Opel Arena, A97

Manual transmission fluid capacity & service interval

Opel Arena and A97 models utilize manual transmission fluid with a capacity of 2,8 liters. The service interval for fluid replacement is 60000 km. The data covers 2 configurations.

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

TypeSpecifications
Arena 1.9 D (1997-2001)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 2,8 liter
  • Change 60000 km
  • Code: 5/1
Arena 2.5 D (1997-2001)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 2,8 liter
  • Change 60000 km
  • Code: 5/1

Additional Notes

  • Both the 1.9 D and 2.5 D engine variants share an identical manual transaxle fluid capacity of 2.8 liters, indicating a common transmission unit across the two diesel configurations.
  • A 2.8-liter fill volume is a relatively modest capacity, consistent with a compact transaxle design where the gearbox and differential share a single fluid reservoir.
  • The Opel Arena A97 manual transaxle carries a service interval of 60,000 km under normal use conditions, applying equally to both the 1.9 D and 2.5 D variants across the 1997-2001 production span.
  • The 60,000 km change interval is tied specifically to normal use conditions, meaning operating environments outside that classification are not addressed within the listed specifications.
  • No distinction exists between a service fill and an overhaul fill in the listed data, as a single 2.8-liter figure covers the transaxle fluid capacity for both engine variants.

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