16 documented faults
Engine & fuel system
1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Engine malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated.
Range Rover: Engine codes 428PS/448PN, VIN LM6A194480-LM7A263534.
Range Rover Sport: Engine code 428PS, VIN LS5A900325-LS7A119896.
Range Rover Sport: Engine code 448PN, VIN LS5A900290-LS7A119896.
What you'd notice
Trouble codes stored: P0170, P0173, P2097, P2099, P0461.
The repair
Engine control module (ECM) software fault.
Workshop instructions
Workshop procedure
- Re-program engine control module (ECM) with upgraded software.
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 5.
Electrical & ignition
3 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
TPMS warning lamp illuminated.
All models: Discovery 4: VIN LA510178→. Range Rover: VIN LM302697→. Range Rover Sport: VIN LS212145→.
What you'd notice
TPMS warning message displayed in multifunction display. Trouble codes related to TPMS stored in fault memory.
The repair
Signal interference from alternator.
Workshop instructions & parts1 part
Workshop procedure
- Fit modified TPMS sensors.
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| TPMS sensor | LR031713, or LR031712 | 5 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 9.
Retractable door mirrors inoperative.
All models with retractable door mirrors, VIN 2A100042-4A180213.
What you'd notice
Retractable door mirrors fold in then immediately unfold.
The repair
Retractable door mirror micro-switch dislodged or faulty.
Workshop instructions & parts8 parts
Workshop procedure
- Remove door mirror cover.
- Ensure door mirror micro-switch fitted correctly.
- Check operation of retractable door mirrors.
- If fault still present: Replace retractable door mirror.
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| LH retractable door mirror | Refer to manufacturer | As required |
| RH retractable door mirror | Refer to manufacturer | As required |
| LH door mirror glass frame | CRI000030PUY | As required |
| RH door mirror glass frame | CRI000020PUY | As required |
| LH door mirror cover - with door mirror puddle lamp | CRI000091PUY | As required |
| RH door mirror cover - with door mirror puddle lamp | CRI000081PUY | As required |
| LH door mirror cover - without door mirror puddle lamp | CRI000051PUY | As required |
| RH door mirror cover - without door mirror puddle lamp | CRI000041PUY | As required |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 11.
Rear electric windows not operating.
All models, VIN 4A162652-6A198300.
Multifunction control module software fault causing failure of rear window motors.
Workshop instructions & parts2 parts
Workshop procedure
- Carry out electrical, mechanical and component tests (as applicable) to eliminate any other possible cause(s).
- If no fault(s) found: Re-program multifunction control module with modified software. Fit new rear window winder mechanisms.
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Window winder mechanism - LH | CVH500100 | 1 |
| Window winder mechanism - RH | CVH500110 | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 13.
Brakes
2 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Random operation of ABS when vehicle cornering.
All models.
Steering angle sensor misaligned.
Workshop instructions
Workshop procedure
- Check front wheel alignment.
- Carry out steering angle sensor calibration using diagnostic equipment.
- Erase any stored trouble codes.
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 1.
Squeaking noise from rear of centre console when driving over rough roads or speed humps.
All models, VIN 2A 100042→.
Excessive friction between handbrake cable and handbrake cable guide.
Workshop instructions & parts1 part
Workshop procedure
- Clean handbrake cable and handbrake cable guide mating surfaces and apply specified lubricant.
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Lubricant | CYK100070L | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 15.
Steering
2 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Power steering heavy when manoeuvring or parking.
All models with speed sensitive power steering, VIN 2A100047→.
Power steering fluid pressure control valve faulty.
Workshop instructions & parts1 part
Workshop procedure
- Fit new power steering fluid pressure control valve filter.
- Fit new power steering fluid pressure control valve. Tighten new bolts to 3 Nm.
- Top up power steering fluid level.
- Bleed power steering system.
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Power steering fluid pressure control valve kit | QFW500040 | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 14.
Vibration through front suspension/steering when manoeuvring or parking with steering on full lock.
All models, VIN 2A100042-5A195343.
Unsatisfactory design of front driveshafts.
Workshop instructions & parts4 parts
Workshop procedure
- Fit modified front driveshafts.
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| LH front driveshaft | IED500032 | 1 |
| RH front driveshaft | IED500022 | 1 |
| Driveshaft nut | RUH100030 | 2 |
| Hub nut | QYH100260 | 2 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 16.
Clutch & gearbox
4 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Message centre displays 'Transmission Fault Stop Safely'.
Range Rover: VIN LM7A239036-LMAA307231.
Range Rover Sport: VIN LS5A900106-LS9A215620.
What you'd notice
Possible trouble codes stored: P080A, P0806, P186D (rear differential lock actuator stuck).
The repair
Rear differential lock actuator stuck. Rear differential lock control module software fault.
Workshop instructions & parts2 parts
Workshop procedure
- Fit new rear differential lock actuator.
- Re-program rear differential lock control module with upgraded software.
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Rear differential lock actuator | LR011036 | Discovery 3/Range Rover Sport |
| Rear differential lock actuator | TVK500350 | Range Rover |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 3.
Poor cold starting.
Range Rover (02-), 2002-09: VIN 6A198058→.
Range Rover Sport, 2005-09: VIN 6A900290→.
Engine control module (ECM)/transmission control module (TCM) software fault.
Workshop instructions
Workshop procedure
- Install upgraded ECM/TCM software.
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 4.
Oil leak from transmission.
All models with 6HP transmission code: Discovery 3, VIN 5A000303→. Range Rover, VIN 6A198058→. Range Rover Sport, VIN 5A900109→.
Transmission input shaft oil seal faulty.
Workshop instructions & parts1 part
Workshop procedure
- Fit new transmission input shaft oil seal.
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission input shaft oil seal | TZB500030 | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 6.
Poor gear shifting when down-shifting between 2nd-1st ranges.
All models with automatic transmission: Discovery 3, VIN 5A000360-6A402253. Range Rover, VIN 6A198058-7A263534. Range Rover Sport, VIN 5A900302-7A119896.
Transmission control module (TCM) software fault.
Workshop instructions
Workshop procedure
- Carry out electrical, mechanical and component tests (as applicable) to eliminate any other possible cause(s).
- If no fault(s) found: Re-program TCM with upgraded software.
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 7.
Air conditioning & heating
1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Whistling noise from air conditioning (AC) in recirculation mode or automatic mode when driving above 30mph (48kph).
All models, VIN 5A181087→.
AC/heater air mix flap not closing fully.
Workshop instructions & parts1 part
Workshop procedure
- Apply felt tape to AC/heater air mix flap Fig.125649.1 & Fig.125650.1 .
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| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Felt tape | LR029201 | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 10.
Body & trim
1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Lower tailgate not latching correctly.
All models.
Misalignment of latch on lower tailgate.
Workshop instructions & parts1 part
Workshop procedure
- Remove latch from lower tailgate.
- Install one washer onto each stud of tailgate latch.
- Refit latch to lower tailgate.
- Repeat procedure for opposite side.
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Washer | WA108051L | 4 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 12.
Wipers & visibility
1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Erratic front wiper operation.
Range Rover (02-), 2002-09: VIN 100000→.
Range Rover Sport, 2005-09: VIN 900505→.
What you'd notice
Front wipers not working.
The repair
Front wiper arm loose, allowing wiper spindle to rotate without moving wiper arm.
Workshop instructions
Workshop procedure
- Remove wiper arm nut protective cover and remove nut.
- If wiper arm has come loose from spindle inspect affected components for damage. Replace components as necessary.
- Ensure wiper motor is in park position.
- Fit front wiper arm. Tighten wiper arm nut as follows:
- Freelander (97-06): 18 Nm.
- Freelander 2 (06-): 25 Nm.
- 90/110/130/Defender: 17 Nm.
- Discovery 3 (04-): 18 Nm.
- Range Rover (02-): 18 Nm.
- Range Rover Sport: 34 Nm.
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 2.
Other
1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Abnormal noise from auxiliary drive belt.
Range Rover (02-), VIN 6A198058-7A257088.
Range Rover Sport, VIN 5A900505-7A129334.
Auxiliary drive belt guide pulley faulty, allowing auxiliary drive belt to contact mounting bracket.
Workshop instructions & parts2 parts
Workshop procedure
- Remove auxiliary drive belt guide pulley mounting bracket.
- Modify mounting bracket to increase clearance where contact has occurred Fig.120641.1 & Fig.120641.2 .
- Fit modified auxiliary drive belt guide pulley.
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| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Guide pulley | PQR500350 | 1 |
| Auxiliary drive belt | Refer to manufacturer | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 8.
Take it with you
Before you view one
Land Rover Range Rover 4.2 Supercharged (2005–2009)
Each documented fault as a quick check for a viewing or test drive — tick them off as you go.
A little workshop vocabulary
Workshop terms used on this page
Definitions for the technical language used in these bulletins.
- ECM
- Engine control module — the car's engine computer
- VIN
- Vehicle identification number — 17 characters, found at the base of the windscreen and on the V5C logbook
- Nm
- Newton-metres — the standard unit for how tightly a bolt is done up
- Trouble Codes
- Standardised fault codes stored by the engine computer, read with a diagnostic tool
- TCM
- Transmission control module — the gearbox computer
- TPMS
- Tyre pressure monitoring system — warns if a tyre is under-inflated
- AC/Heater
- The heating and air-conditioning system
- Actuator
- A motor or solenoid that moves a mechanical part on command
- Control Module
- A computer that runs one of the car's systems (engine, gearbox, brakes, body, and so on)
- Fault Memory
- The list of stored trouble codes in a control module
- Multifunction Control Module
- The body computer that runs shared electrical functions (lights, wipers, locking, and so on)
- Rear Differential Lock
- A locker that forces both rear wheels to turn together for extra traction
- Re-Program
- Update the software on a control module using the manufacturer's diagnostic tool
- Steering Angle Sensor
- Tells the stability-control system which way the steering wheel is pointing
- Alternator
- The unit that charges the battery while the engine is running
- Auxiliary Drive Belt
- The belt that drives the alternator, water pump, steering pump or air-conditioning compressor
- Calibration
- Setting a sensor or module so its readings match the real world
- Oil Seal
- A rubber seal that keeps oil in and dirt out, typically around a rotating shaft
Common questions
Using this guide.
What are the common faults with the Land Rover Range Rover 4.2 Supercharged?
Garages and workshops regularly encounter 16 documented faults on the Land Rover Range Rover 4.2 Supercharged — four concern the clutch and gearbox and three the electrical and ignition. Each fault above lists the symptoms, cause, fix and any parts needed.
Does every Land Rover Range Rover 4.2 Supercharged have these faults?
No. These are patterns documented across the model by workshops, not predictions for an individual car. 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 4.2 Supercharged faults when viewing one?
Many of them, yes — the documented symptoms are things you can see, hear or feel on a viewing or test drive. The 'Before you view one' checklist above turns each documented fault into a quick check you can tick off as you go.