Sonshine
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Front crossover being replaced is great because those failures can lead to catastrophic engine failure. Front crossovers can burst open and leak out all the coolant in seconds on the highway and before you see you are overheating it's too late. Rear crossover typically leaks and should be replaced preventatively. I just did mine. An indy quoted me $1,000 for the front and rear pipes. Problem is that you can't use your warranty for preemptive maintenance. Water pumps and thermostats are basically considered maintenance items as well. I feel the problem with warranties for Land Rover is that there are many items you don't really want to wait until they break and preventative maintenance is can be costly on Rovers.
Agreed. The dealer made to explain to me that LRs are considered high maintenance vehicles and as long as I’m good with it, I will love this vehicle. If not, get a Toyota; they are very reliable... *Insert chuckle*
Regarding the rear crossover pipe. Is their leak more prevalent but not as a serious? The reason I ask, is I can still smell residual coolant, and am afraid it may be the rear... considering the front was just replaced. I continuing to monitor because I want to ensure it’s not just burn off that’s pooled under the manifold. I’ve only put about 100 miles on it since I got it. Given the pressure test came back good I’m at a loss for what it could be.
Any info is helpful.