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Land Rover Series III 2.6 six-cylinder petrol maintenance

Series III (1971–85) · 1971–1980

Built 1971–1980, 2.6 L petrol I6, 86 hp, 4-speed all-synchromesh; 2-speed transfer box.

Service schedule

Every routine job for a Land Rover Series III 2.6 six-cylinder petrol 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
Points, plugs & ignition timing	Ignition	6,000 mi / 1 yr
Check & adjust valve clearances	Engine	12,000 mi / 1 yr
Carburettor service & damper oil	Fuel & air	6,000 mi / 1 yr
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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