At Freelanderspecialist we rarely see a Freelander 2 fail an MOT on emissions, even when it has had a cracked exhaust manifold. We have seen Freelander 1’s fail MOT on emissions caused by failing catalytic converters and misfires to name a couple. Has your Freelander ever failed an MOT on emissions? Let us know why. […]
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.
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 […]
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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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How To Check Your Freelander Fluids There are some fluids in your Freelander which should be checked on a weekly basis – we know many vehicle owners do not lift the bonnet from one service to the next but we will still advocate weekly checks! Remember, these fluids are the things which keep your engine […]
How to check your Freelander tyre pressure: On the Freelander, not only can the wrong tyre pressure mean you use more fuel than you need to, but, if this makes the rolling radius of your tyres significantly different, it could cause damage to your drivetrain; quite a serious issue for such a simple check. To […]
How to remove your Freelander 1 hard top: 1. Remove the covers from front of the roof bars 2. Remove the 4 bolts securing the roof bars and with assistance remove the bars. 3. Finally release and disengage the two front latches and unlock the two rear hinges to be able to remove the hard […]
How To Remove Your Door Trim And Speaker On Your Freelander 3-Door Model: 1. Release tweeter panel from front door (The triangular bit of plastic which holds the tweeter and covers the mirror control wires). 2. Disconnect lucars and remove tweeter panel. 3. Remove door pull (handle) centre trim. 4. There are 2 screws securing […]
Before attempting to jump start make sure: – Your ignition is switched off – Take note of any precautions or safety guidelines on your battery case – Make sure that both your Freelander battery and the battery you are jump starting it from are the same voltage. – Make sure that both vehicles are not […]
What’s good about my Freelander thermostat? A good thermostat speeds engine warm-up and regulates the operating temperature. This results in good fuel economy, lower emissions, better engine performance and longer engine life. Thermostats constantly monitor the temperature of the cooling system and regulate coolant flow through the radiator. The reasons why thermostats fail are largely […]