E-diff on D4

[Nicky]

Is the E-diff standard equip on the 2014 on D4? (Discovery lettering on the bonnet)

[Bytemrk]

I don't believe so.

If you jump on the Land Rover site and configure your owe build..it is still listed as a separate option - even on an HSE.

Build your Discovery - Models (http://rules.config.landrover.com/jdxl/en_au/l319/)

So pretty sure in Australia it is not standard on any model.

[tiddy]

Is the E-diff standard equip on the 2014 on D4? (Discovery lettering on the bonnet)

No it's not, it's an $1060.00 or thereabouts option on all models, I got it on my '14 model, the dealer reduced the cost to $700 with a bit of a haggle.

[Roulston]

No it's not, it's an $1060.00 or thereabouts option on all models, I got it on my '14 model, the dealer reduced the cost to $700 with a bit of a haggle.

That is great value for a locker. If I order a build I would have not even hesitated. As mine was on the lot, it was spec'd without, which is a real shame. IMHO If I were LR I would add it to all models as standard and ad $500 to the RRP, which would cover it I can't imagine anyone objecting.

Tony

[SimmAus]

That is great value for a locker. If I order a build I would have not even hesitated. As mine was on the lot, it was spec'd without, which is a real shame. IMHO If I were LR I would add it to all models as standard and ad $500 to the RRP, which would cover it I can't imagine anyone objecting. Tony

Agree, although there has been a far bit of discussion on the incremental benefits of the E-diff on the later D4's, with the improvements in TC. Besides, I bet a fair percentage of D4's unfortunately do not venture too far past Woolies/Coles car parks - hardly E-Diff territory ;-)

[Lotz-A-Landies]

Agree, although there has been a far bit of discussion on the incremental benefits of the E-diff on the later D4's, with the improvements in TC. Besides, I bet a fair percentage of D4's unfortunately do not venture too far past Woolies/Coles car parks - hardly E-Diff territory ;-)Hang on there I was at my local Woolies last week and almost needed to have a snorkel to get out of the car park a little later other people needed to be rescued from their stranded cars in the same street and nearby flooded basement car parks.

But no the e-diff didn't engage.

[LandyAndy]

I wanted an E Diff,but there wasnt one available with the deal I got:(:(:(:(.
If you intend towing a van,GET AN E Diff.
They have stronger axles and bearings,well worth it if you are ordering a D4;););););););)
Andrew

[nat_89]

I was fortunate enough to get a HSE with the ediff optioned off the showroom floor!! Quite possibly will never use it but it's good to have.

[Graeme]

I wanted the e-diff because my D2 regularly had TC chattering the rear brakes with reports of broken D2 diffs from excessive TC use and because the D3/4 e-diff is reported to be stronger than the open diff. My D4 is expected to be around for a long time so possible extra longevity of the diff was well worth the minimal cost on a vehicle that was ordered in the 1st batch window, prior to any Oz stock being available.

[Nicky]

How can you tell if a D4 has an e-diff?

[Lotz-A-Landies]

When you're going through some awkward terrain there is a little graphic on the screen that displays the diff locking and unlocking, at least thats how I know its there. :angel:

I also think you can get the info by punching your VIN into Topix or something similar.

[Graeme]

My D4 only has the basic screen which amongst other things does not have a driveline display function.

The electric motor is mounted on top/front of the diff and can be seen when peering over the top of either rear tyre, with a better view obtained when at off-road height. There's also an electrical cable between the body and the motor. The view is better from the drivers side and a torch may be useful.

Edit: If you have registered with Topix and you can get the vin then the vin can be used to show the build information.

[JayBee75]

You don't need an ediff on a D4 unless you are hardcore 4wding, with all the gear.
The capability of the D4 in standard form is incredible, you will need tyres and a lift and snorkel before you even contemplate an ediff.
Standard the D 4 leaves modified 4wd's in its wake, and this is not a biased comment.

[catch-22]

When you're going through some awkward terrain there is a little graphic on the screen that displays the diff locking and unlocking, at least thats how I know its there. :angel:



I also think you can get the info by punching your VIN into Topix or something similar.


Will the lock be displayed at all if its not fitted?

[nat_89]

Will the lock be displayed at all if its not fitted?

Pretty sure no as I've sat in ones with out the ediff and there is only one lock in the centre, mine has the ediff and it has 2 locks, but i could be wrong. Although I'm 99% sure of it.

[Goaroving]

If you have the display both locks will show whether you have an e-diff or not. By the display you can only tell when it's working. I know cos I don't have an e-diff and both locks show!

[Graeme]

Without an e-diff the display for rear one never changes to locked.

[scarry]

You don't need an ediff on a D4 unless you are hardcore 4wding, with all the gear.
The capability of the D4 in standard form is incredible, you will need tyres and a lift and snorkel before you even contemplate an ediff.
Standard the D 4 leaves modified 4wd's in its wake, and this is not a biased comment.

And with the E diff,you can still get badly bogged,if you try hard enough:(

Don't ask me how i know,but it has happened twice so far....

[LandyAndy]

And with the E diff,you can still get badly bogged,if you try hard enough:(

Don't ask me how i know,but it has happened twice so far....

Somebody else who should be sipping latte instead of doing stuff Defenders are built for;););););)
Andrew

[Tombie]

I can tell you the ediff makes things much nicer when it gets serious :)

[TerryO]

Somebody else who should be sipping latte instead of doing stuff Defenders are built for;););););)
Andrew


:lol2::lol2::lol2: ... The Defender squad really are in trouble when they have to rely on a Disco owner to try and defend their honour. ...:angel:

[SBD4]

I believe the lock symbol for the e-diff is no longer displayed if one is not fitted on the newer D4's (MY13 on wards I think?).

[SBD4]

Somebody else who should be sipping latte instead of doing stuff Defenders are built for;););););)
Andrew

Andy, someone like Brett or Gordon is going to have to drag you out to get Snow White very dirty if you keep up with this way of thinking. The point is you can still be sipping your latte while doing your best to get bogged or crossing rivers!:D:D

[scarry]

Somebody else who should be sipping latte instead of doing stuff Defenders are built for;););););)
Andrew

Was out puttting the deefer to shame.........:p:D

You will find out soon enough it does the stuff defenders are built for easily:)

Until you forget to turn the DSC off:mad: