Freelander and Discovery Sport Recommended Oils and Lubricants
Freelander and Discovery Sport Recommended Oils and Lubricants
Recommended engine oils, manual and automatic gearbox fluids, transfer-drive lubricants, rear differential oils, Haldex fluids and approximate capacities for Freelander 1, Freelander 2 and Discovery Sport models.
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Important: This information is provided as a general guide only. Always check the owner’s handbook, workshop manual or official technical information for your exact vehicle before selecting or adding any lubricant. Confirm the required grade, specification, capacity and filling procedure for the specific engine, gearbox, transfer drive, rear differential or coupling fitted to your vehicle.
Important Capacity Notice
Capacities are approximate and may vary with component type, model year, engine, gearbox, drivetrain system, component revision and the amount of lubricant retained during draining. Always confirm the correct specification, filling procedure and final level for the exact vehicle.
Using the Freelander and Discovery Sport Tables
Freelander 1, Freelander 2 and Discovery Sport are mechanically different vehicles. They use unrelated engines, gearboxes, four-wheel-drive systems and steering arrangements, so fluids should not be selected by vehicle name alone.
Later vehicles may use a power transfer unit, rear drive unit and Haldex or active driveline coupling. These are separate components and may require different lubricants. Engine oil must match both the viscosity and the complete manufacturer specification.
Freelander 1 Recommended Oils and Capacities
Covering 1.8 K-Series petrol, 2.5 V6 petrol, 2.0 L-Series diesel and 2.0 Td4 diesel models.
| Component | Recommended lubricant | Specification or notes | Approximate capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8 petrol engine | 10W-40 | ACEA A2 or A3. | Approximately 4.5 litres including filter. |
| 2.5 V6 petrol engine | 10W-40 | ACEA A2 or A3. | Approximately 5.2 litres including filter. |
| 2.0 diesel or Td4 engine | 5W-30, 5W-40 or 10W-40 | ACEA A3/B3. Choose a viscosity suitable for the expected temperature. | Td4 approximately 6.8 litres including filter. Earlier diesel applications may differ. |
| Manual gearbox | Manual transmission fluid | MTF94 specification. | 1.8 petrol approximately 2.2 litres; Td4 approximately 1.6 litres from dry. |
| Jatco automatic gearbox | Dedicated automatic transmission fluid | N402 or JF403E specification. Do not substitute ordinary Dexron ATF. | Routine refill approximately 4.0 litres. Total dry capacity is greater. |
| Intermediate Reduction Drive | Synthetic gear oil | API GL-5 plus MT-1. | Fill to the specified level plug for the fitted unit. |
| Rear differential | Hypoid gear oil | API GL-5. | Fill to the specified level plug. |
| Power steering | Dexron III ATF | Use clean fluid from a sealed container. | Check the reservoir level using the handbook procedure. |
Freelander 2 Recommended Oils and Lubricants
Covering 2.2 TD4 and SD4 diesel, 3.2 i6 petrol and later 2.0-litre Si4 petrol models.
| Engine or component | Recommended lubricant | Specification guidance | Capacity or notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2 TD4 or SD4 diesel with DPF | 5W-30 | Ford WSS-M2C934-B low-SAPS engine oil. | Approximately 5.9 litres including filter. Confirm on the dipstick. |
| 2.2 diesel without DPF | 5W-30 | Ford WSS-M2C913-B or the later compatible specification stated for the vehicle. | Confirm whether a DPF is fitted before ordering oil. |
| 3.2 i6 petrol engine | 5W-30 | Ford WSS-M2C913-B or the handbook specification for the model year. | Approximately 7.5 litres including filter. |
| 2.0 Si4 petrol engine | 5W-30 | Use the exact Ford or JLR petrol-engine approval stated for the model year. | Fill gradually and confirm the final level. |
| Six-speed manual gearbox | Dedicated manual transmission fluid | Use the exact specification for the fitted Getrag transmission. | Approximately 2.0 litres, depending on gearbox version. |
| Six-speed automatic gearbox | Aisin-approved automatic transmission fluid | Match the fluid to the exact transmission and model year. Earlier and later versions may use different fluid specifications. | Level must be set using the specified temperature-controlled procedure. |
| Power Transfer Unit | Dedicated synthetic gear oil | Use the JLR specification for the fitted PTU. Do not substitute automatic transmission fluid. | Small fill quantity; use the correct measured or level-plug procedure. |
| Rear differential | Synthetic hypoid axle oil | Use the specified JLR rear-drive-unit oil. | Do not confuse the differential oil with the Haldex coupling fluid. |
| Haldex coupling | Dedicated Haldex coupling fluid | Use fluid approved for the generation of Haldex unit fitted. | The Haldex coupling and rear differential are filled separately. |
| Power steering | Cold-climate hydraulic fluid | Land Rover STC50519-type fluid where specified for the fitted hydraulic steering system. | Check the reservoir cap and handbook before topping up. |
Freelander 2 Power-Steering Fluid
Freelander 2 models with the hydraulic power-steering system use special cold-climate hydraulic fluid. Where Land Rover part number STC50519 is specified, do not substitute ordinary ATF, brake fluid or generic hydraulic oil.
Buy STC50519 Power-Steering FluidDiscovery Sport Recommended Oils and Lubricants
Covering early 2.2 diesel, Ingenium petrol and diesel, mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid Discovery Sport models.
| Engine or component | Recommended lubricant | Specification guidance | Capacity or notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2 diesel engine | 5W-30 | Ford WSS-M2C934-B low-SAPS oil for DPF-equipped vehicles. | Approximately 5.9 litres including filter. |
| 2.0 Ingenium diesel | 0W-30 | STJLR.03.5007 where specified. | Confirm the engine designation and model year. |
| 2.0 Ingenium petrol | 0W-20 | STJLR.51.5122 or later STJLR.03.5006 where specified. | Match the complete JLR approval, not only the viscosity. |
| Ingenium diesel MHEV | 0W-20 | STJLR.03.5006 where specified for the later engine. | Use low-SAPS oil suitable for the emissions system. |
| Ingenium petrol MHEV | 0W-20 | STJLR.03.5006 where specified. | Confirm the exact engine output and model year. |
| Plug-in hybrid petrol engine | VIN-specific low-viscosity engine oil | Use the current JLR specification stated for the exact PHEV derivative. | High-voltage workshop safety procedures apply. |
| Six-speed manual gearbox | Dedicated manual transmission fluid | Use the exact specification stated for the fitted transmission. | Approximately 2.0 litres on relevant applications. |
| Nine-speed automatic gearbox | ZF 9HP-approved automatic transmission fluid | Match the fluid to the exact transmission code and model year. | A temperature-controlled level-setting procedure is required. |
| Eight-speed hybrid automatic gearbox | Dedicated hybrid transmission fluid | Use the fluid specified for the exact plug-in hybrid transmission. | Do not assume conventional nine-speed fluid is suitable. |
| Power Transfer Unit | Dedicated synthetic gear oil | Use the JLR specification for the exact PTU. | Two-wheel-drive models do not have the same four-wheel-drive components. |
| Rear Drive Unit | JLR-approved synthetic axle oil | Specification depends on standard or active driveline fitment. | Identify the rear-drive system before ordering fluid. |
| Haldex or active driveline coupling | Dedicated coupling fluid | Use fluid approved for the exact coupling or active driveline system. | This fluid is separate from the rear differential lubricant. |
Other Freelander and Discovery Sport Fluids
| System | Guidance |
|---|---|
| Freelander 1 power steering | Use Dexron III automatic transmission fluid in the hydraulic power-steering system. |
| Freelander 2 power steering | Use the specified cold-climate hydraulic fluid. Where part number STC50519 is specified, do not substitute ordinary ATF. View STC50519 fluid . |
| Discovery Sport steering | Discovery Sport uses electric power-assisted steering and does not have a conventional hydraulic power-steering reservoir. |
| Brake fluid | Freelander 1 uses DOT 4. Later models may require low-viscosity DOT 4 meeting ISO 4925 Class 6. Confirm the handbook specification. |
| Engine coolant | Use coolant meeting the exact Land Rover or JLR specification stated for the vehicle. Do not identify coolant solely by colour. |
| Diesel exhaust fluid | Later Discovery Sport diesel models with SCR use diesel exhaust fluid meeting ISO 22241. |
| Screenwash | Use automotive screenwash mixed for the expected temperature. Do not use domestic detergent or engine coolant. |
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