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LR 4 Retired
Hey all, been on this forum for 8.5 years, since I had purchased my 2011 LR4 new. Not much off-roading, but lots of camping and ski trips over the years - always met the challenges and did so in comfort and style. Have found so much useful info on here, in particular the threads years ago to... -
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2011 lr4 hd radio problem
I think my HD radio stopped working several months ago as well (2011 LR4). I just figured something went wrong with the radio or antenna, but wonder if there's something else if several others have suddenly experienced the same thing - has HD radio changed in some way, and our outdated radios... -
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Michilin, Goodyear or Nokian? (19")
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Michilin, Goodyear or Nokian? (19")
I've run the Cooper Zeon LTZs on my 2011, and found them to be only OK. As many have mentioned, once they are about half worn, the noise becomes VERY noticeable. In snow, they were OK - better than the OEM Conti's which were garbage in snow, but not confidence inspiring. I'm now running... -
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Doing my oil change on 2010 LR4.
I'm no expert, but I've been using that for oil changes every 7500 miles or so on my 2011, probably for the past 4-5 years (once I had enough of paying for the $300 dealer oil changes). My LR4 has been running great (up to 85k miles), and I just had the dealer inspect the timing chains... -
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I know this has been asked before, but which oil to use in the LR4 2016 model?
I've been purchasing the Castrol Edge Extended Performance Fully Synthetic (meets Ford/LR standards) on Amazon for a few years (doing oil changes every 7-8k miles - 1/2 suggested intervals). It is 5W-20, but I think that's the actual suggested grade if I'm not mistaken. 5 quart bottles... -
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LR4 Brake Pads: Aftermarket Alternative?
Up to 85k miles and I think my 4th or 5th set of pads and rotors on my 2011 LR4 (have always just changed all pads and rotors when needed, to avoid noises and other potential issues I've been warned about - not a risk-taker with brakes and tires). I typically purchase the full brake kit on... -
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Atlantic British diagnostics tool?
Interesting, it does say in the description on their site that it can be used to program key fobs, but maybe only for certain models. I actually purchased (from Atlantic British) the cheaper iCarsoft tool a few years ago, primarily to reset service reminders (dealer wanted $70 just to do that)... -
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75k Miles - Service
My 2011 LR4 is nearing 75k miles. Been changing the oil on my own every 7500 miles or so since it hit around 45k miles, and I take care of the pollen & engine air filters. Looking through the maintenance schedule, it looks like a few 'big' items would be coming due soon, including rear locking... -
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LR4 Headlights Flicker?!?!
I had this happening on my 2011 about a year or so ago (when it was about 5 years old), using the DDM HID kit. Thought the kit was going bad. Decided to change battery since I figured it was probably due for that, and the problem went away. May have been lucky, but you may want to check on... -
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Running Winter/Snow tires in relatively warmer temperature areas
I'm running the Michelin Premier LTX on my 2011 LR4. Previously ran the OEM Contis and then Cooper Zeons. The Michelin's are much better in both dry (smooth and quiet) and wet (good grip) compared to those two tires, IMO, and they've held their own in the snow so far (I'm in the Northeast)... -
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Seeking iPhone holder suggestions for 2011 LR4
Not sure the iPhone6+ would work in landscape mode, may depend on how you position it. I use my phone for nav regularly (haven't turned on the LR built-in nav since the week I took delivery - utterly useless), but have become accustomed to using it in portrait mode. I position the phone as... -
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Seeking iPhone holder suggestions for 2011 LR4
ProClip mount works nicely with a magnetic mount- you can set the mount toward the top right edge. Depending on how you position the steering wheel and the size of the phone, it could come close to the wiper stalk, but I don't have an issue with my iPhone 6+. -
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iPod Connection for iPhone 6S Plus (LR4 '11)
You may also want to check out the Tune2air WMA1000 on Amazon. Let's you stream via bluetooth - no need to plug in the iPhone since it connects automatically. Been using it for a year or two in my 2011 LR4 and it works fine. -
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Sunroof shade - solid instead of mesh
I bought some black cloth at a crafts store and trimmed it to the size of the top of the shade. Used some small velcro tabs around the frame of the shade and on the shade itself (along the sides) to hold the cloth in place. You can access it from the top by keeping the shade closed and opening... -
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Warranties
This may be too late for those researching what policy to get, but on my 2011 LR4 I added Geico Mechanical Breakdown Insurance to my policy. This can only be added for a new vehicle at the time of purchase (doesn't work for a CPO), and you obviously have to be a Geico customer. The cost of... -
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LR4 Halogen Bulb Upgrading - Highly Recommended
Reviving an old thread that probably helped a lot of owners improve their night vision over the years. I'm running the DDM Tuning HID kit for 4 years (and over 50k miles) at this point. Any sense of how much longer I can expect those HID bulbs to last? Been thrilled with their performance... -
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LR4 2010 Maps update
The NAV on the 2011 LR4 was outdated when the truck was brand new. I can't imagine spending any amount (let alone $1000!) to simply update the maps and POIs. There's still no traffic updates, and the routing/mapping/UI seems pretty bad, as least based on the couple of times I actually tried... -
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2010 LR4 Transmission Failure - 52,000 miles
Good luck. My 2011 has about 57k and has been off the factory warranty for several months now. I am keeping my fingers crossed that the mechanical breakdown insurance I have through Geico will help me avoid the situation you're facing. While you may be sour to the idea of Land Rover right... -
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Cooper Zeon LTZ Off-Road tires on Stock 19" Wheels
I have about 18k on the Cooper LTZ's. When I was shopping for them, I was surprised to see reviews suggesting they weren't good in snow (here and elsewhere). Coming from the Conti OEM's, I feel like I'm driving a snow plow now - no issues whatsoever, including trips up to the ski mountains in... -
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"Service Required" message
My dealer wanted an extra $65 to reset it (1/2 of labor) since the reset is only "included" in the more expensive service (consisting of oil change plus "checking" 25 other things that they would otherwise check as part of their "complimentary inspection"). Told them no thanks (mostly on... -
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Bluetooth streaming on 2011 LR4?
I don't think there is a way. Only option is to plug an ipod or iphone into the port using the proprietary LR cable. -
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Non LR dealer brake job
At $700, I'd be wary as to whether the independent shop is using OEM pads and rotors. I had one brake job done on my LR4 at an independent shop to save money, and although they assured me they were using OEM parts, it turned out not to be the case (and I ended up overpaying for cheaper parts in... -
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$340 for an oil change!!!
$320 is really high for that - I recently paid $230 in NY for an oil change. Maybe they are including extra time/cost to reset your service reminder? My dealer wouldn't reset it unless I paid them an extra $70 for the labor to reset the service reminder, even though the remainder of the annual... -
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LR4 car camping / dead battery
Yes, I have the keyless ignition, but I don't have the Lux, which I think also has the buttons on the door handles for the keyless entry (I have to press the buttons on the key fob to lock and unlock the doors). Not sure if that would have any effect on it. Another thought - maybe with one of...
