Powered Tailgate Retrofit for Land Rover & Jaguar

You press one button on your key fob. The tailgate rises smoothly, quietly, and without any effort from you. The genuine Powered Tailgate Retrofit from LR-Retrofit replaces your manual gas struts with factory-specification electric spindle drives, adds an OEM soft-close power latch, and integrates completely with your vehicle’s CAN-bus architecture. Every component meets JLR factory standards for durability, weather sealing, and electromagnetic compatibility. You receive the same hardware your vehicle would carry from the production line — installed, coded, and validated to your exact VIN.

What the Powered Tailgate Retrofit Delivers

JLR engineers designed the powered tailgate system to respond intelligently to every command. Our retrofit preserves that engineering integrity. You retain full safety interlocks, speed-sensitive locking, and diagnostic visibility through the vehicle’s Body Control Module (BCM) and Keyless Vehicle Module (KVM). The system activates only when your smart key remains within the authorised detection zone, so you never face unintended opening.

• Electric spindle drives replace manual gas struts for quiet, controlled motion — each unit contains a brushless DC motor, a three-stage planetary gearbox, and a Hall-effect position sensor
• Powered soft-close latch secures the tailgate without a slam, protecting hinges and seals from wear
• Cinch actuator draws the tailgate tight against the body for a perfect seal every time
• Obstacle detection immediately stops and reverses movement when resistance exceeds a calibrated threshold — critical protection for children, pets, and cargo
• Multiple trigger points — operate via the original key fob button, the interior release switch, or an optional gesture sensor

How the Genuine JLR System Works

Jaguar Land Rover’s powered tailgate architecture uses two synchronised spindle drives mounted in place of the manual gas struts. Each spindle contains a brushless DC motor, a three-stage planetary gearbox, and a Hall-effect position sensor. These sensors report the exact angle of the tailgate to a dedicated Powered Liftgate Module (PLGM) at sub-millisecond intervals. The PLGM communicates with the Central Junction Box and Body Control Module over the LIN-bus and CAN-HS network, coordinating the power latch, the outer-handle switch, and any hands-free antenna.

When you trigger a command — whether from the key fob, the cabin switch, or the gesture sensor — the PLGM activates both spindles simultaneously and modulates speed throughout the travel curve. This delivers a refined, controlled motion from first movement to final cinch. Our retrofit kit supplies the identical hardware your vehicle would receive at the Halewood or Solihull assembly plant. We provide every bracket, wiring pigtail, and CAN-bus termination resistor. The installation mounts to existing captive nuts on the D-pillar and rear floor, preserving the factory crumple zones and corrosion protection. Once you complete the mechanical installation, our remote coding session writes the “powered tailgate present” flag to the Car Configuration File and calibrates the spindle end-stops against your vehicle’s specific tailgate weight.

Technical Specifications

We supply every component to meet JLR factory standards. Our team pre-programmes the control module with your vehicle’s exact configuration file, so the tailgate behaves exactly like a factory-installed unit.

What the Retrofit Kit Contains

You receive a complete installation package with detailed colour instructions that cover torque values, connector views, and the necessary CCF amendments. Every nut, bolt, and weather seal arrives in the box.

• Electric tailgate drive units (left and right) with bespoke mounting brackets
• Powered soft-close latch and striker plate assembly
• Control module (PLGM) with pre-loaded vehicle-specific calibration
• Vehicle-side wiring harness with genuine OEM connectors
• Interior tailgate switch and exterior handle switch (if applicable)
• All fixings, anti-corrosion treatments, and loom routing clips
• Remote CCF editing support to enable the feature in the infotainment menu

Vehicle Compatibility

This powered tailgate retrofit fits a wide range of Land Rover and Jaguar models. We verify your VIN before dispatch to guarantee exact compatibility and correct harness configuration.

• Range Rover L405 (2013–2022) — single-piece upper tailgate or split-gate lower
• Range Rover Sport L494 (2014–2022)
• Discovery 5 L462 (2017–onwards)
• Range Rover Velar L560 (2017–onwards)
• New Defender L663 (2020–onwards, single-piece side-hinged door)
• Range Rover Evoque L551 (2019–onwards)
• Jaguar F-Pace, XF Sportbrake, E-Pace — specific kits available

Why Upgrade to a Powered Tailgate

You gain effortless access to your boot every single day. The electric spindles handle the full weight of the tailgate, so you never strain your back or shoulders. The key fob control allows you to open the tailgate from a distance — you arrive at the vehicle with full hands and the tailgate already opens. The interior switch gives you full control from the cabin, while the external handle still works for direct access. The anti-pinch protection stops the tailgate if an obstacle enters its path, and the powered latch secures the tailgate firmly and quietly without the need to slam it shut.

LR-Retrofit specialises in genuine Land Rover and Jaguar upgrades. We use original JLR parts, licensed diagnostic tools, and factory calibration data. Our technicians complete regular training on JLR tailgate systems and module programming. We provide a clear written report after every retrofit documenting the parts installed, the software versions applied, and the functional test results. You receive full transparency and a service record that supports future maintenance.

Contact LR-Retrofit with your vehicle registration or VIN. We confirm compatibility, provide a fixed quotation, and arrange a convenient workshop appointment. Most installations complete within one working day.