Newbie to the LR4 - GAP tool a must?

[JWLR4]

Greetings! Recently purchased a 2011 LR4 HSE and am enjoying it so far. I’ve read a lot about the GAP IID BT and see it has a lot of benefits. I plan to do a good bit of moderate overlanding, so is it a must-have item? My gut tells me it is...just looking for some input from those who’ve been in the game a while. Thanks in advance. ✌

 

[Analogue]

I’m in the same spot as you - newbie LR4 owner and I’m receiving my gap tool today (purchased from LK8)

Will watch this thread with interest - one mod I intend to make is to set the default normal height slightly higher to allow for some small tire rubbing clearance


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[Michael Gain]

Yes.


It pays for itself very quickly when you can diagnose an issue, update software (for a fee), and can monitor values in real time.

 

[DaytonaRS7]

yes

 

[LB Bill]

Just about pays for itself when simply programming a new key fob bought off Amazon as opposed to going the OEM dealer route $$$'s

 

[ktm525]

Knock on wood I have avoided having one for over 10 years of 3/4 ownership.

 

[keya]

Depends on which dealership you go to, you could spent about 800 for the fob and the cut key!!!!! It's just stupid. I have had a car for a few months and it has paid for itself already.

Since I got the car and IIDTool, I have already programmed two keyfobs and a new battery. I also can change the ride height on the fly. That's how I have used it so far.

 

[jlglr4]

More than anything, I just like being able to check on things without going to a mechanic. If you are a DIY type, its a no brainer.

 

[Analogue]

I was hoping to find some tutorials here for how to address some common functions...is there a good thread for this? Should we start a sticky?

 

[Michael Gain]

The manual is actually very helpful:

https://www.gap-diagnostic.com/support/documents/IIDTool/