레I have a 2018 Range Rover Velar D300 3.0 Diesel model with 100,000 kilometers on the clock. As I consider my maintenance schedule, I'm debating what to prioritize. For now, I’ll start by changing the engine oil and then focus on the transmission oil.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out! I also received recommendations for the differential and TC oil changes, but I’ve heard rumors about them being non-exchangeable. After some contemplation, I decided to start with the transmission oil.
I think it’s always good to do something rather than nothing.
For reference, I explained a bit while showing the actual vehicle to the owner, and we decided to schedule a follow-up visit.
In this world, there’s no such thing as non-exchangeable oil. Haha.
I recommend following the recommended replacement intervals for consumables.
Or at least adhere to the manufacturer’s recommended intervals for each brand.
I recommend following the recommended replacement intervals for consumables.
Or at least adhere to the manufacturer’s recommended intervals for each brand.
For engine oil, change it every year or around 6,200 miles.
1 year or around 10,000 kilometers. (The Range Rover manual states 32,000 kilometers.)
For transmission oil (ZF), change it every 5 years or around 50,000 to 62,000 miles.
For differential/TC oil, change every 2 to 3 years or around 25,000 to 31,000 miles.
For diesel fuel filters, change every 2 to 3 years or around 31,000 miles.
For the Range Rover Velar D300 Diesel, I used Granville’s recommended oil specification C1 5W30 for the engine oil change.
For the Range Rover Velar D300 Diesel, I used Granville’s recommended oil specification C1 5W30 for the engine oil change.
I always make sure to show this part to the car owner during the transmission oil service and provide a brief explanation.
In the future, the owner may not know how much longer they will drive the vehicle, but eventually, another replacement cycle will come. Seeing this will help them make informed decisions next time.
I also clean the valve body, which is a key component of the transmission.
A lot of dirt and contaminants accumulate there.
I generously spray cleaner on it.
I wait for the transmission oil to drain completely before reassembling everything.
I ensure to clean any oil and contaminants from the joint area and use a torque wrench to set everything optimally to prevent leaks.
At this point, it’s crucial to measure the oil level correctly; this process is called leveling! The temperature of the ZF transmission oil is essential.
The oil expands or contracts based on temperature, so leveling must occur within a specific temperature range (between 86°F and 122°F).
I monitor the levels with a scanner!
This approach guarantees a trouble-free setup!
By the way, what about the engine oil?!
Depending on the model year and engine displacement, for the Velar D300, I recommend using the 5W30 C1 specification as per STJLR.03.5005.
Honestly, while it’s not extremely critical for maintenance, considering the Range Rover’s history of issues, I adhere to all these guidelines.
The oil level is measured electronically, aiming for 2/3 to MAX.
Thank you for trusting me with your visit.