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Defender 2007-16, Puma Cooling

Land Rover Defender Puma Cooling

Our Defender Puma cooling category covers cooling and related parts for Defender models from 2007 to 2016. The category brings together the components you need to find the right part more easily, with sections for radiators, thermostats, hoses and pipes, plus other cooling system parts.

Defender Puma Cooling Parts

The Defender Puma category gives you a focused place to search for parts for the 2007 to 2016 Defender. If you own a Land Rover Defender Puma, checking the relevant section first helps narrow your search before you look at individual products.

This makes routine parts shopping simpler, especially when you know which area of the cooling system needs attention. Product listings give you the information needed to check suitability before ordering.

Land Rover Defender Radiator Parts

If you're looking for a Land Rover Defender radiator, the category includes a dedicated radiator section, along with radiator and expansion caps. This gives you a clear route to the cooling parts listed for the Defender Puma range.

Owners of the Defender 2.4 TDCi can also use the category to browse the available cooling parts. Check each product listing before ordering so you can match the component to your vehicle.

Defender Puma Radiator Parts

The Defender Puma radiator section makes it easier to find radiator parts without searching through the wider Defender catalogue. Other cooling sections are also available, so you can check related components from the same category.

Browse our Defender Puma cooling category to find the part you need and check its application before ordering.

Air Con Kit RHD/LHD Defender 2007-16 - LL1551BP - Britpart

Usually in stock at our supplier, allow 1 week for delivery

£3,181.87

£3,181.88ex VAT£3,818.26inc UK VAT

Expansion Tank Cap - PCD100160P1 - MG Motor

In stock

£5.63

£5.63ex VAT£6.76inc UK VAT

Radiator & Expansion Caps

Thermostats

Hoses & Pipes

Expansion Tanks

Water Pumps

Radiators

Viscous Fans/Couplings

Oil Cooler Parts

Intercooler Hoses

Revotec Fan Conversions

Air Conditioning Kits

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the common engine problems with the Land Rover Defender Puma?

The Puma-era Defender, built between 2007 and 2016 with the 2.4 and later 2.2 TDCi engines, is known for a handful of recurring issues. Cooling system faults are common, including failing water pumps, cracked expansion tanks and thermostats that stick open or closed. Owners also report EGR valve and swirl flap problems, along with turbo wear on higher mileage examples, so regular checks of the cooling and emissions systems help avoid bigger repairs.

Do Land Rovers take special coolant?

Most Land Rovers, including the Puma-generation Defender, use an OAT (organic acid technology) coolant rather than the older blue or green types. Mixing coolant types can cause corrosion within the cooling system, so it is worth checking the correct specification before topping up or refilling. Using the wrong coolant is a common cause of premature radiator and water pump failure.

Do Land Rover Defenders have cooled seats?

No, the Puma-generation Defender is a working, utilitarian vehicle and was never fitted with ventilated or cooled seats from the factory. That feature is found on Land Rover's more luxury-focused models, such as the Range Rover, rather than the Defender range. Puma Defender seating focused on durability rather than comfort extras.

Which is better, the Defender TD5 or the Puma?

It depends on what an owner values most. The Puma, with its 2.4 or 2.2 TDCi engine, offers more power, better refinement and improved electronics compared with the older TD5, making it a more comfortable daily drive. The TD5 is mechanically simpler with fewer emissions-related components, which some owners prefer for easier maintenance, so the choice often comes down to whether refinement or simplicity matters more.

What are the signs of a failing water pump or thermostat on a Defender Puma?

A failing water pump often shows up as coolant leaking from the front of the engine, a whining noise from the pulley area, or the engine running hotter than normal. A faulty thermostat tends to cause the temperature gauge to behave erratically, either staying low for too long or climbing quickly towards overheating. Either fault left unchecked can lead to more serious engine damage, so it is worth investigating promptly if these symptoms appear.