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Do Timing Chains Need to be Replaced in My Land Rover?
Your Land Rover is a complex piece of kit under the bonnet. With a host of parts, all working together, it’s almost inevitable that one or two may occasionally need to be replaced or repaired. One question we are often asked at RCV is whether you need to replace the timing chain in your Land
Why is My ABS Warning Lamp Staying On?
Our Land Rovers are equipped with a host of safety features. Some are more recent, like the 3D surround camera, while others are well-known and established, like ABS. Occasionally, problems occur, and the technology that is there to help protect us falters. ABS, or Anti-Lock Braking System, to give it its full name, is one
What is Limp Mode and What Does it Mean for My Range Rover?
We all want our Range Rovers to run at their best for as long as possible but occasionally, a problem emerges. Sometimes, a quick investigation at home can lead to a rapid fix, other times, a trip to your local Range Rover specialists is the only way to get things back on track. One problem
How Can I Check the MOT History of My Land Rover?
If you are looking to buy a new Land Rover or have recently acquired one but want a little more information about its MOT history, you might be scratching your head wondering where you can find details of its past successes and failures. Luckily, it is all quite quick and simple and a quick visit
Are Winter Tyres Worth It?
As we write this, weather warnings are showing for a host of areas indicating that snow is either on its way or is already falling. Such warnings instantly put drivers on high alert as concerns about road safety start to increase. While many of us may choose to avoid driving in such conditions, others have
Signs of a Faulty Ignition Coil in Your Range Rover
Starting to notice your Range Rover doesn’t have the same get-up-and-go it once had? There’s a chance the ignition coil is on its way out. How can you be so sure though, especially if you don’t know what signs to look out for? In this edition of our blog, we investigate the signs and causes
How do You Know if Your Clutch is Going?
Your Land Rover is made of many components. Some are hardwearing, others fairly delicate. Each plays an important role though in getting you from A-2-B or enjoying that off-road experience. Thankfully, enough of these parts give you a clear indication when something isn’t right. It might be via the onboard diagnostics or could be through
Why is My Land Rover Windscreen Freezing on the Inside?
With the colder months here, it’s safe to say our morning commute will likely start a little earlier as we prepare our Land Rover for winter driving. Standing out in the cold can be frustrating when you are hacking away at the ice blanket that smothers your windscreen. But what if you notice the Land
Jaguar i Pace Reliability and Running Costs
The Jaguar I-Pace was released back in 2018. With a few tweaks along the way it has become a popular option for those looking to shop for a vehicle in the zero-emissions market. With a heavy focus on low or zero-emission vehicles now becoming prominent, leading marques are competing against each other to see if
How to Inspect the Brake Pads on your Land Rover
Keeping your Land Rover in its safest condition is best done by a Land Rover service centre but there are a few things you can do from the comfort of your garage or driveway. Inspecting your Land Rover brake pads is one such task. Worn or damaged brake pads can lead to you putting your passengers