Bristol 406

Manual transmission fluid capacity & service interval

Bristol 406 manual transmission fluid capacity is 1,4 liters. Service intervals include a check at 3000 miles and a change 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
406 (1958-1961)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,4 liter
  • Check 3000 miles
  • Change 6000 miles
  • Code: 4/1

Additional Notes

  • The Bristol 406 manual transmission holds 1.4 liters of fluid, a figure consistent with the compact gearbox designs typical of late 1950s British sports saloons.
  • Under normal use conditions, the specified check interval is every 3,000 miles, placing routine fluid level inspection at a relatively frequent cadence relative to the 6,000-mile change interval.
  • The change interval of 6,000 miles under normal use conditions means the fluid is replaced twice for every one full check cycle completed, reflecting a straightforward two-to-one ratio between inspection and full service.

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