Engine & identification
Vehicle identification
| No. of cylinders Type | 8/DOHC |
|---|---|
| Capacity (Fiscal) cc | 4196 |
| Compression ratio :1 | 9,1 |
| Suitable for unleaded petrol | Yes |
| Minimum octane rating RON | 95 |
| Ignition system Make | Denso |
| Ignition system Type | PAG EMS-GEN 1 |
| Ignition system Description | Map-DI |
| Trigger location | Cam/Crankshaft |
| Fuel system Make | Denso |
| Fuel system Type | PAG EMS-GEN 1 |
| 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 Type | 2W93-12A366-BA |
| Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V | 12,0 |
| Distributor (ECM) Make | (Denso) |
| Distributor (ECM) No. | (PAG) |
Firing order
The firing order for the Land Rover Range Rover Sport 4.2 Supercharged (2005–2009) is 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8.
| Firing order | 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8 |
|---|
Valve clearances
Valve clearances for the Land Rover Range Rover Sport 4.2 Supercharged (2005–2009) are 0,18-0,22 mm inlet and 0,23-0,27 mm exhaust, measured cold.
| Valve clearance - INLET mm | 0,18-0,22 cold |
|---|---|
| Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm | 0,23-0,27 cold |
Engine oil & fluids
Engine oil
The Land Rover Range Rover Sport 4.2 Supercharged (2005–2009) takes 7.7 litres of engine oil with the filter.
A listed engine oil option is SAE 5W-30 for cold climates, with API/ACEA classification SJ/A3.
A listed engine oil option is SAE 5W-30 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SJ/A3.
A listed engine oil option is SAE 5W-30 for hot climates, with API/ACEA classification SJ/A3.
Transfer box
The transfer box has a listed capacity of 1.5 litres. The specified oil is Shell TF 0753 Synthetic.
Coolant
The listed total cooling-system capacity is 12.0 litres.
Grades, filling conditions and capacities
| Engine oil options | |
|---|---|
| Ambient temperature range | Cold climate |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SJ/A3 |
| Ambient temperature range | Moderate climate |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SJ/A3 |
| Ambient temperature range | Hot climate |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SJ/A3 |
| Engine with filter(s) litres | 7.7 |
| Other lubricants and capacities | |
| Automatic transmission fluid Type | Shell M-1375.4 |
| 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 oil grade - rear | |
| Differential rear litres | 1.1 |
| Differential rear | |
| Transfer box oil grade SAE | Shell TF 0753 Synthetic |
| Transfer box litres | 1.5 |
| Cooling system - total capacity litres | 12.0 |
| 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 4.2 Supercharged (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 Front | 0,010 mm |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Bar lengths use a square-root scale so small and large values stay readable.
Service & electrical
Ignition timing
The ignition timing on the Land Rover Range Rover Sport 4.2 Supercharged (2005–2009) is not adjustable.
| Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm | Not adjustable |
|---|
Battery
The Land Rover Range Rover Sport 4.2 Supercharged (2005–2009) uses a 12 V, 75 Ah battery (reserve capacity 150 minutes).
| Battery V/RC(Ah) | 12/150 (75) |
|---|
Spark plugs
The Land Rover Range Rover Sport 4.2 Supercharged (2005–2009) uses NGK IFR5N10 spark plugs with a 1,0 mm electrode gap.
| Spark plugs Original equipment | NGK |
|---|---|
| Spark plug Type | IFR5N10 |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,0 |
| Spark plugs Make | NGK |
| Spark plug Type | IFR5N10 |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,0 |
Tuning and emissions
| Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm | ECM Controlled |
|---|---|
| Idle speed rpm | Not adjustable |
| Oil temperature °C | 80 |
| CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO | 0,5 Max Not adjustable |
| CO level at idle speed - sample pipe Vol. % CO | 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 |
| Increased idle speed for CO test rpm | 2500-2800 |
| CO content at increased idle speed Vol. % | 0,3 |
| Lambda at increased idle λ | 0,98-1,02 |
Service checks and adjustments
| Oil pressure bar/rpm | 3,0/3500 |
|---|---|
| Radiator cap bar | 1,00 |
| Thermostat opens °C | 82 |
Fuel system
| Fuel pump delivery pressure bar | 4,5 |
|---|---|
| Injector Ohm | 13,1-14,5/20°C |
Tightening torques
Cylinder head bolt torque
The cylinder head bolts on the Land Rover Range Rover Sport 4.2 Supercharged (2005–2009) are tightened in 4 stages: 20 Nm, then 35 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.
| Cylinder head | |
|---|---|
| Tighten | 20 Nm |
| Tighten | 35 Nm |
| Tighten | 90° |
| Tighten | 90° |
| Tighten | M8=25 Nm |
| Cylinder head instructions | — | |
|---|---|---|
| Other engine tightening torques | ||
| Oil pump to cylinder block | 10 Nm | |
| Sump bolts | 20 Nm | |
| Sump drain bolt | 25 Nm | |
| Flywheel/driveplate | 1)15 Nm 2)110 Nm | |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt | 380 Nm | |
| Camshaft sprocket/gear | 20 Nm+90° Nm | |
| Camshaft carrier/cap | 10 Nm | |
| Camshaft/rocker cover | 12 Nm | |
| Inlet manifold to cylinder head | 20 Nm | |
| Exhaust manifold to cylinder head | 20 Nm | |
| Exhaust downpipe to manifold | 22 Nm | |
| Water pump | 10 Nm | |
| Spark plugs | 25 Nm | |
| Fuel rail | 10 Nm | |
| Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor | 8 Nm | |
| Camshaft position (CMP) sensor | 7 Nm | |
| Lambda sensor (Oxygen) | 45±5 Nm | |
| Knock sensor (KS) | 20 Nm | |
| Engine oil pressure switch | 12 Nm | |
| Oil filter | 18 Nm | |
| Engine upper cover | 5 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 | 600 |
| 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 firing order of the Land Rover Range Rover Sport 4.2 Supercharged?
The firing order for the Land Rover Range Rover Sport 4.2 Supercharged (2005–2009) is 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8.
What spark plugs does the Land Rover Range Rover Sport 4.2 Supercharged use?
The Land Rover Range Rover Sport 4.2 Supercharged (2005–2009) uses NGK IFR5N10 spark plugs with a 1,0 mm electrode gap.
How much oil does the Land Rover Range Rover Sport 4.2 Supercharged take?
The Land Rover Range Rover Sport 4.2 Supercharged (2005–2009) takes 7.7 litres of engine oil with the filter. A listed engine oil option is SAE 5W-30 for cold climates, with API/ACEA classification SJ/A3. A listed engine oil option is SAE 5W-30 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SJ/A3. A listed engine oil option is SAE 5W-30 for hot climates, with API/ACEA classification SJ/A3.
What are the valve clearances for the Land Rover Range Rover Sport 4.2 Supercharged?
Valve clearances for the Land Rover Range Rover Sport 4.2 Supercharged (2005–2009) are 0,18-0,22 mm inlet and 0,23-0,27 mm exhaust, measured cold.
What is the cylinder head torque for the Land Rover Range Rover Sport 4.2 Supercharged?
The cylinder head bolts on the Land Rover Range Rover Sport 4.2 Supercharged (2005–2009) are tightened in 4 stages: 20 Nm, then 35 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.
What is the ignition timing for the Land Rover Range Rover Sport 4.2 Supercharged?
The ignition timing on the Land Rover Range Rover Sport 4.2 Supercharged (2005–2009) is not adjustable.