20 documented faults
Engine & fuel system
2 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
'Check Coolant Level' warning displayed when coolant level is correct.
All models.
Incorrect specific gravity of coolant mixture.
Workshop instructions
Workshop procedure
- Ensure that the specific gravity of 50 % coolant mix is 1.075 at 20 °C before replacing any parts.
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 3.
Coolant loss.
All models with 508PN/508PS engine codes: Discovery 4: VIN AA510178→. Range Rover: VIN AA304426→. Range Rover Sport: VIN AA212145→.
What you'd notice
Low engine coolant level warning displayed.
The repair
Engine coolant pump failure.
Workshop instructions & parts3 parts
Workshop procedure
- Fit modified engine coolant pump.
- Fit new auxiliary drive belt if necessary.
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Engine coolant pump | LR029412 | 1 |
| Coolant hose | LR011997 | 1 |
| Auxiliary drive belt (engine code 508PN) | LR012663 | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 12.
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 11.
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 15.
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 17.
Brakes
4 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Front brake pad wear sensor body fractured on removal.
All models, VIN 2A 100042→.
Brake pad wear sensor removed using screwdriver or lever.
Workshop instructions
Workshop procedure
- The front brake pad wear sensor must only be removed by hand.
- The sensor should be released by moving it from left to right and up and down until free of the brake caliper.
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 2.
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 6.
Squeal from rear brakes when braking.
All models with 448DT/508PS engine codes: Range Rover: VIN 306630-328105. Range Rover Sport: VIN 215623→.
Poor manufacture of rear brake pads.
Workshop instructions & parts3 parts
Workshop procedure
- Fit modified rear brake pads.
- Fit modified caliper sliding pins.
- Apply grease to caliper sliding pins before refitting caliper.
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Rear brake pads | LR025739 | 1 |
| Caliper sliding pin kit | LR020221 | 1 |
| Grease | SYL500010 | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 14.
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 19.
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 18.
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 20.
Clutch & gearbox
2 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 8.
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 9.
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 13.
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 16.
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 7.
Other
4 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Alloy wheels difficult to remove.
All models with alloy wheels, →03/01.
Corrosion between hub spigot and wheel centre.
Workshop instructions & parts1 part
Workshop procedure
- Clean corrosion from wheel contact surfaces.
- Apply anti-seize grease to wheel contact surfaces.
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Anti-seize grease | RYL105020L | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 1.
Whining/rumbling noise when driving vehicle.
All models, VIN 2A 100042→.
Abnormal tyre wear. Stepped wear pattern on tyre edge.
Refrigerant leak from receiver/drier.
All models, →VIN 4A 154045.
Crystallised brazing flux contamination in the receiver/drier causing a leak at the desiccant bag plug.
Workshop instructions & parts1 part
Workshop procedure
- Fit new condenser/receiver/drier assembly.
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Condenser | JRW000020 | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 5.
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 10.
Take it with you
Before you view one
Land Rover Range Rover 5 Supercharged (2009–2013)
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.
- 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
- LH
- Left-hand — the left side of the vehicle as you sit in it
- RH
- Right-hand — the right side of the vehicle as you sit in it
- 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
- Anti-Seize
- Grease that stops mating parts (like a wheel on a hub) from corroding together
- Caliper
- The part that squeezes the brake pads onto the disc
- 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
- Hub Spigot
- The raised centre of the hub that locates the wheel
- 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
- Receiver/Drier
- The air-conditioning filter/dryer that removes moisture from the refrigerant
- 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 5 Supercharged?
Garages and workshops regularly encounter 20 documented faults on the Land Rover Range Rover 5 Supercharged — four concern the brakes and four the other. Each fault above lists the symptoms, cause, fix and any parts needed.
Does every Land Rover Range Rover 5 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 5 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.