Engine & fuel system
2 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Splashing noise heard under acceleration or braking at low speed
Lack of splash baffle in fuel tank.
Overview
- Affects
- All models with Diesel engines.
Repair steps
- Remove fuel tank.
- Remove fuel pump assembly from fuel tank.
- Fit fuel tank splash baffle.
- Refit components in reverse order of removal.
Parts
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel tank splash baffle | LR065678 | 1 |
| O-ring | LR000966 | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 4.
Rattling noise from underside of vehicle
Overview
- Affects
- All models.
- Remedy
- Fit new part
- Parts
- 1 part
Cause
Sound insulation material on engine undertray loose due to failure of retaining clips.
Repair
- Remove and discard sound insulation material retaining clips.
- Fit new sound insulation material retaining nuts.
Parts1 part
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Nut | LR003643 | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 5.
Brakes
2 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Electric parking brake (EPB) warning message displayed in instrument panel
Overview
- Affects
- All models with electric parking brake (EPB).
- Fault codes
C2007C2008- Remedy
- Software update
Symptoms
Electric parking brake (EPB) warning lamp illuminated. Trouble codes stored in ABS control module fault memory: C2007, C2008.
Cause
ABS control module software fault.
Repair
- Carry out electrical, mechanical and component tests (as applicable) to eliminate any other possible cause(s).
- If no fault(s) found: Re-program ABS 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 1.
Suspension system warning message displayed in instrument panel
Air suspension reservoir cracked/damaged. Fix: fit a new part.
Overview
- Affects
- All models with air suspension.
- Remedy
- Fit new part
Repair steps
- Access air suspension compressor pump assembly located under spare wheel.
- Inspect air suspension reservoir for cracks/damage in area indicated.
- If cracks/damage found: Fit new air suspension compressor pump assembly. Fit protective cover to air suspension compressor pump assembly to prevent further damage.
Parts
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Protective cover | LR117060 | 1 |
| Air suspension compressor pump assembly | LR095836 | 1 |
| Air pipe connector | LR083989 | 1 |
| Air pipe connector | LR041295 | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 2.
Body & trim
1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Wind noise from panoramic sunroof area whilst driving at high speed
Cause
Deformation of panoramic sunroof front weather seal.
Repair
- Fit new panoramic sunroof front weather seal.
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 3.
Glossary
Technical terms used in this guide.
- ABS
- Anti-lock braking system — stops the wheels locking under hard braking
- Trouble Codes
- Standardised fault codes stored by the engine control module, read with a diagnostic tool
- EPB
- Electric parking brake — an electronic handbrake, operated by a switch rather than a lever
- Air Suspension
- A system that uses air springs instead of steel coils, so ride height can be raised or lowered
- Compressor Pump
- The pump that pressurises the air-suspension system
- Control Module
- A control unit for one of the vehicle's systems (engine, gearbox, brakes, body, and so on)
- Fault Memory
- The list of stored trouble codes in a control module
- Re-Program
- Update the software on a control module using the manufacturer's diagnostic tool
- Undertray
- The plastic shield under the engine bay
- Splash Baffle
- A plate inside the fuel tank that stops fuel sloshing
Frequently asked questions
What are the common faults with the Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0 SDV6 Hybrid?
This guide contains five workshop bulletins for the Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0 SDV6 Hybrid. Of these, two concern the engine and fuel system and two the brakes. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.
Does every Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0 SDV6 Hybrid 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 Sport 3.0 SDV6 Hybrid faults myself?
Many of them. The documented symptoms can be seen, heard or felt during a test drive.