Dacia Previous models

Coolant capacity & service interval

Dacia Previous models use coolant with a capacity range of 6 to 7,5 liters. Service intervals consist of 30000 km/36 months and 40000 km/48 months. The data covers 3 configurations.

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

TypeSpecifications
1210, 1310, 1410 (1984-1995)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 6 liter
  • Change 30000 km/ 36 months
Duster (4x2) (1984-1999)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 7,5 liter
  • Change 40000 km/ 48 months
Duster (4x4) (1984-1999)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 7,5 liter
  • Change 40000 km/ 48 months

Additional Notes

  • The 1210, 1310, and 1410 models covering 1984-1995 share a cooling system capacity of 6 liters, which represents the total system fill volume including the radiator, engine block passages, and reservoir.
  • The Dacia Duster in both 4x2 and 4x4 configurations across 1984-1999 carries a cooling system capacity of 7.5 liters, a notably larger volume than the 6-liter figure specified for the 1210, 1310, and 1410 models.
  • The 4x2 and 4x4 Duster variants share identical coolant capacity and change interval specifications, meaning the addition of a four-wheel-drive drivetrain introduced no difference in cooling system volume or service timing.
  • The 1210, 1310, and 1410 models carry a coolant change interval of 30,000 km or 36 months under normal use conditions, whichever comes first, reflecting a time-based limit alongside the distance threshold.
  • The Duster in both drivetrain configurations specifies a coolant change interval of 40,000 km or 48 months under normal use conditions, a longer service window than the 30,000 km or 36-month interval assigned to the 1210, 1310, and 1410 models.
  • All three row specifications are designated for normal use conditions, meaning the stated intervals and capacities apply to standard operating environments rather than severe-duty cycles.

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