Bristol 408

Differential fluid capacity & service interval

Bristol 408 differential fluid capacity is 1,7 liters. Service intervals include checking at 2000 miles and changing at 20000 miles. The data covers 1 configuration.

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

TypeSpecifications
  • 408 (1963-1965)
  • Rear
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,7 liter
  • Check 2000 miles
  • Change 20000 miles

Additional Notes

  • The Bristol 408 rear differential holds 1.7 liters of fluid, which is a typical service fill volume for a rear axle of this era and reflects the amount needed to maintain proper lubrication during normal operation rather than a full overhaul drain-and-refill figure.
  • The check interval for the Bristol 408 differential fluid is set at 2,000 miles under normal use conditions, indicating a relatively frequent inspection cadence tied to routine maintenance rather than a fault-driven inspection.
  • The change interval for the rear differential fluid is specified at 20,000 miles under normal use conditions, placing the drain cycle at ten times the check frequency and reflecting a standard periodic replacement schedule for gear oil of that period.

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