New Land Rover Defender Turbo – Ref. 452239-5009W

Identifying the correct turbo reference for your Defender Td5

Before placing any order, it is essential to confirm the reference engraved on the turbo currently fitted to your Land Rover Defender. The Defender equipped with the 2.5 Td5 122 ch engine went through several turbo revisions over the course of its long career, and only reading the identification plate on the old turbo will prevent an ordering mistake. This new turbo is compatible with reference 452239-5009W, a widely used reference on this iconic British off-roader.

Compatibility with Defender engines

This new turbo is compatible with the 2.5 Td5 122 ch engine (2495 cm³, Diesel) fitted to the Defender 90, 110 and 130 with engine codes 10P and 15P depending on the version. The Td5 is a 5-cylinder in-line unit renowned for its robustness in off-road use, but its turbocharger remains a wear part subject to considerable stress under load, during off-road crossings, or during prolonged low-rpm driving. We strongly recommend that you always check the reference on your old turbo before confirming your order, as several housing variants coexisted on this model.

Exchange basis and warranty for this Defender turbo

This new turbo for the Defender 2.5 Td5 is sold on an exchange basis: return of your old turbo is required, in accordance with our Terms and Conditions. It is only collected after the new turbo has been delivered and fitted, so your Defender is not left off the road. The part carries a 12-month parts warranty, subject to fitting being carried out by a qualified professional. Payment can be spread over several instalments, in up to 10 instalments.

Symptoms and causes of failure on the Td5 engine

On the Defender Td5, progressive power loss, black or blue exhaust smoke, an unusual whistling noise, or an engine warning light with a wastegate-related fault code are common signs of turbo failure. The main causes of damage to watch out for are insufficient lubrication, poor-quality oil or missed oil changes, a clogged air filter, a cracked intercooler or split hoses, and prolonged over-revving typical of intensive off-road use.

Fitting advice for the turbo on your Defender

Before fitting, check the oil circuit, the intake hoses and the air intake to rule out any contamination or leaks that could quickly damage the new turbo. When starting up for the first time, prime the turbo with oil before the initial start to ensure immediate lubrication of the bearings and to preserve the longevity of the part on your Defender.

This same turbo also fits

• New Land Rover Discovery Turbo – Ref. 452239-5009W