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LAND ROVER ACCESSORY FITTING INSTRUCTIONS

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LAND ROVER

DEFENDER

TOWING SYSTEMS - 90 / 110

VPLET0336 / VPLET0337 / VPLET0272 / VPLET0273 / VPLET0274 / VPLET0275 / VPLET0276 / LR007225 / VPLKT0318 / LR171050 / LR171051 / LR146872 / LR081321 / LR131553 / LR131554 / LR131555 / LR131556 / LR140125 / LR135963 / LR153311 / LR156942 / LR153310 / LR156941 / VPLEY0116 / VPLEY0117 / LR140124 / LR135961 / VPLEY0115 / VPLEY0118 / LR171044 / LR171046 / VPLET0339 / VPLET0519 / FN106046

FITTING INSTRUCTION

WARNING
  • Accessories which are not correctly installed can be dangerous. Read the instructions carefully prior to ordering and installation to make sure this accessory is applicable to your variant of vehicle. Comply with instructions at all times. If in doubt, contact your nearest approved retailer.
Accessories Part Number
Electrically Deployable Towbar (Coil Suspension) VPLET0337
Electrically Deployable Towbar (Air Suspension) VPLET0336
Detachable Towbar VPLET0272
NAS Towbar VPLET0273
Australian Towbar VPLET0274
Multi-height Drop Plate Towbar (Coil Suspension) VPLET0275
Multi-height Drop Plate Towbar (Air Suspension) VPLET0276

Electrically Deployable Towbar (Bill of Materials)

WARNING
  • Inspect the Owner's handbook for model specific trailer mass and nose load limits.
CAUTION
  • Under no circumstances is the motor to be removed from the towbar armature when being replaced. The complete armature assembly needs to be returned otherwise any claim will be rejected.
NOTE
  • Towing eye cover (A) needs ordering in your correct bumper color and may require painting before installation. See table below for details.
  • For motor vehicle data see sheet at the end of these instructions.
Bill of Materials Part Number
(A) Towing Eye Cover - Ceres Silver / Silicon Silver / Narvik Black (Comes primed and requires painting) LR135963
(A) Towing eye Cover - Shadow Atlas (Does not require painting) LR153311
(A) Towing Eye Cover - Starlight Satin Chrome (Does not require painting) LR140125
(A) Towing Eye Cover - Nobel Chrome (Does not require painting) LR156942
(A) Towing Eye Cover - Moonlight Satin - Defender OCTA only (Does not require painting) 540123487
(B) Electrically Deployable Towbar VPLET0336 (Air) / VPLET0337 (Coil)
(C) Towbar Fixing - x2 VPLET0336 (Air) / VPLET0337 (Coil)
(D) Module Holder VPLET0339
(E) Towbar Control Module (TBM) VPLKT0318
(F) Nut FN106046
(G) Electrically Deployable Towbar Harness - Defender 90 LR171050
(G) Electrically Deployable Towbar Harness - Defender 110 (Does not matter what part number you order) LR171051 / LR174546
(H) Switch LR081321
(J) Single Switch Bezel LR131553 (Lunar) / LR131554 (Ebony)
(J) Double Switch Bezel LR131555 (Lunar) / LR131556 (Ebony)
(K) Tie Straps - x8 LR007225
(L) Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) Clip LR146872

Detachable Towbar (Bill of Materials)

WARNING
  • Inspect the Owner's handbook for model specific trailer mass and nose load limits.
NOTE
  • Towing eye cover (A) needs ordering in your correct bumper color and may require painting before installation. See table below for details.
  • For motor vehicle data see sheet at the end of these instructions.
Bill of Materials Part Number
(A) Towing Eye Cover - Ceres Silver / Silicon Silver / Narvik Black (Comes primed and requires painting) LR135963
(A) Towing Eye Cover - Shadow Atlas (Does not require painting) LR153311
(A) Towing Eye Cover - Starlight Satin Chrome (Does not require painting) LR140125
(A) Towing Eye Cover - Nobel Chrome (Does not require painting) LR156942
(A) Towing Eye Cover - Moonlight Satin - Defender OCTA only (Does not require painting) 540123487
(B) Detachable Towbar VPLET0272
(C) Towbar Fixing - x2 VPLET0272
(D) Module Holder VPLET0339
(E) Trailer Module (TRM) VPLYT0295
(F) Nut FN106046
(G) Detachable Towbar Harness - Defender 90 LR171044
(G) Detachable Towbar Harness - Defender 110 (Does not matter what part number you order) LR171046 / LR177600
Detachable Towing Swan Neck (Air Suspension) LR130315
Detachable Towing Swan Neck (Coil Suspension) LR130317

NAS Towbar (Bill of Materials)

WARNING
  • Inspect the Owner's handbook for model specific trailer mass and nose load limits.
NOTE
  • Towing eye cover (A) needs ordering in your correct bumper color and may require painting before installation. See table below for details.
  • For motor vehicle data see sheet at the end of these instructions.
Bill of Materials Part Number
(A) Towing Eye Cover - Ceres Silver / Silicon Silver / Narvik Black (Comes primed and requires painting) LR135961
(A) Towing Eye Cover - Shadow Atlas (Does not require painting) LR153310
(A) Towing Eye Cover - Starlight Satin Chrome (Does not require painting) LR140124
(A) Towing Eye Cover - Nobel Chrome (Does not require painting) LR156941
(A) Towing Eye Cover - Moonlight Satin - Defender OCTA only (Does not require painting) 540123486
(B) NAS Towbar VPLET0273
(C) Towbar Fixing - x2 VPLET0273
(D) Module Holder VPLET0339
(E) TRM VPLYT0295
(F) Nut FN106046
(G) NAS Towbar Harness - Defender 90 LR171044
(G) NAS Towbar Harness - Defender 110 (Does not matter what part number you order) LR171046 / LR177600
NAS Towbar Hitch (Air Suspension) VPLEY0116
NAS Towbar Hitch (Coil Suspension) VPLEY0117

Australian Towbar (Bill of Materials)

WARNING
  • Inspect the Owner's handbook for model specific trailer mass and nose load limits.
NOTE
  • Towing eye cover (A) needs ordering in your correct bumper color and may require painting before installation. See table below for details.
  • For motor vehicle data see sheet at the end of these instructions.
Bill of Materials Part Number
(A) Towing Eye Cover - Ceres Silver / Silicon Silver / Narvik Black (Comes primed and requires painting) LR135961
(A) Towing Eye Cover - Shadow Atlas (Does not require painting) LR153310
(A) Towing Eye Cover - Starlight Satin Chrome (Does not require painting) LR140124
(A) Towing Eye Cover - Nobel Chrome (Does not require painting) LR156941
(A) Towing Eye Cover - Moonlight Satin - Defender OCTA only (Does not require painting) 540123486
(B) Australian Towbar Deployable Towbar VPLET0274
(C) Towbar Fixing - x2 VPLET0274
(D) Module Holder VPLET0339
(E) TRM VPLYT0295
(F) Nut FN106046
(G) Australian Towbar Harness - Defender 90 LR171044
(G) Australian Towbar Harness - Defender 110 (Does not matter what part number you order) LR171046 / LR177600
Australian Towbar Hitch (Air Suspension) VPLEY0115
Australian Towbar Hitch (Coil Suspension) VPLEY0118

Multiheight Drop Plate Towbar (Bill of Materials)

WARNING
  • Inspect the Owner's handbook for model specific trailer mass and nose load limits.
NOTE
  • Towing eye cover (A) needs ordering in your correct bumper color and may require painting before installation. See table below for details.
  • For motor vehicle data see sheet at the end of these instructions.
Bill of Materials Part Number
(A) Towing Eye Cover - Ceres Silver / Silicon Silver / Narvik Black (Comes primed and requires painting) LR135961
(A) Towing Eye Cover - Shadow Atlas (Does not require painting) LR153310
(A) Towing Eye Cover - Starlight Satin Chrome (Does not require painting) LR140124
(A) Towing Eye Cover - Nobel Chrome (Does not require painting) LR156941
(A) Towing Eye Cover - Moonlight Satin - Defender OCTA only (Does not require painting) 540123486
(B) Multiheight Drop Plate Towbar VPLET0274
(C) Towbar Fixing - x2 VPLET0274
(D) Module Holder VPLET0339
(E) TRM VPLYT0295
(F) Nut FN106046
(G) Multiheight Towbar Harness - Defender 90 LR171044
(G) Multiheight Towbar Harness - Defender 110 (Does not matter what part number you order) LR171046 / LR177600
(H) Drop Plate VPLET0274
(J) M16 Screw - x4 VPLET0274
(K) M16 Nut - x6 VPLET0274
(L) Tow Ball VPLET0274
(M) M16 Bolt - x2 VPLET0274
(N) Plate VPLET0274
(P) M6 Bolt - x2 VPLET0274
(R) M6 Nut - x2 VPLET0274
(S) Spacer - x2 VPLET0274

Additional part required 'ONLY' if the 'Deployable Side Steps' are already installed to your vehicle.

Bill of Materials Part Number
(I) Deployable Side Step Bracket VPLEP0519
Fitting Instruction
NOTE
  • The following steps apply to all Defender 90 and 110 model variants unless stated. Some illustrations will look different depending on vehicle variant, but the essential information is correct.
1

Fold down second row and third row seats (if applicable). Refer to Owner's Handbook.

2

Disconnect the 12V battery. For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. 12V System Disconnect and Connect (414-00 Battery and Charging System - General Information)

3

Remove the loadspace cover.

4

Remove x2 fixings and pull loadspace treadplate away from its x4 clips underneath to remove the treadplate.

5

Remove the tool tray. If you can't remove this because it is pinned down by the edges of the side loadspace trim panels then proceed to next step.

6
NOTE
  • This step is 'NOT' required if you have already removed the tool tray and you are only installing non-deployable towbars. Then jump to step 8.
  • This process covers both 5 and 7 seat vehicle variants.
  • If your variant of vehicle has the tool tray pinned down by the edges of the side loadspace trim panels, and/or if you are installing the Deployable Towbars (VPLET0336 or VPLET0337). Then proceed with the step.
  • If you are doing this step for the purpose of removing the tool tray then repeat steps on both sides of the vehicle. If you are doing this step for the sole purpose of just installing the Deployable Towbar (VPLET0336 or VPLET0337), then this will only need to be completed on the left side of the vehicle.

Remove certain side loadspace trim to remove tool tray or to aid in the installation of the Deployable Towbar.

  1. Remove loadspace lower side trim by removing x2 D-loops and x2 clips.
  2. Remove tailgate latch cover then remove x2 fixings underneath cover.
  3. Remove x2 fixings to remove the tailgate sticker.
  4. Deploy the coat hanger to reveal fixing. Then remove fixing.
7
NOTE
  • This step applies 'ONLY' if you are installing the electrically deployable towbar and the part arrowed on the illustration below is showing a blank area with no switches installed. If any switches are already installed in this area proceed to next step.
  • This process covers both 5 and 7 seat vehicle variants.

Remove the remaining left side loadspace trim panel fixings and completely remove.

  • Defender 110 - 5 Seats. For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Left Loadspace Trim Panel - [+] 110, Vehicles Without: Third Row Seat (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation)
  • Defender 110 - 7 Seats. For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Left Loadspace Trim Panel - [+] 110, Third Row Seats (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation)
  • Defender 110 - PHEV. For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Left Loadspace Trim Panel - Vehicles With: PHEV (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation)
  • Defender 90. For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Left Loadspace Trim Panel - [+] 90 (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation)
8
NOTE
  • This step applies 'ONLY' if your vehicle is a Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle (MHEV) .

Remove the section of air ducting as illustrated to allow access for when you install the towing harness.

9
NOTE
  • This step 'ONLY' applies to vehicles installed with rear antenna module.

Remove x2 fixings to move aside antenna module to gain access to the back panel studs behind.

10

Raise vehicle on ramp.

11
NOTE
  • This step requires the aid of another technician.

Remove the rear bumper.

  • For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Rear Bumper - [+] Core Vehicle (501-19 Bumpers)
  • For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Rear Bumper - [+] SV Vehicle (501-19)
12

Remove and retain x3 trim fixings to remove the rear bumper lower cover from the rear bumper.

13

Lower vehicle on ramp to gain access to the loadspace.

14

Deployable Side Steps

  1. If your vehicle already comes equipped with 'Deployable Side Steps' proceed to steps 15 to 20 then jump to step 22.
  2. If your vehicle does 'NOT' have 'Deployable Side Steps' then proceed to step 21.
15

Disconnect (where arrowed) and discard deployable side step link lead.

16

Disconnect deployable side step harness from Running Board Control Module (RBM) .

17

Remove x2 fixing and remove the RBM.

18
NOTE
  • Electrically Deployable module shown. NON - electrically deployable module differ in appearance but the essential information is always correct.

Slide TBM (E) into deployable side step bracket (I). Make sure the holes are aligned as illustrated.

19
NOTE
  • Electrically Deployable module shown. NON - electrically deployable module differ in appearance but the essential information is always correct.

Install TBM(E) with deployable side step bracket (I) to the bracket studs and secure with the x2 fixings removed in step 17.

  • Torque: 5Nm
20

Install RBM on top of the TBM to the deployable side step bracket (I) studs with x2 fixings (F).

  • Torque: 5Nm
21

Install module bracket (D) to vehicle floor studs with x2 fixings (F).

  • Torque: 10Nm
22
NOTE
  • Electrically Deployable module shown. NON - Electrically Deployable module differ in appearance but the essential information is always correct.

Install TBM(E) to the bracket studs and secure with the x2 fixings (F).

  • Torque: 5Nm
23

Remove top stud fixing.

24

Remove rubber grommet and cable tie clip.

25
NOTE
  • Electrically Deployable Towbar harness shown. NON - electrically deployable towbar harness is similar but does not have connections (GK, GJ and GI).

Familiarize yourself with the harness.

  • Connector (GE) is only used to connect to the RBM when deployable side steps are present. If your vehicle does not have deployable side steps then tape this connecter to the main harness to keep it out of the way.
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NOTE
  • Electrically Deployable Towbar harness shown. NON - Electrically Deployable Towbar harness differ in appearance but the essential information is always correct.

Feed the electrical harness (G) through the back panel as illustrated and secure harness where arrowed.

  1. Connect connector (GC) to the main body harness.
  2. Connect ground connection (GD) to the top stud, using the fixing removed in step 23.
  3. Torque: 10Nm
27
NOTE
  • This step 'ONLY' applies to vehicles installed with rear antenna module.

Install the antenna module back to its original position with x2 fixings.

  • Torque: 10Nm
28
NOTE
  • This step applies 'ONLY' to the installation of the 'Electrically Deployable Towbar' module.
  • If deployable side steps RBM is installed the TBM will be located under the RBM.

Connect connectors (GA), (GJ) and (GB) to the TBM(E).

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NOTE
  • This step applies 'ONLY' to the installation of the NAS / Austrailian / Detachable or Multi-height towbar modules.
  • If deployable side steps RBM is installed the TRM will be located under the RBM.

Connect connectors (GA) and (GB) to the TRM(E).

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NOTE
  • This step applies 'ONLY' if you have 'Deployable Side Steps' installed.

Reconnecting the RBM.

  1. Connect the deployable side step harness back to the RBM (where arrowed), and then secure with cable tie (K).
  2. Connect towbar harness connector (GE) to RBM.
31
NOTE
  • This step applies 'ONLY' if your vehicle is a MHEV.

Install the section of air ducting as illustrated if it was removed earlier.

32
CAUTION
  • Avoid trapping the harness and route the harness away from any sharp objects.
NOTE
  • Complete step applies 'ONLY' to Electrically Deployable Towbar to NON-PHEV or NON-MHEV vehicles.

Move the loadspace side trim aside to allow access. Route the electrical harness (G) as illustrated, and secure the electrical harness to the vehicle body with the clip (arrowed) and x2 cable ties (K). Then jump to step 35.

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CAUTION
  • Avoid trapping the harness and route the harness away from any sharp objects.
NOTE
  • Complete step applies 'ONLY' to Electrically Deployable Towbar to Defender 110 MHEV vehicles.

Move the loadspace side trim aside to allow access. Route the electrical harness (G) as illustrated, and secure the electrical harness to the vehicle body with the clip (arrowed) and x3 cable ties (K). Then jump to step 35.

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CAUTION
  • Avoid trapping the harness and route the harness away from any sharp objects.
NOTE
  • Complete step applies 'ONLY' to Electrically Deployable Towbar to PHEV vehicles.

Move the loadspace side trim aside to allow access. Route the electrical harness (G) as illustrated, and secure the electrical harness to the vehicle body with the clip (arrowed) and x3 clips (L).

35
NOTE
  • This step applies 'ONLY' to Electrically Deployable Towbar.

Connect the switch (H) to the connector (CK).

36

Raise vehicle on ramp.

37
WARNING
  • Care must be taken when working near the exhaust system as it can be very hot. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.
CAUTION
  • The exhaust system must be supported. Failure to follow this instruction may damage the component.
  • When vehicle is being rased on ramp, there is a risk of damage to vehicle if the exhaust or Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank are not supported correctly when partly removed for access.

Remove the rear exhaust.

  1. 2.0L Petrol - For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Rear Silencer (309-00B)
  2. 2.0L Diesel without DEF - For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Rear Silencer - RBoM - Without Diesel Exhaust Fluid (309-00E)
  3. 2.0L Diesel with DEF - For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Rear Silencer - RBoM - With Diesel Exhaust Fluid (309-00E)
  4. 3.0L Petrol - For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Rear Silencer (309-00C)
  5. 3.0L Diesel without DEF - For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Rear Silencer - RBoM - Without Diesel Exhaust Fluid (309-00A)
  6. 3.0L Diesel with DEF - For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Rear Silencer - RBoM - With Diesel Exhaust Fluid (309-00A)
  7. 4.4L Petrol Defender OCTA - For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Exhaust System - [+] SV Vehicle (309-00F)
  8. 5.0L Petrol - For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Rear Silencer (309-00D)
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NOTE
  • For diesel vehicles 'ONLY' equipped with DEF Tank.

If relevant to your vehicle drain and remove the DEF tank

  1. 2.0L Diesel - For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank (303-08E)
  2. 3.0L Diesel - For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank (303-08A)
39
NOTE
  • This step contains some variation in the illustration depending on the vehicle specification, but the essential information is always correct.

Remove x4 or x6 fixings and remove exhaust heatshield depending on your vehicle specification to gain access to the rear bumper armature fixings.

40

Remove and retain the recovery plates (S1), (S2) and x8 fixings (S3).

41

Remove and retain x6 fixings (S4). There are x3 fixings on each side of the bumper armature.

42
NOTE
  • This step requires the aid of another technician.

Remove and retain x8 fixings (S5) and remove the rear bumper armature.

43
WARNING
  • This step requires the aid of another technician.
CAUTION
  • Take care to avoid damaging the towing harness connectors as the towbar is installed and position them so they are not trapped behind the towbar.
NOTE
  • Install, but do not fully tighten the bolts.

Install the towbar (B) to the vehicle and secure with x8 fixings (S5).

44
NOTE
  • Install, but do not fully tighten the bolts.

Complete on both sides of the vehicle, install x2 fixings (C) and x6 fixings (S4).

45

Tighten fixings.

  • (S5) Torque: 115Nm + 120º
  • (S4) Torque: 140Nm + 300º
  • (C) Torque: 115Nm + 120º
46

Install the recovery plates (S1) and (S2) to the towbar using x8 fixings (S3).

  • Torque: 170Nm
47
NOTE
  • This step applies 'ONLY' to Electrically Deployable Towbar - (VPLET0336 / VPLET0337).

Connect connector (GI) to the 'Electrically Deployable Towbar' motor and secure the harness to the armature with the clip (arrowed).

48

Connect the connectors (GF) and (GH) to the towbar.

49
NOTE
  • This step contains some variation in the illustration depending on the vehicle specification, but the essential information is always correct.

Install x4 or x6 fixings and install the exhaust heatshield depending on your vehicle specification.

50
NOTE
  • For diesel vehicles 'ONLY' equipped with 'Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank'
  • Perform pull/push test to make sure robust connection has been made and that there are no leaks.
  • Make sure all diesel exhaust fluid tank harness connectors are correctly installed and audible click heard on installation. Perform pull/push test to make sure robust connection has been made. make sure all harness clips are reinstalled in their original locations on the diesel fluid tank and the vehicle body.
  • Make sure the diesel exhaust fluid injector pipe clips to the body are correctly reinstalled and secure. Make sure that the pipe is not damaged and does not have any leaks from connections.
  • Fill the diesel exhaust fluid tank with any fluid that was removed during removal.

Install the DEF tank.

  1. 2.0L Diesel - For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank (303-08E)
  2. 3.0L Diesel - For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank (303-08A)
51
NOTE
  • This step contains some variation in the illustration depending on the vehicle specification, but the essential information is always correct.

Install rear exhaust.

  1. 2.0L Petrol - For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Rear Silencer (309-00B)
  2. 2.0L Diesel without DEF - For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Rear Silencer - RBoM - Without Diesel Exhaust Fluid (309-00E)
  3. 2.0L Diesel with DEF - For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Rear Silencer - RBoM - With Diesel Exhaust Fluid (309-00E)
  4. 3.0L Petrol - For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Rear Silencer (309-00C)
  5. 3.0L Diesel without DEF - For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Rear Silencer - RBoM - Without Diesel Exhaust Fluid (309-00A)
  6. 3.0L Diesel with DEF - For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Rear Silencer - RBoM - With Diesel Exhaust Fluid (309-00A)
  7. 4.4L Petrol Defender OCTA - For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Exhaust System - [+] SV Vehicle (309-00F)
  8. 5.0L Petrol - For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Rear Silencer (309-00D)
52
NOTE
  • Before installation of towing eye cover (A) see 'Bill of Materials' to see if your towing eye requires painting.

Install the towing eye cover (A) to the bumper with the x3 original fixings.

53
NOTE
  • This step requires the aid of another technician.

Install the rear bumper.

  • For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Rear Bumper - [+] Core Vehicle (501-19 Bumpers)
  • For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. Rear Bumper - [+] SV Vehicle (501-19)
54

Lower vehicle on ramp.

55
WARNING
  • Make sure to wear suitable personal protective equipment.
NOTE
  • This step applies 'ONLY' to aid the installation of the electrically deployable towbar switch (H) and panel (J). If there is already a cut out for the switch proceed to next step.

Remove the loadspace trim panel and cut a hole in the loadspace trim for the electrically deployable towbar switch (H).

  1. Identify the correct cut guide lines on the reverse of the loadspace trim panel.
  2. Use suitable tooling to cut the identified sections from the loadspace trim panel. Discard the removed sections.
56
NOTE
  • This step applies 'ONLY' to the installation of the electrically deployable towbar.

Offer up the loadspace left trim panel back to the original position if it was completely removed in step 7 and connect all connecters and fixings that were removed in step 7. Then install the switch panel (J) to the electrically deployable towbar switch (H), then Install the switch panel (J) to the loadspace left trim panel.

57
NOTE
  • This step is 'ONLY' required if you did step 6.

Install tool tray and then install remaining side loadspace trims.

  1. Install loadspace lower side trim by installing x2 D-loops and x2 clips. Torque:24Nm
  2. Install x2 fixings to the tailgate latch guide then install tailgate latch cover. Torque:24Nm
  3. Install x2 fixings to install the tailgate sticker. Torque:24Nm
  4. Install the fixing back to behind the coat hanger. Torque:4.1Nm
58

Clip loadspace treadplate back into position and install x2 fixings.

  • Torque: 4.1Nm
59

Install the loadspace cover.

60

Connect the 12V battery. For additional information, please refer to the official Workshop Manual. 12V System Disconnect and Connect (414-00 Battery and Charging System - General Information)

61
NOTE
  • Make sure action 1 is successfully completed before proceeding to action 2.

Use the JLR approved diagnostic equipment to navigate to 'Diagnostics' section and follow the steps below.

  1. Within Vehicle Applications – Click ‘RUN’ for ‘Add/Remove Electronically Deployable Towbar’, then select ADD.
  2. Within Module Programing – Click ‘RUN’ for ‘TBM - Software - Replace Module’.
    3. To enable the changes on the vehicle
    Ignition off
    Close all doors
    Lock the vehicle
    Wait 5 minutes
    To confirm changes
    Unlock the vehicle
    Reset Infotainment Screen (Refer to 'Touchscreen' settings in Owners handbook for detailed procedure.)
    Confirm ‘Tow bar' tile is present on the Touchscreen.
62
NOTE
  • This step applies 'ONLY' to electrically deployable towbar.

Inspect the operation of the electrically deployable towbar using the electrically deployable towbar switch in the vehicle loadspace and front console.

63
NOTE
  • This step applies 'ONLY' to Detachable Towbar - (VPLET0272).

Before installing the detachable towing swan neck (LR130315 or LR130317) remove the x2 protective covers (arrowed). For the removal of the protective cap on the hitch follow these steps.

  1. Insert the key and turn clockwise to unlock the handwheel.
  2. Pull the handwheel away from the towball. Simultaneously turn the handwheel approximately half a turn counter-clockwise. The red lug on the handwheel should enter the green indicator scale.
  3. Then remove the protective cap and store in secure location.
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WARNING
  • Extreme care must be taken when maneuvering the towball / towbar hitch. Use two hands to safely maneuver into place and make sure that no body part is below the towball / towbar hitch during installation or removal. Failure to safely install the towball could result in serious injury or death.

For installation of towball / towbar hitch.

  • For installation of detachable towing swan neck refer to your vehicles Owner's Handbook.
  • For installation of the NAS towbar hitch to the NAS Towbar, refer to the Towbar Hitch - North American Market specific instruction (VPLEY0116 / VPLEY0117).
  • For installation of the AUS towbar hitch to the AUS Towbar, refer to the Towbar Hitch - Australian Market specific instruction (VPLEY0115 / VPLEY0118).
  • For installation of Multiheight towball see steps 65 to 69.
65
CAUTION
  • When installing the towball (L), always use fixings (M) and (K).
NOTE
  • Fixing plate (H) is only required if you are installing to the lowest position.

Install the towball. See steps 72-74 on correct position for upper, middle or lower positions.

66
NOTE
  • Do not use the fixing plate (H) for this position.

For using the towball in the top position. Position as shown (See step 65 (B) for installation).

  • Torque: 260Nm
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NOTE
  • Do not use the fixing plate (H) for this position.

For using the towball in the middle position. Position as shown (See step 65 (B) for installation).

  • Torque: 260Nm
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CAUTION
  • The torque applied to the fixings that secure the drop plate (H) to the towbar must be applied to the nuts (K) and not to the internal hex on the countersunk screws (J).

For using the towball in the lowest position. Position as shown (See step 65 (A) for installation).

  • Torque: 260Nm
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CAUTION
  • Make sure the exhaust system is supported at all times.
NOTE
  • Complete step if the multiheight drop plate towbar has been installed to vehicles with an exhaust heatshield that is located close to the towbar.
  • Illustrations show attachment to sided rear silencer heatshield. Process is same for full transverse rear silencer heatshield where x2 fixings (P), (R) and (S) will need to be installed.
  • Illustration is from underside of the vehicle.

If the vehicle has an exhaust heatshield that is located close to the multiheight drop plate towbar then attach the arrowed towbar brackets to the heatshield to stop rattle noise.

  1. Use the holes in the brackets as a guide to mark 1 or 2 points, as required, on the heatshield.
  2. Drill 1 or 2 holes in the heatshield as required. Use a 7 mm drill bit.
  3. Install 1 or 2 M6 bolts (P), nuts (R) and washers (S) as required.
  4. Torque: 10Nm
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WARNING
  • Make sure the relevant safety warnings and cautions have been read and understood before towing a trailer.

Inspect the operation of the trailer lamps and the vehicle lamps. Both trailer and vehicle lights must be synchronized.

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After the towball or towbar hitch has been removed it should be stored in a safe location.

  • The detachable towball should be removed if it is not required for immediate use. It can be stored on the loadspace tool tray in certain variants of the vehicle. If this is not the case then the detachable towball must be strapped to a secure point in the vehicle.
  • The NAS or AUS towbar hitch is supplied in a hard plastic case that can be stored in the loadspace.
  • Install the protective covers back to the towbars after the towball or towbar hitch has been removed.
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WARNING

Motor Vehicle Data Sheets.

Motor vehicle data, Deployable Towbar Specifications
Type Coil: 6354, Air: 5802
D-value Coil / Air: 16.9 kN
Vertical coupling load Coil / Air: 350kg
Coupling class Coil / Air: A50-X
Manufacturer Brink Towing Systems B.V.
Model application Defender
EC-type approval number towbar: Coil E11*55R01/08*11284*02
EC-type approval number towbar: Air E11*55R01/08*11283*03
Maximum trailer weight 3500kg
Motor vehicle data, Detachable Towbar Specifications
Type 323-162
D-value 16.6 kN
Vertical coupling load 200kg
Coupling class A50-X
Manufacturer Westfalia-Automotive GmbH
Model application Defender
EC-type approval number towbar E13*55R01/07*4605*00
Maximum trailer weight 3500kg
Motor vehicle data, NAS Towbar Specifications
Type 323-162
D-value 16.6 kN
Vertical coupling load 200kg
Coupling class A50-X
Manufacturer Westfalia-Automotive GmbH
Model application Defender
EC-type approval number towbar E13*55R01/07*4605*00
Maximum trailer weight 3500kg
Motor vehicle data, Australian Towbar Specifications
Type N/A
Vertical coupling load 350kg
Coupling class N/A
Manufacturer Westfalia-Automotive GmbH
Model application Defender
EC-type approval number towbar N/A
Maximum trailer weight 3500kg
Motor vehicle data, Multi-Height Towbar Specifications
Type 323-167
D-value 16.8 kN
Vertical coupling load 350kg
Coupling class A50-X
Manufacturer Westfalia-Automotive GmbH
Model application Defender
EC-type approval number towbar: Coil E13*55R01/07*4606*00
EC-type approval number towbar: Air E13*55R01/07*4607*00
Maximum trailer weight 3500kg
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