Thread: DonDownUnder's D3 dropping into Limp Mode

Originally Posted by Fatso

Triumph rover spares in SA have a crate long TDv6 2.7 engine for $11950 or $9900 short . Was the oil pump changed for the newer type when the belts were done .

I am checking that out regarding the oil pump, was it a re-call item to replace pump or standard procedure?? as I have a gut feeling that there was hydraulic resistance placed backwards on the L/h camshaft and pressure put on Crankshaft Pulley locknuts which came loose and belt slipped 6 teeth?

I have managed to get my hands on a new EU4 TD 2.7 V6 for just under $10K after following your suggestion . Thanks

The root mode of failure was the collapse of the co-drive chain between the two cams on the passenger side head causing the exhaust cam to lock solid and the momentum of engine and vehicle doing 80k ultimately moved the drive sprocket and subsequent instant damage to valves and pistons and probably the bottom end.

Originally Posted by Fatso

Triumph rover spares in SA have a crate long TDv6 2.7 engine for $11950 or $9900 short . Was the oil pump changed for the newer type when the belts were done .

Originally Posted by TerryO

Another option is you can also look into buying a low kilometer Fors Territory 2.7 engine for often only several thousand dollars and have that fitted.

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I know they are essentially the same basic engine, but do they actually fit? If so, then the Peugeot one should as well. I would imagine that there would be some pretty serious difference between them with things like cams.

Serious question. I don't know and I would like to. There's a mob in the UK who fit the V6 into D1s. I thought about the Territory motor for that conversion.

If so, this would seem to be a bargain: Ford Territory 2012 2 7L Turbo Diesel Engine LOW KM in VIC | eBay

Originally Posted by johntins

If so, this would seem to be a bargain: Ford Territory 2012 2 7L Turbo Diesel Engine LOW KM in VIC | eBay

Plenty of territory 2.7's out there at these sorts of prices

Originally Posted by Grentarc

Plenty of territory 2.7's out there at these sorts of prices

Still about $9k to have fitted, it's a risk and shame if you get a used engine that's a potential time bomb waiting to go off. I am on a pension so that's why I opted out for a Warranted item...

Sorry to say this but I got rid of my Disco3 and no more.... It was affecting my mental health considerably, was doing my head in. We spent a fortune on it but could not get rid of limp mode. EXTREMELY dangerous with caravan in tow. Ruined our years travels for winter. struggled home and sat by the fire,
I want to say thanks far and wide and to all who helped with advice for the support. Keep an eye out for my leftovers. cheers Don

G'day Don. It appears I have acquired your old Disco 3.
I'm actually happy I stumbled across this thread as it gives me insight into what actually happened to the previous engine. Car is a great improvement from my E53 X5 for the farm. I didn't want a Land Cruiser and I'm actually very impressed with the quality of ride out in the paddock.
I have, unfortunately, come across this problem you've described and this forum thread has now got me scratching my thread. I can see you had replaced the high pressure fuel pump and the intercooler hose. I thought it might be the brake light switch so I swapped it and changed a few bad bulbs.
The fact that it throws a bunch of module communication faults has now got me thinking that there is a bad earth but I imagine the dealer would've disconnected and replaced the earth leads to chassis and body when they installed the new engine. This could still be a likely cause however the main code thrown is P2290 which refers to low fuel pressure. I've also noticed the car only throws it's "limp mode tantrum", when you really put the foot to the floor. I can drive to Sydney and back, over taking cars quite comfortably and sitting on 100 without limp mode if I ensure my foot doesn't touch the floor. As soon as you push the pedal all the way down, it'll de-rate and throw a tantrum. I assume you've changed the fuel filter several times since the problem first occurred?

I'm pointing towards a bad earth or a faulty throttle pedal. Perhaps even a faulty MAF. I am however, very interested in knowing what else you've already replaced so I can cross them off the list. (If you still follow this forum of course).

I very much doubt this could be a gearbox issue but I'm not ruling it out completely. Just keen to solve this problem so my wife doesn't make me sell it.

Cheers,
Jono

Welcome aboard Jono.
I would suggest you send DonDownunder a PM.
Fortunately he is a current member still,last online Jan1.
Right click on Don Downunders details,all shall be revealed.
Goodluck in sorting the D3 out.
Andrew