Land Rover2001–2007Technical specifications

Defender 2.5 TD5: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 2.5-litre diesel (engine code 15P). Covers engine, fluids, brakes, service, torques and air conditioning: the figures to check before a job or a parts order.

Updated 8 Sep 2026Common faults & fixes

Summary

Match the engine code (15P) and chassis (L316) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Land Rover
Model: Defender
Chassis: L316
Years: 2001–2007
Fuel: Diesel
Engine code: 15P

Performance & efficiency

Power: 90 kW (122 hp)
Engine size: 2,495 cc
Cylinders: 5 · OHC
Compression ratio: 19.5:1

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 7.2-8.2 litres

All 111 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	5/OHC
Capacity cc	2495
Compression ratio :1	19,5

Injection system

Air metering Type	Mass/MAP
Pump type	Unit injector
Injector nozzle Make	Lucas
Nozzle and holder assembly Part No.	EV1
Nozzle opening pressure - new/used bar	1750

Injection sequence

The injection sequence for the Land Rover Defender 2.5 TD5 (2001–2007) is 1-2-4-5-3.

Injection sequence	1-2-4-5-3

Valve clearances

Valve clearances on the Land Rover Defender 2.5 TD5 (2001–2007) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.

Valve clearance - INLET mm	Hydraulic
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm	Hydraulic

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Land Rover Defender 2.5 TD5 (2001–2007) takes 7.2-8.2 litres of engine oil with the filter.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 5W-30 for cold climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B1.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 5W-30 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B1.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 as an alternative for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B3.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 5W-30 for hot climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B1.

Manual gearbox

The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 2.4 litres. The specified oil is Texaco MTF 94.

Transfer box

The transfer box has a listed capacity of 2.3 litres. The specified oil is SAE 75W-90.

Coolant

The listed total cooling-system capacity is 13.0 litres.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range	Cold climate
Engine oil grade SAE	5W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	CF/B1
Ambient temperature range	Moderate climate
Engine oil grade SAE	5W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	CF/B1
Ambient temperature range	Moderate climate alternative
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	CF/B3
Ambient temperature range	Hot climate
Engine oil grade SAE	5W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	CF/B1
Engine with filter(s) litres	7.2-8.2
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE	Texaco MTF 94
Manual transmission litres	2.4
Differential oil grade - front SAE	90W
Differential front/AT litres	1.7
Differential oil grade - rear SAE	90W
Differential rear litres	1.7
Transfer box oil grade SAE	75W-90
Transfer box litres	2.3
Cooling system - total capacity litres	13.0
Brake fluid Type	DOT 4
Power steering fluid Type	Dexron II
Power steering fluid litres	3.4

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Land Rover Defender 2.5 TD5 (2001–2007) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 12 mm (solid) or 22 mm (ventilated) front and 10 mm rear.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - solid Front	12 mm
Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front	22 mm
Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear	10 mm
Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear	255,5 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Disc runout Front	0,15 mm
Disc runout Rear	0,15 mm
Minimum pad thickness Front	3 mm
Minimum pad thickness Rear	2 mm
Minimum shoe thickness Rear	2 mm
Parking brake travel No. of notches	3-4

Service & electrical

Battery

The Land Rover Defender 2.5 TD5 (2001–2007) uses a 12 V, 220 Ah battery (reserve capacity 110 minutes).

Battery V/RC(Ah)	12/110 (220)

Tuning and emissions

Adjusting method Engine/Pump	Special Tool/Special Tool
Idle speed rpm	740±50
Rated no load speed rpm	4850
Maximum time at governed speed secs	2,0
Test mode A/B	B
Probe type 1/2	1
Smoke opacity - EU limit m-1 (%)	3,00 (73)

Starting and charging

Maximum cranking amps A	298-364
Alternator output A/V/rpm	120

Service checks and adjustments

Oil pressure bar/rpm	1,5-3,0/3500
Radiator cap bar	1,40
Thermostat opens °C	82

Glow plugs

Glow plug nominal rating V/A	11/12
Glow plug activation time secs	20

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Land Rover Defender 2.5 TD5 (2001–2007) are tightened in 5 stages: 30 Nm, then 65 Nm, then 90°, then 180°, then a final 45°.

Cylinder head
Renew bolts	Yes
Tighten	30 Nm
Tighten	65 Nm
Tighten	90°
Tighten	180°
Tighten	45°

Other engine tightening torques
Cylinder head instructions	—
Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts	Yes
Main bearings Stage 1	33 Nm
Main bearings Stage 2	90°
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts	Yes
Big end bearings Stage 1	20 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 2	80°
Oil pump to cylinder block	13 Nm
Sump bolts	25 Nm
Sump drain bolt	23 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate	1)40 Nm 2)90°
Clutch pressure plate	25 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt	460 Nm
Camshaft sprocket/gear	37 Nm
Camshaft carrier/cap	25 Nm
Camshaft/rocker cover	10 Nm
Inlet manifold to cylinder head	25 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head	25 Nm
Exhaust downpipe to manifold	27 Nm
Water pump	10 Nm
Injector/clamp	32 Nm
Glow plugs	16 Nm
Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor	10 Nm
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor	15 Nm
Engine oil pressure switch	15 Nm
Oil filter	17 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub	210 Nm
Rear hub	210 Nm
Steering wheel	43-50 Nm
Steering rack/box mounting	80 Nm
Steering track rod end	40 Nm
Brake disc to hub Front	73 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front	82 Nm
Brake disc to hub Rear	73 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear	82 Nm
Road wheels	—

Air conditioning

No. of AC service connectors	2
Air conditioning restrictor type	Expansion valve
Compressor clutch/magnetic coupling	Yes
Compressor variable displacement solenoid	No
Air conditioning refrigerant Type	R134a
Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams	750±50
Air conditioning oil group	PAG
Air conditioning oil Type	Dens Oil 8
Air conditioning oil quantity cm³	180
Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO	46

Frequently asked questions

What is the injection sequence of the Land Rover Defender 2.5 TD5?

The injection sequence for the Land Rover Defender 2.5 TD5 (2001–2007) is 1-2-4-5-3.

How much oil does the Land Rover Defender 2.5 TD5 take?

The Land Rover Defender 2.5 TD5 (2001–2007) takes 7.2-8.2 litres of engine oil with the filter. A listed engine oil option is SAE 5W-30 for cold climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B1. A listed engine oil option is SAE 5W-30 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B1. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 as an alternative for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B3. A listed engine oil option is SAE 5W-30 for hot climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B1.

What are the valve clearances for the Land Rover Defender 2.5 TD5?

Valve clearances on the Land Rover Defender 2.5 TD5 (2001–2007) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.

What is the cylinder head torque for the Land Rover Defender 2.5 TD5?

The cylinder head bolts on the Land Rover Defender 2.5 TD5 (2001–2007) are tightened in 5 stages: 30 Nm, then 65 Nm, then 90°, then 180°, then a final 45°.

What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Land Rover Defender 2.5 TD5?

Brake discs on the Land Rover Defender 2.5 TD5 (2001–2007) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 12 mm (solid) or 22 mm (ventilated) front and 10 mm rear.

What battery does the Land Rover Defender 2.5 TD5 use?

The Land Rover Defender 2.5 TD5 (2001–2007) uses a 12 V, 220 Ah battery (reserve capacity 110 minutes).