Austin Ambassador

Automatic transmission fluid capacity & service interval

Austin Ambassador uses Automatic transmission fluid with a capacity of 4,5 liters. Service intervals occur every 20000 km or 12 months. The data covers 3 configurations.

The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.

TypeSpecifications
Ambassador 1.7L, HL Automatic (1983-1984)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 4,5 liter
  • Check 20000 km/ 12 months
  • Code: Borg Warner 3/1
Ambassador 2.0 HL, HLS Automatic (1983-1984)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 4,5 liter
  • Check 20000 km/ 12 months
  • Code: Borg Warner 3/1
Ambassador 2.0 Vanden Plas Automatic (1983-1984)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 4,5 liter
  • Check 20000 km/ 12 months
  • Code: Borg Warner 3/1

Additional Notes

  • All three automatic transmission configurations in the Austin Ambassador 1983-1984 lineup share an identical transaxle fluid capacity of 4.5 liters, covering the 1.7L HL, 2.0 HL/HLS, and 2.0 Vanden Plas variants.
  • A transaxle combines the transmission and drive axle into a single integrated unit, meaning the 4.5-liter figure applies to that combined assembly rather than a standalone gearbox.
  • The 4.5-liter capacity is specified as a service fill value, applicable under normal use conditions across all three configurations.
  • The fluid check interval is set at 20,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first, and applies uniformly under normal use conditions regardless of engine displacement or trim level.
  • No variation exists in either capacity or check interval between the entry-level 1.7L HL and the higher-specification 2.0 Vanden Plas, indicating the transaxle unit is shared across the range for the 1983-1984 model years.

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