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Land Rover Discovery 1 2.0 Mpi petrol specs and manuals
Discovery 1 (1989–98) · 1993–1997
Model data
| Built | 1993–1997 |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0 L Mpi (Rover T16-family) petrol I4 |
| Gearbox & 4WD | 5-speed manual; LT230 transfer box |
| Wheelbases | 100 in |
| Notes | 1993–97, mostly for tax-sensitive markets. |
Fluids & capacities
| Engine oil | 10W-40 semi-synthetic, API SG/SH or better |
|---|---|
| Oil capacity | Fill to the dipstick high mark (see your handbook for the figure) |
| Coolant | 50% antifreeze with an aluminium-safe inhibitor |
| Air filter | Paper element |
| Main gearbox | LT77 or R380 5-speed: ATF Dexron IID, ≈2.4–2.7 L |
| Transfer box | LT230: 80W-90 (GL-4) or ATF Dexron IID (refill with whichever was drained), ≈2.3–2.8 L |
| Differentials | EP90 / 80W-90 hypoid to API GL-4, ≈1.7 L each axle |
| Swivel housings | EP90, ≈0.35 L each side; later vehicles one-shot grease |
| Steering | Power steering: ATF Dexron II/III, ≈3.4 L (RHD) / 2.9 L (LHD) |
| Brakes | DOT4, minimum boiling point 260 °C |
| Clutch hydraulics | DOT4 |
| Service note | The 2.0 Mpi is a Rover T16-family 16-valve petrol engine (1993–97), mostly sold in Italy and the UK. Parts are harder to find than for the V8 and Tdi. |
Settings & torque figures
| Spark plugs | Check the handbook (gap ≈0.9 mm on the Rover T16 family) |
|---|---|
| Valve clearances | Hydraulic, no adjustment |
| Timing belt interval | 60,000 mi / 5 years (halve it for dusty use or regular deep wading) |
| Wheel nut torque | Alloy wheels ≈130 Nm (96 lbf ft); steel ≈108 Nm (80 lbf ft) |
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