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LAMBORGHINI Diablo
VT / SV (series spans 1990-1999) / 1996 / 2-door coupé / roadster
Global (primarily Europe, North America, Japan - slight variations)Coverage: expanded
Year and trim selector
Choose the exact year and trim to see engine, oil and service details.
Engine codes by year
| Year | Trim | Engine codes | Displacement | Fuel system |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | technical-profile | L539, L540 | 5693 cc | EFI with Weber-Marelli IAW 3BF engine management |
Oil capacity by engine
| Year | Engine codes | Oil type | Oil capacity | Fluid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | L539, L540 | Synthetic 10W-40 or 5W-50 high-performance engine oil | 10 liters (service fill including filter change) | GL-4 gear oil, specification varies by service manual |
Technical specifications
- Engines: L539, L540
- Transmissions: 5-speed manual (Getrag 247), Not available on 1996 models, GL-4 gear oil, specification varies by service manual
- Tire sizes: Front 255/40ZR18, Rear 335/30ZR18
- Bolt pattern: Verify by exact trim and wheel package
- Wheel torque: Verify by VIN and wheel package
- Battery: Verify by engine, market and equipment package
Fluids and service data
- Engine oil: Synthetic 10W-40 or 5W-50 high-performance engine oil
- Transmission fluid: GL-4 gear oil, specification varies by service manual
- Coolant: Approx. 11 liters
- Brake fluid: DOT 4 high-performance brake fluid
Known problems
- Timing belt replacement critical at recommended intervals
- Cooling system prone to overheating if radiator clogged