Five-main-bearing crankshaft from 1980. Axle driving splines increased from 10 to 24 in 1982. About 440,000 Series III built 1971–85. Built 1971–1985, 2.25 L petrol I4, 73 hp; compression raised from 7:1 to 8:1, 4-speed, the first Land Rover with synchromesh on all forward gears; 2-speed transfer box.
Service schedule
Every routine job for a Land Rover Series III 2.25 petrol with its normal interval, whichever comes first. Tap a job for the step-by-step guide, parts and tools.
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