Land Rover   ·   1985–1990

110 2.5: Technical specifications

Technical specifications (1985–1990)

The Land Rover 110 2.5 is the 2.5-litre diesel variant, engine code 12J, built from 1985 to 1990. Quick answers and key figures below, then the full workshop tables.

Engine code12J
Power51 kW (69 hp)@ 4000 rpm
FuelDiesel
Cylinders4
Oil capacity6,0litres · with the filter

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type4/OHV
Capacity cc2495
Compression ratio :121

Injection system

Fuel/injection pump assembly MakeCAV
Fuel/injection pump assembly TypeDPS
Fuel feed/lift pump delivery pressure bar0,35-0,56
Injector nozzle MakeCAV
Nozzle and holder assembly Part No.BDN0
Nozzle and holder assembly Part No.SPC6209
Nozzle opening pressure - new/used bar137/123
Back leak (pressure loss) bar/secs152-101/7

Injection sequence

The injection sequence for the Land Rover 110 2.5 (1985–1990) is 1-3-4-2.

Injection sequence1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Land Rover 110 2.5 (1985–1990) are 0,25 mm inlet and 0,25 mm exhaust, measured cold.

Valve clearance - INLET mm0,25 cold
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm0,25 cold

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Land Rover 110 2.5 (1985–1990) takes 6.0 litres of engine oil with the filter.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 5W-30 for cold climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B2.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 15W-40 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B2.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 as an alternative for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B2.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 20W-50 for hot climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B2.

Manual gearbox

The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 2.7 litres. The specified oil is Dexron II.

Coolant

The listed total cooling-system capacity is 10.8 litres.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range Cold climate
Engine oil grade SAE 5W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA CF/B2
Ambient temperature range Moderate climate
Engine oil grade SAE 15W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA CF/B2
Ambient temperature range Moderate climate alternative
Engine oil grade SAE 10W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA CF/B2
Ambient temperature range Hot climate
Engine oil grade SAE 20W-50
Engine oil classification API/ACEA CF/B2
Engine with filter(s) litres 6.0
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE Dexron II
Manual transmission litres 2.7
Differential front/AT litres 1.7
Differential oil grade - rear SAE 90W
Cooling system - total capacity litres 10.8
Brake fluid Type DOT 4
Power steering fluid Type Dexron II
Power steering fluid litres 2.9

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Land Rover 110 2.5 (1985–1990) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 12 mm (solid) or 22 mm (ventilated) front and 10 mm rear.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - solid Front12 mm
Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front22 mm
Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear10 mm
Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear255,5 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Disc runout Front0,15 mm
Minimum pad thickness Front3 mm
Minimum pad thickness Rear2 mm
Minimum shoe thickness Rear2 mm
Parking brake travel No. of notches3-4

Bar lengths use a square-root scale so small and large values stay readable.

Service & electrical

Battery

The Land Rover 110 2.5 (1985–1990) uses a 12 V, 95 Ah battery (reserve capacity 175 minutes).

Battery V/RC(Ah)12/175 (95)

Glow plugs

Glow plugs for the Land Rover 110 2.5 (1985–1990): Beru GV602, Bosch 0 250 200 059, Champion CH63 and Lucas/CAV HDS221.

Glow plug nominal rating V/A11/8,5
Glow plug activation time secs20 Max
Glow plug - part no. BeruGV602
Glow plug - part no. Bosch0 250 200 059
Glow plug - part no. ChampionCH63
Glow plug - part no. Lucas/CAVHDS221

Tuning and emissions

Crankshaft position (n = ATDC) °BTDC13
Adjusting method Engine/PumpPointer/Pointer
Idle speed rpm650±20
Rated no load speed rpm4320-4480
Oil temperature °C70
Idle speed - for smoke test rpm630-670
Governed speed range - for smoke test rpm4320-4480
Maximum time at governed speed secs2,0
Test mode A/BB
Probe type 1/21
Smoke opacity - EU limit m-1 (%)2,50 (66)

Starting and charging

Starter motor MakeLucas
Starter motor Type2M113
Maximum cranking amps A257-314
Alternator MakeLucas
Alternator TypeA115 45
Alternator output A/V/rpm34/14/2500
Regulated voltage V13,6-14,4

Service checks and adjustments

Oil pressure bar/rpm2,5-4,6/2000
Radiator cap bar0,63
Thermostat opens °C82
Drive belt size - alternator mm9,5x1020
Drive belt size - PAS/AC mm9,5x938

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Land Rover 110 2.5 (1985–1990) are tightened in 3 stages: 35 Nm, then 70 Nm, then a final 115-130 Nm.

Cylinder head
Renew boltsNo
Tighten35 Nm
Tighten70 Nm
Tighten115-130 Nm
Cylinder head instructions
Other engine tightening torques
Main bearings Renew bolts/nutsNo
Main bearings Stage 168 Nm
Main bearings Stage 2136 Nm
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nutsNo
Big end bearings Stage 123 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 246 Nm
Oil pump to cylinder block22-28 Nm
Sump bolts15-20 Nm
Sump drain bolt30-40 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate130-143 Nm
Clutch pressure plate30-38 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt260-280 Nm
Injector/clamp6-8 Nm
Fuel/injection pump flange22-28 Nm
Fuel/injection pump mounting22-28 Nm
Glow plugs15-30 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Steering track rod end41 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front145 Nm
Road wheels108 Nm

Bar lengths use a square-root scale so small and large values stay readable.

Air conditioning

Air conditioning refrigerant TypeR12
Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams1220±30
Air conditioning oil TypeSuniso 4GS
Air conditioning oil quantity cm³313

Frequently asked questions

What is the injection sequence of the Land Rover 110 2.5?

The injection sequence for the Land Rover 110 2.5 (1985–1990) is 1-3-4-2.

What glow plugs does the Land Rover 110 2.5 use?

Glow plugs for the Land Rover 110 2.5 (1985–1990): Beru GV602, Bosch 0 250 200 059, Champion CH63 and Lucas/CAV HDS221.

How much oil does the Land Rover 110 2.5 take?

The Land Rover 110 2.5 (1985–1990) takes 6.0 litres of engine oil with the filter. A listed engine oil option is SAE 5W-30 for cold climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B2. A listed engine oil option is SAE 15W-40 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B2. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 as an alternative for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B2. A listed engine oil option is SAE 20W-50 for hot climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B2.

What are the valve clearances for the Land Rover 110 2.5?

Valve clearances for the Land Rover 110 2.5 (1985–1990) are 0,25 mm inlet and 0,25 mm exhaust, measured cold.

What is the cylinder head torque for the Land Rover 110 2.5?

The cylinder head bolts on the Land Rover 110 2.5 (1985–1990) are tightened in 3 stages: 35 Nm, then 70 Nm, then a final 115-130 Nm.

What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Land Rover 110 2.5?

Brake discs on the Land Rover 110 2.5 (1985–1990) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 12 mm (solid) or 22 mm (ventilated) front and 10 mm rear.