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LAND ROVER ACCESSORY FITTING INSTRUCTIONS

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LAND ROVER

DEFENDER

DEPLOYABLE ROOF LADDER

VPLER0172 / VPLER0189 / VPLER0196 / VPLER0205 / VPLLE0152

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
  • Older and newer edition part numbers may be present for the same kit. Latest edition is recommended, but all are acceptable to order and install, depending on stock levels.
Kits Required Edition 1 Part Number Edition 2 Part Number Edition 3 Part Number Edition 4 Part Number Edition 5 Part Number
Deployable Roof Ladder - Defender 90/110 VPLER0172 VPLER0189 VPLER0196 VPLER0205 VPLLE0152
Black Deployable Roof Ladder - Defender 110 OCTA VPLER0205 VPLLE0152
Deployable Roof Ladder - Defender 130 VPLER0196 VPLER0205 VPLLE0152

Deployable Roof Ladder (Bill of Materials)

NOTE
  • The table below is a breakdown of the accessory kit contents. They include individual parts, quantities and if required replacement service part numbers for specific parts.
  • If damaged or lost, items (J) and (K) can be ordered separately. See table below for replacement service part numbers.
Bill Of Materials Quantity Replacement Service Part Number
(A) Deployable Roof Ladder 1
(B) Roof Brackets 2
(C) M6 Spacer 2
(D) M10 Spacer 2
(E) Sleeve 2
(F) Fixing - M6x16 2
(G) M10 Large Washer 4
(H) Fixing - M10x55 2
(J) Trim Cover 1 LR175049 or LR166274
(K) Keys 2 LR166275
(L) M10 Small Washer 2
(M) Metal Clip 3

Warnings / Cautions / Notes / Tooling and Equipment

WARNING
  • Exercise increased caution when using the 'Deployable Roof Ladder' in wet or icy conditions.
  • Exercise caution when stowing or deploying the 'Deployable Roof Ladder' to prevent finger entrapment. It is recommended to hold the middle step for added stability when latching or deploying the ladder.
  • The maximum load for the 'Deployable Roof Ladder' is 150 kg (330 lbs). Do not exceed this limit.
  • Any fixings already installed on the 'Deployable Roof Ladder' must not be loosened prior to installation.
  • The 'Deployable Roof Ladder' must be securely latched and locked before driving the vehicle.
  • Always wear appropriate personal protective equipment when drilling parts.
CAUTION
  • The vehicle must be equipped with roof rails prior to installing the 'Deployable Roof Ladder'.
  • When installing both the 'Deployable Roof Ladder' and the 'Expedition Roof Rack', the 'Expedition Roof Rack' rear clamp plate must be installed first, followed by the 'Deployable Roof Ladder'.
  • Follow the correct stowing sequence to prevent damage to the 'Deployable Roof Ladder'.
  • The 'Deployable Roof Ladder' is not intended to be removed when installed.
NOTE
  • The 'Deployable Roof Ladder' can be installed on either side of the vehicle. However, it must be installed on the left side only if the 'Exterior Side Mounted Gear Carrier' is also being installed.
  • Keep keys in a safe location. This key is required to operate the 'Deployable Roof Ladder'.
  • To order replacement keys, contact your local retailer and request part number LR166275.
  • These instructions illustrate the Defender 110/130 installation process unless otherwise noted. Defender 90 installations are similar.
Tooling and Equipment
Torque Wrench
Socket Set
Torx Set
Drill and drill set
Trim Removal Tool
Oscillator Cutting Tool
Masking Tape
Ruler
Pen / Pencil
Personal Protective Equipment
Fitting Instruction
1
NOTE
  • This step applies only to Defender 90 vehicles.

Inspect which type of roof rail you have by comparing with the roof rail illustration above. 'Roof Rails' (VPLER0190) has an additional slot at the rear of the roof rail and is the roof rail to order if you have not yet ordered one.

  • 'Roof Rails' (VPLER0190) are applicable with multiple roof accessories and 'Deployable Roof Ladder' installed at the same time. If you plan to install other roof accessories in conjunction with the 'Deployable Roof Ladder', it is recommended that you order 'Roof Rails' (VPLER0190).
  • 'Roof Rails' (VPLER0176) are 'NOT' applicable with both 'Cross Bars' and 'Deployable Roof Ladder' installed at the same time.
2

Clean the surface of the side trim and surrounding area.

3

Mask the vehicle body and the glass above and below the side trim.

4
NOTE
  • All trim clips must be removed from the body if left behind and are undamaged and reattach to the side trim.

Using a suitable plastic trim tool, remove the side trim.

  • Defender 90 side trim has 9 clips.
  • Defender 110 side trim has 6 clips.
  • Defender 130 side trim has 8 clips.
5
NOTE
  • If installing the deployable roof ladder to the right side of the vehicle note that there are 3 sealing patches. Only the 2 furthest forward patches are removed.
  • Defender 110 and 130 are different lengths, but the sealing patch locations are the same.

Remove the 2 protection sealing patches that are located over the vehicle body fixing nuts as illustrated.

6

Marking guide lines.

  1. Vertically mark guide lines on the top masking tape from the center of the 2 vehicle body fixing nuts as illustrated.
  2. Measure and note the distance from the center of the 2 vehicle body fixing nuts to the bottom of the 2 marks made on the top masking tape.
7
CAUTION
  • The trim seal must be lipped under the glass.

Re-install the side trim.

  1. Clip the side trim back into position.
  2. Clips must be securely located in the vehicle body holes.
8

Mark the side trim.

  • Using the measurement required in 'Step 6', measure and mark 2 drill holes onto the side trim.
9
NOTE
  • All trim clips must be removed from the body if left behind and are undamaged and reattach to the side trim.

Using a suitable plastic trim tool, remove the side trim.

  • Defender 90 side trim has 9 clips.
  • Defender 110 side trim has 6 clips.
  • Defender 130 side trim has 8 clips.
10
NOTE
  • Defender 110 and 130 are different lengths, but the cutting locations are the same.

Use an appropriate tool to cut away the 2 arrowed webbing moulding strips on the reverse of the side trim.

  • Removing the webbing moulding strips will make drilling easier.
11
NOTE
  • Defender 110 and 130 are different lengths, but the drilling locations are the same.

Drilling side trim holes.

  1. Drill a small pilot hole at the 2 marked locations.
  2. Drill holes at the 2 locations using a 20mm drill bit.
12
CAUTION
  • The trim seal must be lipped under the glass.

Re-install the side trim.

  1. Clip the side trim back into position.
  2. Clips must be securely located in the vehicle body holes.
  3. Remove all masking tape.
13
NOTE
  • When installing both the 'Deployable Roof Ladder' and the 'Expedition Roof Rack', the 'Expedition Roof Rack' rear clamp plate must be installed first, followed by the 'Deployable Roof Ladder'.

Install brackets (B).

  1. Note orientation of the brackets and insert the brackets into the roof rail as illustrated. The roof rail has wider apertures that allow the brackets to be installed into the roof rail.
  2. Slide the brackets to the correct approximate position so they align with the holes in the side trim.
14
NOTE
  • The aid of another technician is required to complete this step.

Install the upper deployable roof ladder fixings.

  1. Take care that the ladder does not damage the vehicle trim. Install some protection to the ladder to make sure there is a gap between the ladder and the vehicle trim.
  2. Offer up the deployable roof ladder into position as illustrated, and align the fixing holes at the top of the deployable roof ladder with the 2 brackets (B) in the roof rails installed in the previous step.
  3. Install, but do not fully tighten fixings (F) and spacers (C) to the upper deployable roof ladder into the 2 brackets (B).
15

Install the lower deployable roof ladder fixings. Stage 1 of 2

  1. Hold the arrowed middle step of the deployable roof ladder and pull the release handle.
  2. Pull the deployable roof ladder down and outwards until the brackets lock and the ladder will not move further.
  3. Slide the deployable roof ladder along the roof rail, as required, so the 2 fixing holes in the middle section of the lower ladder align with the x2 holes in the side trim.
  4. For Defender 110/130 vehicles, make sure the arrowed edge of the ladder does not overlap the rubber seal along the edge of the second row door. There must be a gap between the ladder and the rubber seal. Adjust if required.
  5. The 2 holes in the side trim must be visible through the ladder.
  6. For Defender 110/130 vehicles, carefully open and close the second row door to inspect that the edge of the ladder does not interfere with the rubber seal along the edge of the second row door.
16
CAUTION
  • There must be a consistent gap between the deployable roof ladder and the vehicle body, to avoid damage.
NOTE
  • Notice that there are washers (L) and (G) between the rear of the ladder and sleeves (E).

Install the lower deployable roof ladder fixings. Stage 2 of 2

  1. Install the 2 sleeves (E) into the holes in the side trim.
  2. Install, but do not fully tighten fixings (H), washers (G), (L) and spacers (D) through the lower deployable roof ladder into sleeves (E).
17

Centralizing slots.

  1. The slots on the vehicle's rail must be centered.
  2. This will prevent any clashes or interference with the clips during installation of the trim cover (J).
18

Incorrect positioning shown.

19

Fully tighten fixings.

  • Fully tighten top fixings (F). Torque: 6Nm
  • Fully tighten lower fixings (H). Torque: 48Nm
20
CAUTION
  • Follow the correct stowing sequence to prevent damage to the ladder.

Remove the protection from around the ladder and stow the deployable roof ladder.

  1. Hold the arrowed middle step of the deployable roof ladder.
  2. Push the deployable roof ladder up and inwards. The arrowed brackets will release allowing the ladder to move.
  3. An audible click is heard when the deployable roof ladder is correctly stowed as illustrated.
  4. Use the supplied key (K) to lock the deployable roof ladder.
21
NOTE
  • This step applies only to Defender 90/110 vehicles with old ladder part numbers (VPLER0172 / VPLER0189 or VPLER0196) with new trim cover (J) part number (LR175049).

Inspect and modify the trim cover (J), if required.

  • If trim cover (LR175049) has been ordered you must cut the 3 tabs as illustrated for Defender 90/110 vehicles only if deployable roof ladder (VPLER0172 / VPLER0189 or VPLER0196) have been installed.
  • If trim cover (LR166274) has been ordered no cutting is necessary, as that will install to all deployable roof ladder variants.
22
NOTE
  • This step applies only to Defender 90/110 vehicles.

Clip and slot Identification.

  • Identify the correct clip and slot combination to your vehicle specification.
23
NOTE
  • This step applies only to Defender 130 vehicles.

Clip and slot Identification.

  • Identify the correct clip and slot combination to your vehicle specification.
24
CAUTION
  • Clips must be correctly and firmly seated onto the trim cover.

Install metal clips (M).

  1. Identify the correct number and location of metal clips (either 2 or 3) from the previous step.
  2. Mount them onto the trim cover (J).
25
NOTE
  • All top cap clips must be fully engaged into the ladder.

Install trim cover (J).

  • Install and clip into place the trim cover onto the top of the deployable roof ladder.
26
CAUTION
  • Follow the correct deployment sequence to prevent damage to the ladder.

How to deploy the roof ladder. Stage 1 of 2

  1. Hold the arrowed middle step of the deployable roof ladder.
  2. Pull the release handle.
  3. Pull the deployable roof ladder down and outwards until the arrowed brackets lock and the ladder will not move further.
27
CAUTION
  • Follow the correct deployment sequence to prevent damage to the ladder.

How to deploy the roof ladder. Stage 2 of 2

  1. Hold the arrowed top step and pull the deployable roof ladder outwards.
  2. Extend the deployable roof ladder to the full length.
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CAUTION
  • Follow the correct stowing sequence to prevent damage to the ladder.

How to stow the deployable roof ladder. Stage 1 of 2

  1. Hold the lowest step of the deployable roof ladder and fold the ladder upwards.
  2. The deployable roof ladder must be positioned as illustrated.
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WARNING
  • The deployable roof ladder must be securely latched and locked before driving the vehicle.
CAUTION
  • Follow the correct stowing sequence to prevent damage to the ladder.

How to stow the deployable roof ladder. Stage 2 of 2

  1. Hold the arrowed middle step of the deployable roof ladder.
  2. Push the deployable roof ladder up and inwards. The arrowed brackets will release allowing the ladder to move.
  3. An audible click is heard when the deployable roof ladder is correctly stowed as illustrated.
  4. Use the supplied key (K) to lock the deployable roof ladder.
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