Engine & identification
Vehicle identification
| No. of cylinders Type | 6/DOHC |
|---|---|
| Capacity cc | 2993 |
| Compression ratio :1 | 16,1 |
| Fuel system Make | Bosch |
| Fuel system Type | EDC 17CP55.2 |
Injection system
| Air metering Type | Mass/MAP |
|---|---|
| Pump type | Common rail |
| Fuel main pump delivery pressure bar | 2000 Max |
Injection sequence
The injection sequence for the Land Rover Discovery 3.0 Sd6 (2018–2021) is 1-4-2-5-3-6.
| Injection sequence | 1-4-2-5-3-6 |
|---|
Valve clearances
Valve clearances on the Land Rover Discovery 3.0 Sd6 (2018–2021) 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 3.0 Sd6 (2018–2021) takes 5.9 litres of engine oil with the filter. The specified engine oil grade is SAE 5W-30 for all ambient temperatures, with oil specification STJLR.03.5005.
Coolant
The listed coolant type is Havoline XLC. The recorded coolant colour is Orange. The listed total cooling-system capacity is 9.4 litres.
Grades, filling conditions and capacities
| Engine oil options | |
|---|---|
| Ambient temperature range | All temperatures |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil classification OEM | STJLR.03.5005 |
| Engine with filter(s) litres | 5.9 |
| 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 | 75W-90 Castrol SAF-XO |
| Differential front/AT litres | 0.51-0.54 |
| Differential oil grade - rear SAE | 75W-90 Castrol SAF-XO |
| Differential rear litres | 0.85-0.87 |
| Transfer box oil grade SAE | — |
| Transfer box litres | — |
| Coolant Type | Havoline XLC |
| Coolant Colour | Orange |
| Cooling system - total capacity litres | 9.4 |
| Cooling system | |
| Brake fluid Type | DOT 4 |
| Brake fluid classification | LRES22BF03 |
| Brake fluid litres | 0.9 |
| Selective catalytic reduction (SCR) additive Type | AdBlue (AUS 32/ARLA 32) |
| Selective catalytic reduction (SCR) additive litres | 18.0 |
Brakes & wear limits
Brake disc thickness
Brake discs on the Land Rover Discovery 3.0 Sd6 (2018–2021) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 31 mm (ventilated) front and 23 mm (ventilated) rear.
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front | 31 mm |
|---|---|
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Rear | 23 mm |
Brake disc and drum dimensions
| Disc runout Front | 0,05 mm |
|---|---|
| Disc runout Rear | 0,07 mm |
| Minimum pad thickness Front | 2 mm |
| Minimum pad thickness Rear | 3 mm |
Service & electrical
Glow plugs
Glow plugs for the Land Rover Discovery 3.0 Sd6 (2018–2021): Original equipment 9X2Q-6M090-AC and Bosch 250603005.
| Glow plug - part no. Original equipment | 9X2Q-6M090-AC |
|---|---|
| Glow plug - part no. Bosch | 250603005 |
Service checks and adjustments
| Thermostat opens °C | 82-96 |
|---|
Tightening torques
Cylinder head bolt torque
The cylinder head bolts on the Land Rover Discovery 3.0 Sd6 (2018–2021) are tightened in 5 stages: 20 Nm, then 40 Nm, then 80 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.
| Cylinder head | |
|---|---|
| Renew bolts | Yes |
| Tighten | 20 Nm |
| Tighten | 40 Nm |
| Tighten | 80 Nm |
| Tighten | 90° |
| Tighten | 90° |
| Cylinder head instructions | — |
|---|---|
| Other engine tightening torques | |
| Oil pump to cylinder block | 10 Nm |
| View more information | — |
| Sump bolts | M6=10 Nm M8=23 Nm |
| View more information | — |
| Assemble components within 7 minutes. | |
| Flywheel/driveplate | -/45 Nm+90° |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt | 1)150 Nm 2)300 Nm+90° |
| View more information | — |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt | |
| Camshaft sprocket/gear | — |
| View more information | — |
| Camshaft carrier/cap | — |
| View more information | — |
| Inlet manifold to cylinder head | 10 Nm |
| Exhaust manifold to cylinder head | 1)5 Nm 2)28 Nm |
| Water pump | 10 Nm |
| Injector/clamp | 9 Nm |
| Injector pipe unions | 1)15 Nm 2)35 Nm |
| Fuel/injection pump sprocket/gear | 50 Nm |
| Fuel/injection pump mounting | 23 Nm |
| Glow plugs | 10 Nm |
| Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor | 5 Nm |
| Camshaft position (CMP) sensor | 10 Nm |
| Nitrogen oxide (NOx) sensor | 48 Nm |
| Engine oil pressure switch | 14 Nm |
| Oil filter | 25 Nm |
| Chassis tightening torques | |
| Front hub | 120 Nm+60° |
| Rear hub | 120 Nm+60° |
| Steering wheel | 48 Nm |
| Steering rack/box mounting | 110 Nm+240° |
| 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 | |
| Brake caliper to carrier Rear | 10 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier | |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear | 110 Nm+120° |
| ABS sensor Front | 9 Nm |
| ABS sensor Rear | 9 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 | Yes |
| Air conditioning refrigerant Type | — |
| Do not mix R134a with R1234yf. | |
| Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams | 800±10 |
| Air conditioning oil group | PAG |
| Air conditioning oil Type | SPA2 |
| Air conditioning oil quantity cm³ | 80 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the injection sequence of the Land Rover Discovery 3.0 Sd6?
The injection sequence for the Land Rover Discovery 3.0 Sd6 (2018–2021) is 1-4-2-5-3-6.
What glow plugs does the Land Rover Discovery 3.0 Sd6 use?
Glow plugs for the Land Rover Discovery 3.0 Sd6 (2018–2021): Original equipment 9X2Q-6M090-AC and Bosch 250603005.
How much oil does the Land Rover Discovery 3.0 Sd6 take?
The Land Rover Discovery 3.0 Sd6 (2018–2021) takes 5.9 litres of engine oil with the filter. The specified engine oil grade is SAE 5W-30 for all ambient temperatures, with oil specification STJLR.03.5005.
What are the valve clearances for the Land Rover Discovery 3.0 Sd6?
Valve clearances on the Land Rover Discovery 3.0 Sd6 (2018–2021) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.
What is the cylinder head torque for the Land Rover Discovery 3.0 Sd6?
The cylinder head bolts on the Land Rover Discovery 3.0 Sd6 (2018–2021) are tightened in 5 stages: 20 Nm, then 40 Nm, then 80 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.
What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Land Rover Discovery 3.0 Sd6?
Brake discs on the Land Rover Discovery 3.0 Sd6 (2018–2021) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 31 mm (ventilated) front and 23 mm (ventilated) rear.