ERC8980 | Dipstick Tube - Metric Thread, 4 Cylinder 200Tdi | Defender, Series 3
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Land Rover Part Number: ERC8980 - Dipstick Tube - Metric Thread - 4 Cylinder
ERC8980 is a dipstick tube with metric thread for 4-cylinder engines. Fitted to the engine sump of 4-cylinder petrol and diesel models up to and including the 200Tdi, the tube locates and guides the oil dipstick to allow accurate oil level checks.
Compatibility
- Defender (1987-2006) - 2.25L 4 Cylinder Petrol
- Defender (1987-2006) - 2.5L 4 Cylinder Naturally Aspirated Diesel
- Defender (1987-2006) - 2.5L 4 Cylinder Turbo Diesel
- Defender (1987-2006) - 2.5L I4 200Tdi
- Series 3 - 4 Cylinder (Late models only)
Frequently Asked Questions
ERC8980 provides a fixed guide from the engine sump to position and guide the oil dipstick, ensuring repeatable and accurate oil level readings on 4-cylinder petrol and diesel models up to and including the 200Tdi. The tube is secured into the sump via a metric-threaded connection to align the dipstick with the sump bore.
| Model | Variant |
|---|---|
| Land Rover Defender (1987-2006) | 2.25L 4 Cylinder Petrol (Sump) |
| Land Rover Defender (1987-2006) | 2.5L 4 Cylinder Naturally Aspirated Diesel (Sump) |
| Land Rover Defender (1987-2006) | 2.5L 4 Cylinder Turbo Diesel (Sump) |
| Land Rover Defender (1987-2006) | 2.5L I4 200 TDi - 5 Speed Manual Transmission, Less Catalyst (Sump/Ladder Frame) |
| Land Rover Series 3 | 4 Cylinder (Late models only) |
If you are unsure of compatibility with your vehicle, you can also confirm by checking against your V.I.N. Simply reach out to us with your V.I.N and desired part number via our Contact page or use our Finding Part Numbers page.
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