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LAND ROVER ACCESSORY FITTING INSTRUCTIONS

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LAND ROVER

DEFENDER

MUD FLAPS - FRONT

VPLEP0387 / VPLEP0389 / VPLEXCLEXT01 / VPLEXCLEXT03 / VPLLE0013

FITTING INSTRUCTION

WARNING
  • Accessories which are not correctly installed can be dangerous.
  • Before ordering and installing the accessory, you must read all the instructions. The correct accessory / part must be ordered for your variant of the vehicle from the table below.
  • You must follow all instructions. If in doubt, contact your nearest approved retailer.
Accessory Kits Part Number Vehicle Variant
Standard Front Mudflaps - (washer M6x12 (D) version) VPLEP0389 All variants - Not available on OCTA
Standard Front Mudflaps - (washer M6x12 (D) version with extra clips) VPLEXCLEXT03 All variants - Not available on OCTA
Standard Front Mudflaps - (washer M6x14 (D) version) TBC All variants - Not available on OCTA
Classic Front Mudflaps with 'LAND ROVER' Logo - (washer M6x12 (D) version) VPLEP0387 All variants - Not available on OCTA
Classic Front Mudflaps with 'LAND ROVER' Logo - (washer M6x12 (D) version with extra clips) VPLEXCLEXT01 All variants - Not available on OCTA
Classic Front Mudflaps with 'DEFENDER' Logo (washer M6x14 (D) version) VPLLE0013 All variants - Not available on OCTA

Front Mudflaps - washer M6x12 (D) version (Bill of Materials)

CAUTION
  • Kits may come with older templates (B) that are no longer required. The best practice is to always go to 'Step 4' and print out the current, correct templates.
NOTE
  • Kits VPLEP0389 and VPLEP0387 may require additional trim clips (I) due to the potential for breakage when removing the front fender moulding panel. Refer to the parts table below for the replacement service part number.
  • Not all parts from the accessory kit will be required for the installation. Some parts will be leftover, intended for future use as spare parts.
Bill Of Materials Quantity Replacement Service Part Number
(A) Front Mudflaps (Standard or Classic) 2 Available in complete kit only
(B) Templates 2 See 'Step 4'
(C) Brackets 2 Available in complete kit only
(D) Washer - M6x12 8 Available in complete kit only
(E) Fixing - M6 10 Available in complete kit only
(F) Fixing - M6x20 6 Available in complete kit only
(G) Stepped Washer - M6 6 Available in complete kit only
(H) Washer - M6x18 6 Available in complete kit only
(I) Trim clips up to 4 LR112137

Front Mudflaps - washer M6x14 (D) version (Bill of Materials)

Bill Of Materials Quantity Replacement Service Part Number
(A) Front Mudflaps (Standard or Classic) 2 Available in complete kit only
(B) Templates 2 See 'Step 4'
(C) Brackets 2 Available in complete kit only
(D) Washer - M6x14 8 Available in complete kit only
(E) Fixing - M6 10 Available in complete kit only
(F) Fixing - M6x20 6 Available in complete kit only
(G) Stepped Washer - M6 6 Available in complete kit only
(H) Washer - M6x18 8 Available in complete kit only
(I) Trim clips 4 LR112137

Warnings / Cautions / Notes / Tooling and Equipment

WARNING
  • Always wear appropriate personal protective equipment when drilling.
CAUTION
  • Protect the surrounding paintwork and trim to avoid damage.
  • Use the Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) approved torque wrenches to achieve the required torque. Overtightening the fixing studs beyond the specified torque level may result in joint failure or stud breakage. Claims related to improper torque assembly will be rejected.
  • If protective wax has been applied to the vehicle it must be thoroughly removed before starting this procedure.
  • Clean the areas where the front mudflaps will be installed before installation.
NOTE
  • Install the accessory kit on one side of the vehicle first before doing the other side.
  • These instructions illustrate the left side of the vehicle. The right side is installed in a similar manner.
  • The following instructions are applicable to the installation of both the Standard and Classic mudflaps (Standard mudflaps are only shown in the images, unless stated).
  • For clarity, the wheels are not shown in the illustrations. This procedure can be performed without removing the front wheels.
Tooling and Equipment
Trim clip removal tool
Ruler
Sharp pick (for position marking)
Drill and bits set
Masking tape
File or de-burring tool
Torque Wrench
Socket Set
Scissors
Paint markers for metal
Printer
Fitting Instruction
1
WARNING
  • Vehicle must be stable before completing any work.

Position the vehicle on a ramp and raise it.

  • Log into TOPIX and enter your 'Vehicle Identification Number' and navigate to 'Workshop Manual' section '100-02 Jacking and Lifting'.
2
NOTE
  • For clarity, the wheels are not shown in the illustrations. This procedure can be performed without removing the front wheels.

Slightly loosen the front wheel arch liner to allow access from behind.

  1. Rotate the front wheel to access the front wheel arch liner area shown.
  2. Using a trim clip removal tool, remove 4 clips on the front wheel arch liner.
  3. Move aside the front wheel arch liner to allow access.
3
NOTE
  • If the top 2 clips are damaged when removed and you do not have any spare. Then order new clips (LR112137).

Removing the front fender moulding panel.

  1. Pull the front fender moulding panel away from the vehicle, releasing it from 4 clips.
  2. Remove any remaining clips from both the vehicle and the front fender moulding panel, but keep in place the 2 lower reusable clips on the front fender moulding panel.
  3. Prepare the front fender moulding panel by cleaning it in readiness for marking and drilling.
4
CAUTION
  • Be aware that (small washer) kits may include older templates (B) which is no longer needed. Always refer to the links below to download and print the current, correct templates.
  • Templates must be printed on A4 paper at 100% without adjusting the page size. Verify the dimensions using the included scale after printing.

Carefully cut out the supplied templates (B) using scissors, following the cut guidelines exactly.

5
CAUTION
  • Incorrect template positioning will result in holes drilled in the wrong locations.

Attach template (B) to the front fender moulding panel. The template must be accurately alignment along the top and side edges of the front fender moulding panel.

  1. Align the side of the template flush with the outer edge of the front fender moulding panel, using a ruler to aid precision.
  2. Align the top of the template along the top inner radius of the front fender moulding panel.
  3. Fold the template around the lower portion of the front fender moulding panel, as shown in the illustration.
  4. When in position fasten the template securely using suitable tape.
6
CAUTION
  • Incorrect marking will result in holes drilled in the wrong locations.

Mark-up drilling positions onto the front fender moulding panel.

  1. Use a sharp pick to mark drilling positions onto the front fender moulding panel.
  2. Remove template before drilling.
7

Drill holes exactly at the marked positions.

  • Drill 3 holes using a 9mm drill bit.
8

Refining the front fender moulding panel.

  1. Use a suitable file to remove any remaining plastic debris, making sure edges around the hole and slot are clean.
  2. Clean the front fender moulding panel.
9
NOTE
  • Overtightening the fixing studs beyond the specified torque level may result in joint failure or stud breakage.

While still off the vehicle install the front mudflap (A) to the pre drilled front fender moulding panel.

  1. Install the side lower fixing first with fixing (E) with 2 washers (D). Torque: 2.5Nm
  2. Install the side upper fixing second with fixing (E) with 2 washers (D). Torque: 2.5Nm
  3. Apply a paint mark (white/yellow) on the stud, fixing and washer when the correct torque is reached.
10
CAUTION
  • The clips must be pushed in sufficiently so they are fully engaged. Do not use force on the cladding to engage the clips. Do not hit the side of the cladding to engage the clips.

Partially attach the front fender moulding panel, with the attached mudflap to the vehicle.

  1. Adjust the 2 bottom clips to the correct gap as illustrated before installation.
  2. Offer up the front fender moulding panel with mud flap to the vehicle and carefully push the front fender moulding panel into the vehicle engaging the 2 lower clips.
11

Verifying alignment.

  • Inspect the alignment at the indicated locations. The fender moulding panel must be correctly aligned to the surrounding bodywork.
  • There must be no more than a 1mm gap between the front mudflap and the front fender moulding panel.
  • If necessary, use a suitable tape to achieve a tight finish before marking.
12
CAUTION
  • Make marking precisely in the center of the mudflap fixing hole.

Mark the drill location.

  • Use a sharp pick to mark position on the sill, as illustrated.
13

Removing the front fender moulding panel with mudflap.

  1. Pull the front fender moulding panel away from the vehicle, releasing it from 2 clips.
  2. Remove any remaining clips from the vehicle body if left behind and install it back to the front fender moulding panel.
14

Drill hole exactly at the marked position.

  1. Drill hole using a 10mm drill bit.
  2. Use a suitable file to remove any remaining plastic debris, making sure edges around the hole is clean.
15
CAUTION
  • Clips must be pushed in sufficiently so they are fully engaged. Do not use force on the cladding to engage the clips. Do not hit the side of the cladding to engage the clips.

Install the front fender moulding panel, with the front mudflap attached, to the vehicle.

  1. Adjust the 2 bottom clips to the correct gap as illustrated before installation.
  2. Install 2 upper clips (I).
  3. Offer up the front fender moulding panel with mudflap to the vehicle and carefully push the front fender moulding panel into the vehicle engaging the 4 clips.
  4. The fender moulding panel must be correctly aligned to the surrounding bodywork.
16

Verifying alignment.

  1. Inspect the alignment at the indicated locations.
  2. There must be no more than a 1mm gap between the front mudflap and the front fender moulding panel.
17

Install bracket (C).

  1. The lip of the bracket must be facing towards the front of the vehicle.
  2. Position the bracket between the rocker panel and the sill bracket.
  3. Align the end hole of the bracket with the recently drilled hole.
18

Verifying bracket alignment.

  • Verify that it is aligned with the vehicle's original bracket above, as shown in the illustration.
  • Double-check that this alignment remains correct throughout the installation process.
19
NOTE
  • This step only applies to 'Classic Rear Mudflaps'.
  • The rear classic mudflap can be flexed back considerably to allow access for pre-assembling fixings.

Prepare classic rear mudflap.

  1. To avoid scratching the mudflaps, masking tape must be applied below the arrowed holes.
  2. Pre-assemble fixings (F) and stepped washers (G).
20
CAUTION
  • The front mudflaps must not distort as you tighten the fixings.
NOTE
  • If installing the classic mudflaps then fixings (F) and (G) will already be pre-installed in 'Step 19'.

Install the front lower mudflap fixings in the order as specified.

  1. Using fixing (F) with stepped washer (G), insert it from the bottom of the mudflap (marked (1) on the graphic) up into the bracket, and fasten with fixing (E) with washer (H). Torque: 2.5Nm
  2. Using fixing (F) with stepped washer (G), insert it from the bottom of the mudflap (marked (2) on the graphic) up into the bracket, and fasten with fixing (E) with washer (H). Torque: 2.5Nm
  3. Remove any masking tape if used.
21
NOTE
  • Retaining clips must be correctly installed.
  • The new bracket fixing may interfere with the wheel arch liner. Adjustments to the wheel arch will be necessary to making sure it sits in its original position.

Install rear wheel arch liner.

  1. Move the front wheel arch liner back into position.
  2. Install 4 original clips.
22

Positioning of metal bracket inspection.

  1. The metal bracket must be accurately positioned, hidden from view.
  2. The metal bracket must not protrude beyond the front wheel arch liner.
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Final inspection.

  1. Lower the vehicle on the ramp.
  2. Inspect that the front mudflaps are properly installed and aligned before customer handover.
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