Specs, fluids & service · 2004–2009 (US: 2005–2009)
Land Rover LR3 / Discovery 3 specs, fluids and service intervals
The numbers you need in the garage, on one page: spec sheet, capacities and service intervals, wheels and tires, and the parts to order. Sourced from owners, specialists and the factory; tags marked confirm in manual haven't been checked against a factory source yet.
Spec sheet
| PRODUCTION | 2004–2009 |
|---|---|
| CODE | L319 |
| LAUNCH | Revealed 2 April 2004; British International Motor Show, May 2004 |
| NAMES | Discovery 3; LR3 (North America, Middle East) |
| US MODEL YEARS | 2005–2009 |
| BODY | Integrated Body Frame, 5 or 7 seats |
| WHEELBASE | 113.6 in (2,885 mm) |
| LENGTH | 190.3 in (4,835 mm) |
| SUSPENSION | Independent double wishbone, air (coil on UK base) |
| 4WD | Permanent, two-speed transfer, locking centre diff |
| ENGINES | 4.4 V8 · 4.0 V6 · 2.7 TDV6 |
| CURB WEIGHT | 5,426 lb (2,461 kg), US V8 launch spec |
By year
| YEARS | PLATFORM | ENGINE | OUTPUT | NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004–2009 | Discovery 3 (UK/Europe/RoW) | 2.7 TDV6 diesel | 195 hp (145 kW) / 440 Nm | Six-speed manual standard, ZF six-speed auto optional. |
| 2004–2007 | Discovery 3 (UK) | 4.4 V8 petrol | 300 hp / 425 Nm | Automatic only; petrol dropped in the UK in 2007. |
| 2004–2009 | Discovery 3 base (UK/Europe) | 2.7 TDV6 | 195 hp / 440 Nm | Five seats, coil springs, no Terrain Response. |
| 2005–2007 MY | LR3 (US) | 4.0 Ford SOHC V6 | 216 hp | Base, then SE V6 for 2007; dropped for 2008. |
| 2005–2009 MY | LR3 (US) | 4.4 V8 (Jaguar AJ-V8 family) | 300 hp / 315 lb-ft (427 Nm) | ZF 6HP26 six-speed auto; V8-only from 2008. |
| 2008–2009 | Facelift | As above | — | Body-colour bumpers, clear side indicators, Harman/Kardon upgrade. |
Fluids, capacities & service intervals
Most LR3s have had cheap ownership for years, and on this truck deferred maintenance shows up as warning lights. Baseline the fluids in the ZF gearbox, transfer box and diffs that many owners never touch, do the TDV6 timing belt unless there's proof, and check the air suspension and parking brake with a diagnostic tool while the truck is on stands.
| ITEM | SPEC / CAPACITY | INTERVAL | NOTES & PARTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter (4.4 V8) | SAE 5W-30 to WSS-M2C205-A per the workshop manual · 7.7 L (8.1 US qt) with filter | Then per manual confirm in manual | 4.0 V6 and 2.7 TDV6 use different filters; check grade and capacity for those engines in the manual.LR031439 oil filter, 4.4 V8 · Lucky8 ↗4454116 oil filter, 4.0 V6 · Lucky8 ↗1311289 oil cooler filter set, 2.7 TDV6 · Lucky8 ↗ |
| Air filter | Paper element | Replace now | PHE000112 engine air filter, LR3 · Lucky8 ↗Service kit (filters, plugs, drain plug), LR3 4.4 V8 · Lucky8 ↗ |
| Cabin filter | Pollen or activated-carbon element | Replace now | JKR500010 cabin filter, LR3/LR4/RRS · Lucky8 ↗ |
| Spark plugs (V8) / glow plugs (TDV6) | LR005253 plugs (V8) · 1354289 glow plugs (TDV6) | Replace V8 plugs if undocumented; test glow plugs | LR005253 spark plug set x8, LR3 V8 · Lucky8 ↗1354289 diesel glow plug, LR3/LR4 · Lucky8 ↗ |
| Coolant | OAT ethylene-glycol coolant without methanol (Havoline XLC type) · 9.3 L, or 10 L with rear heater | Flush now; Lucky8 lists 5 years / 105,000 mi for LRN2279 | On the 4.4 V8, inspect the plastic thermostat housing and coolant tube while you're there.LRN2279 genuine antifreeze coolant, 1 gallon · Lucky8 ↗LR055301 expansion tank bleed screw · Lucky8 ↗ |
| Automatic gearbox (ZF 6HP26) | ZF-spec ATF (workshop manual lists Shell M1375.4) · 9.5 L dry fill | Pan, filter and fluid now | PistonHeads: Land Rover's interval was long; change it far more often. Replace the valve body sleeve while the pan is off.ZF 6HP26 service kit: pan, sleeve and fluid · Lucky8 ↗ |
| Transfer box | Land Rover transfer fluid (workshop manual lists Shell TF 0753) · about 1.4–1.5 L | Drain and refill now | Lucky8 lists IYK500010 as the LR3 transfer fluid.IYK500010 transfer case fluid, 1 L · Lucky8 ↗ |
| Front & rear differentials | Open diffs: Castrol SAF-XO 75W-90 · front 0.61 L, rear 1.1 L · ETM locking rear: Castrol SAF Carbon Mod Plus, 1.5 L | Drain and refill now | A rear locker needs its own fluid; don't fill it with ordinary gear oil.TYK500010 75W-90 diff fluid, non-locking diffs · Lucky8 ↗LR019727 rear electronic locking differential fluid · Lucky8 ↗ |
| Power steering | Land Rover PAS fluid STC50519 · 0.85 L | Inspect hoses; refresh if dark | STC50519 power steering fluid, 1 L · Lucky8 ↗ |
| Brake fluid | DOT 4 ESL (workshop data lists Shell Donax YB) | Flush now | |
| Timing belt (2.7 TDV6) | Belt, tensioner, pulleys and water pump | Now unless documented; PistonHeads advises within 6 years / 60,000 mi | Separate Euro 3 and Euro 4 kits exist; match the kit to your engine.LR019115 timing belt kit, Euro 4 TDV6 · Lucky8 ↗LR009324 water pump, 2.7 TDV6 · Lucky8 ↗ |
| Accessory belts (4.4 V8) | Primary and secondary poly-V belts, tensioner | Inspect now; replace if cracked or noisy | PQR500330 / PQS500221 primary and secondary belts, 4.4 V8 (Dayco) · Lucky8 ↗PQG500030 primary belt tensioner, 4.4 V8 · Lucky8 ↗ |
| Air suspension | Leak test, compressor run and temperature, height sensors | Check now; service the dryer if the compressor is tired | Read the suspension codes with a diagnostic tool; a dryer full of powdered desiccant can damage the valve blocks.VUB504700G compressor dryer · Lucky8 ↗JPO500010 compressor overhaul kit · Lucky8 ↗ |
| Parking brake & suspension bushes | EPB apply and release, rear shoes, front lower-arm bushes and ball joints | Inspect now | PistonHeads: dirt clogs the EPB, and the truck's weight wears bushes, ball joints and bearings.LR031947 parking brake shoe kit · Lucky8 ↗LR073366 front lower arm rear bush · Lucky8 ↗ |
Capability
| Towing | 7,716 lb (3,500 kg) braked 1,654 lb (750 kg) unbraked; US V8 launch spec |
|---|---|
| Payload | GVWR 7,121 lb (3,230 kg) Curb weight 5,426 lb, so roughly 1,700 lb payload |
| Fuel tank | 22.8 US gal (86.3 L) |
| Ground clearance | 7.3 in (185 mm) standard · 9.4 in (240 mm) off-road height |
| Approach / departure / breakover | 37.2° / 29.6° / 27.9° |
| Wading depth | 700 mm (27.6 in) |
| Wheel articulation | 255 mm front · 330 mm rear |
| Fuel economy | EPA 12–13 city / 17 hwy (4.4 V8) 4.0 V6: 13/18 (2005). UK TDV6 auto: 27.2 mpg (imperial) per PistonHeads |
| Curb weight | 5,426 lb (2,461 kg) US V8 launch spec |
| Turning circle | 37.6 ft (11.45 m) Curb to curb |
| Low range | 2.93:1 Two-speed transfer box |
Wheels & tires
| Factory tire | 255/60R18 on 8Jx18 (US SE) · 255/55R19 on 8Jx19 (US HSE) · 255/50R20 on 8.5Jx20 (option) |
|---|---|
| Bolt pattern | 5x120 |
| Center bore | 72.6 mm |
| Lug thread | M14x1.5 |
| Biggest tire · Stock | 265/65R18 or 285/60R18 (≈31 in) |
| Biggest tire · 2–2.5 in (lift rods) | 275/65R18 (≈32 in) |
| Biggest tire · +2 in coil conversion | 32–33 in |
Open the Land Rover LR3 / Discovery 3 in the tire fitment tool →
Common Land Rover LR3 / Discovery 3 repairs
- Rebuild or replace the air suspension compressorDIFFICULTY 3 / 5
- Front air spring or strutDIFFICULTY 3 / 5
- Ride height sensor replacementDIFFICULTY 2 / 5
- Electronic parking brake actuatorDIFFICULTY 4 / 5
- Front lower control arms and bushesDIFFICULTY 3 / 5
- ZF 6HP26 fluid, pan and filterDIFFICULTY 3 / 5
- TDV6 timing belt and water pumpDIFFICULTY 4 / 5
- 4.4 V8 thermostat housing and coolant tubeDIFFICULTY 3 / 5
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