Range Rover · L494 · 2013–2022
Range Rover Sport (L494) ride height sensors
Suspension ride height sensors and linkages for Land Rover air suspension and adaptive headlights.
Matching ride height sensors to a Range Rover Sport (L494)
The Range Rover Sport (L494) (2013–2022) was sold here with 5 different engines. Gearbox: 8-speed automatic. Send the VIN and engine number with your enquiry so the parts team can confirm the correct ride height sensors before quoting.
Related Range Rover Sport (L494) faults
- Air suspension failure. CAR magazine's buying guide lists air suspension failures that cause a poor ride or a vehicle sagging on one side; compressors, air struts, valves and height sensors are the usual parts.
Know the part
Understanding Range Rover Sport (L494) Ride Height Sensors
Ride height sensors measure how high each corner of the vehicle sits. They are small rotary sensors mounted to the body with a linkage arm to the suspension. The air suspension module uses their readings to raise, lower and level the vehicle, and on some models the same sensors help with headlight levelling.
Sensors fail through age, water getting into the connector, or a bent or broken linkage after off-road driving. A faulty sensor can make the system think a corner is too high or too low and produce odd ride heights or a suspension fault.
Further reading
- Air suspension – Wikipedia
Background on how air suspension uses height sensors to level the vehicle.
Common Questions About Range Rover Sport (L494) ride height sensors
How do I know if a ride height sensor is faulty?
A diagnostic tool can show the live reading from each sensor. Compare it with the real height as the suspension moves. A reading that jumps, stays fixed or is out of range points to the sensor, its linkage or its wiring.
Do new height sensors need calibration?
Yes. After fitting a new sensor, calibrate the suspension ride heights with a diagnostic tool so the module has the correct reference.
Can a bent linkage cause a suspension fault?
Yes. A bent linkage gives a wrong reading even if the sensor itself is fine. Check the linkage, particularly after off-road driving, before replacing the sensor.
Are front and rear height sensors the same?
Often not. Sensors can differ by position and side, so give the corner and the VIN when ordering.
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