This manual provides the same in-depth, specific information that Land Rover dealership technicians utilize for diagnostics, maintenance, and repair of the 2005 LR3.
Target Audience:
Professional technicians, advanced DIY enthusiasts, fleet managers, and LR3 owners seeking in-depth repair and maintenance knowledge.
📋 Manual Details
Coverage Areas
Primary Coverage:
All models and all repairs A-Z
Page Count
Estimated Page Count:
Approx. 3000+ pages (typical for comprehensive dealer-level manuals of this era)
Air suspension system (EAS), control arms, springs, dampers, anti-roll bars, steering gear, power steering system, steering column, wheel alignment specifications.
Good in frontal offset, Good in side impact (for comparable models tested)
Active Features
Traction Control:
All-Terrain Electronic Traction Control (ETC), Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Roll Stability Control (RSC).
Braking Systems:
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Electronic Parking Brake (EPB).
Passive Features
Airbags:
Front airbags (driver and passenger), side curtain airbags (front and second row), optional front side airbags.
Body Structure:
Integrated Body-Frame construction for enhanced rigidity and crash safety.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Infotainment System:
Harman Kardon audio system, optional DVD navigation, rear-seat entertainment system.
Display Technology:
Central color touchscreen for navigation, climate control, and vehicle settings.
Driver Assistance
Terrain Response:
Iconic system allowing selection of various terrain modes (General Driving, Grass/Gravel/Snow, Mud-and-Ruts, Sand, Rock Crawl) to optimize vehicle systems for different conditions.
Adaptive Headlights:
Optional bi-xenon headlights with adaptive front lighting system (AFS) that swivel with steering.
Parking Assistance:
Optional front and rear parking sensors, rearview camera.
Connectivity
Auxiliary Input:
Optional auxiliary audio input jack for external devices.
Powertrain Management
Engine Management System:
ECM with advanced diagnostics and self-learning capabilities.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval V8:
Every 7,500 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first (under normal driving conditions).
Transmission Fluid Interval V8:
Recommended at 60,000 miles or 4 years for severe service; check manual for details.
Air Filter Replacement:
Every 30,000 miles or 24 months.
Spark Plug Replacement V8:
Typically every 100,000 miles for iridium-tipped plugs.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Spec V8:
SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Engine Oil, meeting Ford WSS-M2C153-GJ or API SL/SM specification.
Coolant Spec:
Land Rover Coolant (or equivalent meeting STC50530/RTC5907 specification), typically a pink OAT coolant.
Brake Fluid Spec:
DOT 4.
Power Steering Fluid Spec:
Pentosin CHF 11S or equivalent.
Known Issues
Air Suspension Issues:
Compressor failure, air spring leaks (bladder deterioration), valve block leaks, EAS control module faults.
Diesel Particulate Filter Issues Tdv6:
DPF regeneration issues, potential clogging if not driven consistently at highway speeds.
Interior Electronics:
Infotainment system glitches, HVAC control panel issues, power accessory failures.
Timing Chain V8:
While generally robust, early models could experience timing chain stretch or guide wear; regular oil changes are critical.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Brand Legacy:
Land Rover boasts a long heritage of producing robust, go-anywhere off-road vehicles, starting with the original Land Rover Series in 1948.
Model Evolution
Predecessor:
Land Rover Discovery Series II.
Lr3 Introduction:
Launched in 2004 for the 2005 model year, the LR3 (known as Discovery 3 outside North America) represented a significant redesign and technological leap.
Design Philosophy:
Designed under BMW ownership (before Ford acquisition), the L319 platform was developed with a focus on advanced technology and on-road refinement while retaining Land Rover's legendary off-road capability.
Production
Manufacturing Location:
Solihull, United Kingdom.
Production Years:
2004-2009 (as LR3/Discovery 3).
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
North American Utility Of The Year:
Winner of the 'North American Truck of the Year' award for 2005.
Four Wheeler Of The Year:
Recognized by various off-road publications for its capabilities.