Segment:
Flagship full-size luxury SUV
Target audience:
Owners and technicians servicing premium 4x4 vehicles
Positioning:
Combines genuine off-road capability with luxury appointments
Key competitors:
Mercedes-Benz GL-Class, Lexus LX 470/570, Cadillac Escalade
Drivetrain:
Permanent four-wheel drive with low-range transfer case
Suspension:
Four-corner air suspension with adaptive damping
Terrain systems:
Terrain Response (from 2005 model year)
Brakes:
Four-wheel disc with ABS, EBD, Hill Descent Control
Interior:
Premium leather and wood-trimmed cabin, optional rear entertainment
Manual type:
Workshop / repair manual for professional and DIY use
Coverage:
Service, repair, disassembly, reassembly, diagnostics, wiring and specifications
Technical depth:
Step-by-step procedures with torque specifications and diagrams
Delivery method:
Instant digital download after purchase
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, tablets and smartphones with a PDF reader
Printing:
Printable - print individual pages or entire sections as needed
Engine:
Petrol V8 and diesel V6/V8 engine mechanical repair and overhaul
Fuel and ignition:
Fuel injection, ignition and emissions control systems
Cooling and lubrication:
Cooling system, lubrication and oil service procedures
Transmission:
Automatic transmission and transfer case service and repair
Driveline:
Front and rear differentials, driveshafts and axle components
Suspension:
Air suspension system, compressors, valve blocks and dampers
Steering:
Power steering and steering column service
Brakes:
Hydraulic brakes, ABS, electronic brakeforce distribution, parking brake
Electrical:
Wiring diagrams, fuses, relays, body control and instrument cluster
Climate control:
Heating, ventilation and air conditioning diagnostics and repair
Body and interior:
Panels, trim, doors, seats, glazing and exterior fittings
Restraints:
Airbag and seat belt systems with safety precautions
Wheels and tires:
Wheel, tire and alignment specifications
Accessories:
Audio, navigation and entertainment system service information
Maintenance:
Scheduled service intervals, fluid capacities and check procedures
Diagnostics:
Fault code reading, symptom-based troubleshooting and testing
Removal and installation:
Component removal, installation and adjustment procedures
Torque data:
Fastener torque specifications throughout all procedures
Special tools:
Special service tool references where required
Wiring diagrams:
Complete electrical schematics and connector views
Parts data:
Part numbers and exploded diagrams for component identification
Fluid specifications:
Approved oils, coolants, refrigerant and lubricants
Wear items:
Brake, filter, belt and spark plug replacement specifications
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Engines covered:
4.4L V8 petrol, 4.2L supercharged V8 petrol, 5.0L V8 petrol (naturally aspirated and supercharged), 3.0L Td6 inline-6 diesel, 3.6L TDV8 diesel, 4.4L TDV8 diesel
Configurations:
V8 petrol and V8/inline-6 turbocharged diesel options across the range
4.2L supercharged V8 output:
Approximately 400 hp / 560 Nm (varies by model year)
5.0L supercharged V8 output:
Approximately 500 hp (2010-2012 models)
Diesel output:
3.6L TDV8 approximately 272 hp; 4.4L TDV8 approximately 313 hp
Petrol fuel delivery:
Sequential multi-port / direct electronic fuel injection
Diesel fuel delivery:
Common-rail direct injection with turbocharging
Fuel requirement:
Premium unleaded recommended for supercharged petrol engines
Emissions equipment:
Catalytic converters (petrol), diesel particulate filter (later diesels)
Standard transmission:
Automatic transmission (no manual gearbox offered on this generation)
Early models (2002-2005):
5-speed automatic with CommandShift manual selection
Later models (2006-2012):
6-speed automatic with CommandShift
Transfer case:
Two-speed transfer case with low range and locking center differential
Drivetrain:
Permanent four-wheel drive
Features:
Electronic transmission control, hill descent control integration, tow/haul mode
Wheelbase:
Approximately 2,880 mm (113.4 in)
Length:
Approximately 4,950 mm (195 in), slightly longer on 2010+ facelift
Width:
Approximately 2,000 mm (78.7 in) excluding mirrors
Height:
Approximately 1,860 mm (73.2 in), varies with air suspension setting
Ground clearance:
Adjustable via air suspension, up to approximately 280 mm off-road height
Curb weight:
Approximately 2,440-2,700 kg depending on engine and equipment
Towing capacity:
Approximately 3,500 kg braked (when properly equipped)
Fuel tank:
Approximately 104 litres (27.5 US gal)
Euro NCAP:
Rated by Euro NCAP under pre-2009 protocols; strong occupant protection results for its class
ABS:
Anti-lock braking system standard
Stability control:
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) standard
Hill Descent Control:
Standard on all models
Traction control:
Electronic traction control with 4WD
Tire pressure monitoring:
Fitted on later model years
Airbags:
Front, side and curtain airbags standard
Seat belts:
Pre-tensioners and force limiters on front seats
Body structure:
Bonded and riveted aluminum monocoque body structure
Audio system:
Harman Kardon Logic7 premium audio (later models); standard AM/FM/CD audio with in-dash screen
Navigation:
Factory touchscreen satellite navigation
Rear entertainment:
Optional rear-seat DVD entertainment system
Connectivity:
Bluetooth telephone integration on later models
Terrain Response:
Selectable drive modes for different surfaces (2005 onward)
Air suspension:
Electronic four-corner air suspension with height adjustment
Parking aids:
Front and rear parking sensors; rear camera on later models
Adaptive cruise control:
Available on select later models
Petrol service interval:
Approximately every 15,000 km / 10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first
Diesel service interval:
Follow onboard service indicator; typically 10,000-15,000 miles
Air filter:
Inspect at each service, replace as indicated by condition
Brake fluid:
Replace every 2 years regardless of mileage
Engine oil:
Full synthetic meeting Land Rover specification; viscosity per model year (commonly 5W-20 or 5W-30)
Coolant:
Long-life OAT coolant meeting Land Rover specification
Transmission fluid:
Lifetime fill automatic transmission fluid; check for leaks, change on high-mileage units
Transfer case and differentials:
Gear oil meeting Land Rover specification
Refrigerant:
R134a air conditioning refrigerant
Known Issues and Common Wear Items
Air suspension:
Compressors, air struts and valve blocks are common wear items; inspect for leaks and sagging
Timing components:
BMW-sourced 4.4L V8 timing chain guides can wear on high-mileage engines
Diesel injector issues:
Td6 and early TDV8 injector and turbo related faults reported
Brakes:
Heavy vehicle demands frequent pad and rotor inspection
Electronics:
Battery drain and module faults; keep battery in good condition to avoid cascade faults
Cooling system:
Inspect hoses, expansion tank and water pump on petrol engines
Manufacturer:
Land Rover (Ford ownership during this era; sold to Tata Motors in 2008)
Model origin:
Range Rover introduced 1970 as the world's first luxury 4x4
Third generation (L322):
Launched 2002 under BMW ownership; fully developed with a bonded aluminum monocoque
2002:
All-new L322 generation introduced with BMW 4.4L V8 and Td6 diesel
2005:
Ford engines introduced (4.4L and 4.2L supercharged V8); Terrain Response added
2006:
TDV8 diesel replaces Td6 in many markets
2010:
Major facelift: 5.0L V8 petrol engines, revised interior and exterior styling
2012:
Final year of L322 production before the fourth-generation model
Assembly plant:
Solihull, West Midlands, United Kingdom
