Engine & identification
Vehicle identification
| No. of cylinders Type | 6/DOHC |
|---|---|
| Capacity cc | 2997 |
| Compression ratio :1 | 15,5 |
| Fuel system Make | Bosch |
Injection system
| Air metering Type | Mass/MAP |
|---|---|
| Pump type | Common rail |
| Fuel main pump delivery pressure bar | 2500 Max |
Valve clearances
Valve clearances on the Land Rover Defender 3 D250 MHEV (2020–2026) 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 3 D250 MHEV (2020–2026) takes 8.8 litres of engine oil with the filter. The specified engine oil grade is SAE 0W-30 for all ambient temperatures, with oil specification STJLR.03.5007 and API/ACEA classification /C2.
Transfer box
The transfer box has a listed capacity of 1.5 litres. The specified oil is Shell TF 0753.
Coolant
The listed coolant type is Havoline XLC. The recorded coolant colour is Orange. The listed total cooling-system capacity is 14.5 litres.
Grades, filling conditions and capacities
| Engine oil options | |
|---|---|
| Ambient temperature range | All temperatures |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 0W-30 |
| Engine oil classification OEM | STJLR.03.5007 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | /C2 |
| Engine with filter(s) litres | 8.8 |
| Other lubricants and capacities | |
| Automatic transmission fluid Type | Shell L12108 (ZF Lifeguard 8) |
| Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres | — |
| View more information | — |
| Filling and checking level | |
| Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres | 8.5 |
| Automatic transmission - dry-fill capacity | |
| Differential oil grade - front SAE | Castrol BOT750B |
| Differential front/AT litres | 0.50-0.52 |
| Front differential | |
| Differential oil grade - rear SAE | Castrol BOT750B |
| Differential rear litres | 0.84-0.86 |
| Rear differential | |
| Transfer box oil grade SAE | Shell TF 0753 |
| Transfer box litres | 1.5 |
| Coolant Type | Havoline XLC |
| Coolant Colour | Orange |
| Cooling system - total capacity litres | 14.5 |
| Cooling system | |
| Brake fluid Type | DOT 4 |
| Brake fluid classification | ISO Class 6 |
| Brake fluid litres | 0.9 |
| Selective catalytic reduction (SCR) additive Type | AdBlue (AUS 32) |
Brakes & wear limits
Brake disc thickness
Brake discs on the Land Rover Defender 3 D250 MHEV (2020–2026) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 32 mm (ventilated) front and 23 mm (ventilated) rear.
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front | 32 mm |
|---|---|
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - front | |
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Rear | 23 mm |
Brake disc and drum dimensions
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - front | ||
|---|---|---|
| Minimum pad thickness Front | — | |
| Minimum brake pad thickness - front | ||
| Minimum pad thickness Rear | 3 mm | |
Bar lengths use a square-root scale so small and large values stay readable.
Service & electrical
Service checks and adjustments
| Radiator cap bar | 1,40 |
|---|---|
| Thermostat opens °C | 90 |
Tightening torques
Cylinder head bolt torque
The cylinder head bolts on the Land Rover Defender 3 D250 MHEV (2020–2026) are tightened in 3 stages: 50 Nm, then 90°, then a final 190°.
| Cylinder head | |
|---|---|
| Renew bolts | Yes |
| Tighten | 50 Nm |
| Tighten | 90° |
| Tighten | 190° |
| Tighten | M6=12 Nm |
| Cylinder head instructions | — | |
|---|---|---|
| Other engine tightening torques | ||
| Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts | Yes | |
| Main bearings Stage 1 | — | |
| Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts | Yes | |
| Big end bearings Stage 1 | 20 Nm | |
| Big end bearings Stage 2 | 125° | |
| Oil pump to cylinder block | 25 Nm | |
| Sump bolts | — | |
| View more information | — | |
| Lower oil pan | ||
| Sump drain bolt | 23 Nm | |
| Flywheel/driveplate | -/30 Nm+120° | |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper bolts | 37 Nm+90° | |
| Camshaft sprocket/gear | 80 Nm+90° | |
| Camshaft carrier/cap | 12 Nm | |
| Camshaft/rocker cover | 1)10 Nm 2)30 Nm | |
| Inlet manifold to cylinder head | 12 Nm | |
| Exhaust manifold to cylinder head | 1)10 Nm 2)18 Nm | |
| Water pump | 25 Nm | |
| Injector/clamp | 11 Nm+236° | |
| Injector pipe unions | 11 Nm+62° | |
| Glow plugs | 18 Nm | |
| Glow plugs | ||
| Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor | 8 Nm | |
| Camshaft position (CMP) sensor | 8 Nm | |
| Nitrogen oxide (NOx) sensor | 60 Nm | |
| Engine oil pressure switch | 15 Nm | |
| Oil filter | 25 Nm | |
| Chassis tightening torques | ||
| Front hub | 120 Nm+60° | |
| Front hub - wheel bearing housing bolts | — | |
| Front hub - wheel bearing housing bolts | ||
| Rear hub | 120 Nm+60° | |
| Steering wheel | 48 Nm | |
| Steering rack/box mounting | 110 Nm+180° | |
| Steering track rod end | 140 Nm | |
| Brake disc to hub Front | 10 Nm | |
| Brake caliper to carrier Front | 35 Nm | |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front | 133 Nm+60° | |
| Brake disc to hub Rear | 10 Nm | |
| Brake disc to hub - rear | ||
| Brake caliper to carrier Rear | 35 Nm | |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear | 110 Nm+120° | |
| ABS sensor Front | 9 Nm | |
| ABS sensor Rear | 9 Nm | |
| Road wheels | — | |
Bar lengths use a square-root scale so small and large values stay readable.
Air conditioning
| No. of AC service connectors | 2 |
|---|---|
| Air conditioning restrictor type | Expansion valve |
| Compressor clutch/magnetic coupling | Yes |
| Compressor variable displacement solenoid | Yes |
| Air conditioning refrigerant Type | — |
| Do not mix R134a with R1234yf. | |
| Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams | 650±10 |
| Air conditioning refrigerant quantity | |
| Air conditioning oil group | PAG |
| Air conditioning oil Type | SPA2 |
| Air conditioning oil quantity cm³ | 80 |
Frequently asked questions
How much oil does the Land Rover Defender 3 D250 MHEV take?
The Land Rover Defender 3 D250 MHEV (2020–2026) takes 8.8 litres of engine oil with the filter. The specified engine oil grade is SAE 0W-30 for all ambient temperatures, with oil specification STJLR.03.5007 and API/ACEA classification /C2.
What are the valve clearances for the Land Rover Defender 3 D250 MHEV?
Valve clearances on the Land Rover Defender 3 D250 MHEV (2020–2026) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.
What is the cylinder head torque for the Land Rover Defender 3 D250 MHEV?
The cylinder head bolts on the Land Rover Defender 3 D250 MHEV (2020–2026) are tightened in 3 stages: 50 Nm, then 90°, then a final 190°.
What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Land Rover Defender 3 D250 MHEV?
Brake discs on the Land Rover Defender 3 D250 MHEV (2020–2026) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 32 mm (ventilated) front and 23 mm (ventilated) rear.