Bedford CF 2
Coolant capacity & service interval
Bedford CF 2 uses coolant with a capacity range of 9,5 to 10,7 liters. The service interval for coolant is 24 months. 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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| CF 2 2.0 (1984-1988) |
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| CF 2 2.3 D (1984-1988) |
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Additional Notes
- The Bedford CF 2 2.0 carries a coolant capacity of 9.5 liters, while the 2.3 D variant holds 10.7 liters, a difference of 1.2 liters between the two engine configurations across the 1984-1988 model range.
- The larger 10.7-liter capacity in the 2.3 D reflects the greater thermal load typical of diesel engines, which generally require more coolant volume to manage heat rejection compared to petrol counterparts of similar displacement.
- Both the 2.0 and 2.3 D specify a 24-month coolant change interval under normal use conditions, placing each on a two-year service cycle regardless of engine type.
- A 9.5-liter cooling system capacity, as seen in the 2.0, is consistent with a service fill figure rather than a full overhaul drain, since complete system overhauls typically account for residual fluid retained in the block and heater matrix.