Advertise on DISCO3.CO.UK
Forum · Gallery · Wiki · Shop · Sponsors
DISCO3.CO.UK > My Discovery 3

Diesel smell
Post Reply  Down to end
Page 1 of 1
Henda
 


Member Since: 05 May 2016
Location: Gateshead
Posts: 473

United Kingdom 2005 Discovery 3 TDV6 Base 7 Seat Manual Siberian SilverDiscovery 3
Diesel smell

Anybody had this
I get a smell like exhaust gas from the front end can't see any smoke and don't think the exhaust has any leaks as the disco is very quiet happens when stopping or standing sometimes with the engine running
Cheers Henda Thumbs Up
 All transmission oil replaced
3 flash indicators
All timing belts changed
EPB serviced
De cat fitted
Wind deflectors
De-tango done
Tints fitted
Egr blanked 
 
Post #169775029th Aug 2016 3:38 pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
Narpy
 


Member Since: 18 Jul 2011
Location: Stockport
Posts: 7830

2005 Discovery 3 TDV6 S Manual Cairns BlueDiscovery 3

Does this happen predominantly in the cooler months?
 Mods:
Front Fogs + Halos
FBH Remote Control
The 1st Ever RRS Modded Grill
Garmin Nuvi + D4 Surround + Reversing Camera.
D4 Steering Wheel.
Rear Boot Spoiler.
Twin Brake Lights.
Wing Mirror Indicator Repeaters.
Long Roof Rails
Make your own Narpy grill thread
I'm not scared, I'm outta here. 
 
Post #169775429th Aug 2016 3:56 pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
Henda
 


Member Since: 05 May 2016
Location: Gateshead
Posts: 473

United Kingdom 2005 Discovery 3 TDV6 Base 7 Seat Manual Siberian SilverDiscovery 3

Not really mate
I was thinking myself about the pre heat
It's just like a diesel exhaust smell , not worried about it just wondering what the cause was if I am pinpointing it's coming from the near side front turbo side
 All transmission oil replaced
3 flash indicators
All timing belts changed
EPB serviced
De cat fitted
Wind deflectors
De-tango done
Tints fitted
Egr blanked 
 
Post #169781729th Aug 2016 7:21 pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
JMack
 


Member Since: 02 Aug 2014
Location: Edinburgh
Posts: 1517

Scotland 2006 Discovery 3 TDV6 Commercial Manual Java BlackDiscovery 3

Nearside front is where the exhaust for the fuel burning heater exits.

I'd check it isn't running when it shouldn't.
  
Post #169782029th Aug 2016 7:25 pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
Narpy
 


Member Since: 18 Jul 2011
Location: Stockport
Posts: 7830

2005 Discovery 3 TDV6 S Manual Cairns BlueDiscovery 3

My thoughts exactly.
The FBH smells like aviation fuel when it's burning and they don't all belch out smoke either. Wink
If it is running I'd check everything is plugged up and nothing has rattled loose.

What temp you seeing on the dash display?
 Mods:
Front Fogs + Halos
FBH Remote Control
The 1st Ever RRS Modded Grill
Garmin Nuvi + D4 Surround + Reversing Camera.
D4 Steering Wheel.
Rear Boot Spoiler.
Twin Brake Lights.
Wing Mirror Indicator Repeaters.
Long Roof Rails
Make your own Narpy grill thread
I'm not scared, I'm outta here. 
 
Post #169785929th Aug 2016 8:12 pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
Henda
 


Member Since: 05 May 2016
Location: Gateshead
Posts: 473

United Kingdom 2005 Discovery 3 TDV6 Base 7 Seat Manual Siberian SilverDiscovery 3

Everything looks normal runs at normal temp bags of power no noises no oil leaks very smooth
Yes yes I know it's a disco but it's all good
Maybe it's just a disco thing Very Happy
 All transmission oil replaced
3 flash indicators
All timing belts changed
EPB serviced
De cat fitted
Wind deflectors
De-tango done
Tints fitted
Egr blanked 
 
Post #169787829th Aug 2016 8:34 pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
Narpy
 


Member Since: 18 Jul 2011
Location: Stockport
Posts: 7830

2005 Discovery 3 TDV6 S Manual Cairns BlueDiscovery 3

What outside temperature is displayed i.e. is it showing very cool temps instead of normal up around 20 degrees?
 Mods:
Front Fogs + Halos
FBH Remote Control
The 1st Ever RRS Modded Grill
Garmin Nuvi + D4 Surround + Reversing Camera.
D4 Steering Wheel.
Rear Boot Spoiler.
Twin Brake Lights.
Wing Mirror Indicator Repeaters.
Long Roof Rails
Make your own Narpy grill thread
I'm not scared, I'm outta here. 
 
Post #169788629th Aug 2016 8:47 pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
Henda
 


Member Since: 05 May 2016
Location: Gateshead
Posts: 473

United Kingdom 2005 Discovery 3 TDV6 Base 7 Seat Manual Siberian SilverDiscovery 3

Outside temp reads normal up here today it was reading 24 degrees at first I was thinking oil or diesel dripping on the exhaust it's that sort of fume but checked today no oil anywhere no wet pipes
Bow down it's got me baffled
Thumbs Up
 All transmission oil replaced
3 flash indicators
All timing belts changed
EPB serviced
De cat fitted
Wind deflectors
De-tango done
Tints fitted
Egr blanked 
 
Post #169789229th Aug 2016 9:00 pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
tayaste
 


Member Since: 15 May 2013
Location: Chester
Posts: 7633

United Kingdom 2008 Discovery 3 TDV6 HSE Auto Stornoway GreyDiscovery 3

Check for pooling around the injector ports. Could be leaky injector or leak off pipes.
   
Post #169795130th Aug 2016 12:12 am
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
Eagle_D4_Conversion
 


Member Since: 01 Jun 2016
Location: Basingstoke
Posts: 82

United Kingdom 2008 Discovery 3 TDV6 XS Auto Java BlackDiscovery 3

^^^^^^^ Take the oil filer cap off and lift the engine cover. Can you see any wet patches around the injectors? I had this exact same thing with a diesel leak from 3 injectors Big Cry . One of the leaks was particularly bad on the offside and diesel could be seen down the side of the block. A quick was off with brake cleaner and check with the engine running showed the issue. I was hoping it would be a new spill pipe.....It wasn't I needed 3 new injectors. Big Cry Good luck. I hope it turns out to be the cheaper option if you have a leak.
 2008 XS Java Black
Geoff. & Flack Full Belts and Oil pump change
Full D4 Conversion, Wings, bumper, 2016 headlights & Rear lights.
22" Alloys (285/35) Full Autobox flush, full fluid change (Trans/diffs)
TPMS added, rear headrest screens. 
 
Post #169799730th Aug 2016 9:08 am
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
Henda
 


Member Since: 05 May 2016
Location: Gateshead
Posts: 473

United Kingdom 2005 Discovery 3 TDV6 Base 7 Seat Manual Siberian SilverDiscovery 3

Good call lads thank you
I'll have a check tomorrow night let know the good or bad news
Might even jet wash the engine with brake cleaner and see what turns up
Thumbs Up Thumbs Up
 All transmission oil replaced
3 flash indicators
All timing belts changed
EPB serviced
De cat fitted
Wind deflectors
De-tango done
Tints fitted
Egr blanked 
 
Post #169821830th Aug 2016 7:30 pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Reply with quote
Henda
 


Member Since: 05 May 2016
Location: Gateshead
Posts: 473

United Kingdom 2005 Discovery 3 TDV6 Base 7 Seat Manual Siberian SilverDiscovery 3

Checked the whole top of the engine and as far as I can see its bone dry nothing anywhere
Next step is to have a look under the engine pan because I changed the sump pan earlier this year as it was corroded and leaking I am thinking maybe reside oil may be getting throw up and burning off
As per Landrover it hasn't happened again for a few days Exclamation Shocked
No doubt it will
Henda Thumbs Up
 All transmission oil replaced
3 flash indicators
All timing belts changed
EPB serviced
De cat fitted
Wind deflectors
De-tango done
Tints fitted
Egr blanked 
 
Post #16990811st Sep 2016 6:23 pm
View user's profile Send private message View poster's gallery Post Reply
Display posts from the last:  
Post Reply Back to top
Page 1 of 1
Jump to:  
Previous Topic | Next Topic >


Posting Rules
You cannot post new topics in this forum
You cannot reply to topics in this forum
You cannot edit your posts in this forum
You cannot delete your posts in this forum
You cannot vote in polls in this forum



DISCO3.CO.UK Copyright © 2004-2024 Futuranet Ltd & Martin Lewis
DISCO3.CO.UK RSS Feed - All Forums

DISCO3.CO.UK is independent and not affiliated to Land Rover.
Switch to Mobile Site