Genuine Wade Sensing System – OEM Retrofit for Jaguar Land Rover

Take the guesswork out of deep‑water crossings with the factory‑designed Wade Sensing system, available as a complete OEM retrofit from LR‑Retrofit. You see precise, real‑time water depth directly on your Pivi Pro touchscreen and instrument cluster, backed by a clear audible warning that tells you exactly when the water level approaches the vehicle’s safe wading limit. The kit transforms your Jaguar or Land Rover into an even more capable off‑road machine, using original sensors, harnesses, and coding to deliver the same sophisticated environment monitoring the factory installs at build – only now you can add it to a vehicle that left the line without the option.

Deep‑Water Confidence at a Glance

Two ultrasonic sensors, discreetly integrated into the lower mirror casings, continually measure the distance to the water surface beneath the vehicle. The moment you enter a ford or flooded track, the Pivi Pro display automatically switches to the Wade Sensing screen, showing a dynamic graphic of water depth in centimetres. The instrument cluster mirrors the reading, so you never need to take your eyes off the trail. As the water rises, a progressive audible tone changes pitch, giving you an intuitive sense of depth without distraction. You focus on driving; the vehicle handles the measuring.

The system works immediately upon ignition‑on, requiring no calibration, no smartphone pairing, and no aftermarket accessories. Because the sensors draw power from the vehicle’s body control module, they remain active throughout the wading event even when other comfort features power down temporarily. The readings refresh multiple times per second, so you always have an up‑to‑the‑moment picture of the water level, even in surging conditions.

Engineered by Jaguar Land Rover, Supplied by LR‑Retrofit

Every component you receive carries a genuine JLR part number. The ultrasonic sensors utilise the same weather‑sealed, high‑frequency transducers found on the latest Defender, Discovery, and Range Rover models. Their field of view, mounting angle, and signal processing algorithms undergo the same rigorous validation as production‑line equipment. You bolt them into the existing mirror housings using the OE brackets; the wiring harness connects to pre‑reserved terminals in the door loom and overhead console – no cutting, no splicing, and no permanent modifications to the vehicle structure.

LR‑Retrofit colour‑matches the sensor bezels to your specific mirror finish, so the added hardware looks entirely factory‑original. The visible part of the sensor sits flush with the lower edge of the mirror, preserving the aerodynamic profile and the vehicle’s signature design language. You gain a critical off‑road safety feature without compromising the appearance of your premium SUV.

What the Complete Retrofit Kit Includes

• Pair of genuine JLR ultrasonic wade‑sensing transducers (left‑hand and right‑hand)
• Vehicle‑specific mirror‑lower covers with integrated sensor mounting brackets (painted to your exterior code)
• Plug‑and‑play door‑loom adapter harnesses with factory‑grade connectors
• Overhead‑console interface cable, where required for audio output
• Secure remote coding session to activate Wade Sensing in the Car Configuration File
• Full‑colour installation handbook with step‑by‑step trim removal and sensor alignment guides

You receive everything needed for a complete installation in one shipment. No additional parts, no dealership labour, and no hidden subscription fees.

Expert Remote Coding That Brings the System to Life

Simply plugging in the hardware does not make the vehicle aware of the new function – that task requires a precise software configuration. Our JLR‑certified technician connects to your vehicle’s OBD port via a secure internet gateway and loads the factory‑specification Wade Sensing calibration file using the genuine diagnostic tool. The session writes the necessary parameters into the Body Control Module, the Infotainment Master Controller, and the Instrument Pack Cluster, enabling the dedicated Wade Sensing screen, the depth‑warning chimes, and the threshold‑indication logic. The process also updates the Central Configuration to reflect the feature as a permanent factory‑fit option, preventing any dealer‑level software updates from overwriting the coding.

The entire remote session typically completes in under 30 minutes. You remain in the driver’s seat, watching the Pivi Pro screen come alive with the new water‑depth icon. Once the green confirmation appears, you are ready to test the system in a safe, shallow puddle to verify the readings.

Compatible Vehicles

The Wade Sensing retrofit integrates flawlessly with a wide range of current‑generation Jaguar Land Rover platforms, including (but not limited to):

• New Land Rover Defender (L663, 2020–present)
• Discovery (L462, 2021–present)
• Discovery Sport (L550, 2020–present)
• Range Rover (L460, 2022–present)
• Range Rover Sport (L461, 2023–present)
• Range Rover Velar (L560, 2018–present)
• Range Rover Evoque (L551, 2020–present)
• Jaguar F‑Pace (X761, 2020–present)

We verify full electrical and software compatibility using your VIN before dispatching the kit. Vehicles with the “Wade Sensing Preparation” wiring package require absolutely no modifications to the body harness – you simply connect the sensors and code. Even on platforms without the pre‑wiring, our plug‑and‑play adapters create a clean, factory‑style circuit path that never interferes with the vehicle’s warranty.

Order with Total Peace of Mind

Select your vehicle platform, provide the VIN at checkout, and LR‑Retrofit assembles a tailor‑made kit that reaches you within working days. All hardware components carry a 2‑year warranty against manufacturing defects, and the coding work carries a lifetime guarantee. Should a dealer service ever overwrite the Wade Sensing configuration, we re‑apply the coding at no charge. Experience the next level of off‑road awareness with the only genuine, fully integrated OEM Wade Sensing solution – built for your vehicle, backed by real experts, and available exclusively from LR‑Retrofit.