Separating the viscous coupling unit (VCU) of your Freelander from the prop shaft can be difficult – particularly the front prop shaft which often gets very rusted. This video shows you how to separate the two without causing damage.
September 25, 2015 – 10:40
Have you had problems with the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) on your Freelander 2? Are you even wondering why you need a DPF? The tightening of vehicle emissions levels under Euro 5 legislation has meant that many modern diesel vehicles require a Diesel Particulate Filter to be fitted to collect carbon soot particles generated from […]
Are you getting a judder on your Freelander brakes? Check the following: 1. Wheel suspension 2. Axle adjustment 3. Wheel bearings 4. Rubber bushings and silent blocks 5. Steering components 6. Brake calipers 7. Lateral run-out of wheel hub and brake disc Special attention should be paid not just to the wear, but also to […]
Turbochargers tend to be very reliable, so if you have an issue with your Freelander turbo charger there is a good chance that real problem originates elsewhere in the system. The main causes of turbo problems are: – Oil supply – not enough oil is the biggest killer of turbos although contamination can also […]
Are you wondering what size tyres will fit your Freelander, or if you can change the wheels for some from a different vehicle? Well we have found this great little calculator which will help answer your questions. The results will give your the OEM options, however if you expand the boxes using the red arrow […]
Posted in FL1 Tips & Advice, FL2 Tips & Advice
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Tagged 1.8 Petrol, 2.0 Diesel, 2.2 Diesel, 2.5 Petrol, 3.2 Petrol, K-Series, KV6, TD4, Tyres, V6, Wheels
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Between the Freelander 1 and the Freelander 2 there are six different main engines (there is a 2.0 litre Petrol engine on the Freelander 2 but this is so rare we often do not discuss it), and the engine number is located in a different place for each. Freelander 1 : 1.8 Petrol K-Series Engine […]
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Tagged 1.8 Petrol, 2.0 Diesel, 2.2 Diesel, 2.5 Petrol, 3.2 Petrol, Engine, K-Series, KV6, L-Series, TD4, V6
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The time to change your timing belt is based on either a mileage or a time e.g. 72,000 miles or 6 years. You should change the belt at whichever of these comes soonest. So, in this example, if you have only done 54,000 miles since the last timing belt change, but it has been 6 […]
There are three common signs of a failing/malfunctioning Freelander fuel pump, and in fact any vehicles fuel pump, these are: 1.The Engine Sputters at High Speed. The most common early sign of a problem with a fuel pump comes when driving a vehicle at a consistent high speed. While traveling down the road the car […]
Posted in FL1 Problems, FL2 Problems, Freelander 1, Freelander 2
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Tagged 1.8 Petrol, 2.0 Diesel, 2.2 Diesel, 2.5 Petrol, 3.2 Petrol, Engine, Engine Problems, Fuel system, K-Series, KV6, L-Series, TD4, V6
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Your Freelander’s brakes are one of the most vital parts of your vehicle and keeping them in the best shape possible is key to keeping your Freelander running efficiently and safely. If you have a problem with your brakes the following information will hopefully help you to determine exactly where the problem is. The information […]
Posted in FL1 Problems, FL2 Problems, Freelander 1, Freelander 2
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Tagged 1.8 Petrol, 2.0 Diesel, 2.2 Diesel, 2.5 Petrol, 3.2 Petrol, Brakes, K-Series, KV6, L-Series, TD4, V6
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February 27, 2015 – 17:05
You hear a lot of horror stories about the Freelander 1 – repeated head gasket failures; complete drive trains destroyed; engines blown up … – are they really THAT bad? The first thing to realise is that not all Freelander 1’s are made equal. Within the Freelander 1 range there are four different engines: the […]
Posted in FL1 Problems, Freelander 1
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Tagged 1.8 Petrol, 2.0 Diesel, 2.5 Petrol, Buying a Freelander, Engine, Head Gasket, IRD Unit, K-Series, KV6, L-Series, Looking after your Freelander, Rear Differential, TD4, Transfer Box, Tyres, V6, VCU, Viscous Coupling Unit, Windows
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