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LAND ROVER

DEFENDER

MUD FLAPS - REAR - 90 / 110

VPLEP0388 / VPLEP0390 / VPLLE0014

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.
  • You must follow all instructions. If in doubt, contact your nearest approved retailer.
NOTE
  • For optimal performance, use the recommended Edition 2 part numbers in the table below. However, if stock levels permit, you may also use the Edition 1 part numbers as a suitable alternative.
Accessory Kits Edition 1 Part Numbers Edition 2 Part Numbers
Rear Mud flaps - Standard - Defender 90/110 VPLEP0390 TBC
Rear Mud flaps - Classic - Defender 90/110 VPLEP0388 VPLLE0014

Rear Mud flaps - Edition 1 (Bill of Materials)

CAUTION
  • If you are using older edition 1 kits, they may come with older templates (B) that are no longer required. The best practice is to always go to 'STEP 6' and print out the current, correct templates.
Bill Of Materials Replacement Service Part Number
(A) Front Mud flaps (Standard or Classic) Available in complete kit only
(B) Templates See 'STEP 6'
(C) Large Washer - M6 Available in complete kit only
(D) Small Washer - M6 Available in complete kit only
(E) Fixing - M6 Available in complete kit only
(F) Fixing - M6x20 Available in complete kit only
(G) Stepped Washer - M6.5 Available in complete kit only

Rear Mud flaps - Edition 2 (Bill of Materials)

NOTE
  • There is no item (D) in this kit.
Bill Of Materials Replacement Service Part Number
(A) Front Mud flaps (Standard or Classic) Available in complete kit only
(B) Templates See 'STEP 6'
(C) Large Washer - M6 Available in complete kit only
(E) Fixing - M6 Available in complete kit only
(F) Fixing - M6x20 Available in complete kit only
(G) Stepped Washer - M6.5 Available in complete kit only

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 mud flaps 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 mud flaps (Standard mud flaps are only shown in the images, unless stated).
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
WARNING
  • The wheel and tire assembly will be heavy.
CAUTION
  • The locking wheel nuts can be removed and installed using the special adapter only, provided in the tool kit.
  • Using power tools may result in damage to the wheel nuts. Wheel nuts must be removed and installed using hand tools only.

Remove rear wheel.

  • Remove x5 wheel nuts.
  • Remove the wheel and tire.
3

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

  1. Remove x5 clips from the rear wheel arch liner.
  2. Move the liner aside to gain access behind.
4
NOTE
  • On vehicles equipped with a diesel exhaust fluid tank, only complete this step on the left side of the vehicle.

Move the bracket to allow the heat shield to be accessed.

  1. Remove the fixing.
  2. Move the bracket away to allow access to the heat shield.
5
NOTE
  • On vehicles equipped with a diesel exhaust fluid tank, only complete this step on the left side of the vehicle.

Move the heat shield upwards for access.

  1. Release the heat shield from underneath the bracket.
  2. Move aside the heat shield to allow access to the arrowed locations underneath.
6
CAUTION
  • If using an Edition 1 kit, be aware that it 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.

7
CAUTION
  • Incorrect template positioning will result in holes drilled in the wrong locations.
NOTE
  • Clean the areas of the rear bumper where the rear mud flaps will be installed to before applying the template.

Attach template (B) to the rear bumper. The template must be accurately alignment along the top and side edges of the rear bumper.

  1. Align the side of the template flush with the outer edge of the rear bumper, using a ruler to aid precision.
  2. Align the top of the template along the top inner radius of the rear bumper.
  3. When in position fasten the template securely using suitable tape.
8
CAUTION
  • Make marking precisely in the center of the mud flap fixing hole.

Mark the drill locations.

  1. Use a sharp pick to mark drilling positions onto the rear bumper.
  2. Remove template before drilling.
9

Drill holes exactly at the marked positions.

  1. Drill x2 holes using a 9mm drill bit.
  2. Use a suitable file to remove any remaining plastic debris, making sure edges around the holes are clean.
10
NOTE
  • This step ONLY applies to 'Standard Rear Mud Flaps'.

Offer up the rear mud flap (A) against the rear bumper.

  1. Insert the rear mud flap upper stud into the top hole.
  2. Flex the mud flap and insert the rear mud flap lower stud into the lower hole.
11
CAUTION
  • Make markings precisely in the center of the template hole positions.
NOTE
  • This step ONLY applies to 'Standard Rear Mud Flaps'.

Mark the drill locations.

  1. Mark as illustrated onto the underneath of the rear bumper.
  2. Remove rear mud flap.
12
NOTE
  • This step ONLY applies to 'Standard Rear Mud Flaps'.

Drill holes exactly at the marked positions.

  1. Drill the marked holes using a 10mm drill bit.
  2. Use a suitable file to remove any remaining plastic debris, making sure edges around the holes are clean.
13
NOTE
  • This step ONLY applies to 'Classic Rear Mud Flaps'.

Due to the design of the classic rear mud flaps it will be default to get an accurate mark for the center of the holes on the bottom fixings when offered up to the vehicle. So measurements will be required instead.

  1. Measurements are started from the inner radius of the rear bumper edge and not the outer edge.
  2. Measure and mark as illustrated onto the underneath of the rear bumper.
  3. Drill the marked holes using a 10mm drill bit.
  4. Use a suitable file to remove any remaining plastic debris, making sure edges around the holes are clean.
14
NOTE
  • This step ONLY applies to 'Classic Rear Mud Flaps'.
  • The rear classic mud flap can be flexed back considerably to allow access for pre-assembling fixings.

Prepare classic rear mud flap.

  1. To avoid scratching the mud flaps, masking tape must be applied below the arrowed holes.
  2. Pre-assemble fixings (F) and stepped washers (G).
15

Offer up the rear mud flap (A) against the rear bumper.

  1. Insert the rear mud flap upper stud into the top hole.
  2. Flex the mud flap and insert the rear mud flap lower stud into the lower hole.
16
NOTE
  • This step ONLY applies for 'Edition 1' kits.
  • Overtightening the fixing studs beyond the specified torque level may result in joint failure or stud breakage.

Install rear mud flap top fixings.

  1. Tighten x2 fixings (E) and x4 washers (D) to the mud flap studs. Torque: 2.5Nm
  2. Apply a paint mark (white/yellow) on the stud, fixing and washer when the correct torque is reached.
17
NOTE
  • This step ONLY applies for 'Edition 2' kits.
  • Overtightening the fixing studs beyond the specified torque level may result in joint failure or stud breakage.

Install rear mud flap top fixings.

  1. Tighten x2 fixings (E) and x4 washers (C) to the mud flap studs. Torque: 2.5Nm
  2. Apply a paint mark (white/yellow) on the stud, fixing and washer when the correct torque is reached.
18
NOTE
  • If installing the classic mud flap then fixings (F) and (G) will already be pre-installed in 'STEP 14'.

Install the rear mud flap as illustrated. Torque: 2.5Nm

  1. Install x2 washers (G) and x2 fixings (F).
  2. Install x2 washers (C) and x2 fixings (E).
  3. Remove any masking tape.
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Inspect the alignment at the arrowed locations.

  • There must be no more than a 1.5mm gap between the rear mud flap and the rear bumper.
20
NOTE
  • On vehicles equipped with a diesel exhaust fluid tank, only complete this step on the left side of the vehicle.

Move the heat shield back to the correct position.

21
NOTE
  • On vehicles equipped with a diesel exhaust fluid tank, only complete this step on the left side of the vehicle.

Install the bracket to fasten the heat shield to the bumper.

  1. Move the bracket to the correct position.
  2. Install the original fixing. Torque: 9Nm
22
NOTE
  • Retaining clips must be correctly installed.

Install rear wheel arch liner.

  1. Move the rear wheel arch liner back into position.
  2. Install x5 original clips.
23
WARNING
  • The wheel and tire assembly will be heavy.
  • Apply a small amount of grease to the bore and spigot areas of the wheel before installation. The grease must not come into contact with the vehicles braking components and the wheel stud threads. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

Install the rear wheel and tire. Install and tighten x5 fixings in the illustrated sequence in 3 tightening steps.

  • Stage 1: Torque 4Nm
  • Stage 2: Torque 70Nm
  • Stage 3: Torque 140Nm
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Final inspection.

  1. Lower the vehicle on the ramp.
  2. Inspect the installed rear mud flaps to make sure they are properly installed and aligned before customer handover.
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