Land Rover2005–2006Technical specifications

Range Rover 3.0 TD6: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 3-litre diesel (engine code 306D1/TD6). Covers engine, fluids, brakes, service, torques and air conditioning: the figures to check before a job or a parts order.

Updated 8 Sep 2026Common faults & fixes

Summary

Match the engine code (306D1/TD6) and chassis (L322) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Land Rover
Model: Range Rover
Chassis: L322
Years: 2005–2006
Fuel: Diesel
Engine code: 306D1/TD6

Performance & efficiency

Power: 153 kW (208 hp)
Engine size: 2,924 cc
Cylinders: 6 · DOHC
Compression ratio: 19.0:1
Fuel system: Bosch

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 8.75 litres

All 103 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	6/DOHC
Capacity cc	2924
Compression ratio :1	19,0
Fuel system Make	Bosch
Fuel system Type	EDC 15C4

Injection system

Air metering Type	Mass
Fuel/injection pump assembly Make	Bosch
Pump type	Common rail
Injector nozzle Make	Bosch
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor Ohm/°C	700/80

Injection sequence

The injection sequence for the Land Rover Range Rover 3.0 TD6 (2005–2006) is 1-5-3-6-2-4.

Injection sequence	1-5-3-6-2-4

Valve clearances

Valve clearances on the Land Rover Range Rover 3.0 TD6 (2005–2006) 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 3.0 TD6 (2005–2006) takes 8.75 litres of engine oil with the filter.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B3.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 5W-40 as an alternative for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B3.

Transfer box

The transfer box has a listed capacity of 2.0 litres. The specified oil is Castrol BOT 26 FMB1.

Coolant

The listed total cooling-system capacity is 11.0 litres.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range	Moderate climate
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	CF/B3
Ambient temperature range	Moderate climate alternative
Engine oil grade SAE	5W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	CF/B3
Engine with filter(s) litres	8.75
Other lubricants and capacities
Automatic transmission fluid Type	Texaco ETL-7045E
Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres	5.3
Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres	9.7
Differential oil grade - front SAE	75W-90
Differential front/AT litres	0.8
Differential oil grade - rear SAE	75W-90
Differential rear litres	1.0
Transfer box oil grade SAE	Castrol BOT 26 FMB1
Transfer box litres	2.0
Cooling system - total capacity litres	11.0
Brake fluid Type	DOT 4
Power steering fluid Type	Texaco PSF 14315

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Land Rover Range Rover 3.0 TD6 (2005–2006) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 28,4 mm (ventilated) front and 10,4 mm rear.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front	28,4 mm
Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear	10,4 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Disc thickness variation Front	0,010 mm
Disc thickness variation Rear	0,010 mm
Disc runout Front	0,07 mm
Disc runout Rear	0,075 mm
Minimum pad thickness Front	3 mm
Minimum pad thickness Rear	3 mm

Service & electrical

Tuning and emissions

Idle speed rpm	790±50
Rated no load speed rpm	4750
Smoke opacity - EU limit m-1 (%)	3,00 (73)

Starting and charging

Battery V/RC(Ah)	12/110
Maximum cranking amps A	298-364
Alternator output A/V/rpm	150/-/-

Service checks and adjustments

Oil pressure bar/rpm	3,7-4,7/4750
Thermostat opens °C	85

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Land Rover Range Rover 3.0 TD6 (2005–2006) are tightened in 6 stages: 40 Nm, then 80 Nm, then slacken off 180°, then 50 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.

Cylinder head
Renew bolts	Yes
Tighten	40 Nm
Tighten	80 Nm
Slacken off	180°
Tighten	50 Nm
Tighten	90°
Tighten	90°

Other engine tightening torques
Cylinder head instructions	—
Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts	Yes
Main bearings Stage 1	20 Nm
Main bearings Stage 2	70°
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts	Yes
Big end bearings Stage 1	—
Oil pump to cylinder block	25 Nm
Sump bolts	M6=10 Nm M8=22 Nm
Sump drain bolt	23 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate	115 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt	—
Camshaft sprocket/gear	20 Nm+35°
Camshaft carrier/cap	10 Nm
Camshaft/rocker cover	10 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head	24 Nm
Exhaust downpipe to manifold	45 Nm
Water pump	10 Nm
Injector/clamp	10 Nm
Injector pipe unions	20 Nm
Fuel/injection pump mounting	24 Nm
Glow plugs	20 Nm
Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor	8 Nm
Camshaft position (CMP) sensor	8 Nm
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor	15 Nm
Engine oil pressure switch	14 Nm
Oil filter	25 Nm
Engine upper cover	5 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub	420 Nm
Rear hub	420 Nm
Steering wheel	63 Nm
Steering rack/box mounting	100 Nm+90°
Steering track rod end	80 Nm
Brake disc to hub Front	16 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Front	33 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front	65 Nm+90°
Brake disc to hub Rear	16 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Rear	33 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear	15 Nm+60°
ABS sensor Front	8 Nm
ABS sensor Rear	8 Nm
Road wheels	140 Nm

Air conditioning

No. of AC service connectors	2
Air conditioning restrictor type	Expansion valve
Compressor clutch/magnetic coupling	Yes
Compressor variable displacement solenoid	No
Air conditioning refrigerant Type	R134a
Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams	510±10
Air conditioning oil group	PAG
Air conditioning oil Type	Dens Oil 8
Air conditioning oil quantity cm³	110
Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO	46

Frequently asked questions

What is the injection sequence of the Land Rover Range Rover 3.0 TD6?

The injection sequence for the Land Rover Range Rover 3.0 TD6 (2005–2006) is 1-5-3-6-2-4.

How much oil does the Land Rover Range Rover 3.0 TD6 take?

The Land Rover Range Rover 3.0 TD6 (2005–2006) takes 8.75 litres of engine oil with the filter. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B3. A listed engine oil option is SAE 5W-40 as an alternative for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B3.

What are the valve clearances for the Land Rover Range Rover 3.0 TD6?

Valve clearances on the Land Rover Range Rover 3.0 TD6 (2005–2006) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.

What is the cylinder head torque for the Land Rover Range Rover 3.0 TD6?

The cylinder head bolts on the Land Rover Range Rover 3.0 TD6 (2005–2006) are tightened in 6 stages: 40 Nm, then 80 Nm, then slacken off 180°, then 50 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.

What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Land Rover Range Rover 3.0 TD6?

Brake discs on the Land Rover Range Rover 3.0 TD6 (2005–2006) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 28,4 mm (ventilated) front and 10,4 mm rear.