Land Rover2018–2020

Range Rover 3.0 SDV6/TDV6: Common faults & known problems

Common faults & known problems

2 known faults documented in workshop bulletins. Of these, one concerns the engine and fuel system and one the body and trim. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.

Engine & fuel system

1 documented fault — 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

  1. Remove fuel tank.
  2. Remove fuel pump assembly from fuel tank.
  3. Fit fuel tank splash baffle.
  4. Refit components in reverse order of removal.

Parts

Parts listed in the bulletin
PartPart numberQty
Fuel tank splash baffleLR0656781
O-ringLR0009661

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 1.

Body & trim

1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Poor performance of heated seats

Overview

Affects
All models with heated seats, 2019→.
Remedy
Software update

Cause

AC 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 2.

Glossary

Technical terms used in this guide.

AC
Air conditioning — the system that cools the cabin
Control Module
A control unit for one of the vehicle's systems (engine, gearbox, brakes, body, and so on)
Re-Program
Update the software on a control module using the manufacturer's diagnostic tool
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 3.0 SDV6/TDV6?

This guide contains two workshop bulletins for the Land Rover Range Rover 3.0 SDV6/TDV6. Of these, one concerns the engine and fuel system and one the body and trim. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.

Does every Land Rover Range Rover 3.0 SDV6/TDV6 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 3.0 SDV6/TDV6 faults myself?

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

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