Specs, fluids & service · 2009–2016 (US: 2010–2016)
Land Rover LR4 / Discovery 4 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
| MODEL CODE | L319 |
|---|---|
| NAMES | Discovery 4 · LR4 (N. America, Middle East) |
| PRODUCTION | 2009–2016 |
| US MODEL YEARS | 2010–2016 |
| PLANT | Solihull, UK |
| CONSTRUCTION | Integrated Body Frame |
| WHEELBASE | 113.6 in (2,885 mm) |
| LENGTH | 190.5 in (4,838 mm) |
| SUSPENSION | Independent, cross-linked air |
| US ENGINES | 5.0 V8 · 3.0 supercharged V6 |
| CURB WEIGHT | From 5,617 lb (V8) |
| MAX TOWING | 7,716 lb (3,500 kg) |
By year
| YEARS | PLATFORM | ENGINE | OUTPUT | NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010–2013 MY | LR4 (US) | 5.0 V8 (AJ133) | 375 hp / 375 lb-ft | ZF six-speed auto; two-speed transfer box. |
| 2014–2016 MY | LR4 (US) | 3.0 supercharged V6 (AJ126) | 340 hp / 332 lb-ft | ZF 8HP70 eight-speed; single-speed transfer standard, two-speed in HD package. |
| 2009–2010 | Discovery 4 (Europe) | 2.7 TDV6 | 190 PS / 440 Nm | Base GS and Commercial; six-speed manual or auto. |
| 2009–2016 | Discovery 4 (Europe) | 3.0 TDV6 / SDV6 twin-turbo diesel | 211–258 PS / 520–600 Nm | Eight-speed auto for diesels from 2012. |
| 2009–2013 | Discovery 4 (some markets) | 4.0 V6 petrol; 5.0 V8 petrol | 219 PS (V6); 375 PS (V8) | V8 sold outside the UK; the 4.0 V6 in some Asian markets. |
| 2014–2016 | Discovery 4 (some markets) | 3.0 supercharged V6 | 340 PS / 460 Nm | Replaced the petrol V6 and V8. |
Fluids, capacities & service intervals
Most LR4s are now past 100,000 miles on a 15,000-mile factory oil interval, and the handbook calls the gearbox 'filled for life'. Baseline everything, and treat the cooling-system plastics and the air suspension as part of the service, not as optional extras. Fluid specs below are from Land Rover's Discovery 4 owner guides; check your own handbook for 2014–16 SC V6 figures.
| ITEM | SPEC / CAPACITY | INTERVAL | NOTES & PARTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5.0 V8: SAE 5W-20 to WSS-M2C925-A, 8.0 L (17 US pt) with filter · 3.0 SC V6: 5W-20 to WSS-M2C925-A (2014 TSB); owners report 0W-20 to STJLR.51.5122 for 2015–16, ≈8 L confirm in manual | Then every 5,000–7,500 mi (owner practice; factory interval was 15,000 mi) | Cartridge filter (LR011279) sits on top of the engine; the housing is marked with its torque (25 N·m). Most owners extract the oil from the top.LR011279 oil filter with O-rings (LR4 5.0 2010–13, 3.0 SC 2014–16) · Lucky8 ↗Oil change kit 5.0 V8 / V6 SC (filter + drain plug) · Lucky8 ↗ |
| Engine air filter | LR011593 element (5.0 V8 and 3.0 SC) | Replace now; check often on dusty trails | Direct-injection engines don't forgive dust, and one owner found sand packed around the injectors after desert trips.LR011593 Mann air filter (LR4) · Lucky8 ↗LR161843 genuine air filter (LR4 3.0/5.0) · Lucky8 ↗ |
| Cabin filter | JKR500010 | Replace now | JKR500010 Mann cabin/pollen filter (LR3/LR4) · Lucky8 ↗ |
| Spark plugs | 5.0 V8: NGK LR032080 ×8 · 3.0 SC V6: confirm in manual | Replace now unless documented | While the coils are out, look for oil in the plug wells (the 5.0 timing kit includes new plug-tube seals).LR032080 genuine NGK spark plug, 5.0 V8 (each) · Lucky8 ↗LR4 3.0 supercharged spark plug search · Atlantic British ↗ |
| Coolant & cooling plastics | 50% Castrol SF antifreeze and water · 5.0 V8: 17 L (36 US pt) refill · 3.0 SC V6: confirm in manual | Pressure-test now; crossover pipes, manifolds, pump and thermostat at 60,000–90,000 mi if undocumented (owner practice) | This is the LR4's weakest system. Replace the expansion-tank cap too, and use genuine or aluminium pipes rather than cheap copies.LR010965 coolant expansion tank cap (LR4 2010–16 petrol) · Lucky8 ↗LR010800 water pump outlet pipe O-ring set (LR4 2010–16) · Lucky8 ↗ |
| Automatic transmission | 2010–13 ZF six-speed: Shell ATF M1375.4 · 2014–16 ZF 8HP70: ZF-spec fluid confirm in manual | Handbook says 'filled for life'; Lucky8 recommends 50,000–75,000 mi for the eight-speed | The filter is built into the pan on both gearboxes, so a proper service means a new pan. Fill and level at the specified temperature.ZF six-speed service kit with pan, sleeve and fluid (LR4 2010–13) · Lucky8 ↗LR065238 ZF 8HP70 pan kit with fluid (LR4 2014–16) · Lucky8 ↗ |
| Transfer box | Shell TF 0753 · 1.5 L (3.2 US pt) · 2014–16 single-speed unit: confirm in manual | Change now if undocumented | Rock Oil transfer case fluid IYK500010, set of 2 × 1 L (LR4 2010–16) · Lucky8 ↗ |
| Front differential | SAF XO · 0.56 L (1.1 US pt) wet fill | Change now if undocumented | TYK500010 genuine 75W-90 differential fluid, non-locking diffs · Lucky8 ↗ |
| Rear differential | Open: SAF XO · 1.18 L (2.49 US pt) · Electronic locking: Castrol SAF Carbon Mod Plus · 1.72 L (3.64 US pt) | Change now if undocumented | The locking diff needs its own friction-modified fluid; don't use the open-diff oil.LR019727 genuine rear electronic locking differential fluid · Lucky8 ↗TYK500010 genuine 75W-90 differential fluid (open rear) · Lucky8 ↗ |
| Brake fluid | Shell DOT4 ESL, or a low-viscosity DOT4 meeting ISO 4925 class 6 and LRES22BF03 | Flush now; then confirm in manual | Check pads, discs and parking-brake shoes while the wheels are off.LR4 brake fluid search · Atlantic British ↗ |
| Power steering fluid | Texaco Cold Climate PAS fluid | Check level and hoses now | LR4 power steering fluid search · Atlantic British ↗ |
| Drive belts | 5.0 V8: primary LR011345, secondary LR012663 | Inspect now; replace if cracked or coolant-soaked | A coolant leak can soak the belts and make them slip, as one owner found.LR011345 primary serpentine belt, 5.0 V8 · Lucky8 ↗LR012663 secondary drive belt, 5.0 V8 · Lucky8 ↗ |
| Air suspension health check | Overnight drop test at off-road height; compressor run time; soap-test fittings | Now, and before any long trip | Leaks kill compressors. If the compressor has been changed, make sure the EAS software matches the Hitachi or AMK unit fitted.RVH000095 front axle EAS valve block (LR4 2010–16) · Lucky8 ↗LR4 air suspension parts search · Atlantic British ↗ |
Capability
| Towing | 7,716 lb (3,500 kg) braked gross train weight 14,859 lb (6,740 kg) |
|---|---|
| Gross vehicle weight | 7,143 lb (3,240 kg) |
| Roof load | 165 lb (75 kg) including the rack |
| Fuel tank | 23 US gal (86 L) usable petrol; diesels 82 L |
| Ground clearance | 9.4 in (240 mm) at off-road height 7.3 in (185 mm) at standard height |
| Approach / departure | 36.2° / 28.1° off-road height; Land Rover quotes the ramp angle as 125.4° |
| Wading depth | 28 in (700 mm) off-road height; 24 in (600 mm) at standard height |
| Fuel economy | EPA 12–13 city / 17 hwy (V8); 15 / 19 (SC V6) 14 and 16 mpg combined; premium fuel |
| Curb weight | 5,617 lb (2,548 kg) V8; 5,655 lb SC V6 handbook (V8); 2014 HSE fact sheet (V6) |
| Turning circle | 37.5 ft (11.45 m) curb to curb |
Wheels & tires
| Factory tire | 255/50R19 (8J and 9J x 19) · 255/50R20 (8.5J x 20) |
|---|---|
| Bolt pattern | 5x120 |
| Center bore | 72.6 mm |
| Lug thread | M14x1.5 |
| Biggest tire · Stock | 265/50R20 · 265/65R18 on aftermarket 18s |
| Biggest tire · 2.5 in (lift rods) | 275/65R18 – 265/70R18 (≈33 in) |
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Common Land Rover LR4 / Discovery 4 repairs
- Coolant crossover pipe, water pump & thermostat (5.0 V8)DIFFICULTY 3 / 5
- Supercharger-off cooling refresh & isolator (3.0 SC V6, 2014–16)DIFFICULTY 4 / 5
- Timing chain tensioners & guides (5.0 V8)DIFFICULTY 5 / 5
- Air suspension compressorDIFFICULTY 3 / 5
- Air strut / air spring replacementDIFFICULTY 3 / 5
- Front lower control arms (bushings & ball joints)DIFFICULTY 3 / 5
- Automatic transmission fluid & pan/filter serviceDIFFICULTY 3 / 5
- Brake pads, discs & parking-brake shoesDIFFICULTY 2 / 5
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