5.0 Cylinder Block Oil Gallery Plug Leak (SSM49817)
WARNING: This page is about the LR4 Base, which is a different variant/trim than selected.
Publication date: 2011-08-11Reference number: SSM49817
5.0 CYLINDER BLOCK OIL GALLERY PLUG LEAK
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
Reference Number(s): SSM49817, Date of Issue:
August 11, 2011
| LAND ROVER: | 2010-2012 LR4, New Range Rover, Range Rover Sport |
| CATEGORY: | Engine |
| SYMPTOM: | 401000 Oil System Concerns |
ISSUE
Land Rover Engineering are currently investigating an issue with oil gallery plug leaks applicable to all derivatives of 5.0 gasoline engines.
ACTION
If an oil leak is evident at the back of the engine, please check for the presence of engine oil at the block plug as shown in the attached PDF file.
If an oil leak is confirmed from the plug please carry out an off torque value check (if possible) and remove the plug.
Please order a new plug (plug 1/2 Inch), part number LR008871. Prior to fitment of the new plug ensure the threads are free from oil/sealant contamination. Torque 40 Nm then rotate 180° ± 3°
NOTE:
Please ONLY fit a RED plug as shown in the attached PDF file.
WARRANTY INFORMATION TABLE
| Service Repair Operation Number |
|---|
| 12.60.19 - Plug - Oil - renew - Range Rover - 0.50 hrs |
| 12.60.19 - Plug - Oil - renew - Range Rover Sport - 1.60 hrs |
| 12.60.19 - Plug - Oil - renew - Discovery 4/LR4 - 1.60 hrs |
