For North America the fluid capacities for your Freelander are (again these are only an approximation of the amount of fluid required to fill the respective system): Fuel tank: ⇒ Up to 02.5 Model Year 15.6 US gallons ⇒ From 02.5 Model Year 17.2 US gallons Engine – KV6 (including oil cooler and filter): ⇒ […]
The Vehicle Identification Number VIN plate on your Freelander, which is located on the left hand door post, contains the following information: A Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) B Gross vehicle weight C Gross train weight D Maximum front axle load E Maximum rear axle load F Paint code G Trim code
What is the correct tyre pressure for your Freelander 1? There is a lot of confusion over this. Originally the handbook said it was 32psi. This was then found to cause premature tyre wear and the early models were recalled and a modification to their rear suspension was done. On 03/03/1999 a bulletin was released […]
Many people do not realise they can operate their Freelander 1 tailgate window with the remote key fob. Press and hold the open button on the key fob and the tailgate window will come down. You can put it back up either using the button on the dashboard, or by inserting the key in the […]
Are you getting a vibration through your steering wheel? If the vibration is constant when you are driving, but at low speeds, under 30 mph, it is likely to be an issue with one of your tyres being damaged causing it not to be round, or one of the wheels being bent or loose. If […]
ACEA is the European oil specification system (the US uses API specifications). In this specification A = Petrol, B = Diesel and C = Catalyst compatible or low SAPS (Sulphated Ash, Phosphorus and Sulphur). There is an ‘E’ category for heavy-duty diesel. The ACEA specifications are split into performance/application categories as follows: A1 Fuel economy […]
Is your Freelander tailgate window not operating properly? They have been known to randomly open before, or not close properly! Before heading to the garage try recalibrating it. Here is the procedure: 1. Disarm the alarm system. 2. Disconnect your Freelander battery. 3. Wait for 5 seconds. 4. Reconnect your battery. 5. The tailgate window […]
Problems starting your Freelander? Is it doing nothing at all – not even cranking? If all your lights are displaying well on the dashboard and your horn is working – hence unlikely to be the battery – there are two things to try before heading to your local garage. First, lock the Freelander then unlock […]