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HOMESERVICE MANUALSLAND ROVER2009RANGE ROVER SPORT (LS) V8-4.4LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSALL TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSENGINE - ALUMINUM COMPONENT THREAD REPAIR
2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (LS) V8-4.4L
Engine - Aluminum Component Thread Repair
2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (LS) V8-4.4LSECTION Engine - Aluminum Component Thread Repair
No: LTB00183
Issue: 2
Date: 07 JAN 2009
ISSUE '2' CHANGES ARE HIGHLIGHTED IN GRAY.
SECTION: 303
Aluminum Engine Components Thread Repair

AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE
CONDITION SUMMARY:
Situation:
Where applicable, damaged threads of aluminum engine components may now be repaired in lieu of replacing the affected component by using a 'thread repair kit' such as Heli-Coil(R).
Action:
In the event it becomes necessary to repair damaged threads, follow the instructions provided with the thread repair kit.
PARTS:
Heli-Coil(R) Thread Repair Kit (or similar) Sourced Locally

WARRANTY
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Repair damaged threads by following the instructions supplied with the thread repair kit.
Issue: 2
Date: 07 JAN 2009
ISSUE '2' CHANGES ARE HIGHLIGHTED IN GRAY.
SECTION: 303
Aluminum Engine Components Thread Repair
AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE
CONDITION SUMMARY:
Situation:
Where applicable, damaged threads of aluminum engine components may now be repaired in lieu of replacing the affected component by using a 'thread repair kit' such as Heli-Coil(R).
Action:
In the event it becomes necessary to repair damaged threads, follow the instructions provided with the thread repair kit.
PARTS:
Heli-Coil(R) Thread Repair Kit (or similar) Sourced Locally
WARRANTY
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Repair damaged threads by following the instructions supplied with the thread repair kit.
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.