Member Since: 11 Sep 2023
Location: Wiltshire
Posts: 9
Thanks Ian, will do. I have a little to do list of checks and will then do some more research on here.
Shall look for Oval, thanks for the lead.
13th Sep 2023 11:48 am
Deadea01
Member Since: 15 Sep 2023
Location: Mississippi
Posts: 3
Lr3 suspension fault
I’m new so feel free to correct and guide me , plz. My 2006 HSE Lr3 throws a suspension fault when started , the. It turns red and vehicle lowers to bumps. I stop restart andi it usually works for a while. I had the cluster refurbished and it worked well for a few days. I just replace the alternator and it worked for r a few days. Now back to the same old problem. Any suggestions ? David
15th Sep 2023 4:43 am
JTR
Member Since: 17 Sep 2023
Location: Staffordshire
Posts: 4
Hello Martin,
I have been a member for years but have not visited the site for a while.
I had forgotten my password and, after several attempts at resetting, I gave up and rejoined.
I bought my first Discovery in 1995 and have owned one ever since, th current one being a Discovery 4 SE Tech in Stornaway Grey. This will probably be my last as I think Land Rover have slightly lost their direction with the latest models. They do not seem to be "Working " vehicles anymore.
Let's see what the future brings.
17th Sep 2023 3:21 pm
ianm27
Member Since: 02 Jun 2016
Location: Hertfordshire
Posts: 2154
Hi and welcome Deadea01 May I suggest you post your query in the D3 section of the forum as you are more likely to get a sensible response
Welcome back JTR Uncle Ray's spare wheel protector
Limo Tint
Blackvue front & rear dashcam
Cruise control switch pack
Bodsy's remote for FBH
19th Sep 2023 10:22 am
JRichichi
Member Since: 21 Sep 2023
Location: Hockwold
Posts: 2
New to the Forum
Hello All,
Currently on Disco 3 number two. Bought 2009 a few months back with 79000 on the clock. I thought it would be a good buy as not many miles at all for a 2009, but have already had to replace the alternator, the front and rear calipers and pads. Just now experiencing loud crunchy noise from the undercarriage only while turning to the left. I suspect i will need new front hub bearings, which i have already bought along with new rotors. Also experiencing a nearly 90% loss in power. loads of black smoke coming out the back until at 2500 revs. Having to use manual gear election as standard drive will not change gears. I suspect the issue there may be the turbo. Planning to do a complete inspection/ clean of the intake components intercooler before purchasing a turbo.
If anyone has had these issues or has any thoughts from the symptoms described, any advice would be much appreciated.
Jon
21st Sep 2023 9:14 am
Worms
Member Since: 24 Sep 2023
Location: Highlands
Posts: 401
Moving over here from the FL2 Forum as I am trading-in the Freelander for a 2005 D3 on Monday.
...I suspect I may live to regret this, but such is life! Previously:
2010 FL2 TD4e GS
‘93 Defender 110 200TDi CSW - still got this, non-runner on SORN.
‘87 Defender 90 4 cyl Petrol
‘83 110 CSW V8 - best ever!
Range Rover 2-door V8 (not sure of year - 4-speed box and vacuum diff switch)
Series III SWB Diesel
24th Sep 2023 7:06 am
Glen336
Member Since: 25 Sep 2023
Location: WISBECH
Posts: 5
Hi all. Joined the forum as I’m looking out for a disco 3. Currently own a p38 Range Rover. My dad has a d2 and a d3 also
25th Sep 2023 4:58 pm
DiscoNicko
Member Since: 29 Sep 2023
Location: Tasmania
Posts: 1
Newbie from Aus
Hi all
Newbie to this site. Just saying hello!!
I’m an Aussie and lived in the Netherlands the last year bought my first Disco 3 and loved it!
Have since moved back home to Australia and now own my second Disco 3.
Popped on this site to hopefully find some answers to my questions.
Nick
29th Sep 2023 12:45 am
bwk
Member Since: 29 Sep 2023
Location: South East
Posts: 3
Hi All
Ben here. Grew up changing gearboxes on series land rovers and going on family holidays to Ireland in our 90 but have never bitten the bullet. Currently looking at D3/D4 so thought I would sign up and say hi!
29th Sep 2023 7:31 am
ianm27
Member Since: 02 Jun 2016
Location: Hertfordshire
Posts: 2154
welcome to the new members, those that have a Landrover and those with very large wallets
(well, you must have large wallets if you're thinking of buying D3/D4 )
JRichichi - may I suggest you raise your queries in the D3 section of the forum where someone will (most likely) be able to give some advice Uncle Ray's spare wheel protector
Limo Tint
Blackvue front & rear dashcam
Cruise control switch pack
Bodsy's remote for FBH
29th Sep 2023 11:36 am
Disco For ever
Member Since: 30 Sep 2023
Location: Mt. Warrigal
Posts: 1
Hi Everyone
I am the owner of a Disco4 2013 since new. So far we have travelled together some 122K km. I am also happy to say that I have never been let down by the Disco.
Safe driving
Alfred
30th Sep 2023 5:00 am
Gizmo15
Member Since: 01 Oct 2023
Location: Midlands
Posts: 4
Fuel tank module
Hi all, I have removed the fuel tank from my vehicle as I have been having fuel starvation issues, just wondering if anyone has any idea how to release the fuel pump module from the tank on my disco 4, the land rover forum I checked just shows a diagram and no text, it appears to be locked in somehow, I know it has to turn anticlockwise but it is prevented from doing so when in service, I’ve had my torch in there and have not seen any visible tang or clip or release tab etc, so any advice would be welcome. Thanks in advance.
1st Oct 2023 9:26 am
ianm27
Member Since: 02 Jun 2016
Location: Hertfordshire
Posts: 2154
Welcome to the new members
Disco For ever - sounds like you got a really good D4 there - hope this hasn't jinxed it now (we all know you never let her hear any praise)
Gizmo15 - may I suggest you post you query in the D4 section of the forum as more people read that section and you are more likely to get a helpful reply Uncle Ray's spare wheel protector
Limo Tint
Blackvue front & rear dashcam
Cruise control switch pack
Bodsy's remote for FBH
1st Oct 2023 12:15 pm
disco_very
Member Since: 04 Oct 2023
Location: Lille
Posts: 1
Hi all,
New to the forum and new discovery 3 owner. Timing belt replacement search led me straight away here.
Mine is a 2008 model. 2.7 TDV6 HSE 5 seats with 227,500 km (141,300 ~).
Hoping to learn from experts!
Thanks!
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4th Oct 2023 11:48 pm
Pugs97
Member Since: 15 Oct 2023
Location: Wicklow
Posts: 2
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Hello to all,
Purchased my own Discovery 3 and am the owner of it the past two weeks. So far have done what’s needed doing such as a blown NSF Driveshaft, Brake pads and discs on the front and a full service. Next on the to-do list is to sort out the handbrake module and the ride height control switch not working.
Reason for buying a Discovery is due to my sheer love for them, my father had owned 3 in the past and he also loved them as did I. Got the one I have for a bargain even though it needs a nice handful of TLC but being a Motor Technician it has its advantages. Here’s to many comforting evenings spent working on and under this Discovery.
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