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 […]
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 […]
Have you ever thought about changing the oil in your Freelander 2 2.2 diesel without the help of a mechanic, but not known where to start? In the Freelander 2 2.2 the oil filter is unfortunately quite a pain to get to and so is sometimes overlooked by mechanics. Trying to squeeze over pipe work […]
Are you looking to replace your pollen filter from your Freelander? This example is for a TD4 Facelift model but could still give you an insight on how to replace your filter. The pollen filter is located in the passenger footwell and is easy to spot; the first job is to remove the 4 bolts/screws […]
Are you having a problem with your power fold mirrors on your Freelander 1? To re-sync the mirrors try pressing the power fold button twice. You can try unplugging the main Freelander battery for 10 minutes to reset everything. If you are getting a banging noise as they unfold and you have been told you […]
Is your Freelander not idling nicely? Poor idling is generally caused by a mixture of problems. Here are the things you should be checking: 1. Check the Idle Air Control Valve (IAC). The position of the IAC is calculated from the readings of many sensors – the Coolant temperature, Air temperature, MAP/MAF sensor, O2 sensor, […]
Do you have a leak from your Freelander? Are you finding it difficult to identify what type of fluid is leaking? Engine oil is usually brown or amber. The older it gets, the blacker it seems to turn. If you see a blackish fluid under your vehicle, it’s likely to be engine oil. Engine oil […]
Does your Freelander 1 TD4 have turbo lag? This can be made worse by the EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) valve being clogged up. The EGR valve is there to reduce emissions. However, on the Freelander TD4 the vacuum valve, which controls the rate at which exhaust gases enter the intake, obstructs the intake airflow by […]
Do you understand oil viscosity? Most oils nowadays are a multigrade, such as SAE 10W40, which simply means they fall into two viscosity grades. (Multigrades were developed about 50 years ago to avoid you having to use thinner oil in winter and thicker oil in summer). SAE = Society of Automotive Engineers.The SAE designation describes […]
Have you ever put petrol in your diesel Freelander? Diesel is a lubricant and petrol in diesel acts as a solvent, reducing lubrication. This means a petrol / diesel mix can cause damage to the fuel pumps through metal to metal contact – giving you metal particles in the fuel canister, as seen in the […]