Land Rover service schedules

1999 to 2003 Discovery II and 99-02 Range Rover models with Bosch engine management

What should be done, and when: Note that this list of service differs in some respects from the manufacturer service schedule. It is based upon our extensive experience and intended for users who operate their trucks mostly on road, on highway. Drivers who run extensively off road or in water may have different needs. Drivers with modified trucks may also have different needs. This list is intended to serve as a guide only.

Bosch Rovers do not have replaceable fuel filters. Other service tasks are simplified as compared to older Land Rover products.

When “Service Engine” comes on

  • The Service Engine light comes on when there is a problem with the engine management system, the fuel evaporative control system, or the interface with the electronic transmission controls. You can check and clear codes with an OBD II scan tool after performing the necessary repairs.
1,000 - 3,250 miles if using non-synthetic oil
    * not recommended *
  • Change oil and filter if you’re using regular oil. Less often and you'll be building up sludge in the motor.
7,500 mile intervals between major services
  • Change oil & filter using good synthetic oil. We recommend Mobil 1™ Extended Performance.
  • Check and top all other fluids
  • Rotate tires
  • Check for damage under car
  • Grease drive shaft u-joints
  • Lube body hinges and door latches
  • We suggest you check your tires carefully. The Goodyear and Michelin tires will wear longer if rotated every 7,500 miles. Some other tires can be left alone for 15,000 miles
15,000 miles
  • Change engine oil filter. We recommend Mobil 1™ Extended Performance.
  • Check and top all other fluids
  • Remove wheels, inspect steering, suspension, and brakes. Rotate tires and make sure lugs are lubricated and hubs are corrosion free.
  • Check lights and wiper/washer system
  • Check belts and hoses, and check for leaks and/or damage.
  • Check accessories for proper function.
  • Road test and check for other problems
30,000 miles or 3 years
  • Change engine oil & filter. We recommend Mobil 1™ Extended Performance.
  • Drain and refill transmission fluid
  • Check front and rear axle oils
  • Check (Discovery) or change (Range Rover) transfer case oil
  • Change brake fluid by pumping fresh fluid through the system. You will need the Autologic or similar Land Rover test system to operate the ABS pump to do this properly.
  • Change Dex-Cool coolant if more than 2 years old. Pay particular attention to leaks.
  • Check and top all other fluids
  • Oil all door and body hinges
  • Replace air filter
  • Test battery and replace if faulty
  • Replace cabin filters if needed (Range Rovers)
  • Check steering linkage joints. Joints should all be good and tight.
  • Check brakes
  • Adjust parking brake
  • Check exhaust and under car components for damage
  • Replace wipers if torn or streaking
  • Check function of all lights
  • Check a/c and heat
  • Check all accessories
  • Check washer jets, clean and adjust if needed
  • Rotate tires
  • Check for stored fault conditions with Autologic or T4 system
  • Road test and note other problems
45,000 miles
  • Change engine oil & filter. We recommend Mobil 1™ Extended Performance
  • Check transmission fluid
  • Check front and rear axle oils
  • Check swivel housings
  • Check transfer case oil
  • Check and top all other fluids
  • Oil all door and body hinges
  • Grease drive shaft joints
  • Clean air filter
  • Check steering linkage joints. Joints should all be good and tight.
  • Check brakes
  • Check exhaust and under-car components for damage
  • Replace wipers if bad
  • Check lights
  • Check a/c and heat
  • Check all accessories
  • Check washer jets, clean and adjust if needed
  • Rotate tires
  • Road test and note other problems
60,000 miles
  • Change engine oil & filter. We recommend Mobil 1™ Extended Performance.
  • Change transmission fluid
  • Change front and rear axle oils * Land Rover recommends this service at 90,000 miles in the US. We suggest 60,000 miles if you use your vehicle to tow or go off-roading.
  • Change Dex-cool coolant
  • Replace plastic fill plug on radiator if fitted
  • Change transfer case oil
  • Change brake fluid by pumping fresh fluid through the system. You will need the Autologic or similar Land Rover test system to operate the ABS pump to do this properly.
  • Check and top all other fluids
  • Test battery and replace if faulty
  • Oil all door and body hinges
  • Grease drive shaft joints
  • Replace platinum spark plugs
  • Replace air filter
  • Clean throttle body
  • Clean differential vent pipes
  • Check steering linkage joints
  • Check brakes
  • Adjust parking brake
  • Check exhaust and under car components for damage
  • Replace wipers if bad
  • Check lights
  • Check a/c and heat
  • Check all accessories
  • Check washer jets, clean and adjust if needed
  • Rotate tires
  • Check for stored fault conditions with Autologic or Testbook
  • Check operation of O2 sensors and emission system if not done at 52,500
  • Road test and note other problems
75,000 miles
  • Change engine oil filter. We recommend Mobil 1™ Extended Performance.
  • Check transmission fluid
  • Check front and rear axle oils
  • Check and top all other fluids
  • Check swivel housings
  • Check transfer case oil
  • Oil all door and body hinges
  • Grease drive shaft joints
  • Clean air filter
  • Check steering linkage joints. Joints should all be good and tight.
  • Check brakes
  • Check exhaust and under car components for damage
  • Replace wipers if bad
  • Check lights
  • Check a/c and heat
  • Check all accessories
  • Check washer jets, clean and adjust if needed
  • Rotate tires
90,000 miles
  • Change engine oil & filter. We recommend Mobil 1™ Extended Performance
  • Change transmission fluid and filter
  • Change front and rear axle oils if not changed at 60K.  If changed at 60K, check at 90K
  • Change Dex-Cool coolant
  • Change transfer case oil
  • Change brake fluid by pumping fresh fluid through the system.  You will need the Autologic or similar Land Rover test system to operate the ABS pump to do this properly.
  • Check and top all other fluids
  • Oil all door and body hinges
  • Grease drive shaft joints
  • Test battery and replace if faulty
  • Check hubs for looseness and noise - at this mileage they will begin to fail.
  • Replace air filter
  • Check steering linkage joints.
  • Check brakes
  • Adjust parking brake
  • Check exhaust and under car components for damage
  • Replace wipers if bad
  • Check lights
  • Check a/c and heat
  • Check all accessories
  • Check washer jets, clean and adjust if needed
  • Rotate tires
  • Check for stored fault conditions with Autologic or Testbook
  • Check operation of O2 sensors, replace if bad
  • Road test and note other problems
105,000 miles
  • Change engine oil filter. We recommend Mobil 1™ Extended Performance.
  • Check transmission fluid. Check steering linkage joints. Joints should all be good and tight.
  • Check brakes
  • Check exhaust and under car components for damage
  • Replace wipers if bad
  • Check lights
  • Check a/c and heat
  • Check all accessories
  • Check washer jets, clean and adjust if needed
  • Rotate tires
  • Road test and note other problems. Check front and rear axle oils.
  • Check and top all other fluids
  • Check swivel housings
  • Check transfer case oil
  • Oil all door and body hinges
  • Grease drive shaft joints
  • Replace spark plugs
  • Clean air filter
  • Check steering linkage joints. Joints should all be good and tight.
  • Check brakes
  • Check exhaust and under car components for damage
  • Replace wipers if bad
  • Check lights
  • Check a/c and heat
  • Check all accessories
  • Check washer jets, clean and adjust if needed
  • Rotate tires
  • Road test and note other problems
120,000 miles
  • Change engine oil filter. We recommend Mobil 1™ Extended Performance.
  • Change transmission fluid
  • Change front and rear axle oils
  • Change Dex-cool coolant
  • Replace plastic fill plug on radiator if fitted
  • Change transfer case oil
  • Change brake fluid by pumping fresh fluid through the system. You will need the Autologic or similar Land Rover test system to operate the ABS pump to do this properly.
  • Check and top all other fluids
  • Test battery and replace if faulty
  • Oil all door and body hinges
  • Grease drive shaft joints
  • Replace platinum spark plugs
  • Replace air filter
  • Check steering linkage joints.
  • Check brakes
  • Adjust parking brake
  • Check exhaust and under car components for damage
  • Replace wipers if bad
  • Check lights
  • Check a/c and heat
  • Check all accessories
  • Check washer jets, clean and adjust if needed
  • Rotate tires
  • Check for stored fault conditions with Autologic or Testbook
  • Replace O2 sensors unless they've already been changed
  • Road test and note other problems

J E Robison Service Co Inc of Springfield, Massachusetts, is an independent business that specializes in the sale and service of used Land Rovers. We are not an authorized Land Rover dealership, we do not sell brand new Land Rovers and we are not otherwise affiliated with, originating from, sponsored by, or approved by Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC in any way.