Vehicle Segment:
Luxury SUV
Target Audience:
Owners seeking to perform maintenance and repairs, independent workshops, automotive technicians
Competitors:
BMW X5, Mercedes-Benz GLE, Audi Q7, Porsche Cayenne
Manual Value Proposition:
Provides factory-level repair information for a premium SUV, enabling owners to maintain and repair their vehicles with confidence and potentially save on dealership costs.
Manual Usability:
Designed for ease of use with step-by-step instructions and visual aids.
Powertrain:
Engine mechanicals (3.0L TDV6/SDV6 diesel, 3.0L V6 supercharged petrol, 5.0L V8 supercharged petrol), fuel system, cooling system, exhaust system, transmission (8-speed automatic ZF 8HP70/8HP90), transfer case, differentials (front, rear, center locking)
Chassis:
Suspension (Adaptive Dynamics, Air Suspension, Dynamic Response), steering (electric power-assisted steering - EPAS), brakes (ventilated discs front/rear, ABS, EBD, DSC, Hill Descent Control), wheels and tires
Electrical:
Body Control Module (BCM), Powertrain Control Module (PCM), Transmission Control Module (TCM), ABS Control Module, Air Suspension Control Module, infotainment systems, lighting (LED, Xenon), sensors, actuators, wiring diagrams
Body And Interior:
Body panels, doors, windows, sunroof, interior trim, seats, climate control, airbags, safety restraint systems
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance, fluid changes (engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, transmission fluid, differential fluid), filter replacements (oil, air, fuel, cabin), lubrication
Repair:
Engine overhaul, component replacement (turbochargers, injectors, EGR, DPF, intercoolers), transmission repair and overhaul, suspension component replacement (air springs, struts, bushings), brake system repair, electrical component diagnosis and replacement, body panel repair and replacement
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting common faults, fault code interpretation, diagnostic procedures using JLR approved diagnostic equipment (e.g., SDD - Pathfinder), wiring diagram interpretation for fault finding
Depth:
Comprehensive, covering all aspects from routine maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds. Includes detailed disassembly and reassembly instructions.
Illustrations:
Step-by-step instructions with pictures
Wiring Diagrams:
Included
Engine Code Diesel:
3.0L TDV6/SDV6 (306DT/306DT V6)
Displacement Diesel:
2993 cc (3.0 Liters)
Configuration Diesel:
V6 (60-degree bank angle)
Aspiration Diesel:
Turbocharged, Intercooled (Sequential Twin-Turbo for SDV6)
Horsepower Diesel:
TDV6: Approx. 258 hp @ 4000 rpm; SDV6: Approx. 306 hp @ 4000 rpm
Torque Diesel:
TDV6: Approx. 600 Nm (443 lb-ft) @ 2000 rpm; SDV6: Approx. 700 Nm (516 lb-ft) @ 2000 rpm
Engine Code Petrol V6:
3.0L Supercharged V6 (306PS)
Displacement Petrol V6:
2995 cc (3.0 Liters)
Configuration Petrol V6:
V6 (60-degree bank angle)
Aspiration Petrol V6:
Supercharged (Roots-type twin-screw supercharger)
Horsepower Petrol V6:
Approx. 340 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque Petrol V6:
Approx. 450 Nm (332 lb-ft) @ 3500 rpm
Engine Code Petrol V8:
5.0L Supercharged V8 (508PS)
Displacement Petrol V8:
5000 cc (5.0 Liters)
Configuration Petrol V8:
V8 (90-degree bank angle)
Aspiration Petrol V8:
Supercharged (Roots-type twin-screw supercharger)
Horsepower Petrol V8:
Approx. 510 hp @ 6000-6500 rpm
Torque Petrol V8:
Approx. 625 Nm (461 lb-ft) @ 2500-5500 rpm
Fuel Type:
Diesel (for TDV6/SDV6), Unleaded Petrol (for V6/V8 Supercharged)
Injection Diesel:
Common Rail Diesel Injection (CRDi)
Injection Petrol:
Direct Injection (JOSS - Jaguar Land Rover Direct Injection)
Transmission Type:
8-speed Automatic
Transmission Model:
ZF 8HP70 (for most variants), ZF 8HP90 (potentially for higher performance V8 models)
Drivetrain:
Permanent Four-Wheel Drive (4WD)
Transfer Case:
Two-speed electronic transfer box with locking center differential
Terrain Response:
Terrain Response 2 system (Auto, Grass/Gravel/Snow, Mud/Ruts, Sand, Rock Crawl, Dynamic)
Length:
Approx. 4999 mm (196.8 in)
Width:
Approx. 2073 mm (81.6 in) (excluding mirrors)
Height:
Approx. 1835 mm (72.2 in) (variable with air suspension)
Curb Weight Est Min:
Approx. 2100 kg (4630 lbs) (depending on engine and specification)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Gvwr Est:
Approx. 3000 kg (6614 lbs)
Max Towing Capacity:
3500 kg (7716 lbs)
Euro Ncap Rating:
5-Star (for L494 generation)
Electronic Stability Control:
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Roll Stability Control (RSC)
Traction Control:
All-Terrain Traction Control (ATTC)
Braking Systems:
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Emergency Brake Assist (EBA), Cornering Brake Control (CBC)
Driver Assistance Features:
Adaptive Cruise Control, Blind Spot Monitor, Reverse Traffic Detection, Lane Departure Warning, Park Assist
Airbags:
Driver and front passenger airbags, side airbags, curtain airbags
Seatbelts:
Pre-tensioning seatbelts
Infotainment System:
Touchscreen infotainment system with navigation, audio, climate control, and vehicle settings. Meridian audio system often available.
Driver Assistance Suite:
Advanced suite including Adaptive Cruise Control with Queue Assist, Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), Lane Keep Assist, Blind Spot Monitoring, Surround Camera System, Wade Sensing.
Connectivity Options:
Bluetooth connectivity, USB ports, InControl Apps (optional).
Oil Change Interval Diesel:
Typically 15,000 miles or 24 months, whichever comes first (check manual for exact specification for specific engine).
Oil Change Interval Petrol:
Typically 15,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first (check manual for exact specification for specific engine).
Engine Air Filter Replacement:
Typically every 30,000 - 45,000 miles or as required by condition.
Cabin Air Filter Replacement:
Typically every 15,000 - 30,000 miles or annually.
Transmission Fluid Change:
Often considered 'lifetime' by some manufacturers, but recommended by many independent specialists every 60,000 - 100,000 miles for optimal longevity, especially the ZF 8-speed automatic. Manual will specify JLR's recommendation.
Engine Oil Spec Diesel:
Low SAPS, ACEA C1 or C2 specification, SAE 0W-30 or 5W-30 (e.g., Castrol Edge Professional OE 0W-30 C1)
Engine Oil Spec Petrol V6:
SAE 0W-20, API SN, ILSAC GF-5 (e.g., Castrol EDGE Professional V 0W-20)
Engine Oil Spec Petrol V8:
SAE 0W-20, API SN, ILSAC GF-5 (e.g., Castrol EDGE Professional V 0W-20)
Coolant Spec:
OAT (Organic Additive Technology) antifreeze, blue color, Jaguar Land Rover part number LRX1159095 (or equivalent)
Brake Fluid Spec:
DOT 4 Class 6 or DOT 5.1
Transmission Fluid Spec:
ZF Lifeguardfluid 8 (for ZF 8HP series transmissions) or approved equivalent.
Common Issues Diesel:
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) regeneration issues, EGR valve problems, potential for turbocharger wear, timing chain stretch on some earlier diesel engines (though less common on later L494 models compared to previous generations).
Common Issues Petrol:
Water pump leaks (especially on supercharged V6), ignition coil/spark plug issues, potential for oil leaks from various seals, cam phaser issues on V8.
Common Issues Air Suspension:
Air spring leaks, compressor failure, height sensor issues.
