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 | PDC 2 |
Injection system
| Air metering Type | Mass |
|---|---|
| Fuel/injection pump assembly Make | Siemens |
| Pump type | Common rail |
| Fuel main pump delivery pressure bar | 1650 |
| Fuel feed/lift pump delivery pressure bar | 0,5 |
| Injector nozzle Make | Siemens |
| Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor Ohm/°C | 7,5/60 |
Injection sequence
The injection sequence for the Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2.7 TDV6 (2005–2009) is 1-4-2-5-3-6.
| Injection sequence | 1-4-2-5-3-6 |
|---|
Valve clearances
Valve clearances on the Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2.7 TDV6 (2005–2009) 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 Range Rover Sport 2.7 TDV6 (2005–2009) takes 5.5 litres of engine oil with the filter. The specified engine oil grade is SAE 5W-30 for all ambient temperatures, with oil specification WSS-M2C913-B and API/ACEA classification /B1/B3.
Transfer box
See the reference table for the complete transfer box entries and their conditions.
Coolant
See the reference table for the complete coolant entries and their conditions.
Grades, filling conditions and capacities
| Engine oil options | |
|---|---|
| Ambient temperature range | All temperatures |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil classification OEM | WSS-M2C913-B |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | /B1/B3 |
| Engine with filter(s) litres | 5.5 |
| Other lubricants and capacities | |
| Automatic transmission fluid Type | Shell M-1375.4 |
| Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres | 3.5-4.0 |
| Checking level | |
| Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres | 9.5 |
| Differential oil grade - front SAE | 75W-90 Castrol SAF-XO Synthetic |
| Differential front/AT litres | 0.6 |
| Differential oil grade - rear SAE | 75W-90 Castrol SAF-XO Synthetic |
| Differential rear litres | 1.1 |
| Transfer box oil grade SAE | Shell TF 0753 Synthetic |
| Transfer box litres | 1.5 |
| Cooling system - total capacity litres | 9.4 |
| Brake fluid Type | DOT 4 |
| Power steering fluid Type | Texaco PSF 33270 |
Brakes & wear limits
Brake disc thickness
Brake discs on the Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2.7 TDV6 (2005–2009) 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 thickness variation Rear | 0,010 mm |
|---|---|
| Disc runout Front | 0,05 mm |
| Disc runout Rear | 0,09 mm |
| Minimum pad thickness Front | 3 mm |
| Minimum pad thickness Rear | 3 mm |
| Minimum shoe thickness Rear | 2 mm |
Bar lengths use a square-root scale so small and large values stay readable.
Service & electrical
Tuning and emissions
| 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
| Battery V/RC(Ah) | 12 |
|---|
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 Range Rover Sport 2.7 TDV6 (2005–2009) 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° | |
| 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 | |
| Back plate to hub Rear | 9 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 Range Rover Sport 2.7 TDV6?
The injection sequence for the Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2.7 TDV6 (2005–2009) is 1-4-2-5-3-6.
How much oil does the Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2.7 TDV6 take?
The Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2.7 TDV6 (2005–2009) takes 5.5 litres of engine oil with the filter. The specified engine oil grade is SAE 5W-30 for all ambient temperatures, with oil specification WSS-M2C913-B and API/ACEA classification /B1/B3.
What are the valve clearances for the Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2.7 TDV6?
Valve clearances on the Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2.7 TDV6 (2005–2009) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.
What is the cylinder head torque for the Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2.7 TDV6?
The cylinder head bolts on the Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2.7 TDV6 (2005–2009) 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 Range Rover Sport 2.7 TDV6?
Brake discs on the Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2.7 TDV6 (2005–2009) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 27 mm (ventilated) front and 17 mm rear.