Engine & identification
Vehicle identification
| No. of cylinders Type | 6/DOHC |
|---|---|
| Capacity (Fiscal) cc | 3192 |
| Compression ratio :1 | 10,8 |
| Suitable for unleaded petrol | Yes |
| Minimum octane rating RON | 91 |
| Ignition system Make | Denso |
| Ignition system Description | Map-DI |
| Trigger location | Cam/Crankshaft |
| Fuel system Make | Denso |
| Fuel system Description | MFI-s |
| Air metering Type | Mass/MAP |
| Combined ignition and fuel ECM | Yes |
| Diagnostic socket | Yes |
Ignition system
| Ignition coil Make | Denso |
|---|---|
| Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V | 12,0 |
Firing order
The firing order for the Land Rover Freelander 2 3.2 i6 (2006–2013) is 1-5-3-6-2-4.
| Firing order | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
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Engine oil & fluids
Engine oil
The Land Rover Freelander 2 3.2 i6 (2006–2013) takes 7.7 litres of engine oil with the filter. The specified engine oil grade is SAE 0W-30 for all ambient temperatures, with API/ACEA classification /A5.
Transfer box
See the reference table for the complete transfer box entries and their conditions.
Coolant
The listed total cooling-system capacity is 8.0 litres.
Grades, filling conditions and capacities
| Engine oil options | |
|---|---|
| Ambient temperature range | All temperatures |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 0W-30 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | /A5 |
| Engine with filter(s) litres | 7.7 |
| Other lubricants and capacities | |
| Automatic transmission fluid Type | Esso JWS 3309 |
| Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres | 7.0 |
| Automatic transmission fluid - dry fill capacity | |
| Differential oil grade - rear SAE | 80W-90 |
| Differential oil classification - rear | GL-5 |
| Transfer box oil grade SAE | 80W-90 |
| Transfer box oil classification | GL-5 |
| Transfer box litres | 0.8 |
| Transfer box | |
| Cooling system - total capacity litres | 8.0 |
| Brake fluid Type | DOT 4 |
| Power steering fluid Type | Pentosin CHF 202 |
| Power steering fluid litres | 1.0 |
Brakes & wear limits
Brake disc thickness
Brake discs on the Land Rover Freelander 2 3.2 i6 (2006–2013) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 25 mm (ventilated) front and 18 mm (ventilated) rear.
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front | 25 mm |
|---|---|
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Rear | 18 mm |
Brake disc and drum dimensions
| Disc runout Front | 0,08 mm |
|---|---|
| Minimum pad thickness Front | 2 mm |
| Parking brake travel No. of notches | 3-9 |
Service & electrical
Ignition timing
The ignition timing on the Land Rover Freelander 2 3.2 i6 (2006–2013) is not adjustable.
| Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm | Not adjustable |
|---|
Battery
The Land Rover Freelander 2 3.2 i6 (2006–2013) uses a 12 V, 80 Ah battery (reserve capacity 125 minutes).
| Battery V/RC(Ah) | 12/125 (80) |
|---|
Spark plugs
The Land Rover Freelander 2 3.2 i6 (2006–2013) uses NGK LPR6D spark plugs with a 0,6 mm electrode gap.
| Spark plug Type | LR001394 |
|---|---|
| Electrode gap mm | 0,6 |
| Spark plugs Make | NGK |
| Spark plug Type | LPR6D |
| Electrode gap mm | 0,6 |
Tuning and emissions
| Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm | ECM Controlled |
|---|---|
| Idle speed rpm | 800±50 Not adjustable |
| CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO | 0,3 Max Not adjustable |
| HC level at idle speed ppm | 100 |
| CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO2 | 14,5-16 |
| O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O2 | 0,1-0,5 |
Starting and charging
| Alternator output A/V/rpm | 150/12/2500 |
|---|
Service checks and adjustments
| Valve clearance - INLET mm | Hydraulic |
|---|---|
| Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm | 0,40-0,50 cold |
| Oil pressure bar/rpm | 3,45/4000 |
| Radiator cap bar | 1,00 |
| Thermostat opens °C | 90 |
Fuel system
| Fuel pump delivery pressure bar | 4,2 |
|---|---|
| Regulated pressure with vacuum bar | 3,8 |
Tightening torques
Cylinder head bolt torque
The cylinder head bolts on the Land Rover Freelander 2 3.2 i6 (2006–2013) are tightened in 5 stages: 45 Nm, then slacken off 360°, then 45 Nm, then 90°, then a final 180°.
| Cylinder head | |
|---|---|
| Renew bolts | Yes |
| Tighten | 45 Nm |
| Slacken off | 360° |
| Tighten | 45 Nm |
| Tighten | 90° |
| Tighten | 180° |
| Cylinder head instructions | — |
|---|---|
| Other engine tightening torques | |
| Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts | Yes |
| Big end bearings Stage 1 | 1)12 Nm 2)20 Nm |
| Big end bearings Stage 2 | 3)90° |
| Oil pump to cylinder block | 17 Nm M10=45 Nm |
| Sump drain bolt | 30 Nm |
| Flywheel/driveplate | 45 Nm+50° |
| Camshaft sprocket/gear | 110 Nm EX=75 Nm+90° |
| Camshaft carrier/cap | 16 Nm |
| Camshaft/rocker cover | 16 Nm |
| Inlet manifold to cylinder head | 16 Nm |
| Exhaust manifold to cylinder head | 25 Nm |
| Water pump | 17 Nm |
| Spark plugs | 27 Nm |
| Fuel rail | 10 Nm |
| Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor | 10 Nm |
| Camshaft position (CMP) sensor | 10 Nm |
| Lambda sensor (Oxygen) | 45 Nm |
| Knock sensor (KS) | 20 Nm |
| Oil filter | 25 Nm |
| Chassis tightening torques | |
| Front hub | 45 Nm+60° |
| Rear hub | 330 Nm+30° |
| Steering rack/box mounting | 105 Nm |
| Steering track rod end | 70 Nm |
| Brake disc to hub Front | 35 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Front | 27 Nm |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front | 200 Nm |
| Brake disc to hub Rear | 35 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Rear | 30 Nm |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear | 110 Nm |
| ABS sensor Front | 10 Nm |
| ABS sensor Rear | 5 Nm |
| Road wheels | 1)70 Nm 2)133 Nm |
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 | 730±10 |
| Air conditioning oil group | PAG |
| Air conditioning oil Type | WSH-M1C231-B |
| Air conditioning oil quantity cm³ | 150 |
| Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO | 46 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the firing order of the Land Rover Freelander 2 3.2 i6?
The firing order for the Land Rover Freelander 2 3.2 i6 (2006–2013) is 1-5-3-6-2-4.
What spark plugs does the Land Rover Freelander 2 3.2 i6 use?
The Land Rover Freelander 2 3.2 i6 (2006–2013) uses NGK LPR6D spark plugs with a 0,6 mm electrode gap.
How much oil does the Land Rover Freelander 2 3.2 i6 take?
The Land Rover Freelander 2 3.2 i6 (2006–2013) takes 7.7 litres of engine oil with the filter. The specified engine oil grade is SAE 0W-30 for all ambient temperatures, with API/ACEA classification /A5.
What is the cylinder head torque for the Land Rover Freelander 2 3.2 i6?
The cylinder head bolts on the Land Rover Freelander 2 3.2 i6 (2006–2013) are tightened in 5 stages: 45 Nm, then slacken off 360°, then 45 Nm, then 90°, then a final 180°.
What is the ignition timing for the Land Rover Freelander 2 3.2 i6?
The ignition timing on the Land Rover Freelander 2 3.2 i6 (2006–2013) is not adjustable.
What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Land Rover Freelander 2 3.2 i6?
Brake discs on the Land Rover Freelander 2 3.2 i6 (2006–2013) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 25 mm (ventilated) front and 18 mm (ventilated) rear.