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    Key Fob Help - 2012 LR4

    You can buy the smaller key fob casing and install the circuit board from the brick into it. Just need some minor trimming of the circuit board to fit. Part # LR078921
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    New Injectors - Do they require programming?

    No programming required. It is a good idea to reset the PCM adaptions. This clears out the learned parameters.
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    In Control app not connecting to 2021 Defender

    With the recent JLR cyberattack, we can't access the InControl set up features.
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    Coolant Smell After Driving and Temperature Gauge Reading

    You can use an air chisel with a long bit. Contrary to popular belief. The fan turns the same direction that loosens the nut.
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    Coolant Smell After Driving and Temperature Gauge Reading

    Looking down at the fan nut. Counter clockwise to remove.
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    Timing Chain parts

    The Harbor Freight Thunder cat impact will work. Just need a short socket. Too risky to use the zip tie method.
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    Timing Chain parts

    You are correct. The '15 would have the updated guides. There could be issues with chain stretch and VVT drive train.
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    Timing Chain parts

    It's more like the timing chain tensioner is weak, causing the rattle. Where the tensioner pushes on the chain guide, the aluminum wears out and causes the tensioner to extend further.
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    Fuel injector seal

    Those parts will work. On the 4.4L V8s, the Teflon seals are black also.
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    Hi from San Francisco. Having error code and cannot pass smog.

    Unfortunately, sensor in transmission.
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    Fuel injector seal

    The new Teflon seals have to be "sized" when installed. There's a tool for that procedure.
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    Hi from San Francisco. Having error code and cannot pass smog.

    You're welcome. If the DTC won't clear, you have a hard fault. The transmission speed sensor is part of the valve body.
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    Hi from San Francisco. Having error code and cannot pass smog.

    The DTC needs be cleared and a drive cycle performed. Until the drive cycle passes, the smog test will fail. https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/how-to-perform-a-basic-drive-cycle
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    Hi from San Francisco. Having error code and cannot pass smog.

    Have you tried the JLR dealership?
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    Trying to finish 5.0 timing job, engine not rotating smoothly

    Another tech at work here had the same issue. Pulled everything down and retimed the engine. Eventually, said f it. Fired up and ran great.
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    Window Rattled & Dislodged

    Window regulator cable broken.
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    Defender headlights

    You pay for it. Or, ask for assistance from JLR.
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    LR4 - Sunroof Drain Pain

    Do Not touch the battery cables together. That could fry circuit boards that have capacitors. On newer vehicles, definitely would affect the backup battery in the Telematics module. Pull the step plate at the right front door and inspect the wiring harness for breaks. The harness channel...
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    130 Trophy or Trek?

    I participated in the Trek Challenge last year, at the https://experience.landroverusa.com/california/index.html Anyone that says the Defender is not a capable off roader, has NO clue. The Defender is a beast. There were ten challenges. Only one challenge was really extreme off roading. Lots...
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    Spare Tire Cover - Keep it straight?

    Does your cover have the two lugs that line up with the spare tire lug nut holes?
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    130 Trophy or Trek?

    You can get a 130 with the third row delete. It has a nice flat floor and a massive storage area under the cargo area. The Trek models were actually used in the Defender Trek competition. Ten days of serious off roading. Trophy models were modified by JLR in New Jersey. '23 and '25 differences...
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    Defender headlights

    Fairly common issue. Covered by the 4year 50k mile warranty.
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    Replacing spare tire jack?

    With a flat tire, the clearance would be less too. You can always locate another jacking point. Maybe, the body mounting gussets?
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    Pulsing while steering

    Dirty power steering fluid can cause the pulsating that you are feeling. You can change the fluid out yourself. With the engine off, remove as much fluid as you can. Fill reservoir, run engine for couple minutes. Repeat until the fluid is clear. Usually about 3 qts.
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    HD package retrofit

    Sorry. With the JLR cyber attack, I'm not able to access the wiring diagrams at this time. I can use the year and model to access the schematics. Either way, the connector should be there.

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