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Land Rover Discovery 4 3.0 TDV6 / SDV6 diesel: brakes, tyres & suspension inspection

Brakes · Discovery 4 (2009–16) · 2010–2016

How often: every 16,000 mi or year, whichever comes first. Heavy vehicles with big wheels wear pads, discs and tyres quickly.

Work safely: support the vehicle on axle stands, never a jack alone; let it cool first. Check figures against your workshop manual. You do this work at your own risk.

Parts
  • Brake pads (if under 3 mm)
  • Brake discs (if under minimum)
Tools
  • Jack and stands (or a lift)
  • Vernier
  • Torch

Step by step

  1. Check pad thickness and disc condition on every wheel (many models also have pad wear sensors).
  2. Check tyres for wear, damage and age; check the spare.
  3. Look for leaks at the dampers, and check ball joints and bushes for play.
  4. Check brake pipes and hoses for corrosion and chafing.

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