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VPLRP0486LR - Body Control Module – Deployable Side Steps

- €390,00
€390,00
€390,00 - €390,00
€390,00
Genuine Part
Genuine: Original manufacturer part. This product is the original part designed and produced by the vehicle manufacturer.
Body Control Module for the power deployable side step system.

The module is the control unit for the deployable step installation. It takes door open and close signalling from the vehicle body network and drives the step motors to extend the steps when a door is opened and retract them when it is closed. It is required as part of a deployable side step installation and is supplied separately from the step assemblies and their motors.
Vehicle Model Land Rover Defender New 2020+
Land Rover Discovery 5 2017+ (L462)
Range Rover 2022+ (L460)
Range Rover Sport 2023+ (L461)
Range Rover Velar 2017+ (L560)
Fitment Notes Body control module for power deployable side steps / activity pack.
DISCOVERY 5 2017+ — Power deployable steps, activity/extended activity pack (from VIN K2000001 / R2000001); also premium & 2-zone air con demo packs
NEW DEFENDER 2020 (L663) — Deployable steps, LWB & SWB (to VIN S2999999)
NEW RANGE ROVER 2022 (L460) — Deployable steps
NEW RANGE ROVER SPORT 2023 (L461) — Deployable side step module (CHN)
RANGE ROVER VELAR 2017+ — Deployable steps, MHEV & non-MHEV, activity/extended activity pack
Alternative Codes
VPLRP0486LRVPLRP0486

Available to order 2–3 weeks

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When will my order arrive?

This item is ordered from our supplier on request. Typical lead time is 2–3 weeks from order confirmation.

  • Netherlands / Belgium / Germany: 2–4 working days after dispatch.
  • Other EU countries + UK: 4–8 working days after dispatch.
  • Outside EU/UK: contact us for an estimate.

Need it faster? Express import available in 2–5 business days — contact us before ordering.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the VPLRP0486LR body control module for?
The VPLRP0486LR is a genuine body control module for power deployable side steps. It controls the powered steps that extend and retract with the doors, managing the motors and sensors as part of the activity or step pack.
Which vehicles does this side step control module fit?
It fits the Discovery 5 (2017+), New Defender L663 (2020+), Range Rover L460 (2022+), Range Rover Sport L461 (2023+) and Range Rover Velar (2017+) with deployable side steps. Several have VIN breaks, so confirm your chassis number before ordering.
Are there VIN restrictions on this control module?
Yes. On the Discovery 5 it applies from specific VIN starts, and on the New Defender it is listed up to VIN (V)S2999999. Deployable step fitment is tied to these breaks, so check your VIN against your model before fitting.