This comprehensive Land Rover Discovery 3 - LR3 Workshop & Repair Manual provides detailed instructions and step-by-step diagrams for all workshop procedures. It is your ultimate guide to understanding and maintaining your Land Rover. The manual covers a wide range of topics, from general information and identification codes to detailed explanations of each system within your vehicle. Learn how to perform maintenance procedures, troubleshoot issues, and make repairs with confidence. Sections include: * **General Information & Identification Codes:** Get an overview of your Land Rover and understand the various codes used for identification. * **Jacking & Lifting:** Learn the proper techniques for safely jacking and lifting your Land Rover. * **Maintenance Schedules:** Keep your Land Rover running smoothly with a comprehensive maintenance schedule tailored to your vehicle. * **Suspension:** Explore all aspects of your Land Rover's suspension system, from general information to specific details on front and rear suspension components. * **Wheels & Tires:** Learn about tire specifications, maintenance, and common wheel and tire issues. * **Vehicle Dynamic Suspension:** Understand how the dynamic suspension system works and how to maintain it. * **Driveshafts, Axles & Differentials:** This section covers the front and rear driveshafts, axles, and differentials, providing detailed information on their operation and repair. * **Brakes:** Explore the braking system in detail, covering everything from general information to specific details on front and rear brakes, parking brake, and brake actuation systems. * **Steering System:** Learn about the components and operation of your steering system from general information to power steering, linkage, column, and switches. * **Engine System:** This section comprehensively covers your Land Rover engine, including information on the 4.0l, 4.4l, and 2.7l Diesel engines. Topics include engine cooling, fuel charging and controls, accessory drive, starting system, ignition, emission controls, intake air distribution, evaporative emissions, and electronic engine controls. * **Transmission:** The manual details both automatic and manual transmissions, including information on cooling, external controls, and repair procedures. * **Four-Wheel Drive Systems:** Understand the operation of your Land Rover's four-wheel drive system, including the transfer case. * **Exhaust System:** Learn about the exhaust system and its components. * **Fuel System:** This section focuses on the fuel tank, lines, acceleration control, and speed control systems. * **Climate Control System:** Explore your Land Rover's climate control system, including air distribution, heating, ventilation, auxiliary heating, air conditioning, and auxiliary climate control. * **Control Components:** This section covers a range of components including instrument cluster, horn, clock, information and message center, warning devices, parking aid, charging system, battery, generator, audio unit, antenna, speakers, video system, interior lighting, daytime running lights, exterior lighting, and more. * **Module Communications Network & Wiring Harness:** Understand the communication networks and wiring harness within your vehicle. * **Anti-Theft System:** Learn about the active and passive anti-theft systems in your Land Rover. * **Navigation System:** This section covers the operation and maintenance of your Land Rover's navigation system. * **Cellular Phone:** Information on integrating a cellular phone with your Land Rover. * **Body Panels & Trim:** Learn about the front end body panels, body closures, interior and exterior trim, rearview mirrors, seating, glass frames, instrument panel, handles, locks, latches, entry systems, wipers, washers, roof opening panel, bumpers, safety belt system, and supplemental restraint system. * **Body Repairs:** The manual offers comprehensive information on body repairs, including general information, corrosion protection, water leaks, vehicle specifications, and specific repair procedures for various body panels. * **Full Frame and Body Mounting:** Detailed information on the frame and body mounting of your Land Rover. With this manual, you will have all the information you need to confidently maintain and repair your Land Rover Discovery 3 - LR3.

The Land Rover Discovery 3, also known as the LR3 in some markets, is a mid-size luxury SUV that was produced by Land Rover from 2004 to 2009. It represented a significant departure from its predecessor, the Discovery 2, with a more refined and modern design, boasting a spacious interior and advanced off-road capabilities. The Discovery 3 was built on a modified version of the Ford Explorer platform, sharing its underpinnings with the Ford Ranger T6 pickup truck. This allowed for a rugged and reliable chassis, while the independent suspension on all four wheels provided superior ride comfort and handling compared to earlier Discovery models. The vehicle was available with a range of powerful V6 and V8 petrol and diesel engines, offering a combination of performance and efficiency. The Discovery 3 was lauded for its off-road prowess, featuring a permanent four-wheel drive system with a low-range transfer case and a terrain response system that optimized performance for different surfaces. Its advanced electronic aids, such as Hill Descent Control and Electronic Traction Control, made navigating challenging terrain effortless. Beyond its off-road capability, the Discovery 3 offered a luxurious and comfortable driving experience. Its spacious interior could accommodate seven passengers, and its high roofline provided ample headroom. Features such as leather upholstery, a panoramic sunroof, and a premium sound system added to the overall premium feel. However, the Discovery 3 was criticized for its relatively high fuel consumption and complex electronics that sometimes led to reliability issues. Nevertheless, the Discovery 3 remained a popular choice for families and adventurers who valued its versatility and off-road capabilities.