Bristol 403

Differential fluid capacity & service interval

Bristol 403 differential fluid capacity is 1,7 liters. Service intervals include checking at 3000 miles and changing at 6000 miles. The data covers 1 configuration.

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

TypeSpecifications
  • 403 (1953-1953)
  • Rear
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,7 liter
  • Check 3000 miles
  • Change 6000 miles

Additional Notes

  • The Bristol 403 rear differential holds 1.7 liters of fluid, a figure consistent with the compact hypoid axle assemblies common to British sports saloons of the early 1950s.
  • Under normal use conditions, the Bristol 403 rear differential carries a check interval of 3,000 miles, reflecting a relatively frequent monitoring schedule by mid-century service standards.
  • The change interval for the Bristol 403 rear differential fluid is set at 6,000 miles under normal use conditions, placing the drain cycle at exactly double the check interval.

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