Add the genuine Land Rover powered gesture tailgate to your vehicle. LR-Retrofit fits the hands-free rear bumper sensor, programmes the tailgate control module and validates the complete opening system.
What is the Powered Gesture Tailgate?
The powered gesture tailgate opens your boot hands-free. You perform a simple kicking motion under the rear bumper, and the tailgate opens automatically. The system uses a sensor mounted behind the rear bumper that detects your movement. It works alongside the existing power tailgate motor, interior switch and remote key functions. When your hands carry shopping, luggage or equipment, you open the boot without touching a key or button.
Why Retrofitting the Powered Gesture Tailgate with LR-Retrofit Makes Sense
- Genuine Land Rover parts: We supply the correct hands-free sensor, bracket and wiring for your specific VIN.
- Factory-level programming: Our technicians update the tailgate control module and Car Configuration File using JLR diagnostic equipment.
- Full opening integration: The gesture function works with the existing power tailgate motor and all standard controls.
- Calibrated detection zone: We adjust the sensor sensitivity so the tailgate responds to the intended kick motion only.
- Validated installation: We test the opening, closing, safety stop and obstacle detection before we return your vehicle.
Compatible Land Rover Models
We retrofit the powered gesture tailgate to Land Rover models with an existing powered tailgate. We confirm exact compatibility from your VIN before you book.
- Range Rover L405 (2013 onwards)
- Range Rover Sport L494 (2013 onwards)
- Range Rover Velar L560 (2017 onwards)
- Range Rover Evoque L551 (2019 onwards)
- Discovery 5 (2017 onwards)
- New Defender L663 (2020 onwards)
Some vehicles require a small additional wiring harness between the sensor and the tailgate control module. We identify this during the free VIN check and include it in your fixed quotation.
How We Complete the Retrofit
- VIN and wiring check: You send us your VIN. We verify the existing tailgate motor, control module and available wiring.
- Parts preparation: We order the genuine hands-free sensor, bracket and any required harness terminals.
- Sensor installation: Our technicians mount the sensor behind the rear bumper and route the wiring through the correct factory grommets.
- Module programming: We update the tailgate control module and enable the gesture function in the Car Configuration File.
- Calibration and validation: We set the detection zone, test the kick motion and confirm the tailgate opens and closes safely.
Technical Details
- Capacitive hands-free sensor mounted behind the rear bumper
- Wired directly to the power tailgate control module
- Programmed via JLR diagnostic to enable the gesture feature
- Works with the existing power tailgate motor and safety systems
- Detection zone calibrated for the correct kick motion
- Compatible with factory tow bar and parking sensors
- No additional remote or key fob required
