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Series III (1971–85) · 1971–1985
Five-main-bearing crankshaft from 1980. Built 1971–1985, 2.25 L diesel I4, 62 hp, 4-speed all-synchromesh; 2-speed transfer box.
Service schedule
Every routine job for a Land Rover Series III 2.25 diesel with its normal interval, whichever comes first. Tap a job for the step-by-step guide, parts and tools.
Job System Every Engine oil & filter change Engine 3,000 mi / 6 months Clean oil-bath air cleaner Fuel & air 6,000 mi / 1 yr Fuel filter change & bleed Fuel & air 12,000 mi / 1 yr Drain fuel sedimenter / water trap Fuel & air 6,000 mi / 6 months Check & adjust valve clearances Engine 12,000 mi / 1 yr Heater plug & starting check Electrical 12,000 mi / 1 yr Injector test & service Fuel & air 24,000 mi / 2 yrs Fan / auxiliary belt check Cooling 6,000 mi / 1 yr Coolant drain, flush & refill Cooling 2 yrs Grease propshafts & nipples Driveline 3,000 mi / 6 months Check swivel housing oil & seals Axles 6,000 mi / 6 months Change swivel housing oil Axles 12,000 mi / 1 yr Check gearbox, transfer & axle oil levels Transmission 6,000 mi / 6 months Change gearbox & transfer box oil Transmission 12,000 mi / 1 yr Change front & rear axle oil Axles 12,000 mi / 1 yr Steering box, relay & joints check Steering 6,000 mi / 1 yr Adjust drum brakes & handbrake Brakes 6,000 mi / 6 months Inspect brake shoes, cylinders & hoses Brakes 12,000 mi / 1 yr Brake & clutch fluid change Brakes 2 yrs Leaf springs, U-bolts & shackles Suspension 12,000 mi / 1 yr Wheel bearing play check Axles 12,000 mi / 1 yr Chassis & bulkhead inspection, rust-proofing Body & chassis 1 yr Annual safety inspection Safety 1 yr Monthly walk-round checks Safety monthly
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