Multiple repairs on a 70K miles 2013 LR4: what can I expect next

[david cook]

The following have been done (in separate instances) in the last 3 years for a 70K miles 2013:

1. Water pump replacement
2. Oil Cooler Assembly
3. And this year: Coolant Crossover pipe

Do most owners have similar experiences or this is unusual?
And the most important question is: if these have been replaced, what am I looking forward to replacing next?

I like my LR4 and resisting family pressure to replace with the new Discovery, but knowing what to do next will help be ready.

Thank you fellow LR4 owners

correction: I meant Defender not Discovery

 

[ftillier]

Water pump and crossover pipes is regular maintenance on these. Oil cooler maybe less so. At 75k miles, do transmission, transfer case, diff fluids. Air and cabin filters if you haven't done them yet. I'd also check the state of the desiccant in the suspension compressor, it tends to turn to dust and then interferes with the valve solenoid leading to sagging suspension.

 

[MarcusTriton]

The following have been done (in separate instances) in the last 3 years for a 70K miles 2013:

1. Water pump replacement
2. Oil Cooler Assembly
3. And this year: Coolant Crossover pipe

Do most owners have similar experiences or this is unusual?
And the most important question is: if these have been replaced, what am I looking forward to replacing next?

I like my LR4 and resisting family pressure to replace with the new Discovery, but knowing what to do next will help be ready.

Thank you fellow LR4 owners

Don't sell it. The year of the 2013 LR4's is, in my opinion, the finest machine out there in the LR4 line. I bought a 2012 LR4 with 101k mi, did the maintenance of what you did and of what ftiller said to do and now at 121mi it runs flawlessly, of course I assuming you had the free fuel flange update. The timing chain issue doesn't affect your year model. The comfort of these machines are unbeatable. Changing the oil every 3k is the most critical point. I use 5W-40 Mobil Nascar oil, though some will argue that point but I'll stick with my German engineer's advice on that point. I believe the later 2012's and especially the 2013's are going to be LR Classic's and sought after. For what I know now, I wish that I had gotten a 2013 Lux with under 100k miles. Good luck to you.

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[powershift]

Make your family happy and get the Defender 110 V8

 

[MellonRover]

I'd put front lower and rear upper control arms, possibly valve covers on the radar. If I had to guess the next "need" of a 13yr old lr4. Other than maintenance they are pretty solid after cooling system is sorted.

 

[Worzella]

The fuel flange repair mentioned is a recall item. You can call dealer and see if it was done for your VIN. Had my 2012 fixed for free right after I bought it used last fall. Symptom is fuel smell after full tank fill. But don't wait for that. Just get recall work done.

Also agree on constant oil changes to ward of timing chain problems.

If you don't have a second key, get one! You lose the only key and big $$$ to retool many of the ECUs. I bought GAP tool and key from online LR place and then you can code 2nd key. Otherwise I think dealer charges $500 maybe to just make second key.

If your battery is older, consider a fresh one. All sorts of demons come if not.

Finally keep sunroof drains clear or water gets under carpets and electronics might not like that.

Not meaning to scare you but the info above applies to any "modern" car with all the stupid BS they put on them

 

[f1racer328]

Within the past few years I've replaced my front + rear crossover pipes, water pump, accessory belts, and fixed a timing chain cover oil leak.

Prior to that I've done some other minor things, along with new front air struts and a new center valve block (air suspension). New hood struts, and climate control knobs.

That's the past 2 years/15k miles. Of course theres a handful of oil changes in there, and I'm due for tires now.

 

[david cook]

Thank you all for your valuable and timely comments. Somebody mentioned the control arms, and those were replaced.

We don't drive much out of town but once a year I have make a 9 hour drive. And I drive the whole way (no switching drivers) and its the most comfortable ride ever. I feel like I am flying business class. I don't feel exhausted or fatigued. Last time it was in the snow half the way.

Between the comfortable ride, the enhanced look (with side steps and a roof rack), and the spacious cargo (it came in handy again yesterday), the desire to replace is very low unless its mechanically going to cause a lot of pain.

Based on what you all shared, this one is a keeper . The timing chain issue has not yet surfaced but if it does in the next 25K miles, I will keep an eye out (on this 2013).

Thank you all for your expert insight again and have a good rest of the week

p.s. I do like the Defender 110... may be I win a lottery and I get that without replacing this but I am a sucker for the older defenders

 

[txfromwi]

Can't ever say exactly what, but the when is very easy..
Wait, just heard something in the garage...
Ah, yes, it was the call of the LR4.
Fix me Seymour, Fix me...

 

[GunsAndRovers]

If it makes you feel any better, here's what I've replaced on my 2011 LR4 with one additional year of ownership than you:

1. Rear sway bar links
2. Air compressor
3. Parking brake module
4. Battery
5. Alternator
6. Front calipers, brakes & rotors
7. Rear calipers, brakes & rotors
8. Front hubs
9. Rear left CV axle
10. Front left speed sensor (my fault, broke it while removing for hub replacement)
11. Rear right brake pad wear sensor

And that's with only 18k miles driven since purchased. The comfort, linear power from the NA 5.0 Jag V8 and cargo capacity on these is hard to beat.