. Carry out electrical, mechanical and component tests (as applicable) to eliminate any other possible cause(s).
  2. If no fault(s) found: Re-program AC control module with upgraded software. Note: To carry out an effective repair a software upgrade will be required - refer to manufacturer.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 13.

Wipers & visibility

2 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Windscreen wipers intermittent operation or not working

Poor electrical connection between switch assembly and harness multi-plug. Fix: clean and lubricate.

Overview

Affects
All models, 2012→.
Remedy
Clean & lubricate

Symptoms

Indicators intermittent operation or not working.

Repair steps

  1. Remove windscreen wiper switch.
  2. Clean windscreen wiper switch harness multi-plug terminals.
  3. Lightly coat terminals with grease Use specified grease.
  4. Refit windscreen wiper switch.
  5. Repeat procedure for indicator switch.

Parts

Parts listed in the bulletin
PartPart numberQty
Electrical contact grease (Nyogel)LR0546141

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 2.

Creaking/rattling noise from fascia central area

Fascia and windscreen rubbing together.

Overview

Affects
All models without head up display.

Repair steps

  1. Cut felt tape to make a strip approximately 3 mm x 15 mm x 55 mm in size.
  2. Using a suitable tool insert felt stripbetween fascia and windscreen (adjacent to central defrost vent).
  3. Ensure felt strip is not visible from inside car.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 14.

Other

2 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Squeaking/creaking noise from rear of vehicle when driving over rough roads

Affects All models.

Cause

Repair

  1. Replace rear anti-roll bar bushes.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 5.

Squeaking/creaking noise from rear of vehicle when driving over rough roads. Noise more pronounced when ambient air temperature is low

Affects All models.Fit modified part

Cause

Unsatisfactory design of rear anti-roll bar bushes.

Repair

  1. Fit modified rear anti-roll bar bushes.
Parts2 parts
Parts listed in the bulletin
PartPart numberQty
Anti-roll bar bushLR1137712
BoltRYG5004704

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 10.

Glossary

Technical terms used in this guide.

ECM
Engine control module — the electronic unit that manages the engine
Nm
Newton-metres — the standard unit for how tightly a bolt is done up
Trouble Codes
Standardised fault codes stored by the engine control module, read with a diagnostic tool
AC
Air conditioning — the system that cools the cabin
CMP
Camshaft position — a sensor that tells the engine control module where the camshaft is
AC/Heater
The heating and air-conditioning system
Actuator
A motor or solenoid that moves a mechanical part on command
Anti-Roll Bar
A bar that links the left and right suspension to cut body roll in corners
Control Module
A control unit for one of the vehicle's systems (engine, gearbox, brakes, body, and so on)
Fascia
The dashboard and the surrounding interior panel
Fault Memory
The list of stored trouble codes in a control module
Multi-Plug
A multi-pin electrical connector on a wiring harness
Refrigerant
The gas/liquid that carries heat in the air-conditioning system
Re-Program
Update the software on a control module using the manufacturer's diagnostic tool
Reprogram
Update the software on a control module using the manufacturer's diagnostic tool
Wiring Harness
The bundled cables that carry power and signals around the vehicle
Blower Motor
The fan that pushes air through the heater and air-conditioning
Bushes
Rubber mountings that let a suspension or body joint move without metal-to-metal contact

Frequently asked questions

What are the common faults with the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2.0 Si4?

This guide contains 14 workshop bulletins for the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2.0 Si4. Of these, three concern the air conditioning and heating and two the suspension and drivetrain. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.

Does every Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2.0 Si4 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 Range Rover Evoque 2.0 Si4 faults myself?

Many of them. The documented symptoms can be seen, heard or felt during a test drive.

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