Vauxhall Carlton, V87
Brake fluid capacity & service interval
Vauxhall Carlton and V87 models require 0,46 liter of brake fluid. The service interval for fluid replacement is 12 months. The data covers 3 configurations.
The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.
| Type | Specifications |
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| Carlton 2.6i (1990-1993) |
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| Carlton 3.0i 24V (147 kW) (1990-1993) |
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| Carlton 3.0i 24V (150 kW) (1989-1993) |
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Additional Notes
- The Vauxhall Carlton V87 brake fluid capacity is 0.46 liter across the 2.6i, 3.0i 24V (147 kW), and 3.0i 24V (150 kW) configurations, applying to the hydraulic brake system in each case.
- A 0.46 liter figure represents a service fill volume, meaning the quantity needed to replenish or replace fluid within an existing hydraulic circuit rather than a dry-fill overhaul quantity.
- The specified change interval for all three configurations is 12 months under normal use conditions, reflecting the hygroscopic nature of brake fluid, which absorbs moisture over time and lowers its boiling point regardless of mileage.
- The 3.0i 24V engine appears in two distinct output variants, rated at 147 kW and 150 kW respectively, both covering a 1989-1993 model year span, while the 2.6i entry begins from 1990-1993.
- Despite the power difference between the 147 kW and 150 kW variants of the 3.0i 24V, both share an identical 0.46 liter brake fluid capacity and a 12-month change interval, indicating no variation in hydraulic system volume between the two output levels.