Humming Noise From The Accessory Drive Belt Idler Pulley (LTB00780V2)
WARNING: This page is about the Range Rover Base, which is a different variant/trim than selected.
Publication date: 2019-01-09Reference number: LTB00780V2
Supersedes refnos: LTB00780NAS1, LTB00780NAS3, LTB00780NAS5, LTB00780NAS7
HUMMING NOISE FROM THE ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT IDLER PULLEY
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
Reference Number(s): LTB00780NAS7, Date of Issue:
January 09, 2019
| LAND ROVER: | 2010-2016 LR4 (LA); 2014-2016 Range Rover Sport (LW); 2013-2016 Range Rover (LG); 2010-2013 Range Rover Sport (LS); 2010-2012 Range Rover (LM) |
| SECTION: | 303-05B/-05C |
| AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE: | See The Chart Below |
AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE
MARKETS
NORTH AMERICA
CONDITION SUMMARY
SITUATION:
A humming noise may be evident from the engine at idle.
CAUSE:
This may be caused by dust and/or water ingress to the accessory drive belt idler pulley bearing.
ACTION:
Should a customer express this concern, follow the Workshop Procedure below.
PARTS
PARTS INFORMATION
| PART NUMBER | DESCRIPTION | QUANTITY |
|---|---|---|
| LR099573 | Idler pulley with bracket | 1 |
TOOLS
Refer to Workshop Manual/Service Instruction for any required special tools.
WARRANTY
NOTE:
- Repair procedures are under constant review, and therefore times are subject to change; those quoted here must be taken as guidance only. Always refer to JLR claims submission system to obtain the latest repair time.
- The JLR Claims Submission System requires the use of causal part numbers. Labor only claims must show the causal part number with a quantity of zero.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
| DESCRIPTION | SRO | TIME (HOURS) | CONDITION CODE | CAUSAL PART |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Idler pulley and bracket - Right - Accessory drive belt - Renew - LR4 (L319; V6 3.0L S/C Petrol) | 12.10.52 | 0.2 | 42 | LR010689 |
| Idler pulley and bracket - Right - Accessory drive belt - Renew - LR4 (L319; V8 5.0L Petrol) | 12.10.52 | 0.3 | 42 | LR010689 |
| Idler pulley and bracket - Right - Accessory drive belt - Renew - Range Rover Sport (L494) | 12.10.52 | 0.2 | 42 | LR010689 |
| Idler pulley and bracket - Right - Accessory drive belt - Renew - Range Rover Sport (L320) | 12.10.52 | 0.3 | 42 | LR010689 |
| Idler pulley and bracket - Right - Accessory drive belt - Renew - Range Rover (L405) | 12.10.52 | 0.2 | 42 | LR010689 |
| Idler pulley and bracket - Right - Accessory drive belt - Renew - Range Rover (L322) | 12.10.52 | 0.2 | 42 | LR010689 |
NOTE:
Normal Warranty procedures apply.
WORKSHOP PROCEDURE
CAUTION:
The idler pulley with bracket MUST be replaced as a set. Installing the new idler pulley onto the old bracket or the new bracket to the old Idler pulley could introduce a misalignment.
- Remove the T-connector from the air cleaner outlet pipe (see TOPIx Workshop Manual section 303-12: Intake Air Distribution and Filtering).
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NOTE: Note the installed position of the accessory drive belt.
Loosen the accessory drive belt and remove from the idler pulley.
Remove the accessory drive belt Idler pulley and bracket assembly.
- Retain the fasteners.
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CAUTION: The idler pulley with bracket MUST be replaced as a set. Installing the new idler pulley onto the old bracket or the new bracket to the old Idler pulley could introduce a misalignment.
Install the new accessory drive belt pulley and bracket assembly.
- Torque: 25 Nm
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CAUTION: Make sure that the accessory drive belt is correctly located on each pulley.
Install the accessory drive belt.
- Install the T-connector from the air cleaner outlet pipe (see TOPIx Workshop Manual section 303-12: Intake Air Distribution and Filtering).



