Comprehensive guide to locating RFA (Remote Function Actuator) and KVM (Keyless Vehicle Module) in Jaguar Land Rover vehicles for key programming and diagnostics
Understanding these critical components in JLR vehicles
Remote Function Actuator
The RFA (Remote Function Actuator) is responsible for receiving and processing remote key fob signals. It handles the RF communication for keyless entry and remote start functions.
Keyless Vehicle Module
The KVM (Keyless Vehicle Module) manages passive entry and push-button start systems. It handles smart key authentication and proximity detection for PEPS-equipped vehicles.
Knowing the exact location of RFA and KVM modules is essential for:
Quick reference table for all JLR vehicle module locations
| Model | Years | KVM Location | RFA Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| F-Type | 2015-2020 | Front passenger footwell, right side | Front passenger footwell, right side |
| XE / XEL | 2015-2020 | Right hand side of rear passenger seat | Right side of rear passenger seat area |
| XF / XFL | 2015-2020 | Right hand side of rear passenger seat | Right side of rear passenger seat area |
| XJ / XJL | 2015-2019 | Front passenger footwell, right side | Front passenger footwell, right side |
| E-Pace | 2018-2024 | Left side of trunk, under fuse box | Left side of trunk, under fuse box |
| F-Pace | 2016-2024 | Right side of trunk, under fuse box | Right side of trunk, under fuse box |
| I-Pace | 2019-2024 | Right side cargo area (uses RFA module) | Right side cargo area (RFA module) |
2015-2020
Front passenger footwell, right side
Front passenger footwell, right side
2015-2020
Right hand side of rear passenger seat
Right side of rear passenger seat area
2015-2020
Right hand side of rear passenger seat
Right side of rear passenger seat area
2015-2019
Front passenger footwell, right side
Front passenger footwell, right side
2018-2024
Left side of trunk, under fuse box
Left side of trunk, under fuse box
2016-2024
Right side of trunk, under fuse box
Right side of trunk, under fuse box
2019-2024
Right side cargo area (uses RFA module)
Right side cargo area (RFA module)
| Model | Years | KVM Location | RFA Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Range Rover (L405) | 2013-2022 | Left side of trunk, under fuse box OR above blower motor | Left side of trunk, under fuse box OR above blower |
| Range Rover Sport (L494) | 2014-2022 | Left side of trunk, under fuse box | Left side of trunk, under fuse box |
| Range Rover Evoque | 2015-2024 | Left side of trunk, under fuse box | Left side of trunk, under fuse box |
| Range Rover Velar | 2018-2024 | Right side of trunk, under fuse box | Right side of trunk, under fuse box |
| Defender 90/110/130 (L663) | 2020-2024 | Rear cargo area, under floor cover panel | Rear cargo area, under floor cover panel |
| Discovery 5 (L462) | 2017-2024 | Left side of trunk, under/near fuse box | Left side of trunk/loadspace area |
| Discovery 4 (LR4) | 2010-2016 | Left side of loadspace, behind trim panel | Left side of loadspace, behind trim panel |
| Discovery Sport (L550) | 2015-2024 | Left trunk area, behind metal fuse box bracket | Left trunk area, behind fuse box bracket |
2013-2022
Left side of trunk, under fuse box OR above blower motor
Left side of trunk, under fuse box OR above blower
2014-2022
Left side of trunk, under fuse box
Left side of trunk, under fuse box
2015-2024
Left side of trunk, under fuse box
Left side of trunk, under fuse box
2018-2024
Right side of trunk, under fuse box
Right side of trunk, under fuse box
2020-2024
Rear cargo area, under floor cover panel
Rear cargo area, under floor cover panel
2017-2024
Left side of trunk, under/near fuse box
Left side of trunk/loadspace area
2010-2016
Left side of loadspace, behind trim panel
Left side of loadspace, behind trim panel
2015-2024
Left trunk area, behind metal fuse box bracket
Left trunk area, behind fuse box bracket
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