Thread: Servicing LR3 yourself

Originally Posted by garrycol

Don't you mean Allianz rather than Alliance as Alliance does not have a good reputation in the extended warranty field.

Garry

Yes I did actually mean to write Allianz Garry thank you for pointing out my lazy typing blunder.


cheers,
Terry

Hi Rob,
I also use Castrol Edge 5-30 which was the recommendation for the LR3 but they have upped the recommendation for the later models to cover cars fitted with DPF's.
Issue is that for the Australian market the DPF isn't fitted by LR (check my post on checking for DPF fitment in your VIN number) so I can't see why we can't use Castrol Edge 5-30 ?
Regards
Barryp

My research has revealed that the non-DPF oil has better lubricating qualities, with the DPF compatible oil being a compromise to avoid destroying the DPF.

Hi Graeme,
I agree.
Regards
Barryp

Thanks Barry, but find that post, will check again.

Rob

Do any of the LR3/D3/RRS have DPF's?? I have bought DPF specific oil that I was going to use next service. Penrite enviro+ 5/30.

I bought my filters from LR last time but if you're organised enough they can be picked up quite cheaply online.

Hi Rich84,

PDF Info reproduced below from my earlier post. Not sure if .pdf has copied below.


I have attached the LR VIN Data to tell if you have a PDF fitted, apparently not for Australia. My 2011 RR Sport definately doesn't have one.
In the 5th letter of the VIN on the 3 litre motor, it will be G if a PDF is fitted and an F if no PDF is fitted.
Of course you could also have a look underneath!
Regards
Barryp
Attached Files LR Vin Info.pdf (92.6 KB, 15 views)

Bummer - thought I had to use it. Oh well, one service isn't going to hurt anything.

I believe the DPF rated oils (ie, VW 507.00 rated) have lower levels of sufated ash and less molybdenum disulphide. Both of which are very good for oil stability and as anti-wear agents.