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Land Rover Discovery 1 300Tdi specs and manuals
Discovery 1 (1989–98) · 1994–1998
Model data
| Built | 1994–1998 |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5 L 300Tdi turbodiesel I4 |
| Gearbox & 4WD | 5-speed R380 or ZF 4-speed automatic; LT230 transfer box |
| Wheelbases | 100 in |
| Notes | 1994–98 facelift with new dashboard and lights. |
Fluids & capacities
| Engine oil | 15W-40 mineral, API CH or better (10W-40 below −10 °C) |
|---|---|
| Oil capacity | 6.65 L including filter (workshop manual: 5.8 L plus 0.85 L for the filter) |
| Coolant | ≈11.1 L, 50% ethylene-glycol antifreeze |
| Air filter | Paper element |
| Main gearbox | R380 5-speed: ATF Dexron IID (later MTF 94), ≈2.4–2.67 L · or ZF 4HP22 4-speed automatic: ATF Dexron IID, ≈8.5–9.1 L from dry (a drain and filter change takes about 4 L) |
| Transfer box | LT230: 80W-90 (GL-4) or ATF Dexron IID (refill with whichever was drained), ≈2.3–2.8 L |
| Differentials | EP90 / 80W-90 hypoid to API GL-4, ≈1.7 L each axle |
| Swivel housings | EP90, ≈0.35 L each side; later vehicles one-shot grease |
| Steering | Power steering: ATF Dexron II/III, ≈3.4 L (RHD) / 2.9 L (LHD) |
| Brakes | DOT4, minimum boiling point 260 °C |
| Clutch hydraulics | DOT4 |
| Land Rover service schedule | Same 300Tdi schedule as the Defender: oil and filter 6,000 mi / 6 months; air filter and gearbox oil 12,000 mi / 1 year; fuel filter, brake fluid, transfer and axle oil 24,000 mi / 2 years; coolant 36,000 mi / 3 years; timing belt 72,000 mi / 5 years (Bulkhead uses 60,000). |
Settings & torque figures
| Valve clearances | 0.20 mm (0.008 in), inlet and exhaust; rule of nine |
|---|---|
| Timing belt interval | 60,000 mi / 5 years (halve it for dusty use or regular deep wading) |
| Wheel nut torque | Alloy wheels ≈130 Nm (96 lbf ft); steel ≈108 Nm (80 lbf ft) |
Service part numbers
| Oil filter | ERR3340 |
|---|---|
| Fuel filter | AEU2147L |
| Timing belt | ERR1092 (belt) |
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