Tow Hitch Receiver Does Not Latch In The Vehicle Housing (LTB00493NAS2)

WARNING: This page is about the LR4 Base, which is a different variant/trim than selected.

Publication date: 2013-04-19
Reference number: LTB00493NAS2

TOW HITCH RECEIVER DOES NOT LATCH IN THE VEHICLE HOUSING

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): LTB00493NAS2, Date of Issue: April 19, 2013

LAND ROVER:	2005-2009 LR3 (LA); 2010-2014 LR4 (LA); 2005-2013 Range Rover Sport (LS)
SECTION:	502-00
AFFECTED VEHICLES:	LR3 (LA) Model Year: 2005-2009 VIN: 5A000360-9A513325; LR4 (LA) Model Year: 2010-2014 VIN: AA510742 - Onwards; Range Rover Sport (LS) Model Year: 2005-2013 VIN: 5A900129 - Onwards

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CONDITION SUMMARY

Situation: The tow hitch receiver may not latch in the vehicle housing/rear crossmember.

Cause: This may be caused by tow hitch receiver manufacturing tolerances combined with excessive paint build-up on the rear crossmember. A new tow hitch receiver may be within tolerance specification; however, in certain circumstances a new tow hitch receiver fitted to a vehicle may be difficult to install.

Action: In the event of a customer concern of the above, refer to the REPAIR PROCEDURE outlined below.

PARTS

No Parts Required

WARRANTY

NOTE: Repair procedures are under constant review, and therefore times are subject to change; those quoted here must be taken as guidance only. Always refer to TOPIx to obtain the latest repair time.

NOTE: DDW requires the use of causal part numbers. Labor only claims must show the causal part number with a quantity of zero.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

DESCRIPTION	SRO	TIME (HOURS)	CONDITION CODE	CAUSAL PART
Remove excess paint from quick release tow bar bracket	76.11.89/85	0.10	42	KVB500101

NOTE: Normal Warranty policies and procedures apply.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

Check the part number on the locking pin and tow hitch receiver. The affected part numbers are listed below:
- Tow hitch receiver part number: AH22-17N886-AB.
- Locking pin number (first four digits): 3136U up to 3257U .
NOTE: Note the red signal ring.

Check to see if the tow hitch receiver latches on the vehicle correctly:.
- If the tow hitch receiver is not latched properly, the red signal ring will be visible, the receiver cannot be locked, and the key cannot be removed.
Remove the tow hitch receiver.
- Check the housing leeways and the pin surface for dirt, debris, or imperfections.
Insert the tow hitch receiver in the vehicle housing three (3) times.
- If the tow hitch receiver latches, return the vehicle to the customer.
- If the tow hitch receiver does not latch, continue to step 5.
Using a suitable file and locally-sourced sandpaper (150 - 240 grit), fold the sandpaper around the file.
With the sandpaper wrapped around the file, do three gentle strokes per leeway.
Check to see if the tow hitch receiver latches on the vehicle correctly, can be locked, and the key can be removed.
- If the tow hitch receiver does not latch correctly, repeat step 6 until the tow hitch receiver fits correctly.