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Range Rover Classic 2.4 / 2.5 VM turbodiesel specs and manuals
Range Rover Classic (1970–96) · 1986–1992
Model data
| Built | 1986–1992 |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2.4 L (1986–88) and 2.5 L (1989–92) VM turbodiesel I4 |
| Gearbox & 4WD | 5-speed manual or ZF 4-speed automatic |
| Wheelbases | 100 in |
| Notes | Italian VM engines with a separate cylinder head per cylinder. |
Fluids & capacities
| Engine oil | 15W-40 diesel oil (CCMC D3 / API CD or better in period; use API CH-4 today) |
|---|---|
| Oil capacity | ≈6.8 L including filter (fill to the dipstick) |
| Coolant | ≈11 L, 50% antifreeze |
| Air filter | Paper element |
| Main gearbox | LT77 5-speed (ATF Dexron IID, ≈2.2 L) or ZF 4HP22 4-speed automatic: ATF Dexron IID, ≈8.5–9.1 L from dry (a drain and filter change takes about 4 L) |
| Transfer box | LT230 or Borg Warner 13-61 (see your vehicle): LT230 80W-90 ≈2.8 L; BW ATF Dexron IID ≈1.7 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, no routine top-up) |
| Steering | Power steering: ATF Dexron II/III, ≈2.9 L system |
| Brakes | DOT4, minimum boiling point 260 °C |
| Clutch hydraulics | DOT4 (shares or has its own reservoir; check yours) |
| Service note | Italian VM 2.4 (1986–88) and 2.5 (1989–92) turbodiesels have a separate cylinder head for each cylinder. Overheating lifts those heads; keep the cooling system perfect. |
Settings & torque figures
| Valve clearances | Check your workshop manual |
|---|---|
| Wheel nut torque | Alloy wheels ≈108–130 Nm; check the figure for your wheels in the handbook |
Service part numbers
| Oil filter | AEU2218 |
|---|---|
| Fuel filter | AEU2147L |
| Air filter | NTC1435 (2.5 VM) |
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