Engine & identification
Vehicle identification
| No. of cylinders Type | 6/DOHC |
|---|---|
| Capacity cc | 2720 |
| Compression ratio :1 | 17,3 |
| Fuel system Make | Siemens |
| Fuel system Type | SID 201/4 |
Injection system
| Air metering Type | Mass/MAP |
|---|---|
| Fuel/injection pump assembly Make | Siemens |
| Pump type | Common rail |
| Fuel feed/lift pump delivery pressure bar | 0,5 |
Injection sequence
The injection sequence for the Land Rover Discovery 3 2.7 TDV6 (2004–2009) is 1-4-2-5-3-6.
| Injection sequence | 1-4-2-5-3-6 |
|---|
Valve clearances
Valve clearances on the Land Rover Discovery 3 2.7 TDV6 (2004–2009) 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 Discovery 3 2.7 TDV6 (2004–2009) takes 5.5 litres of engine oil with the filter. The specified engine oil grade is SAE 5W-30 semi-synthetic for all ambient temperatures, with oil specification WSS-M2C913-B and API/ACEA classification CF/B1.
Manual gearbox
The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 1.6 litres. The specified oil is Castrol BOT 338 Semi-synthetic.
Transfer box
The transfer box has a listed capacity of 1.5 litres. The specified oil is Shell TF 0753.
Coolant
The listed total cooling-system capacity is 9.4-13.1 litres.
Grades, filling conditions and capacities
| Engine oil options | |
|---|---|
| Ambient temperature range | All temperatures |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 5W-30 Semi-synthetic |
| Engine oil classification OEM | WSS-M2C913-B |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | CF/B1 |
| Engine with filter(s) litres | 5.5 |
| Other lubricants and capacities | |
| Manual transmission oil grade SAE | Castrol BOT 338 Semi-synthetic |
| Manual transmission litres | 1.6 |
| Automatic transmission fluid Type | Shell M-1375.4 |
| Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres | 9.5 |
| Differential oil grade - front SAE | 75W-90 |
| Differential front/AT litres | 0.6 |
| Differential oil grade - rear SAE | 75W-90 |
| Differential rear litres | 1.1 |
| Transfer box oil grade SAE | Shell TF 0753 |
| Transfer box litres | 1.5 |
| Cooling system - total capacity litres | 9.4-13.1 |
| Brake fluid Type | DOT 4 |
| Power steering fluid Type | Texaco PSF 14315 |
| Power steering fluid litres | 0.9 |
Brakes & wear limits
Brake disc thickness
Brake discs on the Land Rover Discovery 3 2.7 TDV6 (2004–2009) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 27 mm (ventilated) front and 17 mm rear.
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front | 27 mm |
|---|---|
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear | 17 mm |
Brake disc and drum dimensions
| Disc runout Front | 0,05 mm |
|---|---|
| Disc runout Rear | 0,09 mm |
| Minimum pad thickness Front | 3 mm |
| Minimum pad thickness Rear | 3 mm |
Bar lengths use a square-root scale so small and large values stay readable.
Service & electrical
Tuning and emissions
| Idle speed rpm | 750±50 |
|---|---|
| Rated no load speed rpm | 4650-4850 |
| Maximum time at governed speed secs | 1,8 |
| Test mode A/B | B |
| Probe type 1/2 | 1 |
| Smoke opacity - EU limit m-1 (%) | 3,00 (73) |
Starting and charging
| Battery V/RC(Ah) | 12 |
|---|---|
| Alternator output A/V/rpm | 90-150/-/- |
Service checks and adjustments
| Oil pressure bar/rpm | 1,9/3500 |
|---|---|
| Radiator cap bar | 1,10 |
| Thermostat opens °C | 88 |
Tightening torques
Cylinder head bolt torque
The cylinder head bolts on the Land Rover Discovery 3 2.7 TDV6 (2004–2009) are tightened in 4 stages: 20 Nm, then 40 Nm, then 80 Nm, then a final 180°.
| Cylinder head | |
|---|---|
| Renew bolts | Yes |
| Tighten | 20 Nm |
| Tighten | 40 Nm |
| Tighten | 80 Nm |
| Tighten | 180° |
| Cylinder head instructions | — | |
|---|---|---|
| Other engine tightening torques | ||
| Oil pump to cylinder block | 10 Nm | |
| Sump bolts | 10 Nm | |
| Sump drain bolt | 23 Nm | |
| Flywheel/driveplate | 50 Nm+45°+45° | |
| Clutch pressure plate | 25 Nm | |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt | 100 Nm+90° | |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper bolts | 14 Nm | |
| Camshaft sprocket/gear | 23 Nm | |
| Camshaft carrier/cap | 10 Nm | |
| Camshaft/rocker cover | 10 Nm | |
| Inlet manifold to cylinder head | 23 Nm | |
| Exhaust manifold to cylinder head | 23 Nm | |
| Water pump | 10 Nm | |
| Injector/clamp | 10 Nm | |
| Injector pipe unions | 1)15 Nm 2)30 Nm | |
| Fuel/injection pump sprocket/gear | 50 Nm | |
| Fuel/injection pump mounting | 23 Nm | |
| Glow plugs | 11 Nm | |
| Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor | 5 Nm | |
| Camshaft position (CMP) sensor | 10 Nm | |
| Knock sensor (KS) | 20 Nm | |
| Engine oil pressure switch | 15 Nm | |
| Oil filter | 25 Nm | |
| Chassis tightening torques | ||
| Front hub | 230 Nm | |
| Front hub - wheel bearing housing bolts | 115 Nm | |
| Rear hub | 350 Nm | |
| Steering wheel | 63 Nm | |
| Steering rack/box mounting | 175 Nm | |
| Steering track rod end | 76 Nm M14=150 Nm | |
| Brake disc to hub Front | 35 Nm | |
| Brake caliper to carrier Front | 35 Nm | |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front | 275 Nm | |
| Brake disc to hub Rear | 35 Nm | |
| Brake caliper to carrier Rear | 35 Nm | |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear | 115 Nm | |
| ABS sensor Front | 10 Nm | |
| ABS sensor Rear | 9 Nm | |
| Road wheels | 140 Nm | |
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 | No |
| Compressor variable displacement solenoid | Yes |
| Air conditioning refrigerant Type | R134a |
| Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams | 550 |
| Air conditioning oil group | PAG |
| Air conditioning oil Type | Dens Oil 8 |
| Air conditioning oil quantity cm³ | 130 |
| Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO | 46 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the injection sequence of the Land Rover Discovery 3 2.7 TDV6?
The injection sequence for the Land Rover Discovery 3 2.7 TDV6 (2004–2009) is 1-4-2-5-3-6.
How much oil does the Land Rover Discovery 3 2.7 TDV6 take?
The Land Rover Discovery 3 2.7 TDV6 (2004–2009) takes 5.5 litres of engine oil with the filter. The specified engine oil grade is SAE 5W-30 semi-synthetic for all ambient temperatures, with oil specification WSS-M2C913-B and API/ACEA classification CF/B1.
What are the valve clearances for the Land Rover Discovery 3 2.7 TDV6?
Valve clearances on the Land Rover Discovery 3 2.7 TDV6 (2004–2009) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.
What is the cylinder head torque for the Land Rover Discovery 3 2.7 TDV6?
The cylinder head bolts on the Land Rover Discovery 3 2.7 TDV6 (2004–2009) are tightened in 4 stages: 20 Nm, then 40 Nm, then 80 Nm, then a final 180°.
What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Land Rover Discovery 3 2.7 TDV6?
Brake discs on the Land Rover Discovery 3 2.7 TDV6 (2004–2009) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 27 mm (ventilated) front and 17 mm rear.