Peugeot 305, 581
Automatic transmission fluid capacity & service interval
Peugeot 305 and 581 models utilize automatic transmission fluid with a capacity range of 2 to 2,4 liters. The data covers 2 configurations.
The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.
| Type | Specifications |
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| 305 1.9 automatic, 581 M74/E74 (1987-1988) |
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| 305 1.6 automatic, 581 M54/E54 (1985-1988) |
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Additional Notes
- The Peugeot 305 1.6 automatic paired with the 581 M54/E54 transaxle carries a fluid capacity of 2.4 liters, while the 305 1.9 automatic with the 581 M74/E74 transaxle holds 2.0 liters, reflecting a 0.4-liter difference between the two configurations.
- Both capacity figures apply under normal use conditions, meaning neither row specifies an alternative interval or fill volume for severe driving conditions.
- The 581 M54/E54 transaxle was introduced across the 1985-1988 model range, whereas the M74/E74 variant entered service later, covering only 1987-1988.
- A 2.4-liter automatic transaxle capacity is a relatively modest fill volume, consistent with compact front-wheel-drive transaxle designs where the transmission and differential share a common housing rather than separate sumps.
- The 2.0-liter capacity of the M74/E74 unit is lower than the M54/E54 figure despite being associated with the larger 1.9-liter engine, indicating the transmission housing geometry rather than engine displacement determines fluid volume.