LR079918 | Starter Motor - 3.0 V6, 5.0 V8 AJ133 | Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Discovery 5
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Land Rover Part Number: LR079918 - Starter Motor
LR079918 is a starter motor designed to engage the engine flywheel and crank the engine during starting. Fitted as part of the vehicle starting system, this unit is specified for use on applicable Range Rover, Range Rover Sport and Discovery 5 models where the 3.0-litre V6 GDI or 5.0-litre AJ133 V8 petrol engines are fitted with stop-start functionality.
The starter converts electrical energy from the vehicle battery into mechanical rotation to crank the engine; the assembly includes an electric motor and a solenoid that manage pinion engagement and disengagement with the flywheel. This particular part is fitted to modern 3.0-litre V6 GDI petrol engines and 5.0-litre V8 AJ133 petrol engines with stop-start provisions. Routine replacement is typically required when the starter fails to engage, produces grinding or clicking noises, or draws excessive current. Use the compatibility list below and your V.I.N. to confirm the correct starter for your vehicle application.
Compatibility
- Discovery 5 (2017 >) - 3.0L DOHC GDI SC V6 Petrol - From VIN K2000001
- Discovery 5 (2017 >) - 3.0L DOHC GDI SC V6 Petrol - From VIN HA000001
- Range Rover (2013 - 2022) - 3.0L DOHC GDI SC V6 Petrol - From VIN EA000001 to VIN HA999999
- Range Rover (2013 - 2022) - 3.0L DOHC GDI SC V6 Petrol - From VIN JA000001
- Range Rover (2013 - 2022) - 5.0L V8 AJ133 - To VIN HA999999
- Range Rover (2013 - 2022) - 5.0L supercharged V8 AJ133 - From VIN JA000001
- Range Rover Sport (2014 - 2022) - 3.0L DOHC GDI SC V6 Petrol - From VIN EA000001 to VIN HA999999
- Range Rover Sport (2014 - 2022) - 3.0L DOHC GDI SC V6 Petrol - From VIN JA000001
- Range Rover Sport (2014 - 2022) - 5.0L V8 AJ133 - To VIN HA999999
- Range Rover Sport (2014 - 2022) - 5.0L supercharged V8 AJ133 - From VIN JA000001
Frequently Asked Questions
The LR079918 starter motor converts electrical energy from the vehicle battery into mechanical rotation to crank the engine and initiate combustion, using a solenoid-driven pinion to engage the flywheel. The assembly includes an electric motor and solenoid and is specified for 3.0-litre V6 GDI and 5.0-litre AJ133 V8 petrol engines with stop-start; replacement is generally required if it fails to engage, makes grinding or clicking noises, or draws excessive current.
| Model | Variant |
|---|---|
| Land Rover Range Rover (2013 - 2022) | 3.0L DOHC GDI SC V6 Petrol (VIN EA000001 to VIN HA999999) |
| Land Rover Range Rover (2013 - 2022) | 3.0L DOHC GDI SC V6 Petrol (Solihull Plant Build) (From VIN JA000001) |
| Land Rover Range Rover (2013 - 2022) | 5.0L V8 AJ133 (To VIN HA999999) |
| Land Rover Range Rover (2013 - 2022) | 5.0L supercharged V8 AJ133 (From VIN JA000001) |
| Land Rover Range Rover Sport (2014 - 2022) | 3.0L DOHC GDI SC V6 Petrol (VIN EA000001 to VIN HA999999) |
| Land Rover Range Rover Sport (2014 - 2022) | 3.0L DOHC GDI SC V6 Petrol (Solihull Plant Build) (From VIN JA000001) |
| Land Rover Range Rover Sport (2014 - 2022) | 5.0L V8 AJ133 (To VIN HA999999) |
| Land Rover Range Rover Sport (2014 - 2022) | 5.0L supercharged V8 AJ133 (From VIN JA000001) |
| Land Rover Discovery 5 (2017 >) | 3.0L DOHC GDI SC V6 Petrol (Nitra Plant Build) (From VIN K2000001) |
| Land Rover Discovery 5 (2017 >) | 3.0L DOHC GDI SC V6 Petrol (Solihull Plant Build) (From VIN HA000001) |
If you are unsure of compatibility with your vehicle, you can also confirm by checking against your V.I.N. Simply reach out to us with your V.I.N and desired part number via our Contact page or use our Finding Part Numbers page.
Routine replacement is typically required when the starter fails to engage, produces grinding or clicking noises, or draws excessive current.
- C8 products are usually supplied by Britpart.
- Z8 products are normally supplied by Allmakes.
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