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579164 - Drive Box Transmission or Drivetrain Part Land Rover Range Rover

579164 - Drive Box

- €280,00
€280,00
€280,00 - €280,00
€280,00
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Drive Box – speedometer angle drive for the speedometer cable circuit.

A right-angle gear drive that takes rotation from the gearbox speedometer drive and turns it through 90° to drive the speedometer cable. It allows the cable to be routed away from the take-off point where a straight in-line connection is not possible, transmitting road-speed rotation from the transmission up to the dashboard speedometer.
Alternative Codes
579164

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Frequently asked questions

What does the drive box do on a Land Rover speedometer cable circuit?
The drive box is a right-angle gear drive that takes rotation from the gearbox speedometer drive and turns it 90 degrees to spin the speedometer cable. It lets the cable route away from the take-off point when a straight in-line connection isn't possible.
Where is the drive box fitted on the vehicle?
It sits between the gearbox speedometer drive output and the speedometer cable, usually mounted low near the transmission. Its job is purely mechanical, redirecting cable rotation rather than generating any signal itself.
What tools are needed to fit a replacement drive box?
Fitting typically only needs basic hand tools, a wrench to disconnect the cable union and the drive box's own mounting fixing. It's usually a straightforward DIY swap since it just unbolts from the gearbox speedometer drive housing.
Why does the drive box wear out and need replacing?
The internal gear teeth wear from continuous rotation, and worn gears cause the speedometer to read erratically or stop working. If the cable turns freely but the speedometer needle doesn't move, the drive box's gear engagement is a common cause.