Search results
-
Front Wheel Bearings - Question
Just curious... why would an impact wrench be needed? Why not get the nuts snug with the truck in the air, then lower to the ground and torque to spec? The typical limit on 1/2" torque wrenches is ~250 lb-ft but if spec is 268, I'd consider 250 close enough. The cost of a quality 3/4" torque... -
Battery Management System & power discharge leak
All of the above is correct: ^^^ This is also correct. Ideally you measure the amount of current draw, and start removing one fuse at a time, until you find out which item stops the excess draw. Then trace that circuit/component and repair whatever is causing the parasitic draw. If there is a... -
Does the vehicle stay in off-road height when turned off?
Be careful with plastic ramps. -
Transmission issue when cold?
Ideally they would take apart the VB and verify the Sonnax kit was installed correctly, before spending $2500 on a new VB, but I suspect they don't want to do that. :( -
Getting tires installed at Discount Tire - Lift Concerns?
So much for my theory that it's pretty hard to screw up lifting at the frame. :confused: -
Does the vehicle stay in off-road height when turned off?
Leaving a door open will prevent auto-leveling, or pulling the appropriate relays/fuses. Regardless, as noted above, use jack stands or other safety supports. I think the concern with any plastic ramps is there have been reports of them failing under load. YMMV, etc, but I'd still use... -
Lessons Learned Rebuilding 5.0 V8 2012 LR4 Engine
If you can post the part numbers, we may be able to figure it out via Microcat (the LR dealer parts catalog). Or look up the number and see if there is useful info on the interwebs. It's not ideal to have a used tappet/follower moved to a different cam lobe, but if all the lobes and tappets... -
Low mile year, should I still get annual oil change? (out of warranty)
Normally I'd say no, you don't have to change at 12 months. But 4.5k including 1k towing... either change it now, or change it soon at a convenient interval (i.e., 5k). Synthetic only, I would use semi-syn unless it was an emergency. The OCI topic has been beaten to death on this forum, but... -
Getting tires installed at Discount Tire - Lift Concerns?
I follow what the manual says as noted above, select off-road mode, then lift the truck. I don't know what the technical reason is for this, but it seems easy enough. That said, after several bad experiences many years ago at multiple different tire shops, I never, EVER bring my vehicle to... -
Oil leak?
It is a rubber seal built into the oil drain plug, not replaceable IIRC. I re-use it, no issues so far. I'd recommend some sort of plate or baffle to direct the oil stream coming out of the pan, it makes an incredible mess otherwise. Last time, I tried a 1-inch 90° PVC pipe elbow, put in place... -
2015LR4: Best H8 (Group 49) AGM Battery
As already mentioned, I think almost all batteries in USA roll out of the same couple different factories... Johnson and (forget the other one). The various brands slap their label on them. Exceptions are the boutique stuff like Optima, Braille, and lithium-ions. I generally shop by price and... -
-
-
DIY Oil Change for LR4
I didn't see any advantage to Red Line 0W-20 vs 5W-20, and my 2010 V8 originally spec'd 5W-20. I'm sure either will work fine in either engine. -
DIY Oil Change for LR4
Most of these oils DO NOT formally meet the JLR spec. Lots of discussion on the forum on this topic over the past few years, if you search you'll find plenty to read. Short version is, JLR spec is important if you want to stick with 15k OCI's. Otherwise, not so much. -
DIY Oil Change for LR4
Amsoil Signature is a Group IV/V oil, better suited to long drain intervals and/or severe service. If your truck will be seeing normal service and <7k intervals, the other two (Group III hydrocracked dino, not technically full synthetic) will be fine and no, you wouldn't see any tangible... -
DIY Oil Change for LR4
Don't forget to decide if you are vacuuming out via Topsider, or draining from below. If draining, be prepared for a holy mess. The last time, I tried using a 1-inch PCV pipe elbow which I slipped over the hole as I pulled the drain plug away. Believe it or not, this reduce the mess 80%+... will... -
(UPDATE) First Winter with the girl and...
If you add a resistor, it will need to be high wattage, or it will fry. But with an appropriate size, this might help... -
Battery Issue? AGM Lifetime?
I've been using the PowerPulse unit and PulseTech Xtreme Charger on about a dozen different Mercedes models from late 80's through mid 00's, and the LR4. All Group 48 and 49 batteries, both flooded and AGM, both OE and various brands aftermarket. This has been over about 15 years. I have never... -
Battery Issue? AGM Lifetime?
Zero issues since installation. What fancy charger brand/model do you have that requires disconnecting the battery? I've never heard of that! -
Oil leak?
The old style pump leaks from the front cover, not from the seal at the rear against the block. Have to replace the entire pump to cure a leaking old pump. HOWEVER, you are correct! The pump in the photo is the new style with more bolts holding the cover on, with an improved design. My bad, I... -
Oil leak?
Remember that means replacing the entire vacuum pump, with the newer version, which may require different length bolts. I tried unsuccessfully to apply a bead of sealant around the outside of the old vac pump cover. It reduced the leak 90% but the last 10% is driving me nuts. I'm going to have... -
Bunch of error codes. Alternator?
I'm at 125kmi / 11 years (2010 model), so I'm getting one to put on the shelf. I may replace it proactively before going on a long trip out of town. So far, my original is fine. I wouldn't replace an original with only 50kmi, it likely has at least another 50k of life left, if not longer. I... -
Bunch of error codes. Alternator?
Quick update. Jaguar p/n C2D42135 was also supposed to be Denso DAN-1103, and I found AuthausAZ had them for ~$250 including shipping, no tax. Ordered Monday, arrived today, it looks correct. They have since increased the price to $270 delivered ($261 + $9 flat rate shipping, no tax), but that's... -
Switching to LEDs for headlights 2010 lr4
I think you meant, "I don't believe you'll get the full potential of the different bulbs unless you install them in the housing made for the specific lamp type." If so, I agree 100%. The bulb type needs to match the housing/reflector design for that specific bulb. I've recently seen some LED...
