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Well done discostick,
its great to see this can be done, even if a little awkward in some respects
one question
If you change the engine in this way (assuming it has died for some reason) once the replacement is fitted and everything connected up will it run using the original ECU and other replacement items such as injectors etc, or do the injectors need to be swapped over from the original unit Never get mad - get even !!
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19th Jan 2013 7:45 pm
discostick
Member Since: 08 Nov 2012
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disco_steve wrote:
Well done discostick,
its great to see this can be done, even if a little awkward in some respects
one question
If you change the engine in this way (assuming it has died for some reason) once the replacement is fitted and everything connected up will it run using the original ECU and other replacement items such as injectors etc, or do the injectors need to be swapped over from the original unit
Everything should work ok. The only item I'm not sure on is the injectors, if they are coded in the ECU .? Hopefully someone will know on here..
I will be re using mine so not a concern.
19th Jan 2013 8:03 pm
disco_steve
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My thoughts to, but it seems a little daft to put old injectors that may well have done 300k or even 400k miles of use into a new or refurbished low mileage engine Never get mad - get even !!
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52 X-Trail 2.2 SVE
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19th Jan 2013 8:21 pm
discostick
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I'd agree, this engine had only one 70k, so I'm sure the injectors have plenty of miles left in them.
I will replace the glow plugs though, as they are notoriously risky of breaking when being changed.
Also getting the turbo re-con. Well worth it while it's out I think. Only about £165 at a reputable company.
I will most likely be fitting a new short block from LR and re-using the heads etc off this one. But will see what they are like when I pull them off. Damage was to the bottom end by the look of it.
19th Jan 2013 9:04 pm
Robbie
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Injectors are not coded.
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I see your thread seeking a new engine is still active, and you are talking about a LR short engine, so I assume you couldn't find a decent D3 engine.
At some time it would be interesting to hear what's wrong with you engine.
Good luck
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20th Jan 2013 9:36 am
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very well done took to body of mine few months ago and at one point thought is it ever going to work again well done-------------------------------------------------
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20th Jan 2013 9:52 am
discostick
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It actually worked out the same price to buy a new short block ~ 3k. So hoping the heads are all ok, I will have the upgraded block with the 3.0 ltr crank in it, Comes with a new oil pump etc. 12 mth warranty too.
Thanks for all the replys and interest, I couldn't of got this far without the forum support.
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20th Jan 2013 9:57 am
twoakers
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Yes, well done discostick
We all admire your courage and determination
Now doubt I will have to do mine when the LR 'select warranty' expires in June 2013
Something is bound to go seriously wrong after that
The photos are great and explain much more than you can ever say
Keep us all posted when you have the time 8)Cheers, Dave in Essex
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20th Jan 2013 10:15 am
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Hats off to you - I only had to change a cam belt on a pinto engine years ago - took nearly all day lying on my parents drive on a freezing November day - dont envy you doing all that work outside in this weather
Good Luck
20th Jan 2013 10:34 am
disco_steve
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Please keep the photos coming, it will be an invaluable record for those who may have to do this in the future Never get mad - get even !!
06 D3 now gone to family member and still going strong at 265k
previous vehicles:
04 D2 TD5 - (clocked 189k from new)
52 X-Trail 2.2 SVE
various euro boxes !
20th Jan 2013 10:38 am
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Well done, brilliant article and very informative good luck. Steve
29th Jan 2013 6:45 am
Dexthersj41
Member Since: 20 Mar 2013
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Hi.
Ive just done this on mine the hardest part was taking the crossover pipe off! took me approx 5hrs to remove!
had a great time really enjoyed my self (makes a change from servicing cars all the time) all back together now I just have a misfire on no 1 cylinder i am sure its the injector just got to find another from some where!
23rd Mar 2013 6:58 pm
tomtom86
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Dexter why did you take the cross over pipe off before removing the engine?
23rd Mar 2013 7:04 pm
Dexthersj41
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Because I didn't take the gearbox out and it wouldn't come out with it still attached! Also I bought a workshop manual off eBay and it said to remove it!
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