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gadgetJunky72

Member Since: 31 Jan 2008
Location: London
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2005 Range Rover Sport TDV6 HSE Java Black

Newbie say hi and first problem

Hi Folks,

I picked up my first 4x4 yesterday. Details are:

2005 '55 TDV6 RRS HSE
Java Black with Alpaca leather interior
Options: Sat Nav, 20" Alloys (stormer i think), side steps, privacy glass

First impressions:

I recently bought a 3.0 Z4, but it was far too intense a ride and was pummelling my back. So my #1 requirement was comfort, and boy does this car satisfy that. I'm really impressed with the seats and just how smooth the ride is. As much as i love power and speed, in the RRS i'm more than happy to just chill out and go with the flow. Plus i don't think it's too much of a slouch, the power delivery is smooth (i've never driven a diesel before so i'm sure it has something to do with the extra torque) and you're up to a good speed without really noticing.

So moving onto my first problem...

I'd been driving the RRS all day without any problems and then later in the night i suddenly started seeing smoke coming out from under the bonnet by the front headlight on the passenger side (RRS is RHD). There was also an intense burning smell. There were no warning lights on the dashboard.

I pulled over and opened the bonnet and smoke just oozed out. My friend's and I decided that it was most likely some fluid that had hit a hot engine and started burning. So i moved off again and no problems until the same thing happened about 4 hours later.

Has anybody come across this before? I know that there are a lot of fluid reservoirs in that corner of the engine bay.

Thanks in advance.

gadgetJunky 72.

Sat Feb 02 2008 8:02am

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It's not a problem - it is your FBH, it was cold last night. Do a search for FBH and you'll see what it's for. Seems your car is 100% ok!

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Sat Feb 02 2008 8:23am

Supertrotter

Member Since: 10 Mar 2006
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Don't worry, this has caught out quite a few people (Except Tim...wonder why that was?)

I think it is if weather drops below a certain temp (3degC?) it will kick in.

No doubt i'll get corrected. You'll get used to that on here! Runner up - 2009 Best Avatar Award
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Sat Feb 02 2008 9:08am

JayMann

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Yep think it is 3 when it kicks in

Oh and don't forget and Mr VA as well SuperT? RRS TDV6 Gone but still around
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Sat Feb 02 2008 9:16am

Supertrotter

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JayMann wrote:
Yep think it is 3 when it kicks in

Oh and don't forget and Mr VA as well SuperT?

Are you insinuating I didn't have a FBH from new? I most certainly did young man! Runner up - 2009 Best Avatar Award

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Sat Feb 02 2008 9:20am

gadgetJunky72

Member Since: 31 Jan 2008
Location: London
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hi,

thanks for the quick responses.

I'm sooooo happy it's not a problem. it would have really sucked to take it back to the dealer. so I'm going to spend the rest of the day driving round with a smile on my face and trying my best to negotiate the numerous obstacles in London.

i'm sure there'll be a few more newbie questions on the way, but hopefully i'll be able to contribute to the forum too.

i'll try and get some photos up when i get a chance.

Sat Feb 02 2008 9:32am

JayMann

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No you mentioned Tim i'm just saying VA didn't have one either RRS TDV6 Gone but still around
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Sat Feb 02 2008 9:32am

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Yes, some earlier models (including Tim's) were not fitted with the FFBH and subsequently LR issued a bulletin in early 2006 advising dealers to retro-install this heater upon customer complaint...

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Sat Feb 02 2008 11:51am

Supertrotter

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JayMann wrote:
No you mentioned Tim i'm just saying VA didn't have one either

Sorry Jay, misread your post!

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Sat Feb 02 2008 4:05pm

JayMann

Member Since: 19 Jan 2006
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RRS TDV6 Gone but still around
SL55 AMG
760Li Alpina
BMW 535D M Sport
BMW X6 XDrive35D
BMW 320D Coupe M Sport
And A Van For Rex!

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WINNER - 2008's Comedian Of The Year
WINNER - 2008's Funniest Incident

I love boobies i love boobies i love boobies cuz i'm a big kid now! (Come on everybody sing with me you know the words!)

Sat Feb 02 2008 6:12pm

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