What oil does my defender take?
| Land Rover Engine Oil Chart | ||
|---|---|---|
| Model | Year | Description |
| Defender – 2.5 Td5 | 1998-2006 | 10w40 diesel semi-synthetic |
| Defender – 2.4/2.2 TDCi Puma | 2007-2016 | 5w30 semi-synthetic |
| Defender – 3.5 V8 petrol | 1990-1996 | 10w40 semi-synthetic |
How much oil does a Land Rover Defender take?
Oil Change
| Engine Oil Type | 5W/30 to 25W/50 (Non-TD5 engines) |
|---|---|
| Engine Oil Capacity (including oil filter) | 6.8 litres (All except 300 TDi and TD5 engines) |
| 6.6 litres (300 TDi engines) | |
| 7.8 litres (TD5 engines) | |
| Oil Drain Plug Torque | 35 Nm (All except 200 TDI and TD5 engines) |
How many quarts of oil does a Range Rover take?
Engine Oil
| Viscosity: | 0W-20 (All TEMPS) SEOA7 |
|---|---|
| Capacity: | 8.5 quarts (with filter)After refill check oil level. |
| Torque: | 18 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug) Discard oil drain plug & install new oil drain plug. |
Which is better 10W30 or 15W40?
Because 10W-30 is thinner than 15W-40 oil, its film strength can be weaker and it can be more prone to oxidation. High quality 10W-30 oils can perform as well, and better than industry-standard 15W-40 oils.
How often does a Land Rover need an oil change?
Previously, Land Rover, Jaguar experts would recommend an oil change every 3,000 miles, but thanks to the advances in oil and engine technology, that interval has been extended. Now, most Land Rover, Jaguar vehicles can go between 7,500 and 10,000 miles between oil changes.
What oil does a Range Rover used?
Engine Oil
| Viscosity: | 5W-30 (All TEMPS) SEO65 Use engine oil meeting Jaguar Land Rover specification STJLR.03.5005. If unavailible, SAE 5W-30 ACEA C2 may be used. |
|---|---|
| Capacity: | 6.3 quarts (with filter)After refill check oil level. |
| Torque: | 17 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug) |