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Range Rover P38 2.5 DSE diesel (BMW) specs and manuals
Range Rover P38 (1994–2002) · 1994–2002
Model data
| Built | 1994–2002 |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5 L BMW M51 turbodiesel I6 ('DSE') |
| Gearbox & 4WD | GM 4L80-E automatic or R380 manual; Borg Warner chain-drive transfer box |
| Wheelbases | 108 in |
| Notes | Air suspension standard. |
Fluids & capacities
| Engine oil | Diesel-rated 10W-40 semi-synthetic or 5W-30/5W-40 synthetic (ACEA B3/B4) |
|---|---|
| Oil capacity | ≈8.7 L refill with filter (owners quoting RAVE) |
| Coolant | ≈11.3 L, 50% antifreeze |
| Air filter | Paper element |
| Main gearbox | Automatic: GM 4L80-E: ATF Dexron III, ≈9.7 L from dry · manual R380: ≈2.7 L |
| Transfer box | Borg Warner 44-62 chain-drive box with viscous coupling, ≈2.3 L: use the fluid in your handbook (it is not the LT230 oil) |
| Differentials | 80W-90 hypoid, ≈1.7 L each axle |
| Swivel housings | No swivel housings: CV joints and ball joints |
| Steering | Power steering: ATF Dexron III |
| Brakes | DOT4, minimum boiling point 260 °C |
| Clutch hydraulics | DOT4 (manual only) |
| Land Rover service schedule | Owners report a 12,000-mile / 12-month main service with an intermediate service every 6,000 miles on the diesel. Bulkhead follows the 6,000-mile oil change. |
| Service note | BMW M51 2.5 turbodiesel ('DSE'), electronically controlled injection pump. |
Settings & torque figures
| Valve clearances | Hydraulic, no adjustment |
|---|---|
| Wheel nut torque | Check the handbook for your wheels |
Service part numbers
| Oil filter | STC3350 (from engine 33978349; STC2180 before) |
|---|---|
| Fuel filter | STC2827 |
| Pollen filter | LR030219 |
| Oil filter cover O-ring | STC2173 |
| Sump plug washer | VYX000040 |
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