Land Rover   ·   1994–2002

Range Rover 2.5 Turbo: Technical specifications

Technical specifications (1994–2002)

The Land Rover Range Rover (P38a) 2.5 Turbo is the 2.5-litre diesel variant, engine code 256T, built from 1994 to 2002. Quick answers and key figures below, then the full workshop tables.

Engine code256T
Power100 kW (136 hp)@ 4400 rpm
FuelDiesel
Cylinders6
Oil capacity9,5litres · with the filter

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type6/OHC
Capacity cc2497
Compression ratio :122,5

Injection system

Fuel/injection pump assembly MakeBosch
Fuel/injection pump assembly TypeR515
Pump typeRotary
Injector nozzle MakeBosch
Nozzle and holder assembly Part No.KCA 21 S71
Nozzle and holder assembly Part No.DN0SD 300
Nozzle opening pressure - new/used bar140-160

Injection sequence

The injection sequence for the Land Rover Range Rover 2.5 Turbo (1994–2002) is 1-5-3-6-2-4.

Injection sequence1-5-3-6-2-4

Valve clearances

Valve clearances on the Land Rover Range Rover 2.5 Turbo (1994–2002) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.

Valve clearance - INLET mmHydraulic
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mmHydraulic

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Land Rover Range Rover 2.5 Turbo (1994–2002) takes 9.5 litres of engine oil with the filter.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 5W-30 for cold climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B3.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-30 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B3.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 as an alternative for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B3.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-50 for hot climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B3.

Manual gearbox

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

Transfer box

The transfer box has a listed capacity of 2.0 litres. The specified oil is Dexron III.

Coolant

The listed total cooling-system capacity is 11.3 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/B3
Ambient temperature range Moderate climate
Engine oil grade SAE 10W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA CF/B3
Ambient temperature range Moderate climate alternative
Engine oil grade SAE 10W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA CF/B3
Ambient temperature range Hot climate
Engine oil grade SAE 10W-50
Engine oil classification API/ACEA CF/B3
Engine with filter(s) litres 9.5
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE Dexron IID
Manual transmission litres 2.7
Automatic transmission fluid Type Dexron IID
Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres 9.1
Differential oil grade - front SAE 75W-90
Differential front/AT litres 1.6
Differential oil grade - rear SAE 75W-90
Differential rear litres 1.6
Transfer box oil grade SAE Dexron III
Transfer box litres 2.0
Cooling system - total capacity litres 11.3
Brake fluid Type DOT 4
Power steering fluid Type Dexron II
Power steering fluid litres 1.7

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Land Rover Range Rover 2.5 Turbo (1994–2002) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 22 mm (ventilated) front and 11,7 mm rear.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front22 mm
Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear11,7 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Disc runout Front0,15 mm
Disc runout Rear0,15 mm
Minimum pad thickness Front2 mm
Minimum pad 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 Range Rover 2.5 Turbo (1994–2002) uses a 12 V, 107 Ah battery (reserve capacity 190 minutes).

Battery V/RC(Ah)12/190 (107)

Glow plugs

Glow plugs for the Land Rover Range Rover 2.5 Turbo (1994–2002): Beru GV719 and Bosch 0 250 201 033. Rated 12 V.

Glow plug nominal rating V/A12
Glow plug - part no. BeruGV719
Glow plug - part no. Bosch0 250 201 033

Tuning and emissions

Plunger travel (pump) mm ABDC0,95±0,02
Crankshaft position (n = ATDC) °BTDC
Adjusting method Engine/PumpSpecial Tool/Dial gauge
Idle speed rpm750±50
Rated no load speed rpm4800-5100
Oil temperature °C70
Idle speed - for smoke test rpm700-800
Governed speed range - for smoke test rpm4800-5100
Maximum time at governed speed secs2,0
Test mode A/BB
Probe type 1/21
Smoke opacity - EU limit m-1 (%)3,00 (73)
Smoke opacity - homologation value m-1 (%)2,50 (66)

Starting and charging

Starter motor MakeBosch
Starter motor Type0 001 362 092
Maximum cranking amps A292-356
Alternator MakeMarelli
Alternator TypeA133-120A
Alternator output A/V/rpm120/14/3000
Voltage regulator Type15TR
Regulated voltage V13,6-14,4

Service checks and adjustments

Oil pressure bar/rpm2,0/750
Radiator cap bar1,00
Thermostat opens °C80

Tightening torques

Cylinder head instructions
Cylinder head
Renew boltsYes
Other engine tightening torques
Main bearings Renew bolts/nutsYes
Main bearings Stage 120 Nm
Main bearings Stage 250°
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nutsYes
Big end bearings Stage 15 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 220 Nm+70°
Oil pump to cylinder block22 Nm
Sump boltsM6=10 Nm M8=20 Nm
Sump drain boltM12=25 Nm M22=60 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate105 Nm/120 Nm
Clutch pressure plate
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt100 Nm+150°
Camshaft sprocket/gear20 Nm+35°
Camshaft carrier/cap
Camshaft/rocker cover15 Nm
Inlet manifold to cylinder head22 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head22 Nm
Injector/clamp65 Nm
Injector pipe unions23 Nm
Fuel/injection pump sprocket/gear50 Nm
Fuel/injection pump flange23 Nm
Fuel/injection pump mounting23 Nm
Glow plugs20 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub260 Nm
Rear hub260 Nm
Steering track rod end80 Nm
Brake disc to hub Front25 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Front30 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front165 Nm
Brake disc to hub Rear25 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Rear30 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear100 Nm
Road wheels130 Nm

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

Air conditioning

No. of AC service connectors2
Air conditioning restrictor typeExpansion valve
Compressor clutch/magnetic couplingYes
Compressor variable displacement solenoidNo
Air conditioning refrigerant TypeR134a
Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams1100
Air conditioning oil groupPAG
Air conditioning oil TypeDens Oil 8
Air conditioning oil quantity cm³140
Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO46

Frequently asked questions

What is the injection sequence of the Land Rover Range Rover 2.5 Turbo?

The injection sequence for the Land Rover Range Rover 2.5 Turbo (1994–2002) is 1-5-3-6-2-4.

What glow plugs does the Land Rover Range Rover 2.5 Turbo use?

Glow plugs for the Land Rover Range Rover 2.5 Turbo (1994–2002): Beru GV719 and Bosch 0 250 201 033. Rated 12 V.

How much oil does the Land Rover Range Rover 2.5 Turbo take?

The Land Rover Range Rover 2.5 Turbo (1994–2002) takes 9.5 litres of engine oil with the filter. A listed engine oil option is SAE 5W-30 for cold climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B3. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-30 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B3. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 as an alternative for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B3. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-50 for hot climates, with API/ACEA classification CF/B3.

What are the valve clearances for the Land Rover Range Rover 2.5 Turbo?

Valve clearances on the Land Rover Range Rover 2.5 Turbo (1994–2002) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.

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

Brake discs on the Land Rover Range Rover 2.5 Turbo (1994–2002) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 22 mm (ventilated) front and 11,7 mm rear.

What battery does the Land Rover Range Rover 2.5 Turbo use?

The Land Rover Range Rover 2.5 Turbo (1994–2002) uses a 12 V, 107 Ah battery (reserve capacity 190 minutes).