Positioning:
        
        
            Ultra-high-performance, exotic supercar positioned at the pinnacle of automotive engineering and luxury.
        
     
    
    
        
            Competitors:
        
        
            Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano, Porsche Carrera GT, Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren, Aston Martin DBS.
        
     
    
    
        
            Design Philosophy:
        
        
            Aggressive styling, driver-focused cockpit, potent V12 engine, all-wheel drive for enhanced traction.
        
     
    
        
            Manual Benefit:
        
        
            Empowers owners and independent workshops to accurately identify and source genuine Lamborghini parts, potentially reducing repair costs and ensuring the integrity of the vehicle.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Primary Coverage:
        
        
            Spare Parts Catalog / Exploded Views
        
     
    
        
            Secondary Coverage:
        
        
            Component Identification, Part Ordering
        
     
    
    
        
            Estimated Page Count:
        
        
            Variable (Typically 800-1500+ pages for comprehensive parts catalogs of this era and complexity)
        
     
    
    
        
            Type:
        
        
            Spare Parts Manual / Parts Catalog
        
     
    
    
        
            Language:
        
        
            English (Likely with technical diagrams requiring minimal linguistic interpretation)
        
     
    
    
        
            Format:
        
        
            Digital (PDF implied by typical sales for this type of manual)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Powertrain:
        
        
            Engine Assembly, Cooling System, Fuel System, Exhaust System, Drivetrain (Clutch, Gearbox, Differentials, Driveshafts), AWD System Components
        
     
    
        
            Chassis:
        
        
            Front and Rear Suspension, Steering System, Brake System (Discs, Calipers, Lines, ABS Components), Wheel and Tire Components
        
     
    
        
            Body:
        
        
            Exterior Panels (Doors, Hood, Trunk, Fenders, Bumpers), Aerodynamic Components (Spoilers, Diffusers), Doors and Lid Mechanisms, Glass and Seals, Lighting System Components, Trim and Badges
        
     
    
        
            Electrical:
        
        
            Engine Control Unit (ECU) Components, Sensor Components, Wiring Harnesses, Battery, Starter, Alternator, Lighting Control, Interior Electrical Components (Instrumentation, Switches), HVAC Electrical Components
        
     
    
        
            Interior:
        
        
            Seating Components, Dashboard Assembly, Center Console Components, Door Panels, Headliner, Interior Trim Pieces, Seatbelt Mechanisms, Airbag Components (Identification)
        
     
    
    
        
            Assembly Disassembly:
        
        
            Exploded views showing component relationships for assembly and disassembly identification.
        
     
    
        
            Part Identification:
        
        
            Visual identification of all factory-specified parts with corresponding part numbers.
        
     
    
        
            Ordering Guidance:
        
        
            Facilitates accurate part ordering by providing correct part numbers.
        
     
    
    
        
            Depth:
        
        
            High: Comprehensive part breakdown for all major systems of the vehicle.
        
     
    
        
            Focus:
        
        
            Parts identification and cataloging, not repair procedures or diagnostic steps.
        
     
 
    
    
    
    
        
            Configuration:
        
        
            Naturally Aspirated V12
        
     
    
        
            Displacement:
        
        
            5.2 L (5204 cc)
        
     
    
        
            Bore X Stroke:
        
        
            86.0 mm x 74.4 mm
        
     
    
        
            Compression Ratio:
        
        
            11.0:1
        
     
    
    
        
            Horsepower Early:
        
        
            572 hp @ 8000 rpm (e.g., LP560-4 variants)
        
     
    
        
            Horsepower Late:
        
        
            631 hp @ 8000 rpm (e.g., LP640, LP670-4 SV variants)
        
     
    
        
            Torque Early:
        
        
            398 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm (e.g., LP560-4 variants)
        
     
    
        
            Torque Late:
        
        
            443 lb-ft @ 6000 rpm (e.g., LP640 variants)
        
     
    
    
        
            Fuel Delivery:
        
        
            Electronic Fuel Injection (MPI/DFI variations exist across models)
        
     
    
        
            Fuel Type:
        
        
            Premium Unleaded Gasoline (91+ Octane Recommended)
        
     
    
    
 
    
    
    
        
            Type:
        
        
            E-Gear (Automated Manual Transmission)
        
     
    
    
        
            Type:
        
        
            6-Speed Manual (Rarely specified for USA market, but available on some variants like LP670-4 SV)
        
     
    
    
        
            Clutch:
        
        
            Hydraulically Actuated Twin-Plate Clutch (E-Gear)
        
     
    
        
            Drive System:
        
        
            All-Wheel Drive (Viscous Coupling Center Differential andeperential)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Length:
        
        
            Approx. 4600-4665 mm (181.1-183.7 in)
        
     
    
        
            Width:
        
        
            Approx. 2058 mm (81.0 in) (Excluding mirrors)
        
     
    
        
            Height:
        
        
            Approx. 1135-1145 mm (44.7-45.1 in)
        
     
    
        
            Wheelbase:
        
        
            Approx. 2660 mm (104.7 in)
        
     
    
    
        
            Curb Weight Early:
        
        
            Approx. 1760 kg (3880 lbs) (LP560-4)
        
     
    
        
            Curb Weight Late:
        
        
            Approx. 1860 kg (4100 lbs) (LP640)
        
     
    
        
            Gross Weight Limit:
        
        
            Not commonly published for this class of vehicle, focus is on performance.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Crash Test Ratings:
        
        
            Not applicable/available for specialized exotic vehicles in the same manner as mass-market cars.
        
     
    
    
        
            Braking:
        
        
            Ventilated Carbon-Ceramic Disc Brakes (Standard on most variants), ABS, EBD.
        
     
    
        
            Traction Control:
        
        
            Traction Control System (TC), Electronic Stability Control (ESC).
        
     
    
    
        
            Airbags:
        
        
            Driver and Passenger Frontal Airbags, Side Airbags.
        
     
    
        
            Structure:
        
        
            Reinforced Chassis and Safety Cell.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Head Unit:
        
        
            Integrated infotainment system with CD player, radio, and navigation (optional on earlier models).
        
     
    
        
            Audio System:
        
        
            Premium audio systems available (e.g., Harmon Kardon).
        
     
    
    
        
            Parking Sensors:
        
        
            Optional front and rear parking sensors.
        
     
    
        
            Rearview Camera:
        
        
            Optional rearview camera system.
        
     
    
    
        
            Bluetooth:
        
        
            Available for hands-free calling and audio streaming (depending on model year and options).
        
     
    
    
        
            Headlights:
        
        
            Bi-Xenon HID headlights with LED daytime running lights (on later models).
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Oil Change:
        
        
            Typically every 7,500 miles or 12 months, but aggressive driving may necessitate more frequent changes. Check manual for exact intervals.
        
     
    
        
            Major Service:
        
        
            Refer to Lamborghini service schedule, often around 15,000-20,000 miles or specific time intervals for spark plug, belt, and fluid changes.
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Oil:
        
        
            Refer to manual for specific viscosity (e.g., 0W-40 or 5W-40 Synthetic) and API/ACEA ratings. Lamborghini branded or equivalent high-performance synthetic oil.
        
     
    
        
            Coolant:
        
        
            Ethylene Glycol based antifreeze/coolant (e.g., G12+ or equivalent) with a 50/50 mix with distilled water.
        
     
    
        
            Brake Fluid:
        
        
            DOT 4 or higher performance brake fluid (e.g., DOT 5.1).
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Fluid Gearbox:
        
        
            Specific synthetic gearbox oil as per manual, often GL-5 specification or specialized Lamborghini fluid.
        
     
    
        
            Differential Fluid:
        
        
            Specific synthetic differential oil as per manual, often GL-5 specification or specialized Lamborghini fluid.
        
     
    
    
        
            Clutch Wear:
        
        
            E-Gear clutch packs can wear significantly with aggressive use, leading to shifting issues and requiring replacement.
        
     
    
        
            Suspension Components:
        
        
            Early models could experience wear in suspension bushings and ball joints due to spirited driving.
        
     
    
        
            Exhaust Systems:
        
        
            High-performance exhaust systems can be prone to corrosion or damage, requiring specialized replacement parts.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Legacy:
        
        
            Lamborghini's lineage of V12 supercars, following the Diablo and preceding the Aventador.
        
     
    
    
        
            Introduction:
        
        
            Introduced in 2001 as the successor to the Diablo.
        
     
    
        
            Major Updates:
        
        
            LP640 (2006) with increased power and updated styling, LP640-4 Versace Edition (2007), LP670-4 SV (Super Veloce, 2009) with further power increase and reduced weight.
        
     
    
    
        
            Production Years:
        
        
            2001-2010
        
     
    
        
            Manufacturing Location:
        
        
            Sant'Agata Bolognese, Italy
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Performance Awards:
        
        
            While specific awards for the Murciélago as a 'best manual' are not applicable due to its primary transmission type, it consistently received accolades for its V12 engine, performance, and design from automotive publications worldwide.
        
     
    
    
        
            Design Recognition:
        
        
            Highly praised for its striking and iconic Lamborghini design language.
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Certification:
        
        
            Meets relevant emissions standards for the USA market for its production years.