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2013 LR4 Suspension Compressor
Easiest way is a socket, short extension, u-joint, long extension ratchet, all duct taped up firmly, in that order. Then lightly tape the bolt to the socket. Tighten, and tear taped socket off the bolt. Makes real quick work of it. Everything else is a big struggle unless you get lucky. -
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Only normal Height Available.
Or throw all the parts at it in order, starting with the passenger front air spring (or check for leaks), front valve block, then the center, then the rear, then another pump. Eventually.... FWIW, a Launch Creader Elite JLR should also get all the necessary codes read. Properly read my car... -
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Highest mileage LR4?
Nah. Someone else just posted that bought one with 200k on it. OP was a Facebook post that had 283k on it. But I did some new digging on Facebook Marketplace, and there is one in Alabama that gets close with 253,000 miles. At 251,000 it experienced a transmission failure and replacement... -
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Highest mileage LR4?
Oil every 5k and chains preventatively by 100k. It's an interference motor, so you lose the timing chain or skip timing you trash the valves and lose the motor without warning. Personally, I would never rely on "noise". That's whistling past the graveyard. I might--might--rely on a... -
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Highest mileage LR4?
Lack of knowledge. Same engine with two cylinders plugged off and a supercharger added. How is that possibly going to be a more reliable vehicle? All of the same maintenance needs and failure modes, with a few more glommed on top. On of top that, a ridiculous 0W-20 oil spec for a blower... -
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Highest mileage LR4?
The only one with chains confirmed that went cheap was $10,000 after buyer premium, and was a 2010 with 127k on it. And the exterior was beat, and came with 1 key (a $500 problem for those who know). Still a steal, but it wasn't clear that the rear crossover was done since it was a dealer... -
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Highest mileage LR4?
Chains are done. At least 10k. Wouldnt be surprised to see substantially more, up to 15k. No chains ruins them at auction, like it does every known chain issue car. Crossovers would add at least 2k. 200k isn't hard to get on these with "minor" preventive maintenance. My guess is they... -
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Preemptive 80K mile service...
When it starts to smell like antifreeze... There no way to know, mileage wise. At 140k rear o ring gasket went due to plastic degrading. Front was like new, and I can't find a receipt that it was done in the last 75k. Probably usage/ heat cycle dependant, in part. -
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Preemptive 80K mile service...
I also just did a very long write up which may be helpful on the first 4 items with part numbers, video links, and torque specs here: https://www.landroverworld.org/threads/how-to-diy-2013-lr4-front-crossover-pipe-rear-crossover-pipe-water-pump-coolant-replacement.43821/post-247627 -
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Quick Tires Question
The size you propose is correct. Any larger can result in immobility if the suspension drops all the air. -
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maintenance history since new 2013
Out of morbid curiosity, I went through the invoices. In hindsight, it explains a LOT about Land Rover's generally poor maintenance expense reputation. Huge amounts were billed for fairly routine, minor services, some potentially unnecessary. First, the dealer is charging $250 an hour for... -
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2013 LR4 Suspension Compressor
Or you can really play with fire and do what I did and buy an Amazon Warehouse pump for $60 that someone else returned and cross your fingers. It came in a bag that looked like it had been dropped from the back of a truck. The dessicant was spilled all over the place and making a mess. Hence... -
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Control arm fail
He's probably using a local supplier. Some do mark them at 600 each. Tell him to mail order from AutohauzAZ or such similar place, let you BYO, or you'll go elsewhere. Can also order in MeyleHD from anyone for about $150. Mechanic you use is irrelevant. Easy job (for a shop) and gets... -
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Highest mileage LR4?
If you can, absolute best value out there IF you go private party and can confirm timing chain done on the V8. Most of the other repair items are fairly simple, so far as these things go. Whatever tools you buy, they're probably paid for and then some on the first modestly time- consuming repair.
